2007-03-26 04:48:47 · 11 answers · asked by Mark G 1 in Education & Reference ➔ Homework Help
I would think that would take away from your point, rather than add to it, since you might sound like you're big on yourself, or the reader may get tired of reading about your background? If you do, make it short. Peace!
2007-03-26 04:51:38 · answer #1 · answered by Mama R 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Yeah, you can put personal experiences in the intro of an argumentation essay. The ultiamte goal of an argumentation essay is to make the reader or opposition accept your point of view. A personal experience will help the reader see why you feel the way you do about the topic as well as to help them identify with you on a more personal level.
2007-03-26 11:55:02 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes it is. I am in writing right now in school and they have taught us that when a person has a point of view or a statement essay- it is best the present several points to your thesis (point of your essay) The key thing is to support your thesis - it doesn't matter where you put the support as long as it is supported - you could begin with your personal experience as the opening of your paper - then move to the thesis later- and then back to other points of support -- and finally your conclution driving your point of view home--- if this is done correctly then it could make the paper very effective - just remember that personal experience isn't the only support that your thesis will need.
In support of your thesis- you can use material such as personal experience, other peopels' experiences, recorded facts, actual real life examples or even made up & hypothetical examples to support your point of your paper.
For example, you could use (perhaps not these exact words) "One time I .... " for an opening to your personal experience, example-- while you at a different point in the paper use "Lets say for example that...." for an into to a hypothetical and completely fictional example of supporting your thesis.
Be sure though that the personal experience isn't the only support you provide for your thesis. *If its a small essay (less than 1000 words) then don't use any more than 2 paragraphs using your own personal experience in support of your thesis, and be sure to constuct the paper with balance.
In other words don't write a paper that has 5 paragraphs with 3 of them being support from personal examles and one from hypothetical example, you would want to balance it and give both types of exampls the same amount of room in the paper, giving them equal wieght in supporting your thesis.
Its always best to have several different types of supportive points that drive your thesis home.
These methods always work for me when writing - and I've got a VERY good grade in class - One of the few with an A+.
...if you'd like to read some of my papers for examples I'd be glad to share them.
2007-03-26 12:08:11 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Personally, I would say yes (if it helps your argument!) Just be sure to not make the essay ALL about your experience. I would limit your personal reference to just the first paragraph, as a sort of example (maybe an allusion to it in the conclusion paragraph).
Good luck!
2007-03-26 11:51:59 · answer #4 · answered by Annie 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends on how formal or informal your essay is supposed to be. "Journalistic" style allows for personal anecdotes, but your typical high school or college standard essay does not. Don't enter your personal experiences unless you ask your teacher if that is valid for this course. All arguments should be documented by valid published material as much as possible.
2007-03-26 11:52:29 · answer #5 · answered by charmedchiclet 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Infact it is the best way of posting an argumentation essay.
2007-03-26 11:56:11 · answer #6 · answered by sun*red 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As long as you don't use "I" or refer to yourself, it should be fine. If you want to use your personal experience as part of the intro, you can say "When one experiences.." and then go into your personal experience. It looks better on paper and it flows more easily.
2007-03-26 11:57:24 · answer #7 · answered by Kikyo 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
As long as it applies specifically to the argument being presented.
2007-03-26 11:51:50 · answer #8 · answered by Sophist 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the safest bet is not to use the word "I". write it impersonally, like instead of saying "I think" say..."it can be suggested", for example. it's less of an opinion then, which gives any argument more credibility
2007-03-26 11:52:57 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
yeah as long as it is relevant, just dont spend alot of time on it....and make sure you can back up your points too
2007-03-26 11:53:03 · answer #10 · answered by deni 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋