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Some Guidance Regarding the Thesis Statement

Seniors,

Need your guidance regarding the thesis statement in Introduction of an essay.
it would be a perfect way to write thesis statement in following way.For example the topic is on "The Enerygy crisis in Pakistan". Thesis statement for that topic would be as follow.

[B][I] This Essay will discuss the causes,consequences and remedial measures to overcome the energy crisis in Pakistan.[/I][/B]

Kindly do guide me is that ok to write the thesis statement in such way.if not then tell me the proper way.

Looking forward for the valuable guidance .

Your thesis statement needs a bit elaboration because what you suggests is too short, you need to give a bird eye view of your essay through your this statement not only the topic. Please go to the essay outline thread and find out what you need. Good luck!

[COLOR="Blue"][B]Dear brother, Thesis statement is the distinctive feature of argumentative essays, a thesis statement actually is your stance about a given topic which you have to justify in your arguments. Descriptive essays, such as Energy crisis, causes and consequences, do not require any Thesis statement because there is a given topic on which you have to write, its not like an argumentative essay where you have to take the sides.

For example, look at your thesis statement, was it really required? No, because we all know from title what this essay is about, on the other hand, the argumentative essays do not have titles such as Energy crisis, rather these have titles like Gender Equality is a myth, Free speech should have limitations etc, where you could have said "Gender Equality is not a myth, its a fact" and "Its is better for free speech to have limitations" respectively.

Regards,[/B][/COLOR]

[QUOTE=Bilal Hassan;683122][COLOR="Blue"][B]Dear brother, Thesis statement is the distinctive feature of argumentative essays, a thesis statement actually is your stance about a given topic which you have to justify in your arguments. Descriptive essays, such as Energy crisis, causes and consequences, do not require any Thesis statement because there is a given topic on which you have to write, its not like an argumentative essay where you have to take the sides.

For example, look at your thesis statement, was it really required? No, because we all know from title what this essay is about, on the other hand, the argumentative essays do not have titles such as Energy crisis, rather these have titles like Gender Equality is a myth, Free speech should have limitations etc, where you could have said "Gender Equality is not a myth, its a fact" and "Its is better for free speech to have limitations" respectively.

Regards,[/B][/COLOR][/QUOTE]
Dear Bilal

Whereas it's true that a thesis statement applies to argumentative essays and those critical in nature, it isn't particularly ascribed to these, but is rather [B]essential [/B]to an Essay of any/every kind and nature in general.

[B]Our friend Halian has correctly presented his thesis statement.[/B] With all due respect, descriptive Essays like the one you mentioned " Energy Crises in Pakistan" are open ended if you don't start with a thesis and effective introduction. That will subsequently lead to digression and regurgitation of insipid material that one comes across in cliche materials.

I am not saying that you are wrong, but what I am saying is we shouldn't be ruling out the idea of having to include a thesis statement. It is rather essential. Besides as has rightly been put in his thesis statement, Halian hasn't mentioned taking sides but has rather attempted to [B]"...DISCUSS causes, consequences and remedial measures"[/B] which he ought to receive credit for -- and rightly so. Besides these are all the elements that go in this essay :).

[QUOTE=Toru;683400]Dear Bilal

Whereas it's true that a thesis statement applies to argumentative essays and those critical in nature, it isn't particularly ascribed to these, but is rather [B]essential [/B]to an Essay of any/every kind and nature in general.

[B]Our friend Halian has correctly presented his thesis statement.[/B] With all due respect, descriptive Essays like the one you mentioned " Energy Crises in Pakistan" are open ended if you don't start with a thesis and effective introduction. That will subsequently lead to digression and regurgitation of insipid material that one comes across in cliche materials.

I am not saying that you are wrong, but what I am saying is we shouldn't be ruling out the idea of having to include a thesis statement. It is rather essential. Besides as has rightly been put in his thesis statement, Halian hasn't mentioned taking sides but has rather attempted to [B]"...DISCUSS causes, consequences and remedial measures"[/B] which he ought to receive credit for -- and rightly so. Besides these are all the elements that go in this essay :).[/QUOTE]

[COLOR="Blue"][B]Dear Toru, thesis statement is in nature your stance over an issue, its your argument, your persuasion, and all these things are only required in Argumentative essays. Descriptive essays do not ask for the stances or persuasion, it just wants you to elaborate on every aspect of given topic. Following are the points which will convince you what exactly is a thesis statement.[/B][/COLOR]

[COLOR="DarkRed"][SIZE="3"][B][LIST][*][B]It tells the reader how you will interpret the significance of the subject matter under discussion.[/B][*][B]It is a road map for the paper; in other words, it tells the reader what to expect from the rest of the paper.[/B][*][B]It directly answers the question asked of you. A thesis is an interpretation of a question or subject, not the subject itself. The subject, or topic, of an essay might be World War II or Moby Dick; a thesis must then offer a way to understand the war or the novel.[/B][*][B]It makes a claim that others might dispute.[/B][*][B]It is usually a single sentence somewhere in your first paragraph that presents your argument to the reader. The rest of the paper, the body of the essay, gathers and organizes evidence that will persuade the reader of the logic of your interpretation.[/B][/LIST][/B][/SIZE][/COLOR]

[COLOR="blue"][B]However, it is your right my dear, you may disagree, but I write everything here with good intention, to guide my brothers to the best of my knowledge. That has worked twice for me, and definitely because Allah almighty has been so merciful and helpful, i think it will work for others too. [/B][/COLOR]

[COLOR="Blue"][B]Good Luck[/B][/COLOR] :)

[QUOTE=shah87;682884]Seniors,

Need your guidance regarding the thesis statement in Introduction of an essay.
it would be a perfect way to write thesis statement in following way.For example the topic is on "The Enerygy crisis in Pakistan". Thesis statement for that topic would be as follow.

[B][I] This Essay will discuss the causes,consequences and remedial measures to overcome the energy crisis in Pakistan.[/I][/B]

Kindly do guide me is that ok to write the thesis statement in such way.if not then tell me the proper way.

Looking forward for the valuable guidance .[/QUOTE]

A thesis statement holds the gist of the essay and you have to justify it throughout the essay. Sometimes even every paragraph of the essay could have a thesis statement, it just states the main idea that you develop and justify in the rest of the paragraph.

Example: Energy crisis is the most serious problem that Pakistan is facing and there is a need of remedial measures to overcome it.

This statement could be anywhere in the first paragraph of the essay. You will construct your whole essay elaborating how is it the most serious problem, why and what remedial measures are needed.

I think the member was asking about abstract, outline, thesis statement you name it but here the discussion diverted to the epistemology of the subject. Though this is also a healthy activity but when you people have put your arguments then give the respected member your feedback. Regards

ESSAY-WRITING TECHNICS
a. [B]INTRODUCTION:[/B]-
An Introduction of an essay comprises following 3 parts.
i. Starters or Motivators or Attention-Grabbers
ii. Thesis Statement
iii. Summary or Plan or Crux

i. [B]MOTIVATORS[/B]:
This part of the introduction is used to somehow hynotose the examiner before you put forth
your opnion about the Essay in the form of a Thesis Staement.
Getting the reader’s attention:
Some common strategies used to attract the reader’s interest to an essay are:
•Relate a dramatic anecdote.
•Present surprising facts and statistics.
•Use a fitting quotation or Verse or Couplet
•Ask a provocative question.
•Tell a vivid personal story.
•Define a key term.
•Create a unique scenario.
ii. [B]THESIS STAEMENT[/B] :
After the buildup, give your stance about the Essay in the form of a sentence known as THESIS
STATEMENT.
It is a very simple, single, clear and declarative sentence which states your opinion about the
Essay. Be very very clear and avoid ambiguity.
iii. [B]SUMMARY or PLAN or CRUX[/B]
You just have to very briefly sum up your outline in some 8 to 10 sentences. This will work as
your plan which you will follow in the rest of the essay.
Keep it very very simple by writing a simple beginning. In 2 to 3 sentences, try and make a
build-up to the thesis statement. After the buildup, give your stance about the Essay in the form
of a sentence known as THESIS STATEMENT. And a short summary of the OUTLINE is given
after the Thesis Statement. Thus the Introduction is completed.
b.[B] BODY PARAGRAPHS[/B]
Now the question arises about facilitating the examiner when he reads the rest of the essay. Well,
since you have not written the HEADING for each paragraph therefore, examiner will have to
know that himself as what's written in the paragraph. Don’t force the examiner to be compelled
to read your complete paragraph in order to know as what it is all about. Your first sentence of
the paragraph which is known as TOPIC SENTENCE clearly shows what the paragraph is about.
For instance, the sentence " Low salaries of the government employees have been a major factor
behind corruption. “This sentence clearly tells that your paragraph is about the Low Salary as a
cause of Corruption. Thus, you have facilitated the examiner and eventually he will facilitate you
as well. :)
The topic sentence follows the examples to prove your Topic Sentence. After the detail, reword
the topic sentence but in different words. For example, " One of the key factors for the
prevalence of corruption is low salaries.
[B]c. CONCLUSION[/B]
One of the first things a reader (often a teacher) remembers after having read a piece of writing is
the last words the writer uses. For that reason, a writer should understand and take advantage of
the power of an effective conclusion. Effective conclusions are particularly important in
persuasive essays since they are the last chance the writer has to convince the reader. The
following is a collection of suggestions for writing effective conclusions.
Effective conclusions:
•Reflect on how your topic relates to larger issues (in the novel, in society, in history)
•Show how your topic affects the reader’s life
•Evaluate the concepts you have presented
•Issue a call for action on the part of your audience
•Ask questions generated by your findings
•Make predictions
•Recommend a solution
•Connect back to introduction, esp. if you used a metaphor, anecdote, or vivid image
•Give a personal statement about the topic
•As you write your conclusion, try to avoid the "so-as-you-can-see" ending and the "in
conclusion my thesis statement proves that" or "states that" ending.
•All of these are overused and worn out.
•You've already made your thesis and reasoning clear.
•You don't need to tell us that you've just told us something.
THE STRUCTURE OF THE CONCLUSION:
Begin with a sentence that refers to the main subject that was discussed in the body in the essay.
Make sure that this sentence also links to the preceding paragraph, or uses words such as In
conclusion to signal that these are your final words on the subject.
Then, you may give a brief summary of your argument and identify the main
reasons/causes/factors that relate to the question you have been asked to address. If there are two
or more parts to the question, be sure to include responses to each part in your conclusion.
Finally, it is a good idea to add a sentence or two to reinforce the thesis statement which was
used in your introduction. This shows the reader that you have done what you said you would do
and gives a sense of unity the essay.
Additional elements that may be added include recommendations for future action and
speculations on future trends. Generally, although a short pithy quote can sometimes be used to
spice up your conclusion, the conclusion should be in your own words. Try to avoid direct
quotations, or references to other sources.

[QUOTE=Bilal Hassan;683468][COLOR="Blue"][B]Dear Toru, thesis statement is in nature your stance over an issue, its your argument, your persuasion, and all these things are only required in Argumentative essays. Descriptive essays do not ask for the stances or persuasion, it just wants you to elaborate on every aspect of given topic. Following are the points which will convince you what exactly is a thesis statement.[/B][/COLOR]

[COLOR="DarkRed"][SIZE="3"][B][LIST][*][B]It tells the reader how you will interpret the significance of the subject matter under discussion.[/B][*][B]It is a road map for the paper; in other words, it tells the reader what to expect from the rest of the paper.[/B][*][B]It directly answers the question asked of you. A thesis is an interpretation of a question or subject, not the subject itself. The subject, or topic, of an essay might be World War II or Moby Dick; a thesis must then offer a way to understand the war or the novel.[/B][*][B]It makes a claim that others might dispute.[/B][*][B]It is usually a single sentence somewhere in your first paragraph that presents your argument to the reader. The rest of the paper, the body of the essay, gathers and organizes evidence that will persuade the reader of the logic of your interpretation.[/B][/LIST][/B][/SIZE][/COLOR]

[COLOR="blue"][B]However, it is your right my dear, you may disagree, but I write everything here with good intention, to guide my brothers to the best of my knowledge. That has worked twice for me, and definitely because Allah almighty has been so merciful and helpful, i think it will work for others too. [/B][/COLOR]

[COLOR="Blue"][B]Good Luck[/B][/COLOR] :)[/QUOTE]
Dearest Bilal

I appreciate the effort you're putting in for the benefit of others. Rest assured, my intentions are no different than those of yours :)

I've had such subtle confusions to my account which I have managed to clear after seeking consent and valuable guidance of notable faculty on the subject both here and abroad. Hence, my views.. But since I haven't experienced the CSS exam myself yet, I will give you the benefit of doubt. I am open to further suggestions. :)