A thesis statement that makes a specific argument or claim. The thesis statement is placed at the end of the introduction, and is a sentence or two that summarizes the argument you are going to make in your paper. Your thesis statement should be narrow enough to properly analyze, but not so constrained that you must limit your essay. Don't: make your statement too vague or broad. Original Improved Car commercials have a greater influence on viewers’ decisions than any other type of advertisement. Car commercials, more so than any other type of advertisement, directly influence the purchasing decisions of viewers by indirectly referencing Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs. The 1995 movie “Clueless” expands greatly upon Jane Austen’s original characters. Cher Horowitz is not directly modeled upon Emma Woodhouse, Jane Austen’s heroine. Rather, her character serves as an embodiment of the complex social mores and traditions displayed by several of Austen’s characters. Don't: use a three-prong thesis, unless explicitly asked to by your instructor. These can limit your paper and give it a formulaic feel. Original Improved Car commercials employ three themes in order to appeal to viewers: beauty, need fulfilment, and freedom. Car commercials are especially appealing to viewers because they present the viewer with several highly attractive and desirable qualities. Cher Horowitz differs significantly from Emma Woodhouse in her choice of friends, her family situation, and her general outlook on life. The character of Cher is not modeled closely after that of Emma; rather, the numerous differences between the two emphasize the unique social scene explored in Heckerling’s movie. Body paragraphs that support your thesis statement. Each body paragraph consists of three elements. The topic sentence tells the reader what your paragraph will be about. The analysis is where you make your argument, and it should relate back to your thesis statement. The textual evidence you provide supports your argument. Remember to properly cite passages and reference the texts you use at the end of your paper. THESIS: The three weird sisters of Macbeth are not independent characters, but instead serve as a representation of Macbeth's desire to be king. 1. Topic Sentence Macbeth’s longs desperately to become King of Scotland, and the Three Witches provide validation for this desire. 2. Analysis Though Macbeth and Banquo are walking together as equals, the witches bestow special attention upon the former. This signifies Macbeth’s perception of his friend’s inferiority while at the same time cementing his unspoken claim to the throne. 3. Evidence Direct quote Paraphrased The Third Witch calls out to Macbeth by name and proclaims that he “[shall] be king hereafter” (1.1.25), thus introducing his deepest desire. By hailing him as a king of Scotland (1.1.25), the Third Witch introduces Macbeth’s deepest desire.