Writing Thesis Statements

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What is a thesis statement?

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A thesis statement is a sentence that clearly expresses the main idea or argument of an essay.

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What makes a strong thesis statement?

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A strong thesis statement presents a clear position and includes reasons that support that position.

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What should a thesis statement avoid?

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A thesis statement should avoid vague language, personal pronouns like 'I' or 'my', and stating that the paper will discuss a topic.

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What is the purpose of a thesis statement?

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The purpose of a thesis statement is to explain what your essay will be about and guide the reader's understanding.

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What is an argumentative essay?

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An argumentative essay is a type of writing that aims to convince the reader of a particular viewpoint.

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What should a thesis statement include?

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A thesis statement should include the main argument and the reasons that support it.

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Why should you avoid using 'I' in a thesis statement?

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Using 'I' makes the thesis subjective; a thesis should be an objective statement of the argument.

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What is the difference between a thesis statement and a topic sentence?

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A thesis statement presents the main argument of the entire essay, while a topic sentence introduces the main idea of a specific paragraph.

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What is a weak thesis statement?

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A weak thesis statement is vague, lacks direction, or presents a neutral stance without a clear argument.

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How can you improve a thesis statement?

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You can improve a thesis statement by making it more specific, clear, and argumentative.