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Building A Thesis Statement

What is a thesis statement?
Thesis - (n.) - a proposition (idea) advanced as an argument

TOPIC + YOUR OPINION(ARGUMENT) = THESIS STATEMENT

Writer -

  • takes a stand
  • offers an opinion or judgement
  • asserts a conclusion
  • answers essential questions
  • expresses a main idea


ROAD MAP TO YOUR PAPER

BUILDING A THESIS -
Here are some questions/activities that may help...

What is your topic in 25 words or less?

Based on your research, answer your essential questions.

What is your main opinion?

What is your strongest argument?

What is your second best argument?

Do you have enough facts to justify your argument?

What is the main argument against your opinion?

SO WHAT? HOW? And WHY? TEST - do you pass?

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Research Process