Complex Thesis Statements
Sometimes, you will need to build a complex thesis statement that is not parallel. These are more advanced and can be challenging!
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Parallel Statements |
Complex Thesis Statements |
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Used when you are listing. |
Used when you are discussing multiple, non-parallel subtopics |
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The Trans Mountain pipeline should not be built due to its negative environmental, social, and economic impacts. |
Given the history of the Trans Mountain Pipeline, it should not be permitted because the arguments against the pipeline outweigh its potential benefits. |
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Be sure to use parallel structure when composing! |
Use gerund phrases, prepositional phrase, and infinitive phrases to list your subtopics in the order you discuss them. |