Eng 102 Thesis Intro Conclusion FA15

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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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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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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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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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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)

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Eng 102 Thesis Intro Conclusion FA15