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Chapter 3 -
Thesis statements
Introductions
Conclusions
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On a sheet of paper, briefly explain which of thefollowing items presents the most difficulty
for you as a writer.
Thesis statements
Introductions Conclusions
Where do you stand?
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What is a thesis statement?
A one- or two-sentence summary of a paper’s
content Serves as an assertion about essay’s content
Highlights all main topics covered in essay
What is its purpose?
It establishes a focus
Establishes a basis on which to include or
exclude information Forecasts author’s discussion
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What are the components of a thesis statement?
Makes an assertion/claim about essay topic Don’t be wishy -washy!
Specific
Don’t be too broad!
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What is a working thesis?
Hypothesis about topic or a claim intended tobe made
After drafting, success of working thesis can beevaluated
Working thesis statements CHANGE!
What is its purpose?
Help guide research If unable to prove through research, must
change and alter this assertion
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Name and describe three types of thesis statements.
Explanatory thesis
Used as a call for information, not analysis Fuel-cell technology has emerged as a
promising approach to developing energy-efficient vehicles.
Mildly argumentative thesis
Used in reports, some analysis and judgment
To reduce our dependence on nonrenewable fossil fuel, the federal government shouldencourage the development of fuel-cell vehicles.
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Name and describe three types of thesis
statements.
Strongly argumentative thesis Used as a call for information, analysis, and
a firm point of view
The federal government should subsidizethe development of fuel-cell vehicles as well as the hydrogen infrastructure neededto support them; otherwise, the United
States will be increasingly vulnerable torecession and other economic dislocationsresulting from our dependence on thecontinued flow of foreign oil.
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Drafting Thesis Statements In groups Create a topic (circus, driving, college????)
Write three theses on the topic: explanatory,
mildly argumentative, strongly argumentative
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What are some strategies for writing introductions?
Quotation
Give quote and explain how it elucidates topicHillary Rodham Clinton once said that “There cannot
be true democracy unless women’s voices are heard”(BrainyQuotes). In 2006, when Nancy Pelosi became
the nations’ first female Speaker of the House, one woman’s voice rang out clear. With this development,democracy grew to its truest level ever in terms of
women’s equality. The historical event also paved the way for Senator Clinton as she warmed her own vocal
chords in preparation for a presidential race.
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What are some strategies for writing introductions?
Historical Review
Background info so that reader can follow issue Review of a Controversy
Like historical, but shows why issue is debated
From General to Specific
Takes reader from what they know to more detailedinfo leading to essay’s specific topic
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What are some strategies for writing introductions?
Anecdote and Illustration
Funny, touching, or otherwise appropriate story Yesterday morning, he watched as his older sister left
for school with a bright white glob of toothpastegleaming on her chin. He felt no regret at all until...
Question Ask simple question that isn’t all that simple to
answer
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What are some techniques
that the book neglected to
mention?
StatisticsDefinition
Concession (acknowledgingdifferent argument/approach)
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Intro format suggestion
Opener
Background information
Thesis statement
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What are some strategies for writing conclusions?
Statement of subject’s significance
How essay applies to greater world Call for further research
What needs to still be considered (often done inscientific essays)
Solution/recommendation
Essays about problems/controversy can give whatshould be done
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What are some strategies for writing conclusions?
Anecdote
Tell a story so that readers discover significance toanother source
Quotation
Helps gain authority and credibility
Question
Calls on readers to assume an active role by offeringtheir own answers
Speculation Get the reader thinking about possibilities
Consider what might happen as well as what hashappened
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What are some strategies for writing conclusions?
Anecdote
Tell a story so that readers discover significance toanother source
Quotation
Helps gain authority and credibility
Question
Calls on readers to assume an active role by offeringtheir own answers
Speculation Get the reader thinking about possibilities
Consider what might happen as well as what hashappened
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What are some techniques
that the book neglected to
mention?
StatisticsDefinition
Concession (acknowledgingdifferent argument/approach)
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Conclusion format suggestion
Summarize points
Restate thesis
Final thought
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For Thursday...
Read Chapter 7 (pgs. 196-232, 235-238)