Thesis Statement
Where should we put the thesis statement?
The thesis statement should be put in the beginning of the essay,
preferably at the end of the first paragraph.
What does the "P" in "PEEC" stand for?
What does the first "E" in "PEEC" stand for?
Evidence
What does the second "E" in "PEEC" stand for?
Explanation
What does the "C" in "PEEC" stand for?
Conclusion
What is the difference between a thesis statement and a topic sentence?
A thesis statement introduces your main argument for the essay, the points you're going
to make throughout the essay, and why you're using these points to make your argument.
A topic sentence introduces the points you outlines in the thesis statement at the start
of every paragraph.
Where should the "P" of a paragraph be?
The topic sentence should be the first sentence of a paragraph
What sort of things would you include in your "E" sentence in a literary analysis essay?
Lines from the novel/play you are writing your essay about that support what you said in
your topic sentence.
For example:
Topic sentence: In Julius Caesar, masculinity implies not only bravery, but also steadfastness, and the opposite traits—weakness, fearfulness, and inconstancy—are mainly associated with women.
Evidence: Male characters continuously use terms such as “womanish” to taunt other men perceived as timid or tractable. Brutus refers to the “melting spirits of women” (2.1.121), and Caesar’s call for water following his epileptic seizure is derided as the actions of “ a sick girl” (1.2.130).
Explain the reason why the evidence you provided in the "evidence" sentence proves
the point you stated in your topic sentence.
What is the first thing you should put in your "C" sentence
You should echo what you wrote in your topic sentence to reassert the point you made,
but use different words
What makes a strong thesis statement?
Clearly identifying your main argument in a way that is easy for readers to understand.
Providing supporting points BRIEFLY.
Showing an interesting argument that is not stating facts; it should be a point of view
or opinion that you will convince your readers to agree with over the course of your essay.
What should you include in your "P" sentence?
It should include the point you want to make in the paragraph
What sort of things would include in your "E" sentence for a persuasive essay?
Facts and figures that support the claim you made in the topic sentence.
For example:
Topic Sentence = Smoking is bad for your health.
Evidence Sentence = Millions of smokers die of cancer and heart disease every year
because of this nasty habit.
Why is the "E" sentence important?
The explanation sentence is where you prove your thesis statement is valid, it is how you
convince your reader of the validity of the topic sentences you've
outlined to support your thesis statement!
You should also explain how the evidence and explanation help support your thesis statement.