A thesis statement is a clear statement of your position in an argument essay. It sums up your topic, your position, and a brief "why" for your argument. This sentence generally appears at the end of your introduction.
A strong thesis:
For more on thesis writing, view Grand Prarie Regional College's guide to The Writing Process and these examples and myths about thesis statements.
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