EASY STEPS TO A GREAT THESIS A THESIS STATEMENT CAN BE:  The answer to a question that you have posed  The solution for a problem you have identified.

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EASY STEPS TO A GREAT THESIS

A THESIS STATEMENT CAN BE:  The answer to a question that you have posed  The solution for a problem you have identified  A statement that takes a position on a debatable topic Source: _A Writer's Reference_ by Diana Hacker

GENERAL TIPS ABOUT THESIS STATEMENTS  A statement that contains the essay’s topic and point(s)  Gives the reader a sense of what the essay will be about  Usually comes at the end of the introduction  Most thesis statements are only one sentence  Must be a complete sentence  Everything in the essay must support the thesis.  Introduction paragraph should follow this format: Attention getter (commonly known as a “hook”) Introduce the topic State the thesis

WHAT ARE THE ROLES OF A THESIS? 1. It can assert an argument, explain a topic, and/or analyze an issue. 2. It is specific in presenting the writer's position. 3. It limits both scope and topic of the paper. 4. It captures the reader's interest and focuses that interest on the topic.

KINDS OF THESIS STATEMENTS: PERSUASIVE*  An persuasive paper makes a claim based on opinion, evaluation, or interpretation about a topic and proves this claim with specific evidence.  Persuasive thesis example: High school graduates should be required to take a year off to pursue community service projects before entering college in order to increase their maturity and global awareness. *If you have been asked to argue a point or choose a side on an issue, this is likely the type of thesis you will use. Source:

KINDS OF THESIS STATEMENTS: ANALYTICAL*  An analytical paper breaks the topic down into parts, examines each part, and determines how each part relates to the whole topic.  Analytical thesis example: An analysis of the college admission process reveals one challenge facing counselors: accepting students with high test scores or students with strong extracurricular backgrounds. *If you have been asked to analyze a topic, issue, or reading, this is the type of thesis you should use. Source:

KINDS OF THESIS STATEMENTS: EXPOSITORY*  An expository (explanatory) paper explains something to the audience.  Expository thesis example: The life of the typical college student is characterized by time spent studying, attending class, and socializing with peers. *If you have been asked to narrate a story or explain a process, this is likely the type of thesis you will use. Source:

WAYS OF CONSTRUCTING THESIS STATEMENTS: THE LIST (ESSAY MAP)  Contains essay’s topic, point, and three supporting reasons  Example: “To reduce the number of highway fatalities [topic and point], our country needs [purpose=persuasive] to enforce the national law that designates twenty-one as the legal minimum age to drink, set up check points on major holidays, and take away licenses from convicted drunk drivers [three reasons].”

WAYS OF CONSTRUCTING THESIS STATEMENTS: THE UMBRELLA  Contains essay’s topic, point, and alludes to reasons why the reader should believe you.  Do not directly state the supporting reasons, but instead allude to them.  Example: “Although thought to be humane and necessary, animal testing [topic] for medical and cosmetic purposes does not live up to its promises [point and reasons].”  Do NOT use language like, “There are many reasons people don’t like chocolate ice cream.”

THESIS DON’TS  Announce your thesis: “In this essay, I am going to tell you about Mt. SAC college and why you should go there.” (Side note: Some instructors may encourage this type of statement, and always do what your instructor suggests)  Confuse your reader: Just make sure that the topic and point are clear.  Cannot be a fact: Doesn’t allow you to prove anything because it’s already factual.  Don’t be vague: Words like “good,” “bad,” “right,” and “wrong,” don’t convey specific meaning.  Cannot be a question: “Don’t you think animal testing is inhumane?” Does not give the point of the paper. Leaves it open for readers to fill in the blank.

CREATING A THESIS STATEMENT 1. Determine essay’s topic (what you’re talking about) Example: Pixar’s film Up 2. Determine what kind of paper you are writing and what kind of thesis statement you need to use: analytical, persuasive, or expository. Example: Persuasive=It’s not really a “kid” movie. 3. Determine the way you will construct your thesis: list or umbrella? 4. Put it all together! Example: Pixar’s most recent film, Up, should not be considered a “kid” movie because its character conflicts and main theme of loss are too complex for children to understand.

POSSIBLE THESIS STATEMENTS  List: “Though CWNC may offer rigorous courses, each student can be successful [topic+point] as long as they study, receive tutoring, and meet with their instructors [reasons].”  Umbrella: “CWNC can be a challenging school, but all students can be successful [topic+point].”