Group 3 defines discussion as the consideration of a subject by a group through earnest conversation that explores various perspectives on an issue to come to an informed decision. The purpose is to present information and opinions on more than one side of an issue. A discussion follows an opening statement, arguments or evidence from different points of view, and a concluding recommendation. Language features include the use of general nouns, relating verbs, thinking verbs, and additive, contrastive, and causal connectives.

2. GROUP 3

3. DEFINITION and PURPOSE
Definition of discussion is Consideration of a subject
by a group, an earnest conversation.
Purpose of discussion are to explore various
perspectives before coming to an informed decision
and to present information and opinions about more
than one side of an issue (‘For’ points and ‘against’
points)

4. Opening statement presenting the issue
Arguments or evidence for different points of view
Concluding recommendation

5. The use of general nouns (Ex: alcohol, abortion, smoking, cloning, etc.)
The use of relating verbs (Ex: is, are, etc.)
The use of thinking verbs (Ex: think, feel, hope, believe, etc.)
The use of additive connectives (Ex: in addition, furthermore, besides, etc.)
The use of contrastive connectives (Ex: although, even if, nevertheless, etc.)
The use of causal connectives (Ex: because, because of, etc.)
The use of modalities (Ex: perhaps, must, should, etc.)
The use of adverbs of manner (Ex: hopefully, deliberately, etc.)
LANGUAGE FEATURES

6. We often hear about solar cars, solar heating, and solar batteries. But will solar energy ever be a
major source of energy for society?
Solar energy is cheaper than other fossil fuels because we can get an abundant source from the
sun. in sunny desert area, 50% of the sun’s radiation that reach the ground could be used to
produce electricity for businesses and industry and to provide heat, light, and hot water for
homes. Experimental solar ponds can also produce hot water to drive generators.
Unfortunately, we can’t yet power our homes entirely on sunlight. Solar energy can only be used
effectively in bright light. Its greatest potential therefore is in hot countries that have clear skies
for most of the year. But, unfortunately most houses are not in the sunniest parts of the world.
Moreover, in order to harness solar power solar cells are needed to convert sunlight directly into
electricity. Solar cells are very cheap to run, but relatively expensive to buy and many people
can’t afford them.
Needless to say, solar energy is useful and non-pollution source of energy. Unfortunately, solar
cells, the main to harness the sun’s energy are still very expensive.
EXAMPLE OF DISCUSSION