Thesis Practice - Woodard

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What is a thesis statement?

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A thesis statement is a sentence that summarizes the main point or claim of an essay. It provides a clear direction for the writing.

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What makes a thesis statement strong?

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A strong thesis statement is specific, arguable, and provides a roadmap for the essay by outlining the main points.

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What is the formula for a thesis statement?

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Thesis = Subject + 2 reasons.

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How does a thesis statement help in essay writing?

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It creates an outline for the entire essay, guiding the structure and content of the body paragraphs.

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What is the difference between a thesis statement and a topic sentence?

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A thesis statement presents the main argument of the entire essay, while a topic sentence introduces the main idea of a specific paragraph.

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What is an example of a weak thesis statement?

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I would like to become a chef when I finish school because I like to cook.

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What is an example of a strong thesis statement?

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Violent video games are harmful for young people to play because it promotes a sedentary lifestyle and can cause children to become desensitized to death.

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What should the first body paragraph of an essay based on the thesis 'Technology is a productive tool because it helps connect people and expands people's scope of knowledge' focus on?

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How technology connects people.

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What is the purpose of the body paragraphs in an essay?

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Body paragraphs provide evidence and support for the thesis statement, elaborating on the main points.

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What is a topic sentence?

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A topic sentence is the first sentence of a paragraph that summarizes the main idea of that paragraph.