Patterns of Organization Flashcards
What are the three parts of most essays and speeches?
Introduction, Body, Conclusion.
What does the introduction do in a presentation?
Gains the audience’s attention and establishes the main point.
What is the role of the body in a presentation?
Contains supporting details and main points.
What is the purpose of the conclusion in a presentation?
Summarizes the message.
What is Chronological Order?
Information and details are arranged in a time-related pattern.
What is Spatial Order?
Information and details are arranged based on relationships between people, places, or objects.
What is Problem-Solution Order?
Information and details are arranged by two major areas: problem(s) and solution(s).
What is Process Order?
Information and details are arranged in a sequence to describe a series of steps.
What is Topical Order?
Information and details are arranged by its natural parts: topics and subtopics.
What is Cause-Effect Order?
Information and details are arranged by the triggering event that leads to another event or outcome.
