Thesis Statement

What is a Thesis Statement?

• A contrast between two things.

• The last paragraph at the end of a story.

• A complete sentence that summarizes the main idea.

• The question at the beginning of a story.

Where should the thesis statement appear?

• The first paragraph.

• In the middle of an essay

• At the end of a story.

• In the beginning and end of a story.

What three things equal to a thesis statement?

• Resolution, reasons, and topic.

• Adjective, synonym, and position.

• Topic, position, and reasons.

Choose the best thesis statement:

• Parents need to know how to take care of their kids. Like ask them how they really feel about their life.

• The parents of an anti-social person don't even which assaults their child gets everyday, but if you notice the changes in your child's behavior, there is a chance to help with it.

• Help your kids get better.

• Make you child feel better, ask them how their day was, or help them with homework.

A thesis statement should include reasons or facts that support the main idea of an essay.

• True

• False

Which is NOT a way to start a thesis statement?

• "This essay will talk about..."

• "I am going to talk about..."

• "Today I will be discussing..."

• All of the above

Choose the best thesis statement:

• In Harry potter and the Sorcerer's stone, the main characters take on a quest motivated by bravery and curiosity; as they learn about themselves, they also learn to act for the greater good.

• The main characters were courageous and fearless so they went on an adventure because they were curious.

• The main characters were bold enough to go on a quest to things for the greater good.

A thesis statement should always be at the end of an essay.

• True

• False

What is the purpose of a thesis statement?

• To hook the reader's attention

• To persuade the reader to read more books.

• To teach the reader vocabulary words.

• To state your opinion and/or prove it.

Choose the correct thesis statement:

• School uniforms should not be mandatory in public schools because they take away the diversity and creativity amongst students. It also takes away students' rights and causes them to lose interest in school.

• School uniforms aren't good for people because it can be hard to afford new clothes that cost that much.