When constructing and positioning the thesis statement for the comparison and contrast outline and essay, you must be guided by all of the following EXCEPT _________________________

a.

The point(s) of similarity and the point(s) of difference must be identifiable in the thesis statement.

b.

The thesis statement must be included as the final sentence of the introductory paragraph.

c.

The topic must form part of the thesis statement

d.

The inclusion of the thesis statement in the sentence outline is optional.

e.

The language of the method of comparison and contrast must be included. This means that words and or phrases reflective of similarities and differences, as relevant, must be included in this single sentence.