​Discussion Text is a text that contains 2 opinions, namely a pros and cons opinions. This text uses an effective languange and gives reasonable opinions which urges people to think and make argument about a topic.

 Communication goals of the text is giving information and opinion about a topic which is observed from two different  viewpoints i.e. for points and againts points.

Generic structure

Stating issue: contains opening statement about an issue or topic which will be discussed.

Supporting arguments: some reasons which for issue.

Against arguments: some reasons againts issue.

Recomendation (conclusion) : contains recomendation or conclusion from writer about the issue which has discussed.

Linguistic elements

The use of simple present tense

the use of general nouns e.g. cloning, smoking

the use of modalities e.g. must, should, perhaps

the use of thinking verbs e.g. feel, belive, think, hope

the use of addictive connectives e.g. furthermore, besides, in addition

the use of contractive connectives e.g. on the contrary

example :

Advantages and Disadvantages of Falling in Love

Stating Issue:

Have you ever fallen in love? How does it feel? Does it give you more strength or weakness? Many people will say that it gives them more advantages while others may say that its disadvantages are pre dominant for their loves’ live. So, what are the advantages and the disadvantages of falling in love? The following discussion is trying to give you a better vision of the advantages and the disadvantages of falling in love.

Supporting Arguments:

The first advantage of falling in love is that you have someone by your side, someone to share life’s experiences, and someone who will always support you. Besides, love makes life more exciting, colorful, and enjoyable. You will also be healthier physically and mentally when you have someone who always cares about you. Another advantage is that you can also experience the greatest mysteries of life when you fall in love. Lastly, having someone who loves you can motivate you to be a better person because you will always want to make him/her proud of you and you’ll have someone around you who can help you.

Against Arguments:

On the other hand, falling in love also has some disadvantages. The first disadvantage is feeling confined or trapped. It happens when the percentages of love are not balanced from both people. Also, sometimes, expectations result in disappointment. The disadvantage is that this condition often makes you down and loss your spirit to continue your life. In this case, falling in love can also add drama to your life.

Recomendation (conclusion):

Love will always have good and bad effects. It is only maturity which can manage these two effects wisely. So, you may fall in love every time but don’t have a relationship unless you have been mature enough to manage your feeling not to be too dramatic when you fall in love with someone.