Thesis Statements

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.11-12.8

CCSS.RI.7.8

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

Which topic sentence DOES NOT belong with the thesis below?
The best kind of pet is a cat because they are friendly, low maintenance, and have great personalities.

• First, cats are affectionate creatures.
• Next, cats are inexpensive.
• In addition, it is not hard to take care of a cat.
• Finally, every cat has a unique personality.

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CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RI.8.3

CCSS.RI.8.5

Which topic sentence DOES NOT belong with the thesis below?
Although there are those who claim otherwise, sports are not overrated because they keep people active, provide entertainment, and instill valuable life lessons in those that play them.

• To begin with, sports can be an important part of an active lifestyle.
• Next, sports teams help build a sense of community and pride in a school.
• Moreover, even if you aren't playing a sport, it is relatively cheap entertainment to watch.
• Finally, the learning that occurs on the field is as important as that which occurs in the classroom.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Which topic sentence DOES NOT belong with the thesis below?
Although there are those who claim otherwise, sports are not overrated because they keep people active, provide entertainment, and instill valuable life lessons in those that play them.

• To begin with, sports can be an important part of an active lifestyle.
• Next, sports teams help build a sense of community and pride in a school.
• Moreover, even if you aren't playing a sport, it is relatively cheap entertainment to watch.
• Finally, the learning that occurs on the field is as important as that which occurs in the classroom.

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.8.8

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.

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, and creates more drug addicts.

• Marijuana can be used as medicine.

Is the following a good thesis statement:

Thor is better than Iron Man because he has an indestructible hammer, he does not need a suit of armor, and he has super strength.

• Yes

• No

Is the following an example of a strong or weak thesis:

In my opinion, the best physical fitness activities for healthy weight loss is walking, jogging, and sprinting for thirty minutes a day.

• strong

• weak