Thesis Statements

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What is a topic sentence?

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A sentence that expresses the main idea of the paragraph.

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What is a thesis statement?

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A sentence that summarizes the main point or claim of an essay.

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Where should the thesis statement be placed in an essay?

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The last sentence of the introduction paragraph.

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What is the purpose of a thesis statement?

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To provide a clear direction for the essay and to help organize the writer's thoughts.

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What makes a strong thesis statement?

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It should be specific, arguable, and provide a roadmap for the essay.

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Is 'Friendship is cool' a strong thesis statement?

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No, it is too vague and does not provide a clear argument.

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What is an example of a strong thesis statement?

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It is important to have a good friend because they'll be the ones who will be with you when you take your last breath in the end.

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True or False: A good thesis statement helps the writer organize his/her essay.

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True.

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What is a complete thesis statement?

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A statement that contains a claim and a reason.

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Is 'Grades are unnecessary in college' a complete thesis statement?

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No, it is either missing a claim or reason.