Preparing Thesis

Write a good thesis statement for each of the following topic ideas: 1. describing a nearby tourist attraction 2. introducing a service available to students on campus 3. urging fellow students to contribute to a charity 4. urging fellow students to take a specific non-required course 5. telling fellow students how to study for tests 6. explaining the meaning of the Fourth of July Remember, good thesis statements should — (1) be complete, declarative statements, (2) reflect a clear sense of purpose, (3) adequately summarize and preview the main points of a message, and (4) be focused and original enough to be adequately covered and/or convey anything that’s “news” for the audience.  Hint: A suggested answer for #1 might read “Elkhead Park offers several fun-filled activities for family vacations, including camping, hiking, fishing, and a deluxe lodge with restaurant and bar.”