JOURNAL 3

I think Moore's article is serious, but tries to make it funny. When she uses examples like shoving the forks in the fork drawer and start dating someone who is funny, she doesn't mean to actually do those things but do put yourself in other "shoes." She wants to show her point through these some what humorous examples while still proving the message of having a persona, when the author writes. Moore repeatively says there is "no sense of plot." I disagree with the statement. When reading, I think it is easier if the author has a plot and a foundation for the writing. It helps to direct the rest of the story line and stay on the same track. I've always used a plot, so I guess that's all I've learned when writing. I'm used to having a plot and having a five-paragraph format. I like having that because it gives a structure to go off of. However, a five paragraph essay with an introduction and outro could limit the detail and specifics of the subject someone is writing about. In general I like writing essays on personal experiences and stories. I find it easier to write on something personal compared to a prompt you have to analyze and interpret.