Question

A thesis statement should not directly announce your topic by using phrases such as, 'This

essay will talk about ... or I am going to tell you ...
Which of the following makes the best thesis statement?

1 I am going to explain why many couples in Russia are choosing to live together rather
than get married.

2 Even though marriage is a strong and respected institution in Russia, more and more
people are choosing to live together before marriage, despite the cultural pressures.

3 Marriage in Russia.

Answer 1

1) "I am going to explain why many couples in Russia are choosing to live together rather than get married."

Step-by-step explanation:

1 I am going to explain why many couples in Russia are choosing to live together rather than get married.

[] Good! It gives an intro, but doesn't give away the whole essay.

2 Even though marriage is a strong and respected institution in Russia, more and more people are choosing to live together before marriage, despite the cultural pressures.

[] Isn't a thesis as it is directly announcing the topic.

3 Marriage in Russia.

[] Has no background and is missing parts.

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