The Characteristics of a Descriptive Text

Descriptive text has 4 specific characteristics, which are :

  • It uses simple present tense
Descriptive text uses simple present tense to describe a fact or truth that exists in a thing or person.
  • It uses many adjectives
Adjectives are used to describe the qualities of an object, person, or animal in a descriptive text.
  • Some common -ed adjectives are normally used only after a link verb. Some of the adjectives are annoyed, finished, bored, pleased, thrilled. The sentence pattern will have to be active. 
Examples : The police seems to be annoyed.
  • Contains Relating Verbs
Relating verbs are types of verbs that act as connectors between the subject and the descriptive words, such as be, have, seem. Descriptive texts often use relating verbs to connect the subject with its description.
  • Descriptive text only has one focus, which is to describe one object.
It describes something in a specific way. It explains the characteristics and the use of something.
If it describes a person, it describes the physical appearances, the characteristics, and the kindness of a person.

An Example of Descriptive Text :

A Sketchbook

Identification 

A sketchbook is an important tool for artists and designers who want to show their talent. It is a book with blank pages that can be used to sketch, draw, or paint. It can have pages of different sizes and shapes, from small books that fit in your pocket to big books with thick covers.

Description

It is a great way for artists to sketch their visual ideas, try out new techniques, and improve their drawing skills. It gives them a safe and portable place to practice and learn about their skill. It is an affordable way for people like us to do artistic things.

It is often used by art students, people who like to draw as a hobby, and people who want to share their pictures. It can also be a useful way to keep track of memories and build an artist's sense of style.


References :

Trisnawati, Widya, S.S., dkk. 2015. SPM Bahasa Inggris untuk SMK/MAK. Jakarta: Erlangga.

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