Question 1

How many words does an English major thesis need?

Accepted Answer

Undergraduate English major theses typically require 6,000-10,000 words; master's theses 20,000-40,000 words. Literature direction papers are usually longer than linguistics papers due to textual analysis content.

Question 2

How to demonstrate Critical Thinking in English thesis?

Accepted Answer

Critical thinking appears at three levels: 1) In Literature Review, not just "reporting" but "evaluating" — pointing out contributions and limitations; 2) In analysis, having independent judgment and argumentation; 3) In conclusion, clearly stating your research's relationship to and contribution to existing academic discussion.

Question 3

What information is needed when citing literary works?

Accepted Answer

First citation of literary works requires: author full name, title, publication year, publication place, publisher. Subsequent citations can use author name and title abbreviated. Poetry citations require line numbers; plays require act, scene, line numbers.

English Thesis Writing Guide | Complete Guide for English Major Undergraduate and Master Theses

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