A rhetorical pattern is a technique that is used by a writer, or in some cases, a speaker, to communicate ideas in a particular way. Readers or listeners use an understanding of rhetorical patterns to try to develop a closer analysis of what the writer or speaker is trying to express. These patterns are most commonly applied to texts, or transcriptions of speech, where it is possible to explore the communication through the use of various rhetorical resources.
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A rhetorical pattern is a method of organizing ideas in writing or speech to communicate effectively. Common patterns include narration, description, exposition, persuasion, comparison and contrast, and cause and effect. Writers choose these patterns based on their purpose and audience to enhance clarity and persuasion in their messages.
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