Hi can you check my topic sentences?
Antigone and Creon argue as she fights for the gods and he fights for his beliefs, resulting in the division of the city.
Despite of the many warnings he receives, Creon’s discounting of prophecy produces destruction due to his arrogance.
Although the gods do not appreciate pride, or hubris, both Antigone and Creon portray arrogance which leads to their destruction.
Thesis: The destruction of Thebes is caused by Creon’s disregard of prophecy when he becomes too arrogant; this results in the Antigone’s rebellion which causes in a broader civil war.
Thesis: The destruction of Thebes is caused by Creon’s disregard of prophecy when he becomes too arrogant; this results in the Antigone’s rebellion which causes in a broader civil war.
This is not a thesis statement yet. You are simply telling the overall plot line.
Your thesis statement must include factual information (which you already have) plus your position/opinion/stance. Without your position on the topic, it isn't a true thesis statement. So think of this sentence as the angle you want to take on the topic and what you intend to prove by the end of your paper. (If your statement is simply factual, then there's nothing to prove!)
http://leo.stcloudstate.edu/acadwrite/thesistatement.html
This is one of the very best places I've seen online to help students write good thesis statements. It shows you sentences that aren't thesis statements and how to turn each one into real thesis statements.
Once you get your thesis statement written, we can work on your topic sentences.
I think your topic sentences are okay, but you need to put more description in it. They need to flow so no one would get lost while reading. Make sure these facts are true and not what you think it is overall.
Sure, I can check your topic sentences. Here they are:
1. "Antigone and Creon argue as she fights for the gods and he fights for his beliefs, resulting in the division of the city."
This topic sentence is clear and effectively introduces the main conflict between Antigone and Creon. It gives a preview of the themes of the division and differing allegiances that will be explored in the essay.
2. "Despite the many warnings he receives, Creon’s discounting of prophecy produces destruction due to his arrogance."
This topic sentence effectively suggests that Creon's arrogance and disregard for prophecy lead to the destruction that occurs. It mentions the warnings he receives, which implies that Creon's downfall is a result of his inaction or refusal to listen.
3. "Although the gods do not appreciate pride, or hubris, both Antigone and Creon portray arrogance which leads to their destruction."
This topic sentence explores the theme of arrogance and how it participates in the downfall of Antigone and Creon. It highlights the contradiction between the gods' disapproval of pride and the characters' exhibited arrogance, setting the stage for a discussion on the consequences of their actions.
Overall, these topic sentences effectively capture the main ideas you want to convey in your essay and provide a solid foundation for further development.