The document discusses the key features and purpose of a thesis statement. It defines a thesis statement as a complete sentence that contains the main idea of an entire essay. A good thesis statement is located at the end of an introduction, states an opinion rather than just a topic, and often includes subtopics to signal how the essay will be organized. The document provides examples of strong and weak thesis statements and reviews the essential characteristics of an effective thesis statement.
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2. Introduction
Thesis Statements
After you have brainstormed and you have some main
ideas of what you would like to write in your essay, you can
begin thinking about writing a thesis statement.
What’s a thesis
statement????
3. Definition
Thesis Statement
A thesis statement is a complete sentence
that contains one main idea. This idea controls
the content of the entire essay. A thesis
statement that contains subpoints also helps a
reader know how the essay will be organized.
Look at the introductory paragraph below. See
if you can identify the thesis statement and
subpoints.
4. Definition
Thesis Statement
When I was young, I always knew that I wanted to
become a teacher someday. When I played, I would often
gather my dolls together and pretend to teach them how
to do math problems or how to read a book. As I grew
older, my desire to become an ESL teacher became
clearer as I did some volunteer teaching overseas and in
the United States. As I look back on my reasons for
becoming a teacher, there are three reasons that stand
out. They are: my love for the English language, my
innate interest in how people learn, and my desire to help
other people .
The thesis statement
contains the main idea
that controls the content
of the essay.
Subpoints in the thesis
or nearby help the
reader know how the
essay will be organized
5. Thesis Statement
Another Example
Psychologists have argued for decades about how a
person’s character is formed. Numerous psychologists
believe that one’s birth order (i.e. place in the family
as the youngest, oldest, or middle child) has the
greatest influence. I believe birth order can have a
significant impact in the formation of a child’s
character based on my own experience growing up in a
family of four children. Birth order can strongly affect
one’s relationship with parents, relationships with
others, and how one views responsibility as an adult.
The thesis statement
contains the main idea
that controls the content
of the essay.
Subpoints in the thesis
or nearby help the
reader know how the
essay will be organized
6. Key Features
Thesis Statement
states the main idea of the essay in a complete
sentence, not in a question.
is usually at the end of an introduction.
states an opinion or attitude on a topic. It doesn’t
just state the topic, itself.
often lists subtopics.
does not directly announce your main topic.
7. Key Features
Main Idea in a Complete Sentence
Since the thesis statement is the main
statement for the entire essay, it should express
a complete thought and be a complete sentence.
The thesis statement is asserting an opinion or
idea, so it should not be a question. Look at the
examples below to see how they can be made
into thesis statements.
8. Key Features
Main Idea in a Complete Sentence
The sport of cross-country running.
This is not a complete
sentence.
The sport of cross-country running has allowed me
to get in better shape and meet some interesting
people.
Why do I want to be a teacher?
Thesis
Statement
This is a question, not a
statement.
Being a teacher is a great profession, because it
allows me to work with students and be
creative.
Thesis
Statement
9. A Complete Sentence
Another Example
The problem of pollution in big cities.
This is not a complete
sentence.
The problem of pollution in major cities can be
alleviated by limiting the number of cars allowed to
drive on city streets and creating more efficient public
transportation systems.
Thesis
Statement
This is a question, not a
statement.
Thesis
Statement
10. Key Features
Location
English readers like to know what an essay
will be about near the beginning of the essay
rather than at the end. This is why the thesis
statement is often found at the end of the
introductory paragraph.
11. Key Features
Location
For most of my life I have lived with bad health,
smelly clothes, and a chronic cough. My children and
husband begged me to stop the habit that caused
these conditions, but I couldn’t. The habit of smoking
had wrapped its addicting arms around me and was
slowly strangling me until one day I realized I had to
stop. This realization came after three terrifying
events occurred in my family.
The thesis statement comes at the end of
the introductory paragraph. This sentence tells
the reader that he/she can expect to read
about the events that caused the author to stop
smoking in the rest of the essay.
12. Location
Another Example
Maya Angelou is an accomplished African-American author
in the United States. While growing up, she suffered
tremendous hardship. Some of her most difficult life events
are portrayed in novels and poems such as, I Know Why the
Caged Bird Sings, and, Still I Rise. Her written works often
include strong themes such as perseverance through trials,
love for family, and passionate optimism.
The thesis statement comes at the end of
the introductory paragraph. This sentence tells
the reader that he/she can expect to read more
about how Maya Angelou expresses these
themes in her writing.
13. Key Features
States an Opinion or Attitude
Good thesis statements often express a
writer’s opinion or attitude on a particular topic.
This makes the thesis statement more specific
and requires the writer to explain or prove
his/her opinion in the essay. Look at the
examples below.
14. Key Features
States an Opinion or Attitude
I learned to play many musical
instruments when I was young.
This would not be
considered a good thesis
statement because it is only
expressing a fact. It doesn’t
give the writer’s opinion or
attitude on playing musical
instruments. This thesis
statement doesn’t give the
writer very much to explain
or prove in his/her essay.
Learning to play many musical
instruments when I was young
helped me to become a more
intelligent and well-rounded person.
This thesis statement is
much better because it
expresses how the writer
feels about the experience
of learning to play musical
instruments. This thesis
statement requires the
writer to explain how and
why playing a musical
instrument made him/her
a better person.
15. An Opinion or Attitude
Another Example
Cancun is a popular vacation
spot in Mexico.
Cancun is one of the best
vacation spots in Mexico
because of its comfortable
climate and proximity to some
well-known archeological
sites.
This would not be considered a
good thesis statement, because it
is only expressing a fact. It
doesn’t reflect the writer’s opinion
or attitude on Cancun. This thesis
statement doesn’t give the writer
very much to explain or prove in
his/her essay.
This thesis statement is much
better because it expresses how
the writer feels about Cancun.
This thesis statement requires the
writer to explain how and why
going to Cancun is a good choice
for visitors.
16. Key Features
Subtopics
You can make your thesis statement more
specific by including subtopics or supporting
ideas. By doing this, you give your reader a
clear idea of what will follow in the body
paragraphs of your essay.
17. Key Features
Subtopics
The large influx of people to California has had major effects on the state.
No subtopics are named in this thesis statement.
subtopic #2
The large influx of people to California has had major effects on the ability of
the state to provide housing, electricity, and jobs for all residents.
subtopic #1
subtopic #3
This statement names three subtopics.
Can you find all of the subtopics?
18. Subtopics
Another Example
Inner-city public schools grapple with some serious problems.
No subtopics are named in this thesis statement.
subtopic #1
subtopic #2
Some of the most serious problems in today’s inner-city public schools are
the overcrowded classrooms, the low percentage of trained teachers, and the
lack of resources such as textbooks for students.
subtopic #3
This statement names three subtopics.
Can you find all of the subtopics?
19. Key Features
Don’t State the Obvious
In thesis statements, you should avoid using
statements like, “This essay will discuss…” or
“I’m going to write about…”. Try to write a
thesis statement that captures your reader’s
attention without announcing your main topic
and stating the obvious. Look at the examples
below.
20. Key Features
Don’t State the Obvious
In this essay, I am going to discuss
the effects of long-term drug abuse.
Long-term drug use can have
disastrous effects on one’s marriage,
career, and health.
21. Don’t State the Obvious
Another Example
This essay will discuss some ways
teachers can fight teenage drug abuse.
Teachers can fight teenage drug
abuse by educating young people on its
dangers and by being good role models.
22. Key Features
Review
states the main idea of the essay in a complete
sentence, not in a question.
is usually at the end of an introduction.
states an opinion or attitude on a topic. It doesn’t
just state the topic, itself.
often lists subtopics.
does not directly announce your main topic.
23. Practice Exercises
Now, you are ready to practice what you’ve learned. Click on
the button below to go back to Unit B. Complete the
Interactive Review and Exercise 1.