Recall that you will need to write a thesis statement to capture the main idea of your essay. The thesis statement should provide a direct response to the question
that you are addressing. Brainstorm main ideas for your thesis statement. Use the
information from your Venn diagram to inform your ideas:
The American and French Revolutions were similar because
The American and French Revolutions were different because
You may use your main ideas to craft a more detailed or interesting thesis
statement. First, consider what types of evidence and examples you will need to
support your main idea. List your ideas in the space below.