Abstract

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While the abstract comes first in a thesis, it is usually one of the last sections you write. It is no more than a page long and summarizes why the topic is important, the purpose, the participants and context, the results and possibilities for future research.  

1. Here are APA Guidelines for Writing an Abstract.
2. Here are two samples of MA Thesis Abstracts: Sample 1 and Sample 2

Writing an Abstract - Tips (1:40)