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Finding focus in your writing

Finding focus in your writing

Finding your focus �Start with a general topic, then narrow to something manageable �Examine

Finding your focus �Start with a general topic, then narrow to something manageable �Examine from one angle or perspective �Summarize in one sentence

Finding your thesis �A thesis statement is a single sentence that identifies your central

Finding your thesis �A thesis statement is a single sentence that identifies your central idea �Express what you want to explore or explain in your essay �It sets the tone and direction for your writing

What is a thesis? A manageable topic + A specific claim An effective thesis

What is a thesis? A manageable topic + A specific claim An effective thesis statement .

Finding thesis �Bicycles �Dangers of bike riding �Recreational vehicles �Bike riding in the city

Finding thesis �Bicycles �Dangers of bike riding �Recreational vehicles �Bike riding in the city is a dangerous activity

Finding thesis �Retail companies �Supermarkets �Dealing with customers �Working in a supermarket �I’ve learned

Finding thesis �Retail companies �Supermarkets �Dealing with customers �Working in a supermarket �I’ve learned how to handle unpleasant supermarket customers.

Avoid ‘announcements’ Stay away from statements like: �The subject of this paper will be

Avoid ‘announcements’ Stay away from statements like: �The subject of this paper will be my parents.

Avoid ‘announcements’ Stay away from statements like: �The subject of this paper will be

Avoid ‘announcements’ Stay away from statements like: �The subject of this paper will be my parents. Instead, try statements like: �My parents each struggled with personal demons.

Avoid ‘announcements’ �Stay away from statements like: �I want to talk about the time

Avoid ‘announcements’ �Stay away from statements like: �I want to talk about the time I missed the game-winning goal.

Avoid ‘announcements’ �Instead, try statements like: �On the day I missed the game-winning goal,

Avoid ‘announcements’ �Instead, try statements like: �On the day I missed the game-winning goal, I found out something important about myself.

Avoid general statements Stay away from general statements like: �Insects are fascinating creatures.

Avoid general statements Stay away from general statements like: �Insects are fascinating creatures.

Avoid general statements Stay away from general statements like: �Insects are fascinating creatures. Instead,

Avoid general statements Stay away from general statements like: �Insects are fascinating creatures. Instead, try to be specific: �Strength, organization, and communication make the ant one of nature’s most successful insects.

A thesis statement is not �A title �An announcement �A statement of fact

A thesis statement is not �A title �An announcement �A statement of fact

A thesis statement is not �A title: �Speaking Out

A thesis statement is not �A title: �Speaking Out

A thesis statement is not �A title: �Speaking Out �An announcement: �This essay will

A thesis statement is not �A title: �Speaking Out �An announcement: �This essay will discuss a time when I could have spoken out but did not.

A thesis statement is not �A title: �Speaking Out �An announcement: �This essay will

A thesis statement is not �A title: �Speaking Out �An announcement: �This essay will discuss a time when I could have spoken out but did not. �A statement of fact: �Once I saw someone cheating and did not speak out.

Try this: �Thesis: �As I look back at the cheating I witnessed, I wonder

Try this: �Thesis: �As I look back at the cheating I witnessed, I wonder why I kept silent and what would have happened if I had acted.

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