COMM 1112 Chapter 19: Influencing by Exposition

• School: Northeastern University
• Department: Communication Studies
• Course: COMM 1112
• Professor: Sara Picklesimer

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Exposition is the clear setting forth of what the subject really is. It is setting forth a matter so plainly that it cannot be misunderstood. This is a very important topic for our upcoming persuasive speeches. Without this understanding, we cannot go on to persuade the audience, because there will. It creates an understanding between us and the audience about the subject. be no base. In order to effectively persuade, we must first lay this foundation of exposition. Expose- to lay bare, to uncover, to show the true inwardness of. Foundation-idea of exposition: the clear and precise setting forth of what the subject really is explanation. Does not draw a picture (that is description: name characteristic parts and explain their workings. Not an account of how events happened (that"s narration) Exposition is an entirely intellectual process, with no emotional element. Setting forth a matter so plainly that it cannot be misunderstood. To master exposition is to become a clear thinker.