Need help writing thesis?
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A lot of times, a thesis for a liberal-arts paper (lit, history, whatever) is more like the paper's theme or main point than, like in science, the hypothesis you're trying to prove.  Maybe instead of setting out to prove such-and-such about African American inventors, you should just say to yourself, I'd like to learn about this, and let the research itself lead you to your thesis.  \n\nI bet it's going to be tough to find a lot on pre-Civil War African American inventors.  Not that you shouldn't write the paper, because you should!, but maybe stop trying to find a such a large, national thesis.  You could talk about, for example, the impact such inventors had on the abolition of slavery, or the emergence of more inventors in the North, or how the tension of slavery affected their work.  See what you find out about the inventors themselves, and then look at their lives and see what themes or events or problems affected all of them.  That's where your thesis will be.\n\nDo you need to come up with the thesis separate from the paper?  I know some teachers do that, to teach writing a paper as a step-by-step process, but those teachers will generally allow the thesis to grow and change as you learn more about your topic.  So if you need to hand something in, it could be something like "Pre-Civil War African American inventors contributed to society", or something really basic, and then refine it as you do your research.  If you don't have to hand in a separate thesis, then stop stressing about it and figure it out along the way.\n\nhttp://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Category:African_American_inventors
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Well..I suggest you log off of YA right away. Begin working immediately on your thesis.\nHope that helps.
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take a piece of paper and a pen. BRAINSTORM! write down whatever comes out of your mind breifly.it has to take at least one full hour. then collect and start writing ur essay: 3-4 paragraphs;1 for Introduction/ main idea/ thesis statement, 1-2 for body paragraphs, and 1 for conclusion.\nGood luck.
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I would love to help you. Along with your essay, make a small project like a tree, and how each BRANCH(get it) works. Unfortunatly, You waited until last minute. I have done that; it is not the way to go
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Yes.  But, I'll bet that is not the answer you wanted.  Thesis writing is all about asking well formed questions and researching valid answers.  Below is a link for thesis writing.  Good luck!
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Write about something that interests you.  It's a lot easier to do research on something that you like.  Especially for a thesis that takes so much time to complete.
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Do your own homework!!!  Come on here expecting someone to write your essay for you!!!!?????
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I agree with Dinner Time; the thesis must be your own.  I am currently teaching thesis statements to my classes and I've been very frank that a "borrowed" thesis statement will result in a grade of zero.  You are plagiarizing if you use someone else's work without acknowledgment.  Further, trust your own thoughts; I'm sure you have something important to say on the subject.  Good luck.
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Well, it depends on what the paper is about.  Usually a solid idea is a good start, followed by credible sources.  After that, gather all the information you think you might need and write up an outline and be as specific as possible.\n\nDon't fret too much about your thesis - it's difficult to write a paper to a thesis.  Get a good idea and a loose thesis and go with it.  When you get father along in your paper, then you can go back and work on your thesis.  \n\nBasically, when writing a good paper, you are going to tell them (the reader) what you're going to tell them (the thesis and introduction, then you are going to tell them what you said you will tell them (body of the paper), then you'll tell them what you already told them (conclusion).  Assume that the reader has NEVER heard of the topic before (unless it's a 2-4 page paper, in which case you probably don't have room to make that assumption).  Explain your topic and your points in an easy to understand way that includes complex and analytical ideas.\n\nMost of all, don't procrastinate.  Get started early.  That will relieve a lot of stress from the paper writing process.
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There are literally hundreds of free resources about writing research papers. Have you googled today? Try this link...\n\nhttp://www.aresearchguide.com/1steps.html
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In a thesis statement or a thesis paper?  I guess in a thesis sentence you should place a condensed version of your argument that draws upon the sources and topics that are discussed in your paper.  It is your argument plus things the reader may look at that supports it.  This can be followed by an antithesis which is the opposing argument.  It makes your argument stronger by showing that you've considered more than one side, and often in the end you will have  a strong statement that is qualified and takes into account opposing sides.  I hope this helps a little!
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uum I'm not sure but I think a thesis is what your entire essay is going to be about and belongs in the intro paragraph...Ive never heard of focus statement but its probably supposed to be what you are going to talk about specifically in a paragraph...like your main idea.
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You should brainstorm some ideas on everything that can possibly be said about cottage industries - what they are, examples of some, why they exist, why they succeed or fail.  Just a big brain dump.\n\nThen, choose from these ideas the pieces that can fit together in a sensible thesis.  You'll need to create a point of view or an idea you want to put forth.\n\nNext, arrange these in an outline.  You'll need an introduction, a conclusion, and at least a couple of paragraphs in between that contain the substance of your argument.  Pay attention to how your ideas flow, and be sure that each paragraph has a main idea, stated in a topic sentence (which may or may not be the first sentence).  Be sure you have examples or can illustrate each main idea.\n\nFinally, remember to title your composition, put your name in the top right corner, paginate if necessary, and be sure your grammar, syntax, and punctuation are unassailable (as your argument should be as well).\n\nHave fun!
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Depends (a) what subject/s you are taking and (b)where you are based/living. I can suggest some social science and humanities professors who could help you if your thesis is in these areas.
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This sounds like a persuasive essay.  If so, try this organization:\n\n1st :  intro/thesis\n2nd:  second best reason,\n3rd:  opposing argument(s)\n4th:  opposition refuted\n5th:  best reason\n6th:  conclusion \n\nUse lots of quotes from the text to emphasize your points.\nGood Luck!
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Essay should be three-five paragraphs depending on your thesis.  \nIntroduction\nIntroduce the topic\nDescription\nThesis and Thesis reasons (usually three)\n\nFirst paragraph\nDescribe First Thesis Reason\nSupport\nSupport\n\nSecond Body Paragraph \nDescribe Second Thesis Reason\nSupport \nSupport\n\nThird Body Paragraph\nDescribe Third Thesis Reason\nSupport \nSupport \n\nConclusion\nReview Topic\nReview Thesis\nReview Thesis Reason\nAdd a nice finish, explaining why this topic is important.  \n\nQuotes are good too, for support.  \nGood luck!
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Just some quick thoughts--first, good topic!\n\nSecond, change "but a lot of people is over use it" to "but a lot of people over use it".\n\nThird, although you will discuss the problems in more depth in your body paragraphs, be more specific with naming or identifying a major problem (or the major problems) caused by herbicides used in lawn care (such as ground water contamination).  \n\nI don't know what notes you have to support your thesis, but it looks to me as if your thesis is NOT "This problem usually is around us, such as water pollution and effect on human health."\n\nYou are trying to say that the damage is all around us; it is.\nBut I think your thesis is closer to the sentence before that:  "...we have a responsibility to prevent......and [to] protect the environment [from unnecessary or excessive herbicide use]."\n\nThis doesn't mean that you would be saying that all herbicide use is wrong, by the way.   Even tree-huggers like me have to acknowlege that there are some applications of herbicide that may be necessary.   Having the perfectly manicured lawn is not one of them, however.   Good luck--you are writing about a very important topic.   Don't forget to cite all your sources in your Works Cited or bibliography!