Thesis Statements

When is a child old enough to stay home alone?
A child should be able to stay home alone at the age of 9-12. By this time they are responsible, they can take care of themselves, and it helps to build trust with their parents.

• Good
• Bad

Should students wear school uniforms?
Students should not be forced to wear school uniforms because they make everyone look the same, they are expensive, and they are uncomfortable.

• Good
• Bad

When is a child old enough to stay home alone?
11 because they can make good choices, they are independent, and need practice being an adult. 

• Good
• Bad

Which one is a good thesis statement?

• Always do your homework before watching TV 
• "Whatever you are, be a good one." Abe Lincoln
• Marijuana should not be legalized because it is harmful to your health, will increase crime, & create more drug addicts.
• Marijuana can be used as medicine.

Which of the following is a major component of any thesis?

• making a claim
• providing an amusing anecdote
• being at least three sentences
• only providing facts

Where should a thesis statement appear?

• first paragraph
• anywhere in the essay
• last paragraph
• the first sentence of every paragraph

What three items make up a thesis statement?

• identification of topic, claim (what you believe), and direction (reasons)
• topic sentence, introduction, and conclusion
• introduction, body, and conclusion
• reason 1, reason 2, and reason 3