Thesis Statements

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Is the following a complete thesis statement:
"I would like to become a chef when I finish school."

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No, it is either missing a claim or reason.

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Is the following a complete thesis statement:

"Though many people dismiss hip hop as offensive, hip hop music offers urban youth an important opportunity for artistic expression, and allows them to articulate the poetry of the street."

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Yes, it contains a claim and a reason.

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How long should a thesis statement be?

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1 - 2 Sentences

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Claim + _________ = Thesis Statement

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Reason

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Where should a thesis statement appear?

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At the end of the introductory paragraph

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Which thesis statement is BEST fit for the following prompt: Write an essay explaining why technology is so important to teenagers.

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Teenagers using technology in today's world is vital to succeed in the 21st century because it establishes self-worth and independence.

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Which of these makes the best thesis statement?

• The reasons why I came to the United States to study.
• There were many reasons why I came to the United States to study.
• Coming to the United states to study is important because for a different education and a new outlook on life.

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Coming to the United states to study is important because for a different education and a new outlook on life.

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Which of these makes the best thesis statement?

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Knowing a foreign language is a very useful skill because it can help one advance in a career, relate better to others, and open one's mind to the ideas of another culture.

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Should a thesis statement include your opinion and evidence to support your claim?

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True

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What is a thesis statement?

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A summary of your position on the topic of your paper