The Thesis and the Outline - 義守大學 I-Shou University论文及轮廓義守大學义守大学.ppt

4. The Thesis and the Outline Casper 9310004A (AA) Yvonne 9310007A (AA) Nina 9310010A (BA) Alexia 9310016A (BA) Jenny 9310037A (AA) Doris 9310050A (BA) 4a. The thesis: Definition and function Summarizes the central idea Establishes a boundary around subject Chart an orderly course for the paper Gives the reader an idea; make the paper easier to read 4a-1 Formulating the thesis Must be expressed in one sentence Looking for a central idea + summarizes the information + with your own opinions 4a-2 Rules for wording the thesis Good thesis should: be clear, comprehensible, and direct predict major divisions in the structure commit you to an unmistakable course, argument, or point of view Commit you to a single line of argument # Hip-hop music arose during the 1970s, and is performed by many famous singers now, such as 50 cent, who was awarded as Favorite Hip-Hop Male Artist in 2003. ? Because of the popularity of block parties in New York city, hip-hop music began to arise during the 1970s. Should not be figurative language # Jolin is the Rihanna of the pop music in Taiwan. ? Jolin is a successful pop singer in Taiwan because of her easy-recognized voice, attractive appearance, and diligence. Should not be vaguely # Listening to music can influence people. ? Listening to music influences people by changing their moods, relieving their stress, and helping sleep. Should not be a question # Do people in America support Taiwan to gain a U.N. seat? ? Over 55% Americans support Taiwan to gain a U.N. seat, according to a newspaper released on Sep. 23. Should be a single, easily understood sentence 4a-3 Placing the thesis the final sentence of the first paragraph 4a-4 Choosing a title Clear Specific Informative ★ Thesis is a good source for a title 4b. The Outline An ordered list of the topics covered in a paper Useful to writer and reader→ less stray from the point or to commit a structural error Ex: Overdevelop one