Organization Patterns (ch. 7 & ch.

16)

1. What type of organization pattern are these outlines using?

This presentation will persuade CNN
students to apply to attend Generic
Thesis
University.
This presentation will inform a group
of physicians about Drug X, a newer
Thesis
drug with similar applications to
Drug Y.

I. Life in the dorms I. Show how Drug X and Drug Y are

similar.
Main Main
II. Life in the classroom II. Show how Drug X and Drug Y differ.
Points Points
III. Life on campus III. Give recommendations for when to
use Drug X or Drug Y.

Pattern Pattern

This presentation will inform This presentation will inform my

Thesis students about the cultures of the Thesis audience about the books written by
eastern United States. Winston Churchill.

I. The New England States I. Writings prior to World War II

Main Main
II. The Mid-Atlantic States II. Writings during World War II
Points Points
III. The Southern States III. Writings after World War II

Pattern Pattern

This presentation will inform citizens This presentation will persuade a

of the effects of noise pollution. civic group to support a citywide
Thesis Thesis
curfew for individuals under the age
of eighteen.

I. Types of Noise Pollution in the City I. Vandalism and crime among youth

II. Psychological Effects of Noise II. How a curfew works

Main Main
Pollution
Points Points
III. Physical Effects of Noise Pollution III. How a curfew reduces vandalism
and crime

Pattern Pattern
2. What 4 types of organization are used for persuasive presentations and which of the organization
patterns above do they match?

Organizational Pattern Name Flow of Ideas Matching Pattern in Ch. 8

3. Answer these questions about preparation and speaking outlines.

● What should you always have at the top of your speech outline?

● Which type of outline has everything written out in full sentences? Why?

● Which type of outline has main points written in words & phrases? Why?

● What should always be written in full sentences? Why?