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The Classical Oration

The Classical Oration. Greek and Roman Rhetoric. Classic Six Part Pattern. Exordium: The speaker/writer tries to win the attention and good will of an audience while introducing a subject or problem.

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The Classical Oration

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  1. The Classical Oration Greek and Roman Rhetoric

  2. Classic Six Part Pattern • Exordium: The speaker/writer tries to win the attention and good will of an audience while introducing a subject or problem. • Narratio: The speaker/writer presents the facts of the case, explaining what happened when, who is included, and so on. The narratio puts an argument in context. • Partiotio: The speaker/writer divides up the subject, explaining why the claim is, what the key ussues are, and in what order the subject will be treated. • Confirmatio: The speaker/writer offers detailed support for the claim, using both logical reasoning and factual evidence. • Refutatio: The speaker/writer acknowledges and then refutes opposing claims or evidence. • Perroratio: The speaker/writer summarizes the case and moves the audience to action.

  3. Modern Interpretation Classical Rhetoric

  4. Modern Introduction • Introduction • Gains readers’ interest and willingness to listen. • Establishes your qualifications to write about your topic. • Establishes some common ground with your audience. • Demonstrates that you’re fair and evenhanded. • States your claim.

  5. Modern Presentation of argument • Background • Presents any necessary information, including personal narrative, that’s important to your argument. • Lines of argument • Presents good reasons, including logical and emotional appeals, in support of your claims.

  6. Counter Argument • Counter Argument • Examines alternative points of view and opposing arguments. • Notes the advantages and disadvantages of these views. • Explains why your view is better than others.

  7. Modern Conclusion • Conclusion • Summarizes the argument. • Elaborates on the implications of your claim. • Makes clear what you want the audience to think or do. • Reinforces your credibility and perhaps offers an emotional appeal.

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