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Learning Objective
After learning this chapter, the students are able to:
identify general and specific information from written and spoken descriptive texts;
communicate ideas and opinions orally in various activities; and
write a descriptive text about the environment in our surroundings.
Look at this Picture!
What do you think about the picture?
This picture shows the environment on earth that is maintained by humans so as to produce a beautiful environment. The environment is filled with green grass with a bright blue sky and white clouds. The clear sky shows that there is no pollution in the environment. In the picture there are also two children who are collecting garbage to ensure that the environment remains clean and unpolluted.
How is the environment around you? Is it clean?
So, what is environtment?
So, what is environtment?
The environment is the physical surroundings on Earth, including all living and non-living things.
The environment can also refer to the conditions where people live or work, and how they influence how people feel or work.
The environment can be impacted by humans in both positive and negative ways. For example, industrial development can lead to: ozone depletion, acid rain, and genetic modification.
The environment can enhance the quality of life. People enjoy the beauty of nature, such as rivers, mountains, and deserts.
After looking at the picture, we have already made a description of the picture. In this chapter we will talk about descriptive text which focuses on identifying general and specific information from within the text.
General Information
General Information
General information refers to broad, overarching ideas or main points that give a summary or an overall understanding of a topic. It often answers "what is this about?" or provides a general context without too much detail.
Specific Information
Specific Information
Specific information, on the other hand, includes detailed facts, examples, statistics, or particular elements that elaborate on or support the general idea. It answers "who, what, when, where, why, and how?" in more depth.
Example:
Example:
Topic: The environment.
General information
The environment includes all the living and non-living things around us that support life.Specific information
The environment consists of natural resources like air, water, soil, and forests. For example, the Amazon Rainforest produces 20% of the world's oxygen.
Both general and specific information are crucial in texts. General information gives the reader a sense of what the topic is about, while specific information provides the details that deepen understanding.
Read the text below!
Identify the General and Specific Information of the text above!
General and specific information of the text
General and specific information of the text
General Information
The text describes a park near the writer's house.
The park is a peaceful and serene place, ideal for relaxation and connecting with nature.
Specific Information
Location:
The park is located near the writer's house.
Features:
Trees: The park is surrounded by tall, leafy trees that provide shade.
Paths: There are gravel paths throughout the park.
Pond: A small pond with clear water is in the center, reflecting the sky and trees.
Wildlife: Ducks swim on the pond, and fish move beneath the water’s surface.
Bench: There is a wooden bench near the pond for sitting and relaxing.
Grass and Flowers: The grass is thick and green, with flowers blooming along the path edges, filling the air with a sweet fragrance.
Activities:
Children: Play in the open grassy area.
Joggers: Use the curved paths to run.
Atmosphere:
The air is cool and fresh due to the trees.
The sounds include rustling leaves and chirping birds.
The park takes on a golden glow in the late afternoon when sunlight filters through the trees.
Identify the Writer's Purpose, main ideas, and Why the Writer Chose to Describe This Place
the Writer's Purpose, main ideas, and Why the Writer Chose to Describe This Place
the Writer's Purpose, main ideas, and Why the Writer Chose to Describe This Place
The Writer's Purpose
The purpose of the text is to describe the peaceful and calming atmosphere of a neighborhood park, emphasizing its natural beauty and how it serves as a relaxing retreat from busy daily life. The writer aims to create a vivid image of the park by detailing its features, sounds, and activities, helping the reader visualize the environment and understand its tranquil nature.
Through the use of sensory details, the writer wants to convey a sense of tranquility and appreciation for nature and to show how the park provides a space for relaxation, recreation, and reflection. The text invites the reader to imagine being in the park and experiencing the serene environment firsthand.
Main ideas
The main idea of the text is that the park near the writer's house is a peaceful and calming place where people can enjoy nature, relax, and escape from the stress of everyday life.
Why the Writer Chose to Describe This Place
The writer chose to describe this park because it represents a place of serenity and natural beauty, offering a contrast to the busy, fast-paced environment many people experience in their daily lives. By focusing on the park's calming atmosphere, the writer aims to highlight the importance of having quiet, natural spaces where people can relax, appreciate nature, and engage in peaceful activities like walking, sitting, or watching wildlife.
How to Identify The Writer's Purpose, Main ideas, Why the Writer Chose to Describe the Place, from the descriptive text?
To identify descriptive text and identify the writer's purpose, the main ideas, and why the writer chose to describe the place, you can follow these steps:
1. Identifying the Writer’s Purpose
1. Identifying the Writer’s Purpose
The purpose of a descriptive text often revolves around one of the following:
To inform: The writer provides detailed information about a place.
To entertain: The writer uses vivid descriptions to evoke emotions or create imagery.
To persuade: The writer aims to convince the reader to visit or appreciate the place.
How to find it:
Look at the tone and language: Is it objective, emotional, or persuasive?
Identify if the writer includes personal opinions or a call to action (e.g., “You must visit this beautiful destination!”).
Check for a central message or moral (if applicable).
2. Finding the Main Ideas
2. Finding the Main Ideas
The main idea is the central focus or the most important point the writer wants to convey about the place.
How to find it:
Read the title and introduction: These often give hints about the main idea.
Look for topic sentences: The first sentence of each paragraph typically contains the main idea of that section.
Summarize the text in one sentence: What is the writer primarily describing or emphasizing?
3. Why the Writer Chose to Describe the Place
3. Why the Writer Chose to Describe the Place
This involves analyzing the significance or appeal of the place described. Writers choose places to describe for various reasons, such as:
To share its beauty or unique characteristics.
To preserve its memory or highlight its importance.
To inspire readers to visit or protect the place.
How to find it:
Pay attention to descriptive details: Are they positive, nostalgic, or protective?
Note if the writer emphasizes the place’s cultural, historical, or personal significance.
Check for emotional language or imagery that highlights the writer’s connection to the place.
Descriptive Project
Work with a group of 6 students
Choose place in Kepulauan Riau to decribe
Write 3-4 paragraph descriptions
Present it on a cardboard paper with a picture attached and decorate it according to your creativity.
Galery Walk
Display the cardboard from your project in the classroom.
Go around to see and read the descriptives that other groups have created and presented.
Give individual comments or feedback to the other groups' work.
Return to your group to see the comments from your friends.
Make revisions if needed.
Review your friends work and give some comment or feedback
is the description clear and easy to understand?
Are there enough specific detail to help visual setting?
Are there anought adjectives and descriptive words to make the text interesting?
can you feel the athmosphere or mood that the writer try to create?
Does the description make you want to visit or experience the place being described? Is the writing engaging and interesting to read?
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