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What is a Thesis?

A thesis statement gives the main point of the paper. It explains what the writer will tell the reader and it is only 1 or 2 sentences. It will also state the writer's position or opinion on the topic.

Writing Effective Thesis Statements
Writing Effective Thesis Statements from Pacific Lutheran University
Tips and Examples for Writing Thesis Statements
Purdue University's Online Writing Lab explains the best practices for writing your thesis statement.
Thesis Statements
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill provides insight into writing your thesis statement.