What are the steps to developing a “working thesis statement”?

When making a thesis statement you want to grab the readers' attention.

Explanation:

You need to make it so that it gives a little bit about the story so that the reader will want to read it

Select a general topic, then ...

 1. Do preliminary reading:

-Check reliable sources.

-Is your topic even valid?

-Are useful sources available?

 2. Draft a statement:

-Turn a research question into an assertion.

-Use a "thesis formula."

 3. Change or refine:

-Adjust as necessary.

-Stay open minded!

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