How to Write a Good Thesis Statement


by Jane Sumerset - Date: 2010-01-19 - Word Count: 512 Share This!

You might think that writing an effective and defensive thesis statement can be easier. For some matter, you're absolutely right. However, it depends upon the terms of the task that was given unto you. There are some techniques that are not necessary or suitable for the paper. All you have to do is to determine if there are any restrictions or limitations about the assignment they hand over to you.

Thesis statement is a single and specific claim that will support your essay. Although, a lot of people might think that a good thesis statement is all about your observation, a question or even a promise, the truth is, it is all about the topic, the precise opinion and the exact reasoning it can give.

Even if it is best to consider thesis ideas before you could read a book, it is better to take a step backward and review it for some ideas after the fact is being stated. You need to take some time to read the book or the topic you are having. Maybe you would ask yourself why your essay should contain a thesis statement.

The reason behind it is that, this will test your ideas by examining them up and extract them into a sentence or maybe two. These ideas should be supported with facts in order for you to use it in any writing or oral arguments you may have. It will serve as to organize and develop your arguments and lastly, to guide your readers about the argument you are having.

Now, still trying to figure what your thesis statement will be? Here's a quick guide to make sure you fashion it in just the right way. Just make sure you avoid confusion and misunderstanding by running it through a capable writing software. The last thing you want is to include grammar mistakes that might make your professors scratch their heads about what you really mean.

A thesis statement makes an assertion. That means you are pushing an opinion, instead of stating a fact or an observation. Saying that "the country is in a recession" is a fact, while stating that "the recession could have been avoided if loans were properly handled" is an assertion.

A thesis statement relays your main idea. Your thesis statement provides an overview to the main premise of your work. It's not a fancy title nor a creative play of words - it's the core message you will be writing about.

A thesis statement takes on a limited focus. Purposely narrowing down your thesis statement means you are concentrating your argument on a particular aspect. This allows you to support it with targeted facts, instead of a general mess of abstract ideas. Keep it to one main point, instead of a number of various points, no matter how related they might seem at this juncture.

A thesis statement takes a strong stand. Thesis statements need to be firm and pointed, instead of a mere announcement of what you will be writing about. It takes a stand by stating a strong opinion that you will look to qualify and support.


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