Here's how they break down:
Explicit:
* Meaning: Clearly stated and directly expressed.
* Statements: Leave no room for interpretation.
* Example: "The cat sat on the mat."
Implicit:
* Meaning: Implied or suggested, but not directly stated.
* Statements: Require the reader to infer or understand the meaning.
* Example: "The cat was very comfortable." (Implies the cat is sitting on something soft and relaxing)
How this relates to paragraphs:
While "explicit" and "implicit" don't directly describe paragraphs themselves, they can help understand the meaning conveyed within a paragraph.
* Explicit paragraph: A paragraph where the main idea is clearly stated and supported by direct evidence.
* Implicit paragraph: A paragraph where the main idea is implied, and the reader must infer it based on clues, examples, or descriptions.
Example:
Explicit paragraph:
> The weather was terrible. Rain poured down in sheets, and the wind howled through the trees. I huddled under my umbrella, wishing I had stayed home.
Implicit paragraph:
> The sound of the rain was like a thousand tiny drums pounding on the roof. The wind whistled a mournful tune, and the trees swayed wildly in the storm. I felt a shiver run down my spine.
The first paragraph explicitly states the weather is terrible. The second paragraph implies the weather is bad through the descriptions of sound and movement.
Important Note:
It's important to remember that even with implicit paragraphs, the main idea should be clear and understandable to the reader. The goal is to create an engaging and thought-provoking reading experience, not to leave readers confused or frustrated.