True or false: you should write your thesis statement before you begin researching, so you know what to research

False. You need to research your topic thoroughly, and as you research develop a thesis, which can be formed into a viable thesis statement.

C. Mostly false

Explanation:

Plato.

You're supposed to write your thesis after you research according to the lesson, but writing the thesis before researching could work too, therefore, it's mostly false.