The Process Types in the Reading Passages of Iraqi EFL 4th Preparatory Textbooks

Abstract

This study depicts the transitivity system used in reading passages for the 4^th preparatory student’s textbook in English for Iraq (garnet series). This study aims at 1: Identifying the most prevalent process types used in the reading passages of English textbooks for Iraqi secondary school students and 2: Determining the implications of the most dominant process type. This study isconducted by using qualitative and quantitative analyses. In most cases, material processes are used. It is, therefore, appropriate to note that several passages in English textbooks for secondary schools include actions or describe events that take place physically. Accordingly, the process used in reading passages signified action, action taken, or what is done.