Rules for Writers chapter 47 talked about how to construct a reasonable argument. While trying to construct your argument you need to keep in mind that the goal is not just to win, but to show your passionate side about a specific topic. In your arguments about the topic you need to explain what your understanding is about the topic and share you knowledge about the topic as well. Making sure that you fully understand the social and intellectual issues and contexts of the subject is very important to show your competency to your readers, not putting yourself at any disadvantage. In the beginning of your argument you need to establish your stance on the topic and also establishing your credibility on the topic is extremely important. Lastly, gathering supportive evidence to support your argument is the key to developing a legitimate and successful argument.
I really learned a lot from reading this chapter. I never really looked at constructing an argument just for the sake of proving a point, and not to win or have the last word. I always perceived an argument to be just for argument sake, not to present your case to numerous people as if they were like a jury. I intend on using the tips that I have learned in this chapter to help me better my skills at argumentative topics.
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