Swales has 6 defining characteristics that he uses to describe discourse communities. In your primary response, discuss one or two characteristics that you can understand clearly What is notable or makes sense about these characteristics? Provide an example that demonstrates your understanding of these characteristics. Next, discuss one or two characteristics that is confusing? What is confusing about this or these characteristics?
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