Thesis Statement
Here is a great website to understand what a thesis statement is and how to write it. Remember it is at the end of the first introductory paragraph and can be one, two, or up to three sentences depending upon the topic and its complexity. https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/the_writing_process/thesis_statement_tips.html (Links to an external site.) Here is more information on thesis statement: The thesis is one of the most important concepts in college expository writing. A thesis sentence focuses your ideas for the paper; it is your argument or insight or viewpoint crystallized into a sentence or two that gives the reader your main idea. The idea comes from the Neuromancer, A thesis statement focuses your ideas into one or two sentences. It should present the topic of your paper and also make a comment about your position in relation to the topic. Your thesis statement should tell your reader what the paper is about and also help guide your writing and keep your argument focused. How to write a thesis statement links: http://www.cws.illinois.edu/workshop/writers/tips/thesis/ https://writingcenter.unc.edu/tips-and-tools/thesis-statements/ (Links to an external site.) https://writing.wisc.edu/Handbook/Thesis_or_Purpose.html https://www.easybib.com/guides/how-to-write-a-strong-thesis-statement/ (Links to an external site.) Here is a thesis on Gibson and Cyberpunk (an actual thesis). The thesis statement end of first paragraph is very effective. http://irc.liber-mundi.org/cp_project.php?txt=222&lng=us (Links to an external site.) After reading this information, please post your potential thesis statement for Neuromancer and what you have understood about how to use the thesis statement in 50 words or more for 20 points. Thanks,