ESB Essay Writing Competition: Comparing fighters from different eras

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  1. Manassa

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    I don't completely understand the question, could you elaborate?
     
  2. Decebal

    Decebal Lucian Bute Full Member

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    Ok...you need to use your logical mind to unpeel it, before answering...it is a philosophy question, really...

    First of all, you have to decide whether you agree that comparisons between fighters from different eras are indeed unwarranted. Then you have to decide whether, even if they are unwarranted, it follows that such comparisons cannot reasonably be made. You should also explore whether the fact that they might be warranted might not in fact allow for reasonable comparison. There, that's all the angles. Boxing knowledge usefull but not necessary.
     
  3. Manassa

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    'Unwarranted' - what does this mean in relation to the essay?

    What happens if I go over 250 words?
     
  4. Shake

    Shake Boxing Addict Full Member

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    A manticore will devour you.
     
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  5. Decebal

    Decebal Lucian Bute Full Member

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    Reason I said 250 is because I value economy of language. I don't want a wolly, long-winded answer. 250 or thereabouts should be sufficient for a good answer.

    http://www.thefreedictionary.com/unwarranted
     
  6. Decebal

    Decebal Lucian Bute Full Member

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    :lol: I like your justification!
     
  7. McGrain

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    This is my favourite entery, though this guy is probably I Am Legend.

    With a better avatar.
     
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  8. Manassa

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    Okay, I'm all for it. What is the subject?
     
  9. Decebal

    Decebal Lucian Bute Full Member

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    "Comparisons between fighters from different eras are unwarranted, and, as such, cannot reasonably be made."

    ...my patience knows no bounds!
     
  10. Manassa

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    What are you talking about?
     
  11. Decebal

    Decebal Lucian Bute Full Member

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    About what I am talking.
     
  12. Manassa

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    Well I don't understand you. What do you want me to write about?
     
  13. Decebal

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    "Comparisons between fighters from different eras are unwarranted, and, as such, cannot reasonably be made."

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  14. Manassa

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    I feel almost guilty :lol:
     
  15. Decebal

    Decebal Lucian Bute Full Member

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    Don't get over yourself, mate...I let you have one or two over, as I was mean to you before.:smooch