Discussion of Debates
Mastering Debate Techniques
Debate is an ancient Greek
rhetorical practice, an interactive and representational argument that seeks to
persuade judges and audiences. Various strategies for constructing and
delivering arguments are used to lead an audience to a conclusion...
Good vs. Well
The words good and well have been in English since its earliest incarnation.When Beowulf finds the ancient sword in the underwater cave of Grendel’s mother, one of the words used to describe it is good.Likewise, when the Beowulf poet contemplates the afterlife,...
Loose or Lose?
There's no formula for what I do," said King, who added that if he tried to analyze and formulate his approach to writing, he might loose his touch.The word "loose" in this quotation from a site about publishing is incorrectly used. King might lose his touch.The words lose and loose are...
