Identifying the features for an explanation text on mummification
I can identify important linguistic features of an explanation text.
Identifying the features for an explanation text on mummification
I can identify important linguistic features of an explanation text.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- An explanation text is a non-fiction text that explains a particular process or subject in detail.
- An explanation text can start with an introduction and then explain a sequenced process in chronological order.
- Vocabulary within an explanation text is subject-specific and factual, creating a formal tone.
- Ordering fronted adverbials indicate the chronological order of steps in a process.
- Fronted adverbials of cause link an effect to a cause.
Common misconception
Explanation texts can be written in any order.
Explanation texts are written in chronological order; they explain a process in the order in which it happens.
Keywords
Explanation - a set of details and reasons given about how a process works
Linguistic feature - a structure of language that uses words
Chronological order - follows the order in which a series of events happens
Subject-specific vocabulary - vocabulary used when writing about a particular subject
Fronted adverbial - a sentence starter followed by a comma
Content guidance
- Depiction or discussion of sensitive content
Supervision
Adult supervision recommended
Licence
This content is © Oak National Academy Limited (2024), licensed on Open Government Licence version 3.0 except where otherwise stated. See Oak's terms & conditions (Collection 2).
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A naming word for people, places or things.
A doing, being or having word.
A word that describes a noun.
A word that describes a verb.