What is a thesis statement?

A thesis statement is the main idea or argument of an essay. It should be clear, concise, and specific about what the author intends to write about. The thesis statement is found in the intro paragraph of an essay, and everything else in the essay should relate back to it.

What was FDR's "New Deal"?

FDR's "New Deal" was a series of programs and reforms that helped bring the United States out of the Great Depression in the 1930's. These programs included the creation of "alphabet agencies" like the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC), the Social Security Administration (SSA), the Farm Security Administration (FSA), and countless other social welfare agencies.

What is an inference?

An inference is an educated guess that a reader can make based on evidence. For example, if there are puddles on the ground and people are carrying umbrellas, I can infer that it is a rainy day.