PROCEDURE TEXT

I. Definition

Procedure text is a text that is designed to describe how something is achieved through a sequence of actions or steps. It explain how people perform different processes in a sequence of steps. This text uses simple past tense, often imperative sentences. It also use the temporal conjunction such as first, second, then, next, finally, etc.

II. Generic Structure

1. Goal/aim (Title)
2. Materials (not requuired for all procedural text)
3. Steps (the actions that must be taken)

III. Example

CLAM SATAY

Ingredients:

• 1 lb of clams
• 5 shallots
• 2 tbs of sweet soy sauce 
• 1 limes
• salt and pepper

Steps:

1. Boil clams, after they are done let it cool.
2. Take the meat out.
3. Slice shallots.
4. Mix shallots, soy sauce, and lime juice with the clams.
5. Add salt and pepper to taste.
6. Put clams in skewers and grill them for a little bit.
7. If they are done, put it on the plate.
8. Finally your clam satay is ready.