Can I both agree & disagree in an essay? (1 Viewer)

[2KL4SKL]

Or is this regarded as "sitting on the fence" & I have to pick a defenite stance? Because I think one of my related texts differs in some areas to my prescribed text and I was wondering if I could just say 'Text 1 argues that...HOWEVER, text 2 represents this notion as bad...' etc

 

[boirefish]

that is perfectly fine, and may even demonstrate your broader scope of analysis, as long as you do not contradict yourself.

 

[nerdsforever]

Your thesis will have to reflect that.

 

[annabackwards]

Yes, my thesis was exactly something along those lines.

Just formulate a thesis that allows you to reflect both sides for eg. Text 1 portrays how a sense of belonging will have a positive effect on individuals while Tex 2 illustrates how a lack of belonging is negative.

 

[Aerath]

There's nothing wrong with arguing both sides.

 

[cassieagill]

it depends if its supposed to be an opinionative piece or argumentative piece its ok its its just a factual piece, talk to your teacher...is it an essey or thesis?

generally if you provide arguments from both sides you either agree to one or the other to a minor extent

 

[Uncle]

i never provided conflicting views and when i did back in year 11 and early year 12, i had comments about it and didnt get as much marks.
thanks 2009'ers!

 

[pollydunning]

You can present both sides of the argument, but you have to make a conclusive statement about what that SAYS! What does it SAY about belonging if there are two different sides. You need to use the texts to support your argument