Developing Examples and Details


use in conjunction with pp.25-28 in Windows on Writing

Three kinds of example/detail: Unspecific, Semi-specific, Specific


As stated in the textbook, examples and details clarify and suppport your discussion or argument. Simply telling your readers something and expecting them to believe it based on your say-so is unrealistic and irresponsible -- wouldn't you expect anyone else who told you such things to support her/his statements?
Below are specimines of short paragraphs with successive degrees of example and detail.

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