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Rhetorical Strategies Toolbox - Modes/organization structure
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01/04/2010

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Narration
Definition
tells a story. Is chronological and usually has an underlying message. is not esoteric
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Description
Definition
Usually to describe (duh). Typically relies on the five senses. The dominant impression is from description. Is not esoteric
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Definition
Definition
tells what a term mean. Combined with another mode usually
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Process
Definition
explains how to do something. Whatever is described produces the same outcome whenever duplicated. EX: chemistry lab write up
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Cause and Effect
Definition
analyzes WHY something happens. Causes preceeding effects.
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Argumentation vs. Persuasion
Definition
Both are to take a stand of sorts.

PERSUASION: appeals; pathos, logos ethos. uses all

ARGUMENTATION: LOGIC LOGIC LOGIC. uses own credibility.
BOTH: Ask reader to share insights
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Comparison Contrast: ANALOGY
Definition
a form of comparison. It explains more difficult ideas in a more simplistic way.
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