Thesis Statement
A successful thesis statement is one paragraph.
False. A thesis is usually one sentence.
Thesis or thesis statement
Clear statement of a paper's purpose; what the writer wants to persuade the reader to understand or believe.
A thesis statement is usually a question.
False. A thesis is a statement, not a question.
The thesis is the writer's opinion on a topic.
False. The thesis is the writer's argument of a particular position on a topic based on research. Opinions are not necessarily based on research.
Purpose of a thesis statement
Provides the reader with a controlling idea that puts the rest of the essay in context. It also helps the writer to compose and revise the essay.
Common errors to avoid when writing a thesis are simple statements of fact, announcements, and broad, general opinions.
True!
Simple statements of fact are not thesis statements because they do not take a position or suggest a direction for the writing.
True!
The purpose of writing is to persuade the reader to agree with the thesis; therefore, the writer needs to present evidence that supports the thesis.
True!
Three parts of a thesis: 1. Topic; 2. Defensible claim; 3. Line of reasoning with supporting evidence.
True!
To find the thesis statement, look for the sentence that best explains what the essay will be about.
True!
Location of a thesis statement
Usually at the end of the first paragraph.