RECOUNT TEXT

1. Definition

A Recount Text is a text that retells past events or experiences.
Its purpose is to inform or entertain the reader by describing what happened.

Recount texts always use:

• Past tense (went, saw, visited)
• Chronological order (first, then, after that, finally)

 

2. Structure of Recount Text

1. Orientation
• Introduces who was involved, what happened, when, and where.
• It gives the background of the story.
2. Events
• The main part of the text.
• Tells the events in order (first event → second event → next → last).
3. Re-orientation (optional)
• Ending of the story.
• Contains a personal comment, summary, or how the event finished.

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3. Sample of Recount Text

My Trip to the Beach

Orientation:
Last Sunday, my family and I went to Parangtritis Beach. We left home at 7 a.m. and arrived after one hour.

Events:
First, we walked along the beach and enjoyed the fresh air. Then, my brother and I played in the water while my parents relaxed under a big umbrella. After that, we took many photos together and bought some snacks from the food stalls. Finally, before going home, we watched the beautiful waves and the sunset.

Re-orientation:
It was a wonderful trip. I felt very happy because I could spend time with my family.