What is a thesis statement?

A thesis statement is one or two sentences that tell the reader your main claim and the direction of the paper. It belongs near the end of the introduction in most essays.

Core academic vocabulary with steady search demand.

Quick check

• Can someone disagree with it? If not, it may be a fact, not a thesis.
• Does it preview your reasons?

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