Throughout the world, numerous people tend to misinterpret the true meaning of intellectualism. As perceived by many, an intellectual is a person who is involved in critical studies, thoughts, and proposes solutions to normal day-to-day situations. In contrast to such definition, two pieces of literature that have unique explanations are “Reading Rhetorically” by Rose and “Hidden Intellectualism” by Gerald Graff. In their articles, both authors urge reconsideration of what is considered “intellectual or intelligent.”
In the reading “Hidden Intellectualism”, Gerald Graff explains how being intelligent doesn’t just come from books and academic work. He begins by elaborating how people tend to make boundaries between being street smart and being
In the reading “Hidden Intellectualism”, Gerald Graff explains how being intelligent doesn’t just come from books and academic work. He begins by elaborating how people tend to make boundaries between being street smart and being