Avoid listing arguments without sufficient elaboration. While it is very important that you defend your arguments with examples cited from the relevant works, do not spend too much time merely repeating what you find in those works. Here are a few things to be careful of as you think about style. Try not to repeat a word or phrase within a short space, unless you are doing so for a specific effect. Pay attention to the following grammatical rules.
Every sentence needs a subject and a verb.
Livy wrote history, and he knew Augustus. If you use a participle, be sure it is clear to whom the participle refers. V. Proofread carefully, and use your spell checker. Come to me if I can offer help or advice.