Thesis Statements MiniLesson 25

Multiple Choice

Why is a thesis statement important in an essay?

• It provides a central argument and guides the essay

• It is just a summary of the essay

• It is a list of facts

• It is only used in scientific writing

Open Ended

Describe the three essential parts of a thesis statement and explain how they work together to form a strong thesis.

Multiple Choice

Which 'glue word' should you use when answering a prompt that asks 'Why?'

• because

• is

• by or through

• pick a side

Multiple Choice

What is the purpose of using 'because' as a glue word in response to a 'Why?' prompt?

• To provide a reason for the answer

• To describe an object

• To compare two things

• To list examples

Multiple Choice

Which of the following prompts would most likely require the use of 'by or through' as a glue word?

• Explain how plants make food.

• Explain why dogs bark.

• Explain what a computer is.

• Explain whether cats are better than dogs.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes a thesis statement?

• A summary of your essay's conclusion

• A claim, central argument, main idea, or controlling idea

• A list of sources used in your essay

• A question that your essay will answer