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Developing A Thesis

What is a thesis?

A thesis statement declares what you believe and what you intend to prove

What do you think is wrong with each thesis below?

1. Overall, the symbols are effective.

2. This essay discusses whether or not symbols represent life.

3. Wouldn’t you agree that symbols represent life?

4. For the most part, the symbols represent modern life.

5. Yes, the symbols in Lord of the Flies represent modern life.

6. In my opinion, they symbols in Lord of the Flies are accurate.

7. There are many reasons why the symbols in Lord of the Flies are accurate.

8. The symbols in Lord of the Flies accurately reflect life in modern society.

9. In order to understand anything of a complex nature, it is beneficial to utilize an accessible metaphor as a point of reference. With this in mind, the symbols in the novel Lord of the Flies are useful for reflecting the complexities of life and helping demonstrate an accurate understanding of modern society.

What are the criteria of an effective thesis statement?

According to the criteria above, construct an effective thesis statement for your essay.

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