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The Thesis Statement A Road Map for Your Essay ESSAY Introduction Thesis Statement Body Paragraph #1 Body Paragraph #2 Body Paragraph #3
After you have brainstormed and you have some main ideas of what you would like to write in your essay, you can begin thinking about writing a  thesis statement . Introduction Thesis Statements What’s a  thesis statement ????
  A  thesis statement  is a complete sentence that contains one main idea.  This idea controls the content of the entire essay.  A thesis statement that contains  subpoints  also helps a reader know how the essay will be organized.  Look at the introductory paragraph below.  See if you can identify the  thesis statement  and subpoints . Definition Thesis Statement
When I was young, I always knew that I wanted to become a teacher someday.  When I played, I would often gather my dolls together and pretend to teach them how to do math problems or how to read a book.  As I grew older, my desire to become an ESL teacher became clearer as I did some volunteer teaching overseas and in the United States.  As I look back on my reasons for becoming a teacher, there are three reasons that stand out.  These  are: my love for the English language, my innate interest in how people learn, and my desire to help other people . Definition Thesis Statement The  thesis statement  contains the main idea that controls the content of the essay. Subpoints  in the thesis or nearby help the reader know how the essay will be organized
Psychologists have argued for decades about how a person’s character is formed.  Numerous psychologists believe that one’s birth order (i.e. place in the family as the youngest, oldest, or middle child) has the greatest influence.  I believe birth order can have a significant impact in the formation of a child’s character based on my own experience growing up in a family of four children. Birth order can strongly affect one’s relationship with parents, relationships with others, and how one views responsibility as an adult. Thesis Statement Another Example The  thesis statement  contains the main idea that controls the content of the essay. Subpoints  in the thesis or nearby help the reader know how the essay will be organized
Key Features Thesis Statement states the main idea of the essay in a complete sentence, not in a question. states an opinion or attitude on a topic.  It  doesn’t  just state the topic, itself. is usually at the end of an introduction. often lists subtopics. does not directly announce your main topic.
  Since the thesis statement is the main statement for the entire essay, it should express a complete thought and be a complete sentence. The thesis statement is asserting an opinion or idea, so it should not be a question.  Look at the examples below to see how they can be made into thesis statements. Key Features Main Idea in a Complete Sentence
Key Features Main Idea in a Complete Sentence The sport of cross-country running has allowed me  to get in better shape and meet some interesting people. Being a teacher is a great profession because it allows me to work with students and be creative. Thesis Statement Thesis Statement The sport of cross-country running. Why do I want to be a teacher? This is not a complete sentence. This is a question, not a statement.
Readers like to know what an essay will be about near the beginning of the essay rather than at the end.  This is why the thesis statement is often found at the end of the introductory paragraph. Key Features Location
Key Features Location For most of my life I have lived with bad health, smelly clothes, and a chronic cough.  My children and husband begged me to stop the habit that caused these conditions, but I couldn’t.  The habit of smoking had wrapped its addicting arms around me and was slowly strangling me until one day I realized I had to stop.  This realization came after three terrifying events occurred in my family. The  thesis statement  comes at the end of the introductory paragraph.  This sentence tells the reader that he/she can expect to read about the events that caused the author to stop smoking in the rest of the essay.
  Good thesis statements often express a writer’s opinion or attitude on a particular topic. This makes the thesis statement more specific and requires the writer to explain or prove his/her opinion in the essay.  Look at the examples below. Key Features States an Opinion or Attitude
Key Features States an Opinion or Attitude I learned to play many musical instruments when I was young. This would not be considered a good thesis statement because it is only expressing a fact.  It doesn’t give the writer’s opinion or attitude on playing musical instruments.  This thesis statement doesn’t give the writer very much to explain or prove in his/her essay. Learning to play many musical instruments when I was young helped me to become a more intelligent and well-rounded person. This thesis statement is much better because it expresses how the writer feels about the experience of learning to play musical instruments.  This thesis statement requires the writer to explain how and why playing a musical instrument made him/her a better person.
  You can make your thesis statement more specific by including subtopics or supporting ideas.  By doing this, you give your reader a clear idea of what will follow in the body paragraphs of your essay. Key Features Subtopics
Key Features Subtopics The large influx of people to California has had major effects on the state. No subtopics are named in this thesis statement. The large influx of people to California has had major effects on the ability of the state to provide housing, electricity, and jobs for all residents. This statement names three subtopics.  Can you find all of the subtopics? subtopic #1 subtopic #2 subtopic #3
  In thesis statements, you should avoid using statements like, “This essay will discuss…” or “ I’m going to write about…”  Try to write a thesis statement that captures your reader’s attention without  announcing  your main topic and stating the obvious.  Look at the examples below. Key Features Don’t State the Obvious
Key Features Don’t State the Obvious In this essay, I am going to discuss the effects of long-term drug abuse. Long-term drug use can have disastrous effects on one’s marriage, career, and health.
Key Features Review states the main idea of the essay in a complete sentence, not in a question. states an opinion or attitude on a topic.  It  doesn’t  just state the topic, itself. is usually at the end of an introduction. often lists subtopics. does not directly announce your main topic.

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Powerpoint on THESIS

  • 1. The Thesis Statement A Road Map for Your Essay ESSAY Introduction Thesis Statement Body Paragraph #1 Body Paragraph #2 Body Paragraph #3
  • 2. After you have brainstormed and you have some main ideas of what you would like to write in your essay, you can begin thinking about writing a thesis statement . Introduction Thesis Statements What’s a thesis statement ????
  • 3. A thesis statement is a complete sentence that contains one main idea. This idea controls the content of the entire essay. A thesis statement that contains subpoints also helps a reader know how the essay will be organized. Look at the introductory paragraph below. See if you can identify the thesis statement and subpoints . Definition Thesis Statement
  • 4. When I was young, I always knew that I wanted to become a teacher someday. When I played, I would often gather my dolls together and pretend to teach them how to do math problems or how to read a book. As I grew older, my desire to become an ESL teacher became clearer as I did some volunteer teaching overseas and in the United States. As I look back on my reasons for becoming a teacher, there are three reasons that stand out. These are: my love for the English language, my innate interest in how people learn, and my desire to help other people . Definition Thesis Statement The thesis statement contains the main idea that controls the content of the essay. Subpoints in the thesis or nearby help the reader know how the essay will be organized
  • 5. Psychologists have argued for decades about how a person’s character is formed. Numerous psychologists believe that one’s birth order (i.e. place in the family as the youngest, oldest, or middle child) has the greatest influence. I believe birth order can have a significant impact in the formation of a child’s character based on my own experience growing up in a family of four children. Birth order can strongly affect one’s relationship with parents, relationships with others, and how one views responsibility as an adult. Thesis Statement Another Example The thesis statement contains the main idea that controls the content of the essay. Subpoints in the thesis or nearby help the reader know how the essay will be organized
  • 6. Key Features Thesis Statement states the main idea of the essay in a complete sentence, not in a question. states an opinion or attitude on a topic. It doesn’t just state the topic, itself. is usually at the end of an introduction. often lists subtopics. does not directly announce your main topic.
  • 7. Since the thesis statement is the main statement for the entire essay, it should express a complete thought and be a complete sentence. The thesis statement is asserting an opinion or idea, so it should not be a question. Look at the examples below to see how they can be made into thesis statements. Key Features Main Idea in a Complete Sentence
  • 8. Key Features Main Idea in a Complete Sentence The sport of cross-country running has allowed me to get in better shape and meet some interesting people. Being a teacher is a great profession because it allows me to work with students and be creative. Thesis Statement Thesis Statement The sport of cross-country running. Why do I want to be a teacher? This is not a complete sentence. This is a question, not a statement.
  • 9. Readers like to know what an essay will be about near the beginning of the essay rather than at the end. This is why the thesis statement is often found at the end of the introductory paragraph. Key Features Location
  • 10. Key Features Location For most of my life I have lived with bad health, smelly clothes, and a chronic cough. My children and husband begged me to stop the habit that caused these conditions, but I couldn’t. The habit of smoking had wrapped its addicting arms around me and was slowly strangling me until one day I realized I had to stop. This realization came after three terrifying events occurred in my family. The thesis statement comes at the end of the introductory paragraph. This sentence tells the reader that he/she can expect to read about the events that caused the author to stop smoking in the rest of the essay.
  • 11. Good thesis statements often express a writer’s opinion or attitude on a particular topic. This makes the thesis statement more specific and requires the writer to explain or prove his/her opinion in the essay. Look at the examples below. Key Features States an Opinion or Attitude
  • 12. Key Features States an Opinion or Attitude I learned to play many musical instruments when I was young. This would not be considered a good thesis statement because it is only expressing a fact. It doesn’t give the writer’s opinion or attitude on playing musical instruments. This thesis statement doesn’t give the writer very much to explain or prove in his/her essay. Learning to play many musical instruments when I was young helped me to become a more intelligent and well-rounded person. This thesis statement is much better because it expresses how the writer feels about the experience of learning to play musical instruments. This thesis statement requires the writer to explain how and why playing a musical instrument made him/her a better person.
  • 13. You can make your thesis statement more specific by including subtopics or supporting ideas. By doing this, you give your reader a clear idea of what will follow in the body paragraphs of your essay. Key Features Subtopics
  • 14. Key Features Subtopics The large influx of people to California has had major effects on the state. No subtopics are named in this thesis statement. The large influx of people to California has had major effects on the ability of the state to provide housing, electricity, and jobs for all residents. This statement names three subtopics. Can you find all of the subtopics? subtopic #1 subtopic #2 subtopic #3
  • 15. In thesis statements, you should avoid using statements like, “This essay will discuss…” or “ I’m going to write about…” Try to write a thesis statement that captures your reader’s attention without announcing your main topic and stating the obvious. Look at the examples below. Key Features Don’t State the Obvious
  • 16. Key Features Don’t State the Obvious In this essay, I am going to discuss the effects of long-term drug abuse. Long-term drug use can have disastrous effects on one’s marriage, career, and health.
  • 17. Key Features Review states the main idea of the essay in a complete sentence, not in a question. states an opinion or attitude on a topic. It doesn’t just state the topic, itself. is usually at the end of an introduction. often lists subtopics. does not directly announce your main topic.