Thesis Statement Quiz

What is a thesis statement?

• A general idea of what the essay is about
• A summary of the main idea
• A statement that explains the main idea of an essay
• A suggestion that you should read the essay

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CCSS.RI.8.2

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.

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CCSS.W.8.1B

CCSS.W.8.1A

CCSS.W.8.4

CCSS.W.8.1C

Where should a thesis statement appear?

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

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CCSS.RI.6.5

Which CLAIM is the strongest for the following thesis statements?

• Violent video games are harmful for young people to play.
• Violent video games are harmful to young people, and it should be stopped.
• Violent video games are harmful for young people to play because  children can become desensitized to death.
• Violent video games are harmful for young people because they should be reading a book.

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CCSS.W.8.1B

CCSS.RI.8.8

Choose the strong thesis.

•  I would like to become a chef when I finish school
•  Although both chefs and cooks can prepare fine meals, chefs differ from cooks in   education, professional commitment, and artistry.

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CCSS.W.8.1B

CCSS.W.8.1A

CCSS.W.8.4

Which topic sentence DOES NOT belong with the thesis below?
Schools should start later in the day because it would allow for more sleep, aid efforts at better nutrition, and be more convenient for both students and parents.

• To begin, if school started later, it would also get out later.
• Also, teens would be able to sleep in longer and feel more rested for the start of the day.
• Furthermore, it will be easier to eat a healthy breakfast if there is more time to do so.
• Most importantly, a later start time would be easier for parents and students to plan around.

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CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RI.8.8

Which topic sentence DOES NOT belong with the thesis below?
The best ways to be a good friend include being honest, supportive, and available.

• First, a good friend never gives you a reason to doubt their honesty or trustworthiness.
• In addition, a good friend is always cheering you on and lending you a shoulder to cry on.
• Furthermore, a good friend always makes time for you.
• Most importantly, a true friend would never intentionally hurt you.

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CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RI.8.3

What is the purpose of the thesis?

• To remind your reader what your paper is about
• To state your opinion or claim and prove it
• To hook the reader's attention
• To use vocabulary words

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CCSS.W.8.1B

CCSS.W.8.1A