When revising an essay, it's a good idea to write down a sentence stating what your essay is about. If you can't summarize it in
one sentence, your essay A. lacks essential background information.
B. lacks evidence to support your thesis.
C. isn't directed toward its intended audience.
D. probably lacks a clear purpose.
You should be able to describe what your essay is about in one clear concise sentence. This is the main idea of your essay. If you cannot describe your essay in one sentence, you do not have a well defined topic and and do not have a clear purpose.
Explanation: If you can not summarize your passage, you do not have a clear thesis. A thesis is your purpose. It is at the beginning of your essay, and is the one sentence that explains what the rest of the essay is. Remember, a thesis is like the backbone of the essay, without it, your essay does not make sense.
