For Multilingual Writers: Stating a Thesis Explicitly

Stating a Thesis Explicitly

FOR MULTILINGUAL WRITERS

In some cultures, stating the main point explicitly may be considered rude or inelegant. In U.S. academic and business practices, however, readers often expect the writer to make key points and positions explicit. Unless your main point is highly controversial or hard for the reader to accept (such as a rejection letter), state your main point early—before presenting the supporting details.