I have to compare and constrast the funeral orations of Mark Antony and Marcus Brutus. What I need is a thesis statement for this paper and everything I come up with sounds lame. I'm not getting the message across. Could you help me?
Did you read what I asked you below?
Your thesis statement must include factual information 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://blog.eduify.com/index.php/2009/06/21/5-tips-on-how-to-write-a-strong-thesis-statement/
Read carefully and follow ALL directions.
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.
Of course! Writing a strong thesis statement is crucial for setting the direction and tone of your paper. In comparing and contrasting the funeral orations of Mark Antony and Marcus Brutus, one possible thesis statement could be:
"Through contrasting rhetorical strategies, Mark Antony and Marcus Brutus deliver funeral orations that not only reflect their differing intentions and perspectives, but also reveal the significant role of manipulation and emotional appeal in shaping public opinion."
This thesis statement captures the essence of your paper by highlighting the key elements you will explore: the contrasting rhetorical strategies used by both Antony and Brutus, their unique intentions and perspectives, and the impact of manipulation and emotional appeal on the public's reception of their speeches.
To develop your thesis statement further, consider incorporating specific elements that you will discuss in your paper. For example, you may mention how Antony appeals to the emotions of the crowd, utilizing irony and sarcasm to undermine the conspirators, while Brutus relies on logical arguments and appeals to the crowd's sense of honor and patriotism.
Remember, a solid thesis statement should provide a clear roadmap for your paper while also showcasing the main points and arguments you will address.