Mrs. Dowling's Thesis Builder Instructions

I hope that this form will assist you to draft a clear Thesis Statement. Follow these steps.

1. Answer the following questions in words or short phrases (not full sentences).
2. Do not use periods (.) at the end or capital letters at the beginning of the phrases you write.
3. Click the "Build a Thesis" button when you're finished.
4. A window will pop open with your built thesis. It won't be perfect!
5. Go back and adjust your answers to smooth out the thesis until it makes sense and expresses your beliefs.

What is your topic and your opinion on the topic? In otherwords, what do you think should be done to solve the problem regarding your topic?
Use an action verb and consider using the word "should" to make sure you're stating an opinion.

What's the strongest argument supporting your opinion?

What's a second good argument that supports your opinion?

What's a third good argument that supports your opinion?

What's the main argument against your opinion?