What is a Thesis Statement?
A thesis statement is the sentence that tells the reader what the entire letter will be about. It is usually the last sentence in the introduction.
Sentence Starters for a Business Letter Thesis Statement
- I would like to express my support for _____________.
- I am writing to inform you that_____________.
- I am writing to request _____________.
- I am writing to express my concern about _________________.
- I want to share the reasons I am dissatisfied with __________.
*Fill in the blank with the specific topic you're writing about.
Pro Tips
- If you're told to agree or disagree, CHOOSE ONE.
- I am writing to agree and disagree with the new dress code.
- I am writing to agree with the new dress code.
- State your opinion in the thesis.
- I am writing to express my opinion about the new dress code.
- I am writing to express my support for the new dress code.
- Name the specific topic you're writing about in your thesis.
- I am writing to express my disagreement with this.
- I am writing to express my disagreement with the new paperwork requirements.
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