Rhetorical Patterns of Paragraph Development Flashcards
These are structured ways of organizing ideas in writing.
Rhetorical patterns
They help in effectively communicating a message to the audience.
Rhetorical patterns
Choosing the right pattern depends on the ___________ and ____________ of the writing.
purpose and audience
The common rhetorical patterns
- narration
- description
- comparison
- argumentation
It is a rhetorical pattern that tells a story in a clear and organized manner.
Narration
Narration includes the ffg:
-characters
-setting
-plot
It is a rhetorical pattern that is often used in personal essays, biographies, and historical accounts.
Narration
It is a rhetorical pattern that has an example of a travel experiences, a childhood experience, or a historical event
Narration
The elements of a narration
plot, characters, setting, conflict, resolution
It is an element of a narration that is the sequence of events in the story.
Plot
It is an element of a narration that are the people or figures involved in the story.
Characters
It is an element of a narration that are the time and place where the events happen.
Setting
It is an element of a narration that is the challenge or problem in the narrative.
Conflict
It is an element of a narration that is the outcome of the conflict.
Resolution
This pattern explains ideas through examples and illustrations.
Illustration and Example
It is a rhetorical pattern used in essays, articles, and reports to clearly abstract ideas.
Illustration and Example
It is a rhetorical pattern that have examples of explaining perseverance through real-life success stories.
Illustration and Example
Why are examples important?
- make abstract ideas more concrete and relatable
- provide evidence to support arguments
- enhance the clarity and effectiveness of writing
- engage readers by making content more interesting
It is a rhetorical pattern that focuses on sensory details to create vivid imagery.
Description
It is a rhetorical pattern that helps readers visualize people, places, objects, and events.
Description
It is a rhetorical pattern that has an example of a detailed portrayal of a bustling city street or a peaceful garden.
Description
Types of description
- Objective description
- Subjective description
- Static description
- Process description
It is a rhetorical pattern that compares similarities and contrasts differences between two subjects.
Comparison and contrast
Comparison and Contrast can be organized in two ways:
- Subject by Subject (AAA-BBB)
- Point by Point (AB-AB-AB)
It is a rhetorical pattern that has an example of comparing online learning to traditional learning.
Comparison and Contrast
It is a type of description that presents facts without personal feelings.
Objective description
It is a type of description that includes personal impressions and emotions.
Subjective description
It is a type of description that focuses on a single moment in time.
Static description
It is a type of description that explains how something happens step-by-step.
Process description
It is a rhetorical pattern that explains a term or concept using examples, comparisons, and clarifications.
Definition
It is a rhetorical pattern that highlights the writer’s understanding and interpretation of the term
Definition
It is a rhetorical pattern that has an example of defining ‘resilience’ by using personal stories and historical examples.
Definition
It is a rhetorical pattern that explains the reasons (causes) and outcomes (effects) of an event or situation.
Cause and Effect
It is a rhetorical pattern that can focus on:
- Cause only
- Effect only
- Both causes and effects
Cause and Effect
It is a rhetorical pattern that has an example of the impact of climate change on agriculture.
Cause and Effect
It is a rhetorical pattern that presents a stance with logical reasoning and evidence.
Argumentative writing
It is a rhetorical pattern that identifies an issue and provides solutions.
Problem-Solution writing
It is a rhetorical pattern that has an example of arguing for renewable energy or proposing solutions for urban traffic congestion.
Argumentative writing and Problem-Solution writing
Tips for effective writing:
- Choose the appropriate rhetorical pattern for your purpose.
- Use clear and organized structures to present ideas effectively.
- Support arguments with strong evidence and examples.
- Provide and edit your work to ensure clarity and coherence.
