Thesis Statements

The first paragraph of a composition contains a thesis statement, which presents the main idea. The remaining paragraphs each have a single focus expressed in a topic sentences that develops the thesis statement.

It should contain the general idea you will talk about and the specific aspect you will focus on.


My best friend Eva and I are different in many ways, be we have one important thing in common - we love to travel.


Now write a thesis statement about one of the following ideas.

• Your favorite food
• The best or worst vacation you have had
• What you would change if you could go back in time
• Why you would be the best president of Mexico