The document discusses the characteristics and types of expository text. Expository text aims to convey information to readers or listeners. It contains an opening statement of an opinion on the topic being discussed, arguments to support the stated opinion, and a concluding restatement of what was presented. Expository texts use connectors of cause and effect, general participants, and nominalization. They are also written in the simple present tense. Common types of expository texts include news reports, cause-and-effect, and problem-solution texts.