Thesis and Introductory Paragraph Review!

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What is a thesis?

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The main point you are trying to prove in your writing.

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What is the first line in an introductory paragraph?

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The hook.

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Should you restate the prompt in your thesis?

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YES.

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Which of these is a 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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What idea must be presented in the introductory paragraph?

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Main argument or thesis statement.

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What is the purpose of a hook in an introductory paragraph?

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To grab the reader's attention.

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What should follow the hook in an introductory paragraph?

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Background information or context.

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What is the role of the thesis statement in an essay?

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To summarize the main argument and guide the direction of the essay.

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Can a thesis statement be a question?

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No, it should be a declarative statement.

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What is an example of a weak thesis statement?

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There are many reasons why people should learn a foreign language.