English 10B Semester Review

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

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 topic sentence would match this thesis?
Although the living situation is atypical, Anne Frank's experience is typical with her relationships.

• Anne and Peter's date is a typical teen moment.
• Anne Frank's story is important.
• Awkward moments are difficult.
• Anne Frank's experience is atypical.

Which topic sentence would match this thesis?
People today should know Anne Frank's story because it can prevent future tragedies.

• Future tragedies can be prevented.
• Anne Frank's diary is well-written.
• There are a few amazing quotes in her diary.
• People today are not listening.

Which thesis statement would fit with this topic sentence?
Anne must give up her freedom and hide from the government.

• Anne's experience is not like the typical teen experience because she has no freedom.
• Anne Frank's diary reminds us to value the power of love.
• People today can learn about optimism from Anne Frank's story.
• Everyone should read Anne Frank's diary

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CCSS.RI.11-12.10

CCSS.RI.7.10

CCSS.RI.8.10

CCSS.RI.9-10.10

CCSS.RL. 11-12.9

Which example below is the best thesis?

• Anne Frank is a writer.
• The cat is symbolic in the play.
• Mrs. Frank did not like Mr. VanDaan because he stole bread, smoked cigarettes and fought with Mrs. VanDaan.
• Anne Frank's diary should be read by students because she offers a powerful perspective on history.

Which example below is the best thesis?

• She is an important person for many reasons.
• People are always good at heart.
• People are never good at heart.
• Based on history, literature and current events, people are good at heart.

What is the purpose of a topic sentence?

• Explain an example from an outside source.
• Grab the reader's attention
• Connect the body paragraph to the thesis idea.
• Clearly state the focus for the entire essay.

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CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

What is the purpose of a hook?

• Explain an example from an outside source.
• Grab the reader's attention
• Connect the body paragraph to the thesis idea.
• Clearly state the focus for the entire essay.

What is the purpose of a citation?

• Explain an example from an outside source.
• Grab the reader's attention
• Connect the body paragraph to the thesis idea.
• Clearly state the focus for the entire essay.