Assignment 1: Creating a Thesis Statement Due Week 2 and worth 30 points Writing
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Assignment 1: Creating a Thesis Statement
Due Week 2 and worth 30 points
Writing Fundamentals
Discuss two (2) key strategies from this week’s lectures and readings that you can use in your writing to create a more effective thesis statement. Explain at least one (1) benefit of using each strategy.
After reviewing the example thesis statement provided in the “Sample Student Essay – Thesis Statement,” discuss what you noticed about its structure, style, tone, and placement. Explain whether you found the statement effective or not. Support your opinion with at least two (2) specific examples.
Assignment 2: “Changing Our Lives” Thesis Statement
(Student Name)
ENG 090- Writing Fundamentals
(Professor Name)
(Correct date) April 10, 2013
1) Sample Student Thesis Statement
I have now chosen to go to college at this juncture in my life because of financial, personal, and emotional reasons.
The main topic of the thesis statement is
I have now chosen to go to college
The controlling ideas of the thesis statement is
because of financial, personal, and emotional reasons
Here are a few more samples of a thesis statement. (Note you are only required to create one thesis statement for your assignment .)
2) Sample Student Thesis Statement 2
I decided to attend Strayer University to grow as a person, gain financial stability, and let my kids see that it is never too late to accomplish dreams.
The main topic of the thesis statement is
I decided to attend Strayer University
The controlling idea of the thesis statement is
to grow as a person, gain financial stability, and let my kids see that it is never too late to accomplish dreams
3) Sample Student Thesis Statement 3
I am returning to college to improve life for my daughter, improve my financial stability, and earn greater career advancement in the medical field.
The main topic of the thesis statement is
I am returning to college
The controlling idea of the thesis statement is
to improve life for my daughter, improve my financial stability, and earn greater career advancement
Assignment #3: “Changing Our Lives” Outline
(Student Name)
ENG 090- Writing Fundamentals
(Professor Name)
(Correct date) April 10, 2013
Sample Student Outline
Introduction – (You will create your introduction in Week 5.)
Thesis – I have now chosen to go to college at this juncture in my life because of financial, personal, and emotional reasons.
I. First Main Point – Financial Reasons
A. Secure and comfortable financial future
B. Dissatisfaction in current job
C. Goals for the future
II. Second Main Point – Personal Reasons
A. First in family to graduate from college
B. Make family proud.
C. Positive role model for children.
III. Third Main Point – Emotional Reasons
A. Overcome self-doubt
B. Past negative experience
C. Understanding my abilities
Conclusion – (You will create your conclusion in Week 5.)
Explanation / Answer
I have chosen Boston University as my preferred college of choice. This university has a strong heritage and reputation for quality education. I would like to experience it and make sure that the education reflects the strong values.
My goals in life are to have a secure and comfortable financial future. Education plays a major role in defining the career choices and providing opportunities. A good university provides an effective platform with ample opportunities and resources.
I am certain that the education in the university will provide me with the required tools and knowledge system to work effectively on my goals and be a well rounded individual. I have goals of honing my present skills and working on my knowledge system.
I am the first person in the family to graduate from college and the strong personal reason motivates me to work effectively towards my goal. It makes me feel a sense of pride and motivates me to be an inspiration for everyone around me in the family.
I aspire to stay strong and understand that self doubts only reflects the attachment to goal and dream. I intend to improve life for my family and provide them with financial security by changing the present situation. I intend to fulfill my dreams and earn greater career advancement.