Thesis Statement

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. 9-10.8

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.11-12.8

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.11-12.5

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

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.8

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.11-12.8

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.11-12.5

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

• True
• False

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

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 provide a blueprint of your essay to the reader

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CCSS.W.9-10.2A

Which of the following is a strong thesis statement?

• 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  it promotes a sedentary lifestyle, encourages violence, and can cause children to become desensitized to death.
• Violent video games are harmful for young people because they should be reading a book.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.8

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.11-12.8

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.11-12.5

Which of the following is a strong thesis statement?

•  I would like to become a chef when I finish school because I like to cook.
•  Although both chefs and cooks can prepare fine meals, chefs differ from cooks in   education, professional commitment, and artistry.
• Both chefs and cooks prepare meals but are different in several ways.
• A career in the culinary arts is a good choice for many reasons.

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CCSS.W.9-10.1

CCSS.W.9-10.1A

CCSS.W.9-10.1B

Pick the best thesis statement.

• The relationship between the feminist movement and the use of sexist language
• What is the relationship between the feminist movement and the use of sexist language?
• By raising public awareness of careless language habits and changing the image of women, the feminist movement has helped to bring about a decline in the use of sexist language.
• The feminist movement is largely responsible for the decline of sexist language.

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CCSS.RI.9-10.2

CCSS.RI.9-10.8

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

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CCSS.L.1.1J

CCSS.L.2.1F

CCSS.L.4.1C

What should a hook do for your essay?

• get the reader's attention

• make people want to not read further

• explain your position

• conclude the essay

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CCSS.W.7.3A