How to write a thesis?

Question

I want to know more about writing a thesis? What are the basics and is there different kinds?

Answer 1

Here are some great resources for writing a thesis!

https://writingcenter.uagc.edu/writing-a-thesis

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There is even a plug in tool! https://writingcenter.uagc.edu/thesis-generator

Answer 2

The two major kinds of theses are justificatory (or persuasive) and explanatory (or descriptive). The thesis is a sentence found somewhere in the first paragraph (often at the end) that outlines the main proposal the paper is going to illustrate.

In a justificatory paper, the author is making a claim they intend to justify. The author is attempting to convince the reader, through rhetorical devices such as ethos, logos and pathos, that one position is correct. Thus, a justificatory thesis states the argument and perhaps hints at the overarching logic the author will use to justify the claim.

Justificatory example: "When considering societal impact, World War Two was a more significant 20th century human catastrophe than World War One"

-The author will need to define "important" in the paper, as it relates to societal impact. This paper would probably use three areas (let's say: loss of human life; destruction of national cultures; engineering innovation) to compare the impacts of WW2 and WW1, with the ultimate conclusion being that WW2 had a more significant impact across these areas.

In an explanatory paper, the author is not attempting to convince the reader, but is merely discussing a topic. A good test is whether "because" can be used after the thesis: "WW2 was more significant than WW1 because more people lost their lives." As opposed to an explanatory thesis: "This paper will consider the impact of the atomic bombs on Japanese culture and national storytelling." There is nothing to defend or justify - just a blunt statement of the topic the author is going to explore. [Most explanatory theses use a similar format - "this paper, this essay, the author, etc." and use words like "explore, outline, investigate, describe, analyze"]

Answer 3

When it comes to a thesis, it is the primary argument you are wanting to make in your writing to an audience. Usually, but not always, you will find this in the last sentence or two of the introductory paragraph. It gives the reader a summary of what the writing will be about and clearly states the position the writer is taking.

For example, if I were to write an argumentative or persuasive essay on whether or not ice cream is the best summer treat, I would take the position to say that I agree with the statement, and give vague categories as to why. This can be seen as Icecream allows people to have a variety of choices, helps regulate heat a person is experiencing, as well as is cost-effective.

This provides my audience with the idea that I have a solid outline for my essay and that I am taking the side to advocate for why ice cream is the best summer treat.

Answer 4

Writing a thesis can be different in multiple schools, teachers, grade level, and class. Some thesis answers a question or declares a position. There are different kinds like, narrative, persuasive , and explanatory thesis. It should be carefully structured, clear, and concise. It should capture the nuance of what you want to tell the reader and what the overall coming of the paper will be about with you as the respective researcher and educational way.