VI.   Argument

Prologue or "Prolocution" is the third of seven (7) types of Rhetoric. It is a Form of speech characterized as an introduction to some longer formal oratory event.

The word Prologue comes from the Ancient Greek word πρόλόγος (prologues) meaning "speech or section (of play / drama) used as introduction" itself derived from two (2) words of Ancient Greek being πρό (pro) meaning “before” and λόγος (logos) meaning “speech, oration, discourse”.

The word Prolocution originates from the Latin root proloquor meaning "introductory speech, to speak out (before)".

In matters of Drama, the Prologue is regarded as an essential element in introducing to the audience the main characters, the beginnings of the plot and any other facts that are deemed necessary to enable the ensuing Drama to be comprehended.

In law, the Prologue is usually reserved for the prosecuting counsel to address to the court.