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• Now it is time to ask a question about your narrowed topic. The answer to this question will become yourthesis statement.Examples:What influence, if any, did religion in Ancient Sumer haveon the everyday lives of the people?Did the growth and rise to power of Athens contribute to thecommencement of the Peloponnesian War?• Answer your question as concisely as possible and you will have a thesis statement.Examples:The religious belief system was the major driving force forall other aspects of life in Ancient Sumer, including politics,architecture, and education.The displacement of Sparta by Athens as the leading powerin Ancient Greece and the ensuing fear of Athens by Spartawere decisive factors in the commencement of thePeloponnesian War.Where Should You Place the Thesis Statement?Your thesis statement may be either the first or last sentence in your introductory paragraph.What If the Thesis Statement Changes?Your thesis statement may change as you research your topic. This is an acceptable part of the writing process. Justmake sure the final thesis is proved and supported by the body of the essay.106