Writing a thesis What is the main idea or thought behind what you are writing.

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Writing a thesis What is the main idea or thought behind what you are writing

3 important elements in a thesis 1. Defining your thesis 2. Focusing your thesis 3. Supporting your thesis

What to look for in a thesis Arguable – the thesis should express an idea that can be doubted Clear – The thesis should use precise nonambiguous language like the use of metaphors, similes, or figures of speech Predictive – The thesis should predict the proper plan of development, usually by mentioning the papers main sub-topics in their order or importance Unified – the thesis should make a unified statement expressed in a single sentence Narrow – the thesis should be about a topic that you can master thoroughly Original – the thesis should be original

One major problem is that cell phone users who talk while they are driving. Cell phone users drive too fast. This problem is not only affecting people who drive but to others. People get too many tickets. Also many of these users do not have insurance, therefore they do not pay attention to how they’re driving. Cell phone users cannot drive while they are talking.

Running is exercising or something of greater physical value on your body that one is unsure about the result of the gain that may be of importance to the individual. Running is mostly thought of during the beginning of the new year. So many people get involved with exercising regimes that it takes over other activities and become and extracurricular activity that takes over. Small groups of exercises can be done. Although, not all outcomes of exercising are eventful to the individual or to the groups, there is a high that individuals can receive from exhilaration of exercising.

The new supercolliding particle accelerator’s benefits will outweigh its cost Underdeveloped Thesis

Developed Thesis Although the new supercolliding particle accelerator will be expensive to develop and to operate, the theoretical knowledge gained will yield practical applications that will more than repay these costs.

Underdeveloped thesis Boxing is one of the most dangerous sports.

Developed thesis Because professional boxers often sustain injuries or brain damage in the ring, the sport should be subject to stricter safety regulations.