Which text type does a passage have if it states a thesis, supports it with arguments, and ends with a conclusion?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. An argumentative text, whose aim is to persuade or convince the reader
- Step 1: Look at the structure: thesis, arguments, conclusion. Step 2. That structure is typical of argumentative writing, and is the type commonly analysed in the language exam. Answer: An argumentative text, whose aim is to persuade or convince the reader. Why not the others: Narrative, descriptive, and expository texts focus on recounting events, portraying details, or explaining information rather than defending a persuasive thesis with arguments.
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