Modes of DIscourse Flashcards
1
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Definition
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Providing the extended definition of a key term that is central to the main idea.
2
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Process Analysis
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Explaining in a step-by-step manner how something is done or, in the case of historical events, how something was done.
3
Q
Exemplification
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Using a well-chosen example or a series of examples to highlight the relevance of your topic.
4
Q
Classification
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Grouping ideas or topics in order to narrow the focus of a text toward its main point.
5
Q
Analogy
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Using comparison to simplify a topic or reframe it for the audience.
6
Q
Narrative
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Using a specific story to ease into the topic or clarify a claim.
7
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Description
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Concentrating on the imagery of a subject in order to appeal to the audience’s sensory thoughts.
