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Crafting a Strong Thesis Statement: Essential Tips and Examples

Learn what a thesis statement is and how to create one for your expository essay. Understand its purpose and what it should not be. Discover examples and guidelines for developing an effective thesis statement that focuses your paper.

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Crafting a Strong Thesis Statement: Essential Tips and Examples

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  1. The…Thesis Statement What is it? It’s a sentence/statement that clearly establishes the Main Idea of an expository essay. It is usually one sentence placed in the introductory paragraph. Gives the paper a direct focus

  2. What it is NOT! • A simple statement of fact. Ex: Sugar is sweet • This is a fact that cannot be proven otherwise, therefore there is no need to argue it. However……. Ex: Sugar is a sweet substance that is actually not as bad for you as many people might think. • This is a statement that, with enough support, can certainly be proven.

  3. Thesis or Not? • There are many different breeds of dogs in the world. • The state of Texas has several professional sports teams. • Golden Retrievers are the best dogs for children because they are friendly, loyal, and obedient. • People should eat a healthy, balanced diet. • Long is one of the best schools in CFB because of it’s advanced use of technology. • Dan F. Long is a Middle School in Carrollton, Tx.

  4. How to come up with a good thesis statement • First decide on an overall topic Ex: Breeds of Dogs, Exercise, Desserts, Sports Teams, the iphone5 • Ask yourself “What about my topic do I want to prove? AND….Do I have enough evidence to support my claim? Ex: Golden Retrievers are the best breed of dog for children because they are loyal and obedient. Ex: The iphone5 is better than the Android because it’s faster and has more apps.

  5. Be Careful Though….. • This is NOT YOUR OPINION!! • DON’T use “I believe or I think” • Essay should be written in 3rd person POV

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