Writing a brief position paper in John West ( History 1 )

HIST 2010

Thesis Ideas Worksheet

INSTRUCTIONS

Fill out the form below. Pick an argument that is consistent with your character’s views. This is your chance to present the case for what you want and believe to be right!

Make a list of at least three possible thesis statements for your chosen essay topic.

In class, be prepared to choose your best thesis idea, based on the following factors: 1) It must be relevant; 2) It must be debatable (not a statement of fact—other characters should disagree with you!); 3) You must be able to support it with specific examples; 4) It must be interesting!

Student Name (Type in the space below)

Character Name (Type in the space below)

Thesis Idea #1 (Type your statement below.)

Thesis Idea #2 (Type your statement below.)

Thesis Idea #3 (Type your statement below.)

Additional Thesis Ideas (Optional - Type below.)