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\"statementIn essay writing, the thesis statement defines the focal point of your essay, and the entire essay works to defend and support this point.<\/p>\n

Here’s an example of a thesis statement on the topic “Education”:<\/p>\n

The education system needs a complete overhaul if it is to succeed in the 21st century.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Sometimes, you may be asked to list reasons for your thesis statement.<\/p>\n

Here are 3 reasons why I choose this thesis statement:<\/p>\n

1. The proportion of school dropouts are steadily increasing.<\/p>\n

2. A college degree is becoming more and more overrated.<\/p>\n

3. The relevance of school curriculum to everyday life is rapidly and consistently diminishing.<\/p>\n

Up Next: Writing the Essay.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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