Abstract

Abstract: This study examined the Graduation systems on the crime news in The Jakarta Post. Six texts were classified and mixed-method research was applied in the study. The data were analyzed by using the Appraisal Systems Theory. The study aimed to figure out the graduation systems of the crime news in The Jakarta Post and to describe the writers' perspectives on assessing the power of the message in crime news. The findings show that The Jakarta Post presents 60% of focus dominantly. In addition, The Jakarta Post's writers portray crime news using larger, sharper language.Key words: Apprasial System, Focus, Force, Graduation

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