explicit and implicit arguments

Eli Pardue
9/7/07
AP Lang. Comp.
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Implicit and Explicit Arguments

Explicit arguments are the most stereotypical arguments. They are direct confrontations between two sides of a controversial claim, and both are supported with points and reasons. Or, in the case of a paper, one controversial claim supported by points and reasons. the most rtecent article we read in class was "A Case For Torture," which is a perfect example of an explicit argument.
Implicit arguments are not displayed by the arguer putting forth a claim and then supporting in a frontal and unhidden manner. Implicit arguments are portrayed by a political cartoon, a poem, a story, or anything that can hold a point without telling it in direct terms. They can often be more effective as arguments because they do not provide means to disagree with the claim made. It still moves an audience towards a preffered point of view, but through subtle means.