Essay Elements 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

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.8

CCSS.RL.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI. 9-10.8

CCSS.RI.8.8

True or False: The thesis statement should express a main idea that links to supporting points in the body paragraphs.

• True
• False

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CCSS.RI.9-10.2

CCSS.W.9-10.1A

CCSS.W.9-10.1C

Where should a thesis statement appear?

• first and last paragraph

• anywhere in the essay

• the last sentence of your essay

• the first sentence of every paragraph

How many parts should there be in a thesis statement?

• Four

• Three

• Two 

• One

Should you repeat or restate the thesis in the conclusion?

• repeat in exactly the same way

• restate in a new way, but with the same ideas

Which of the following is an example of a personal pronoun, which shouldn't be in an essay?

• He

• She

• Me

• They

True or False: It is best to use a quote in your thesis statement to support your point of view.

• True
• False

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CCSS.W.9-10.1

CCSS.W.9-10.1A

CCSS.W.9-10.1B

True or False: The best thesis statements are formed into a question.

• True
• False

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CCSS.W.11-12.1A

CCSS.W.11-12.1B

CCSS.W.11-12.4

True or False: There is a difference between the thesis statement and the topic sentence.

• True
• False

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CCSS.W.8.1A

CCSS.W.8.2A

Which of the following is not a function of a thesis statement?

• To announce the topic of your paper to your reader
• To reflect a perspective on a topic
• To leave a final impression on your reader
• To outline your essay's ideas to the reader