Question

What should a writer do prior to drafting a thesis statement? completely finish researching write at least three pages of the essay examine the evidence to find the main point refine and polish the statement using a checklist

Answer 1

C. examine the evidence to find the main point

Answer 2

Examine the evidence--a thesis should be written after looking at the evidence and determining how an argument can be constructed using the evidence provided. 

A thesis should contain an answer to the question or prompt and then 2-3 reasons why (these are the claims of the thesis). The thesis is then supported or proven with evidence.