The next methodology is the Description of Process. It is usually done in describing a series of connected actions in chronological manner. The process of description might be in the form of natural, mechanical or historical processes. Like the other methods, it can also be use to expand the idea in the paragraph.
, A process paragraph is a paragraph written to explain how something is done. To do this, we usually follow a chronological sequence and describe the process step by step. Process description is similar to the procedures followed in conducting a scientific experiment. It describes definite steps in a necessary order. The misplacement of any action will cause confusion.
In a process paragraph, uses of imperative sentences, the indefinite pronoun “you” and the present tense are common.
19.1 Transitions used in a process paragraph (描述过程的联接词)
Transitions used in a process paragraph include listings words and words indicating time. The following table illustrates some listing words that can be used to describe a process.
As we should follow a chronological order in a process description, to write a successful process paragraph, we need to use chronological connectors. These include:
Before, after, when, as soon as, once,as prior to
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