Question

Which should be included int he thesis statement?

Answer 1

The correct answer is 3. The claim made in the essay

Explanation:

The thesis statement refers to the main statement that guides the content of the essay and is usually included in the first paragraph or introduction of the essay, this thesis statement is also called the main claim or position, because it summarizes the position of the author or the claim or assertion  made by him or her and that will be proved and explained during the body of the essay and in most cases this thesis also includes the main reasons that the author will provide during the essay to prove his/her position. Therefore, the thesis statement is composed by the main claim or position and the reasons or arguments that are linked to it and thus, the element that should be included in the thesis statement from the options is the main claim made in the essay.

Answer 2

You should include the claim that was made in the essay because that's what belongs there.