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Consider asking yourself what subjects, ideas, etc...that you are most passionate about or interested in. This is assuming that your assignment does not require that you stick to a particular subject matter. If you write for yourself (as though you are the reader), your ideas will flow naturally, and you can do this even with a direct assignment on a subject you are not interested in.

In writing about a specifically assigned subject, ask yourself questions:What do I already know? What have I learned? What do I want to know? This will draw up an interest in you, the writer, even for subject matter that is not particularly interesting to you and will help to build a strong thesis.

If you are searching for a random thesis topic, write about one of your own interests. For example, if you are interested in the Civil Rights Movement, you will want to begin brainstorming and making a list of words and sentences that stand out to you in regards to this subject matter. Review the list. Check off thoughts that are not compelling. Take your most compelling statement and form this into your thesis statement.

Remember that your thesis statement must be supported throughout your paper, and you must have a cohesive beginning (which should both introduce your thesis and hook the reader), a supporting middle, and a clear and satisfying ending/conclusion. Your conclusion should be circular. In other words, it should re-emphasize your opening thesis statement. This always makes for an excellent paper.

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