Reflective Essay 'Understanding Audience Expectations'

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While working on last week’s essay on The Far Side, I struggled with the feeling of flip-flopping between two artists, Larson and Bergson. At times I felt as if the reader might be confused at what I truly was trying to convey. Specific writing tools may be used to transform one’s argument and develop an intelligent, logical opinion.
Most of society write for their peers. Our assignment was written for the eyes of our professor, and therefore, we should begin by “Understanding Audience Expectations”. When the class receives feedback from our first draft, we will understand what Mr. Wegley requires of us individually and how we can improve our writing skills. Personally, I learn from experience. By taking his constructive notes and applying

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