What is a thesis statement?
- A thesis statement is an arguable assertion.
- A thesis statement is the position you take on a topic.
- A thesis statement is not a statement of the obvious.
- A thesis statement is an assertion you can prove or strongly support within the space allotted for your essay.
A checklist for thesis statements:
- Does my thesis clearly suggest my position and the argument I will develop concerning a specific topic?
- Is my thesis more than a title, a statement of fact, an announcement of my subject, or a personal opinion?
- Does my thesis pass the duh test?
- Can I prove my thesis with evidence (specific examples or facts)?