Descriptive Text, Purpose, Generic Structures, Language Features, and Example

DESCRIPTIVE TEXT

A.    Definition

Descriptive text is a text which says what a person or thing is like.

B.     The communicative purpose

To describe a specific/particular person, animal, animal, or thing.

C.    Generic Structure

1.      Identification  : Identifies phenomenon to be described

2.      Description      : Describes parts, qualities, and characteristics.

D.    Language Features

1.       Focus on specific participants

2.      Use of simple present tense

3.      Use of adjective

E.     Examples:

Example I

It is about the greatest football player in the world. All female fans must agree that he is a good looking player. He is about 24 years of age and is not tall enough as a striker. He has cute face with pointed nose, brown eyes, and chubby cheeks. His skin is light, and he has short, straight, and black hair. His sweet smile will make female fans crazy about him. He has not only good physical appearance but also good personality. He is not arrogant even though he gets much compliment and receives many awards such as Ballon D’Or Award, Golden Ball Award, and the best player in the world. He keeps down to the earth. Another wonderful thing is his outstanding performance on the green field. He always plays well for his team. With his amazing speed and skill, he scores goal almost in every match. No wonder if he was the top scorer in La Liga, and became the best player in the world in 2010. His latest achievement is he scored two goals when his team bit Santos in FIFA Club World Cup. Barcelona is the team he plays for. Who is He?