2. The thesis states the central message of the essay.
The Thesis Statement
The thesis states the central message of the essay.

3. The Thesis Statement
The thesis states the central message of the essay.
It reflects the purpose of the essay.

4. The Thesis Statement
The thesis states the central message of the essay.
It reflects the purpose of the essay.
For example, you might indicate in your thesis that the essay is going to compare and contrast two things.

5. The Thesis Statement
The thesis states the central message of the essay.
It reflects the purpose of the essay.
If done correctly, it should lead to a set of main ideas with supporting details.

6. The Thesis Statement
The thesis states the central message of the essay.
It reflects the purpose of the essay.
If done correctly, it should lead to a set of main ideas with supporting details.
For example – “Recent research indicates certain dangers to downhill skiing.”

7. The Thesis Statement
For example – “Recent research indicates certain dangers to downhill skiing.”

8. The Thesis Statement
The thesis states the central message of the essay.
It reflects the purpose of the essay.
If done correctly, it should lead to a set of main ideas with supporting details.
For example – “Careful observation reveals there are three types of practical jokers.”

9. The Thesis Statement
For example – “Careful observation reveals there are three types of practical jokers.”

10. The Thesis Statement
For example – “Careful observation reveals there are three types of practical jokers.”

11. The Thesis Statement

12. The Thesis Statement
The thesis states the central message of the essay.
It reflects the purpose of the essay.
If done correctly, it should lead to a set of main ideas with supporting details.
Be careful not to simply state a fact.

13. The Thesis Statement
The thesis states the central message of the essay.
It reflects the purpose of the essay.
If done correctly, it should lead to a set of main ideas with supporting details.
Be careful not to simply state a fact.
For example – “During the Depression my grandmother raised five children by herself.”

14. The Thesis Statement
The thesis states the central message of the essay.
It reflects the purpose of the essay.
If done correctly, it should lead to a set of main ideas with supporting details.
Be careful not to simply state a fact.
For example – “I have always been impressed with my grandmother’s strength, determination and ingenuity during hard times.”

15. The Thesis Statement
The thesis states the central message of the essay.
It reflects the purpose of the essay.
If done correctly, it should lead to a set of main ideas with supporting details.
Be careful not to simply state a fact.
Try not to write a formal statement.

16. The Thesis Statement
The thesis states the central message of the essay.
It reflects the purpose of the essay.
If done correctly, it should lead to a set of main ideas with supporting details.
Be careful not to simply state a fact.
Try not to write a formal statement.
For example – “In this essay I am going to write about the problem with the elevators.”

17. The Thesis Statement
The thesis states the central message of the essay.
It reflects the purpose of the essay.
If done correctly, it should lead to a set of main ideas with supporting details.
Be careful not to simply state a fact.
Try not to write a formal statement.
For example – “The elevators in the main building at the Art Institute are a significant cause of damaged projects and chronic lateness.”

18. The Thesis Statement
Have you ever been played for a fool because you cared for someone by giving your trust, but while you were giving your trust, you were being taken advantage of? Well, it happens to the best of us. It is a hurtful experience that all of us have to face to mature into strong adults. So, we become stingy with our feelings and protect ourselves from the next person who might hurt us.

19. The Thesis Statement
When I was about ten years old, my father brought home a 25-year-old mini-bike for my brother and me. The bike was in rough condition, but the reason he brought it home was so we could spend some time together fixing it up. We did have a good time together and eventually did get it running, but I learned a hard lesson the first time I rode it.

20. The Thesis Statement
Kindergarten for me was a year of new experiences. It involved meeting other four year olds, who would either be my friends or my bitter enemies. Kindergarten was also a year of getting into lots of trouble, and facing hard penalties. In a way, it changed me and molded me into the person I am today. All those memories will stay with me.

21. The Thesis Statement
Throughout my life, I have always been a fan of sports. During my high school years, I played them as well. Yet, out of all my varied sports experiences, one incident truly stands out in my memory – the incident known to my family and friends as the “Waterbury Roller Hockey Screw Job.”