Rhetorical Patterns

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Rhetorical

PATTERNS

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INDEX

Problem-Solution

Cause & Effect

Definition

R. P. Definition

Exemplification

Hypothesis

Timer Order

Purpose

Space Order

Comparison & Contrast

Method-Purpose

Description

Argument

Classification

Karen, tell me what a Rhetorical Pattern is

It´s a technique that is used by a writer, or in some cases a speaker to communicate ideas in a particular way. Rhetorical Patterns are mostly applied to texts. They are ways in which authors organize information and thoughts in a logical, structured manner, following the writer`s organizational pattern.

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TYPES of RHETORICAL Patterns

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Time Order

1. It involves putting facts, events, or concepts in order of occurrence.
2. it usually refers to events
3. the order of events might not be told in sequence, but the original order of the events can be inferred from the information provided.
4. signal words: preposition of time, cue words such as first, second, third; next, then, finally, eventually, following this, after, as, before, currently, during, eventually, last, later, previously, immediately, when, until.

Cause - Effect

the assertion (the claim you are trying to prove) = Conclusion the facts: the information to consider the Reasoning: explanation of how you reached your conclusion.

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space order

In this pattern, writers describe a person, place, or thing based on its location or the way it is arranged in space. the author uses descriptive details to help the reader create vivid mental images of what is being described. signal words: prepositions of place or movement, phrases such as at the bottom, at the end, etc.

Listing

It is also known as series, addition, and enumeration. the information listed may be items, facts, reasons, examples, features, or characteristics. signal words: and, too, in addition, moreover, on, also, furthermore, as well as, plus, moreover, besides, etc.

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Comparison & Contrast

Definition

Exemplification

Classification

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CAUSE & EFFECT

Method-Purpose

Hypothesis

It describes or discusses an event or action that is caused by another event or action

It presents a suggested or possible explanation of a phenomenon.

It explains the steps in a particular procedure or process.

It sometimes indicates suppositions or future plausible actions or predict the outcome of a process..

On occasion, this pattern is also referred to as result..

The steps and stages lead up to a final product or finished project.

SIGNAL WORDS: because, for this reason, due to, cause, on account of, if this...then this, as a result, since, consequently, therefore, thus, in effect, resulting in, the outcome is, lead to

SIGNAL WORDS: how to, in the process of, the following steps, first, second, third…

Examples

Examples

Examples

Rhetorical Patterns

Problem - Solution

Purpose

This pattern involves either the presentation of a problem or its solution, usually upon determined agreements and consensus. SIGNAL WORDS: problem, question, puzzle, need, difficulty, dilemma, challenge, issue, answer, propose, suggest, solve, resolved, improve, plan, respond to a need

This rhetorical pattern states the objective of an intention in relation to an idea. SIGNAL WORDS: because, in order to, with the objective/purpose of, aim at, intend to, infinitives of purpose

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Description

Argument

Mixed Patterns

It is the expression of a personal idea that is subjective and debatable.

It states the physical or psychological features of an idea, object, or person.

In the real world, many texts contain sections and passages that combine two or more patterns of organization. This is perfectly normal and acceptable, for it is the writer's choice to select the best possible way of getting his point across.

SIGNAL WORDS: should, must, need to, if…then…

Adjectives are very common in this organization of ideas

It usually contains carefully chosen details that appeal to the reader's senses

Examples

Examples

Examples

• arranging details and information
• separating supporting points from main ideas
• recognizing what the author deems important
• remembering information and its organization
• understanding the reading's overall structure, which will help you grasp the text's main ideas

To Summarize

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