Sample Assignment: Develop a Working Thesis

In this activity you will develop the working thesis for your research topic.  Refer to “Developing a Research Paper” if you need assistance.

Directions:

1. Develop your research topic as follows:

  • Identify potential topics
  • Narrow your topic
  • Explore your topic in writing
  • Conduct preliminary research

2. Construct a working thesis as follows:

  • Identify the main research question
  • Develop your working thesis statement
  • Be sure the thesis is an argument you will work to prove with your research in your paper.

3. Copy and paste your working thesis in the text box submission.