Identifying Key Structural Elements of Exposition - Statement of Position PDF

Quarter 2 – Lesson 1 IDENTIFYING KEY STRUCTURAL ELEMENTS OF EXPOSITION – STATEMENT OF POSITION At the end of this module, you are expected to: 1. define the different elements of an exposition; 2. determine the structural elements of the statement position in an e...

Quarter 2 – Lesson 1 IDENTIFYING KEY STRUCTURAL ELEMENTS OF EXPOSITION – STATEMENT OF POSITION At the end of this module, you are expected to: 1. define the different elements of an exposition; 2. determine the structural elements of the statement position in an exposition; and, 3. construct own exposition statement EXPOSITORY ESSAY It tends to explain, illustrate, clarify, or explicate something in a way that it becomes clear for readers. EXPOSITORY ESSAY It could be an investigation, evaluation, or even argumentation about an idea for clarification. EXPOSITION It is an introductory statement of position that presents an opinion and make a claim of an issue. THREE (3) PARTS OF AN EXPOSTIONS 1. Statement of Position 2. Argument 3. Reinforcement of the Statement of INTRODUCTION anopening sentence or “hook” about your topic that catches the reader’s attention 1. Statement of Position (What is your stand?) a clear and forceful statement of position use some background information about the issue BODY Body paragraph:  Argument 1(Evidence)  Argument 2 (Evidence) 2. Arguments must be logically developed, supported, and justified with reasons, examples, expert evidence and statistical information always begin each paragraph with a key statement Conclusion What is the larger significance of the topic you chose to write about? What should the reader do or think after reading your paper? 3. Reinforcement of the Statement of Position emphasize the argument summing up of the position state the solution to the problem or what might happen if the situation is not resolved A statement of position requires the following: 1.High modality words 2.Language of opinion 3.Topic 4.Author’s Purpose 5.Qualities Statement of position must have: 1. High modality words certainly require extremely definitely constantly will surely permanentl must y absolutely completely always never Statement of position must have: 2. Language of opinion – to organize your thoughts In my I think I believe opinion I feel I prefer I notice Statement of position must have: 3. The topic – is something that you can explain and its near and dear to your heart. It should be center around a personal belief that supported by evidence. Statement of position must have: 4. The author’s purpose –the reason for or intent in writing (to amuse the reader, to persuade the reader, to inform, or to satirize a condition) Statement of position must have: 5. Qualities: Has factual evidence to support argument Arguments in organized manner Assess conflicting opinions or opposing views Statement of position must have: 5. Qualities: Take a firm stand on the issue Has clear proposition or statement that must be defended Constantly proofread for mistakes Tips in formulating a statement of position: 1. Introduce your topic with some basic background information. 2. Introduce possible objections to your position. Tips in formulating a statement of position: 3. Support and acknowledge the opposing points. 4. Use simple language. 5. Make sure each paragraph starts with a topic Tips in formulating a statement of position: 6. Summarize your argument and restate your position. 7. Cite your sources. Tips in formulating a statement of position: 8. Explain that your position is still the best one, despite the strength of counterarguments. Statement of position Background of information When are human beings going to accept responsibility for the environment and for the survival of animal species? It saddens me to think that in our short time on this planet we have destroyed thousands of animal species, punctured a hole in the ozone layer, destroyed vast areas of irreplaceable rainforests and Argument 1 The continual destruction of animal habitats to make way for spreading urban populations or increased farming lands for growing food concerns me greatly. People are encroaching on animals’ territory and soon animals will no longer have the space they need. People must work now to protect Argument 2 People are polluting the earth to such an extent that many waterways are not fit for swimming. Non-recyclable garbage is growing at an incredible rate. People dump toxic waste at the sea or bury in the desert. Pumping sewage into our oceans causes the death of fish as well as animals further up the food chain such as whales. Rubbish such as plastic kills innocent creatures such as seals, birds, and turtles. Reinforcement of statement position I urge all people to take responsibility for this earth we share with other creatures and which we hold in trust for the next generation. Definitely, we can do it if we will work together.  Choose the appropriate answer to the following descriptions. 1. It informs the reader of your point of view. 2. It is a part of an exposition that should be near and dear to your heart. 3. The most important part which must be explained 4. It gives the elaboration of the references, documents, and source data. 5. It is the selection of words used to express how certain we are about 6. It is a part of an exposition which has a factual evidence to support an argument. 7. The first paragraph that starts with a topic sentence 8. This is an introductory statement of position that presents an opinion and makes a claim of an issue 9. This part persuades the reader to agree with the author and stand supported by arguments and evidences. 10.This is used to organize thoughts in order to give the audience an easy way to understand what we say.