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7) Write Your Paper: Outlining & Writing

A University of Lethbridge Library guide to common writing assignments.

Developing a Thesis Statement

What is a thesis statement?

A thesis statement is a sentence or two that identifies the main point you will be arguing in your paper.

What makes a good thesis statement?

There is more than one way to write an effective thesis statement. The links below offer some general guidelines to get you started.

Creating an Outline

Drafting Your Paper

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