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Characteristics of a profound thesis statement .  ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
Purpose of the thesis statement ,[object Object]
Placement of the thesis statement Typically, the higher the classroom  level, the more flexibility students have  when deciding the location of the thesis statement.  Two Choices Before the introductory paragraph for developmental students or Embedded in the introductory paragraph for English Composition students  IT IS NOT YOUR INTRODUCTION
Suggestions for creating an effective thesis statement.
A strategy for every writer! ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
Examples of a thesis statement
After reading the following statements, take a moment to determine whether or not the statements presented are in fact thesis statements .
When deciding which college to attend, should one consider tuition cost?
No, this is not a thesis. This statement is in fact a question, and we’ve learned that it is our job as the writer to answer questions for the reader, not ask them.
When determining which college to attend, it is important to consider the cost of tuition.
Yes, this is a statement that contains a topic, states an opinion, presents a clear position, and is researchable.
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Creating a great thesis statement

  • 1.  
  • 2.
  • 3.
  • 4.
  • 5. Placement of the thesis statement Typically, the higher the classroom level, the more flexibility students have when deciding the location of the thesis statement. Two Choices Before the introductory paragraph for developmental students or Embedded in the introductory paragraph for English Composition students IT IS NOT YOUR INTRODUCTION
  • 6. Suggestions for creating an effective thesis statement.
  • 7.
  • 8. Examples of a thesis statement
  • 9. After reading the following statements, take a moment to determine whether or not the statements presented are in fact thesis statements .
  • 10. When deciding which college to attend, should one consider tuition cost?
  • 11. No, this is not a thesis. This statement is in fact a question, and we’ve learned that it is our job as the writer to answer questions for the reader, not ask them.
  • 12. When determining which college to attend, it is important to consider the cost of tuition.
  • 13. Yes, this is a statement that contains a topic, states an opinion, presents a clear position, and is researchable.
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  • 15.