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What device do Graff and Birkenstein argue improves a piece of academic writing more than any other?
What device do Graff and Birkenstein argue improves a piece of academic writing more than any other?
planting a naysayer in the text
What are three dangers of not revealing counter arguments? (Select all that apply)
What are three dangers of not revealing counter arguments? (Select all that apply)
- Improving the strength of your argument
- Finding that you have little to say (correct)
- Coming across as close-minded (correct)
- Leaving important questions hanging/unaddressed (correct)
Why should you label your naysayers?
Why should you label your naysayers?
Intellectual exchange requires labels.
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Academic Writing Improvement
- Introducing a naysayer in the text significantly enhances the quality of academic writing, as per Graff and Birkenstein.
Risks of Ignoring Counterarguments
- Failing to acknowledge counterarguments can lead to perceptions of close-mindedness.
- Ignoring opposing views may result in unresolved questions within the discourse.
- Not addressing counterarguments can create the impression that the argument lacks depth or substance.
Importance of Labeling Naysayers
- Labeling naysayers is essential for fostering intellectual exchange and facilitating clarity in discussions.
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