REPORTING AND THESIS WRITING
THESIS WRITING
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Question
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Which of the following is a major component of any thesis?
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making a claim
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providing an amusing anecdote
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being at least three sentences
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only providing facts
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Topic – what the essay is about. Angle – your idea about the topic. This second part, your idea/insight/claim/argument about a topic, is the important characteristic in creating a thesis sentence for a college essay.
Detailed explanation-2: -Arguability. A thesis statement must present a relevant and specific argument. A factual statement is generally not considered arguable. A thesis statement should contain an opinion or point of view that can be supported with evidence.
Detailed explanation-3: -The three main components of a thesis statement are: A topic, an opinion or assertion, and general supporting examples.
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