COMM 001 Lecture 9: Comm 1 (Public Speaking) - Lec 9
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Topical pattern of arrangement (categorical pattern)- each of the main points is a subtopic or category of the speech topic. Greatest freedom to structure main points according how you wish to present your topic. Divide it into two or more categories. Chronological pattern of arrangement ( temporal pattern)- follows the natural sequential order of the main points. Switch points around = unnatural and might confuse the audience. Arranging speech points using a spatial pattern. Spatial pattern of arrangement- purpose of speech: describe or explain, the physical arrangement of a place, scene, or an object suggests that the main points be arranged in order of their physical proximity. Arranging speech points using a casual (cause-effect) pattern. Casual (cause-effect) pattern of arrangement- take the form: cause. Organizes main pints both to demonstrate the nature and significance of a problem and to provide justification for proposed solution. Solution (offer a way to overcome a problem)