softening your claim with qualifying words helps it to be easier to support by yourself, as well as a larger audience. Here is an example #okie1213
Oklahoma State has the best homecoming in the US
Oklahoma State my have the best homecoming in the US
@christinajglane now that I have read it, I love the page explaining that within every strong argument you are considering facts, circumstances, relationships, and reasons
@christinajglane#okie1213 I was taught to be specific and not wishy - washy. Pedersen emphasized the importance of being specific. You can't argue for something that is vague
penderson talks about picking a thesis that is controversial... this reminds me of friends I have that will avoid any controversial topics. Always makes for bland conversation #okie1213