Summary for Chapter 47

       This chapter tells us many things that sometimes we forget to consider while we write. When we write we aren't suppose to assume that the reader agrees with what we are saying. What we are supposed to do is prove a point. This chapter tells us that we need to let the readers hear both of the sides and not just one. In your paper you should use concrete details to back up your examples. "Arguments of any complexity containing lines of argument that, when taken together, might reasonably persuade readers that the thesis has merit" (362). Its also good to uses facts but facts that are certain which is said to mean that they've been verified. It can also be good to use examples and illustrations but they can't always stand alone. The point of this chapter is to give you advice and steps that can help improve your position so that when your trying to make a point, the audience may consider you.

       The mistake I usually tend to make is that when I pick a side sometimes I will say something that will go against my argument. This can cause me my chance of getting the audience to agree with what I'm saying. For me these kinds of essays are hard because I find it hard to just side with one option when maybe the other makes sense to. To win my audience I'm going to research better and get all the facts before I start writing. I will also make sure that my facts correspond with my position rather then opposing it.