Works Which Frequently Use Thesis Statements
A thesis statement is basically a short statement, usually a 10 to 20 word sentence, that summarizes the main point or claim of an essay, search paper, etc., and is developed, supported, and explained in the text by means of examples and evidence(proof). Dissertations, essays, assignments, projects and even research papers should begin with a thesis statement. However, in such larger works, the thesis statement may take up a small introductory chapter, depending on how large the piece of work is. Thesis statements may also vary in style; if the statement is used to introduce a piece of research and its findings, then some questions, with possible answers, may be presented. However, if this is being used for dissertations, then a few sentences to a small paragraph may be required. Whatever piece of work in which the thesis statement is being used, it should always adhere to the guidelines governed by its school of thought or, if an academic piece (which uses thesis statements more frequently), the subject from which the writer is debating.
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