How Do You Write A Thesis Statement (High School Students)?
• Understand what a thesis statement in general needs to accomplish. Your thesis needs to express a “considered point of view.” Note that a considered point of view is different from an opinion. Anyone can express an opinion. You can say that you prefer chocolate to vanilla ice cream, to which another can either agree or disagree. This kind of exchange, however, neither leads to further conversation about nor investigation of an issue. Blanket opinions are conversation stoppers. A thesis statement is a conversation starter. • Define your point of view. Once given your assignment, take notes or write in a less structured way (this is called “free writing”) in order to sort out your thoughts on the issue at hand. You may want to create a table listing the pros and cons of two opposing positions before you make your final decision. This will provide you with clarification and perhaps a line of argumentation for the body of your essay. • Write your thesis statement in the form of an organi
