9 Types of Expository Paragraphs in Indonesian
Exposition paragraph is one of types of paragraphs based on their content which aims to inform something so as to broaden the reader's knowledge. Exposition paragraphs are scientific or non-fiction. Sources for writing this expository paragraph can be obtained from observations, research or experience. Expository paragraphs have several characteristics, namely trying to explain something, style writing is informative, facts are used as a contribution tool, and facts are used as a tool to concretize information.
Exposition paragraphs can be developed in several ways, namely classification, illustration, comparison or contradiction, report, process, and definition. Thus, the types of expository paragraphs are as follows.
1. Classification exposition paragraph
A classification exposition paragraph is an exposition paragraph in which sentencessentence The explanation is a form of grouping of the main ideas. Example of a classification exposition paragraph is as follows :
The slow disbursement of the budget for the repair of houses damaged by the earthquake in Lombok for some time then due to accountability issues, the government decided to cut the required accountability requirements. With the reduction in accountability requirements, people only need to fill out one form to get funds for house repairs. The government itself has allocated funds amounting to Rp 1 trillion for the repair of houses that were severely, moderately and lightly damaged. Residents whose houses are heavily damaged will receive a grant of Rp 50 million, those who are moderately damaged will receive a grant of Rp 25 million, and those who are lightly damaged will receive Rp 10 million. In order to control the process of disbursing aid for home improvement, community groups or Pokmas consisting of about 20 families in all districts/cities affected by the earthquake in NTB. (Kompas.com, October 15, 2018 with changes as necessary)
Examples of other classification exposition paragraphs can be read in the article example of a classification exposition paragraph about economics and example of a classification exposition paragraph about health.
2. Illustration exposition paragraph
An illustrative exposition paragraph is a paragraph in which the main idea is explained by using a developer sentence in the form of an illustration. In the illustration exposition paragraph, the author wants to explain something by presenting a general or specific picture of something that is considered unknown or not understood by the reader. Exposure to something is presented based on the impression that is captured by the senses. Example of an illustration exposition paragraph is as follows :
A car was circling looking for a parking location at the Kalibata City Apartment. The parking attendants were busy finding space for the newly entered vehicle. The parking area in the courtyard of the building is usually full of motorbikes and cars. Kalibata City Apartments have been operating since 2012. Although the location is very close to Duren Kalibata Station, this apartment still provides ample parking space. From a total of 13,500 units, parking areas are provided for 4000 cars and 4000 motorbikes. In its development, this parking area was not able to accommodate the number of vehicles belonging to residents and visitors. The reason is that there are shopping centers, hangout places, coffee shops, and culinary areas in the apartment area. (Kompas, May 8, 2018)
3. Comparative exposition paragraph
What is meant by a comparative exposition paragraph is an exposition paragraph whose contents compare something that is the main idea with something else. Previously we have reviewed about
example of a comparative exposition paragraph about agriculture. The following is example of comparative exposition paragraph paragraf short about health.
DHF disease or dengue hemorrhagic fever has become an epidemic again lately, even in some areas it has caused fatalities. Dengue fever is actually caused by the dengue virus. In Indonesia, this virus is transmitted by two types of female dengue fever mosquitoes, namely Aedes aegypti as the main vector and Aedes albopictus as a secondary vector. Both types of dengue fever mosquitoes are anthropophilic, in the sense that they prefer to feed on human blood. The second trait is multiple feeding, which means that dengue fever mosquitoes can suck blood several times to meet their blood needs until they are full.
Although they have the same characteristics, these two dengue fever mosquitoes have differences. The Aedes aegypti mosquito usually sucks the blood of someone who is in the acute fever phase. While the Aedes albopictus mosquito sucks blood outside the house or room. Aedes aegypti mosquitoes are mostly found breeding in artificial water reservoirs such as bathtubs, buckets, flower vases, bird drinking containers, used cans, and similar places. Meanwhile, Aedes albopictus mosquitoes are more commonly found in natural shelters outside the home, such as leaf axils, tree holes, and bamboo cuttings.
4. Report exposition paragraph
The exposition paragraph of the report is paragraph exposition developed by the author because the author wants to convey information to the reader about something objectively. Example of a short report exposition paragraph is as follows :
A group of computer researchers belonging to the nonprofit Open AI caused a stir after announcing that The artificial intelligence (AI) they have developed so far has become too sophisticated and dangerous to be released into the world public. GPT-2, the name for AI, was actually created as a prediction system language. He is expected to be able to create original paragraphs with just a few hints. To train GPT-2, the research team loaded eight million internet pages into the AI's memory. However, instead of making positive work, GPT-2 actually develops in a negative direction. He became a hoax maker. The problem is, this AI-generated hoax is too good and convincing. Researchers are even worried that he could be used by irresponsible people to make hoax news, pretend to be human, and deceive humans in the community. media social. (Kompas.com, February 20, 2019).
5. Process exposition paragraph
The process exposition paragraph is an exposition paragraph which is developed based on the process. In conveying information, the author describes a condition followed by another condition. Example of a process exposition paragraph is as follows :
Tofu is the result of processed soybeans in the form of dry brownish yellow sheets. Beancurd can be made traditional nor modern. The process of making beancurd traditionally begins with cleaning soybeans. After the soybeans are cleaned, the soybeans are washed and soaked with sufficient water (estimate that after soaking overnight, the soybeans are still covered in water). The next step is to grind the soybeans using water to obtain soy porridge. After that, the soybean porridge was diluted until the ratio of the addition of water and soybeans was 8 to 1. The diluted soy porridge is then filtered to obtain soy milk and then put in a container that has a wide and shallow surface. After that, heated with fire medium temperature 80-90 degrees Celsius to form a ceiling or a thin layer. Next the ceiling is slowly lifted, drained, and dried. The process of heating soy milk to form a palate can be repeated up to 6-8 times. (Quoted from Technology Soybean Processing, Sri Widowati, no year with necessary changes).
Examples of other process exposition paragraphs can be read in the article entitled example of an expository paragraph on the process of making tofu, example of a process exposition paragraph about drinks and example of a process exposition paragraph about food.
6. Definition exposition paragraph
The definition exposition paragraph is the most commonly used paragraph. In this paragraph, the main idea is explained with a developer sentence in the form of a definition. The main idea is given an understanding and its parts or elements are described. If we previously reviewed about example of an expository paragraph on the definition of education, example of an exposition of the definition of plants and example of an expository paragraph on the definition of animals, The following is example of definition exposition paragraph paragraf short about health.
Filariasis or Elephant Foot Disease is an infectious disease that affects the ducts and lymph nodes caused by filarial worms and is transmitted by mosquitoes. This disease is chronic or chronic and if not treated can cause permanent disability in the form of enlargement of the legs, arms, and genitals in both women and men. As a result, sufferers cannot work optimally and even depend on others for their lives so that it becomes a burden on the family, community and state (Ministry of Health of the Republic of Indonesia, 2009).
7. Analytical exposition paragraph
An analytical exposition paragraph is a type of expository paragraph that divides the problem on each main idea into certain parts and then each part will be developed separately systematic. An example of an analytical exposition paragraph is as follows.
Malaysia Airlines MH17 Boeing 777 that crashed in Ukraine has yet to be evacuated by local authorities. This is because the plane crashed right in the conflict area. There is speculation that the plane crashed not because of an engine failure, but because it was shot down downed by Ukrainian rebels who thought it was a government plane Ukraine. (merdeka.com, March 14, 2016)
8. News exposition paragraph
A news exposition paragraph is a type of exposition paragraph that informs an event or events that contain news value. Usually news exposition paragraphs can be found at letter newspapers or online news portals. Example of a news exposition paragraph is as follows.
Climate change is increasing inequality between countries. Recent studies have found that the impacts of climate change are mainly in southern countries that are economically lagging behind. Southeast Asian countries, such as Indonesia, including the most affected. Studies by Sebastian Bathiany from Department of Environmental Sciences Wageningen University, The Netherlands, and this team are published in the journal Science on May 2, 2018. This study found an increase in temperature variability in the tropics, many of which are poor countries. The research team in this study observed trends in global temperature changes since 1875. Next they make a model about change temperature from 2055-2084. (Kompas, May 8, 2018).
9. Contradictory exposition paragraph
The contradictory exposition paragraph is an exposition paragraph whose content is to contrast something that is the main idea with something else. Example of an expository paragraph is as follows.
Garlic and Shallots are one of the Indonesian fairy tales originating from Riau. This fairy tale tells the story of two brothers who each have different characteristics. Bawang Putih is a simple girl, diligent, diligent, not arrogant, honest, and kind. On the other hand, Bawang Merah is a girl who is arrogant, lazy, likes luxury, greedy, and envious. (Wikipedia, with changes as necessary).
Thus a brief review of the various types of expository paragraphs. May be useful. Thank you.