Look at the outline for a compare-and-contrast essay of two editorials.1. Introduction A. __________2. Editorial one A. Evaluate the argument3. Editorial two A. Evaluate the argument3. Compare and contrast A. Which is more effective?5. ConclusionWhich best fills in the blank in the outline?

An introduction to a compare-and-contrast essay should state the essay’s main point, or thesis. The thesis previews the comparison and may identify which editorial is more effective. A detail from either editorial or supporting evidence belongs in the body paragraphs, so “Thesis statement” best fills the blank.

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