EAPP #2

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THESIS STATEMENT

REVIEW:

What is a Thesis Statement?

Thesis Statement

It states the point of your argument explicitly (clearly and without doubt). Think of it as the “road map” to your paper, which sets the argumentative direction or goal.

REVIEW:

What is a Thesis Statement?

Thesis Statement

• A thesis statement must express a complete thought; do not create a fragment.

• A thesis statement must be an answer to the main question of the text.

• A thesis statement must use specific language to develop the paper’s focus.

Topic - what you are writing about

Claim - what you are saying about the topic; something you have to prove as it is your opinion

Points - what you're going to use to prove your claim

​Components of a Thesis Statement

​Components of a Thesis Statement

Topic + Claim + Point/s

“Despite the promises [that] iPhone 4 have on its users, one will need to think twice before buying it just a few weeks after its release.”

​Components of a Thesis Statement

Topic + Claim + Points

“While the price of eating buffet-style is highly affordable and the ambiance of the place elegant, the food that they serve are, at times, not in their best condition.”

Multiple Choice

What component is underlined in the Thesis Statement?

Although the cleaning isn't kept up to a high standard and the cuisine they offer occasionally isn't as wonderful as it once was, they did have nice service and a pleasant atmosphere.

• topic

• claim

• point

Multiple Choice

What component is underlined in the Thesis Statement?

However, there are some weak points in the menu that may negatively impact your experience while eating at Jollibee.

• topic

• claim

• point

Multiple Choice

What component is underlined in the Thesis Statement?

Overall, Trendy Dimsum offers delicious, high-quality Chinese dishes that are must-trys for lovers of Chinese cuisine.

• topic

• claim

• point

Multiple Choice

What component is underlined in the Thesis Statement?

However, even with its reasonable pricing and excellence in taste, cleanliness, as well as service, the ambiance of the place is not so pleasant.

• topic

• claim

• point

Multiple Choice

What component is underlined in the Thesis Statement?

The prices of the items were very affordable and the taste of the food was very delightful.

• topic

• claim

• point

SPECIAL NOTE:

Stop using the same transitional device with our examples!!!

emphasis on the three exclamation marks 😎

REVIEW ACTIVITY

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Multiple Choice

This is written a person who is interested in a particular field.

• review paper

• critique paper

• editorial paper

• position paper

Multiple Choice

Which among the following is NOT a quality of a credible reviewer?

• subjective

• observant

• objective

• honest

Multiple Choice

What is the basis of the body or theme of a critique or a review?

• the thesis statement

• the criteria for critiquing

• the recommendation

• the rating

Multiple Choice

What serves as the hook that could help gain readers and gain their interest?

• the thesis statement

• the title

• the recommendation

• the rating

Multiple Choice

This is written by a expert in the relevant field.

• review paper

• critique paper

• editorial paper

• position paper

Multiple Choice

Which among the following may NOT be included in a critique?

• thesis statement

• criteria for critiquing

• recommendation

• rating

Multiple Choice

What part of a write-up/essay contains the thesis statement?

• introduction

• body

• conclusion

Multiple Choice

For a restaurant review, recommendations are for whom?

• readers

• restaurant owners

• the writer

• restaurant critics

March 7:

• Written Work 2.4 (Writing Reviews and Critiques)

  • True or False

  • Analysis of a Movie Review

• If online classes persist, WW will be done via GForm.

• If formlimiter does not work for any reasons, late turn-ins will receive deductions.

REMINDERS:

March 10:

• If online classes persist, discussion for a lesson.

For PT 2.3:

• submission will be moved to March 13

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