Strong Thesis Statements
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The document provides guidance on writing a strong thesis statement, including that it should take a stand on the topic, justify a discussion, express a single main idea, and be specific. It discusses elements of a good thesis statement and provides examples to determine if thesis statements are good or poor. A good thesis statement makes an argument rather than just stating a topic, purpose, or question.
Strong Thesis Statements
- 1. Strong Thesis Statements “ In this paper, I am going to tell you my opinion of the things that are going on in the world of television in the modern day world.” And your point is?
- 2. Thesis Statement Elements Controlling Thought What is my topic? How do I feel about it? What is important about it? Thesis Statement Combine the two components of a controlling thought into a concise sentence.
- 3. What is a thesis statement? It is a complete sentence that expresses your position on a given topic. It narrows down your topic to a specific focus of investigation. It establishes a direction for the entire paper, especially if it consists of sub-parts. It points forward to the conclusion. It is always stated in your introduction.
- 4. Strong Thesis Statements Take a Stand Justify a Discussion Express One Main Idea Are Specific
- 5. Take A Stand Consider: There are some negative and positive aspects to the Banana Herb Tea Supplement. Verses: Because Banana Herb Tea Supplement promotes rapid weight loss that results in the loss of muscle and lean body mass, it poses a potential danger to customers.
- 6. Justify a Discussion Consider: My family is an extended family. Verses: While most American families would view consanguineal marriage as a threat to the nuclear family structure, many Iranian families believe that these marriages help reinforce kinship ties in an extended family.
- 7. Express One Main Idea Consider: Companies need to exploit the marketing potential of the Internet, and web pages can provide both advertising and customer support. Verses: Because the Internet is filled with tremendous marketing potential, companies should exploit this potential by using web pages that offer both advertising and customer support.
- 8. Are Specific Consider: World hunger has many causes and effects. Verses: Hunger persists in Appalachia because jobs are scarce and farming in the infertile soil is rarely profitable.
- 9. What is not a thesis statement? A thesis is never a question; it could be the answer to a question. A thesis is not a statement of purpose. A thesis is not simply a topic.
- 10. Determine whether the following is a good or poor thesis statement What are the causes of violence? Poor A thesis statement is not a question!
- 11. Determine whether the following is a good or poor thesis statement The purpose of my paper is to identify the causes of violence. Poor A thesis is not a statement of purpose!
- 12. Determine whether the following is a good or poor thesis statement The education system in the U.S. Poor A thesis statement is not just a topic!
- 13. Determine whether the following is a good or poor thesis statement Teen pregnancy can be reduced with good education, parental support, and birth control. Yes, a thesis statement reflects a position!
- 14. Determine whether the following is a good or poor thesis statement I would like to discuss how teachers and students can develop better relationships. Poor A thesis is not a statement of purpose!
- 15. Determine whether the following is a good or poor thesis statement Why are there so many high school drop outs in the U.S.? Poor A thesis statement is not a question!
- 16. Determine whether the following is a good or poor thesis statement Grades should be eliminated because they cause anxiety and put unnecessary pressure on students. Yes, a thesis statement reflects a position!
- 17. Determine whether the following is a good or poor thesis statement Honesty and trust in the classroom. Poor A thesis statement is not just a topic!
- 18. Determine whether the following is a good or poor thesis statement Honesty and trust play an important role in successful teacher-student relationships. Yes, a thesis statement reflects a position!
- 19. Determine whether the following is a good or poor thesis statement The increase of cheating in our classrooms. Poor A thesis statement is not just a topic!
- 20. Determine whether the following is a good or poor thesis statement What can be done to reduce violence in schools? Who is to blame-- the parents, the schools, or society in general? Poor A thesis statement is not a question!
- 21. Determine whether the following is a good or poor thesis statement Essay writing is a process that can be learned, but it takes time, patience, and hard work. Yes, a thesis statement reflects a position!
- 22. Slides 9-22 created by Vivian Sinou of Purdue University . Just remember, the thesis must reflect a position that can be supported.