Sample Thesis Statement for Unit 3

In a synthesis of perspectives paper, the thesis statement should:

1. Make an arguable claim about the state of knowledge (that is, the current state of expert opinion) of the issue of study.
2. Address specific facets of the experts' arguments.
3. Acknowledge the complexity of the issue and/or variations in expert opinion.

Example thesis statement:

Although most shark enthusiasts claim that humans face almost no risk from shark death while swimming, most beachgoers and Jaws fans continue to perceive sharks as deadly creatures hungry for human blood.