Thesis statement writing for my essay

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Directions:

  1. After watching the lecture on how to write an effective thesis statement, please review the Essay One Assignment.(check below)
  2. Paying close attention to the question outlined in the essay prompt, write a “working” thesis statement.
  3. Post your thesis statement in the discussion below.
Essay One Assignment:

According to Adichie, when single stories are the only stories that are told about a group of people, a place, or a culture, there is no possibility of a connection as human equals.

Explore what is lost when single stories are all that exist about either a specific group of people, a specific place, OR a specific cultural practice.

Note: You cannot use any of the groups, places, or cultures from Adichies speech. Please develop a unique response. 

  • In this essay, you will introduce Adichies theory of the single story and expand on her argument using the other essays and articles that you have read in the course. 

  • You will write a 3-4 page essay analyzing the concept of the single story and the effects it has on a specific group, place, or culture.

You must cite from the PRIMARY source in this essay:

  • E/A form from The Danger of a Single Story (Adichie TED Talk)

You must also incorporate at least ONE ADDITIONAL source from our course:

  • Why America Is Self-Segregating by Danah Boyd

  • Graduation by Maya Angelou

  • My Two Lives by Jhumpa Lahiri

  • Se Habla Espaol by Tanya Maria Barrientos

  • Just Walk On By by Brent Staples

  • Mother Tongue by Amy Tan

GUIDELINES:

  • Write a thesis statement that addresses the prompt and maps out the body paragraphs.

  • Integrate quote sandwiches from the primary sources. Use MLA citation for all quotes and supporting evidence.

  • 3 page minimum to be eligible for grading.

Requirements:

1.     This essay must be typed in 12 point, Times New Roman font and be 3 pages or more,

double spaced.

2.     You must include quotes from at least ONE additional source besides Adichie. Honors students must include at least THREE additional sources.

Recommended:

1.     Meet with a virtual  tutor through the Learning Center at various stages in the writing process. Here is the link to the tutoring services!

2.     Review your notes on thesis statements. This will be a huge part of your grade.


Attached is the grade rubric