<p>Title says it all... is a thesis really necessary? I've introduced my topic fairly well but there is no one line that says "this is what i will talk about for the rest of the essay"</p>
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<p>looks like others want to know as well.</p>
<p>I think the thesis makes my writing look mechanical. I mean, I don’t give a thesis when I’m expressing myself verbally in a conversation.</p>
<p>no, I wouldn’t. Like you said, it seems forced. I have English teachers that HATE the use of “in conclusion” and phrases to the tune of “in this essay I will tell you about this.” Don’t tell me what you’re going to talk about, just talk about it!</p>
<p>thank you. </p>
<p>Do you wanna proofread my common app essay? I can proofread yours.</p>
<p>Well, I already turned all of my common app stuff in, but sure, PM me! I’ll give it a quick look.</p>