Hortatory Exposition

Hortatory Exposition
Social function : to persuade the reader or listener that
something should or should not be the
case.
Generic structure:
Thesis : announcement of issue concern
Argument : reasons for concern, leading to
recommendation
Recommendation : statement of what ought to or
ought not to happen

Example of Spoof Text

On a recent vacation at a resort with my in-laws, we planned to spend an afternoon at the pool with our kids.We wanted to bring our own drinks, but were unsure of the hotel's policy.My brother-in-law called the front desk,and assuming everyone was familiar with the brand of ice chest he had,asked if it was all right if he brought a Playmate to the pool. After a pause the clerk asked, "Does she have her own towel?".

Spoof Text

Spoof
Social function : to share with others a real story of
which the ending is funny to amuse the
audience or readers.
Generic structure:
Orientation : the opening of the story which sets the
scene.
Events : the details of the events in the story.
Twist : the funny or unpredictable ending of the
story.

Narrative Text

Narrative Text
Social function: to amuse, entertain and to deal with problematic events which
lead to a crisis or turning point of some kind, which in turn finds
a resolution.
Generic Structure
Orientation : containing plot and characters.
Complication : crisis of the story.
Resolution : the crisis is resolved, for better or for worse.

Point to Remember When You're Reading the News

Master of Ceremony

expressions for opening, introducing the event and speaker, and closing a ceremony

Generic Structure of Analytical Exposition

Recycling

Example of Fulfilling Request, Relief, Pain and Pleasure

Example of Giving Advice and Warning

Generic Structure of Report Text

Example of Expressing Satisfaction and Dissatisfaction

Example of Asking and Giving Opinion