Define these common organizational patterns for structuring speeches and point out their unique properties:
topical, temporal, spatial, problem-solution, and cause-effect. Choose one and give an example.
What will be an ideal response?
Answers will vary. These primary organizational patterns are commonly used to structure speeches: 1) Topical pattern – a topic divides itself into subdivisions that are clearly defined and relatively equal in importance. 2) Temporal pattern – a topic is explained based on the passage of time (chronologically), very effective in describing events or processes. 3) Spatial pattern – a topic is explored by moving through it, from part to part, side to side, top to bottom, inside to outside, etc. 4) Problem-solution pattern – a topic is explored by identifying a problem or issue and suggesting the best way to handle it. 5) Cause-effect pattern – a topic is explained by showing the connection between two events or elements, focusing on the reasons for its existence and the consequences of its influence.
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