english lit&lang help. +rep

[Glitter]

Basically my english teacher wasn't in today, so set us some work.
I've got to write a discussion on this question:

Comepare the two texts, showing how they reflect differences and similarities between talk in life and talk in literature, including the relationship between context and purpose, and the ways in which speakers' attitudes and values are conveyed.

I'm alright with the question... It's just the 'discussion' part. I have no idea what a discussion is.. apparently we did it last term, but i literally have no idea what to do.

So yeah, what is a discussion and how do I write it on that question?

[FlyingJesus]

I'll give you a hint: in a discussion people tend to have differing views.

[Glitter]

I'll give you a hint: in a discussion people tend to have differing views.

yeah i guessed that thomas dear, but how can people have differing views in that question when its pretty much demanding straight up fact!

[FlyingJesus]

Just use words like "conversely" and then say the total opposite of what you've just written, as long as it makes sense it'll look good

[kuzkasate]

Take both sides of it. A bit like for and against.

[Adamm]

Lol is it Robert Frost by any chance :rolleyes::rolleyes: