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Table 2 Types of Expositions

From: Genre analysis of writing tasks in Japanese university entrance examinations

Types of Expositions

Communicative purpose

Schematic structure

Exposition (analytical)

To have readers think in a certain way

Background ^ statement of position ^ series of arguments ^ reinforcement of position

Exposition (hortatory)

To have readers take a certain action

Appeal for action ^ arguments (suggested actions) ^ reinforcement of appeal