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Modes of Rhetoric

Modes of Rhetoric

What is it?

When we refer to "modes of rhetoric" what we're really talking about is how words, sentences, and ideas fit together. When they follow a pattern these elements make more sense to the reader.

In this lesson, we'll consider the different ways texts can be organized to present the clearest message.

We'll review the following patterns:

  1. Chronology
  2. Order of Importance
  3. Narrative
  4. Cause and Effect

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