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The document discusses the structure and language features of discussion texts. It explains that discussion texts present an issue from at least two opposing viewpoints before arriving at a conclusion. The key structures include stating the issue in the introduction, then presenting arguments for and against the issue before concluding with a recommendation. Discussion texts use language like simple present tense, modality, and contrastive conjunctions to objectively argue both sides of an issue.

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Unit 6

The document discusses the structure and language features of discussion texts. It explains that discussion texts present an issue from at least two opposing viewpoints before arriving at a conclusion. The key structures include stating the issue in the introduction, then presenting arguments for and against the issue before concluding with a recommendation. Discussion texts use language like simple present tense, modality, and contrastive conjunctions to objectively argue both sides of an issue.

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MEDIA MENGAJAR

SPLASH
Rumpun Bisnis dan Manajemen, Pariwisata,
serta Seni dan Ekonomi Kreatif

FOR SMK/MAK Grade XI


Unit 6
A discussion text is an argumentative text that contains the pros and cons
objectively.

The communicative purpose of a discussion text is to present a


problem or issue from at least two points of view, before arriving at a
conclusion or recommendation.
An issue is presented with information and explanation of some
opinions of experts in their field: usually the opinions presented are
contradictory (pros and cons).

Discussion text can be in the form of seminar material and discourse


related to controversial issues.
Issue is located in the first paragraph. It
Issue presents the problem or issue to be
discussed.

∙ It is an argument for taking a particular


path.
Argument pro
∙ Argument pros have positive aspects and
Structures outcomes of the decision/action.
∙ It is an argument against the issue.
Argument con ∙ Argument cons have negative aspects
and outcomes of the decision/action.
It concludes or recommends the author’s
Conclusion or view on the issue being discussed in the
recommendation hope that the reader can follow and agree
with the author's opinions.
 Using simple present tense.
 Using modalities, such as must, should, could, would, may,
etc.
 Using additive, contrastive, and casual connection (using
words that compare: opposite conjunctions), such as
similarly, however, furthermore, on the other hand,
moreover, in addition, but, nevertheless, but, in the other
side and the consequences.
 Focusing on generic human and non-human participants.
 Using the language of discussion: according, opinion.
 Using thinking words such as: feel, hope, believe, etc.
 Using adverbial of manner such as: hopefully, deliberately.
Modal Verbs
Modal verbs give the readers information about the
degree of obligation or certainty involved in the action.

Modality can be demonstrated through careful word choice


and may include selective use of verbs, adverbs, adjectives,
or nouns to heighten/strengthen or weaken/lessen potency.

Low modality shows less certainty, obligation, probability, importance,


frequency, extent, intensity, confidence, or emphasis.

High modality shows a high degree of these.


Examples
Contrastive Conjunctions
 A contrastive conjunction is a conjunction that connects two
sentences that are contradictory.
 This means that the relationship between the first sentence and
the second sentence is different or opposite.
 There are several popular and commonly used contrastive
conjunctions such as: though, although, whereas, even though,
even if, unless, yet, but, however, despite, in spite of, nevertheless,
and notwithstanding.
 Examples:
• Quinta wanted to go skiing this Saturday; however, she's
changed her mind because of the weather.
• On the one hand, sales have increased; on the other, profits
have declined.
• Notwithstanding his best efforts, he came in fourth from last.

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