i need a good thesis statement for a history paper i have to write. the topic is changes that took place in the U.S. from 1776-1870 im not good at thinking up thesis statements please help
First you need to list the changes that took place during those years. Which ones are you going to include in your paper?
Then, study this site for specific ideas about thesis statements.
http://leo.stcloudstate.edu/acadwrite/thesistatement.html
well i was thinking about using some what along the lines of new inventions bring new era for the united state but my teacher said the paper has to be 5 paragraphs long with introduction 1st body(political changes)2nd body(economic changes,3rd body(social changes) and conclusion i need to figure out a thesis to fit all this
Read, read, read. Take notes on the political, economic, and social changes. Then you should be able to devise a thesis statement.
ok im no good at thesis though but i will study up the site you showed me
is "positive changes that happened from 1776-1879 in American history" a good thesis?
No.
Please use the advice in that website.
how can i make this one better?
how bout this one. while we are still not a perfect country, political,social and economical changes are shaping up out country
I’m jus strokin it
Certainly, I can help you come up with a thesis statement for your history paper. First, let's establish a clear understanding of the topic you are exploring.
The topic of changes that took place in the U.S. from 1776-1870 is quite broad, covering a significant period in American history. To create an effective thesis statement, it is important to narrow down the focus of your essay. One way to approach this is by identifying a specific aspect or theme within that time frame that interests you.
For example, let's say you are intrigued by the economic changes that occurred during this period. Your thesis statement could be:
"The period from 1776-1870 in the United States witnessed substantial economic transformation, including the shift from an agrarian-based society to an industrialized nation, the expansion of transportation networks, and the emergence of new economic systems."
To develop this thesis statement, you can support it by presenting evidence of significant economic changes during the specified timeframe. This evidence could include examples such as the growth of factories, the rise of cities, advancements in transportation (such as the railroad), and the impact of key economic policies or events.
Remember, a thesis statement should be clear, specific, and arguable. It acts as a roadmap for your essay, guiding both you and your reader throughout the paper.