Thesis- 11/3

Where should a thesis statement first appear?

• 1st paragraph

• 2nd paragraph

• 3rd paragraph

• anywhere in the essay

Which of the following is a major component of any thesis?

• making a claim

• providing an amusing anecdote

• being at least three sentences

• only providing facts

What is the purpose of the thesis?

• to remind your reader what your paper is not about

• to state your opinion or claim or prove it

• to hook the reader's attention

• to use vocab word

A thesis statement is how long?

• a paragraph

• an essay

• a sentence

• 3 sentences

A thesis statement should....

• be a claim that could be argued

• be the first person

• use unclear language

• state a fact

The thesis statement should express a main idea that links to supporting points.

• true

• false

The thesis statement should guide your body paragraph writing for your essay.

• True

• False

Thesis statements can be questions.

• true

• false

Choose the strongest thesis statement.

• I would like to become a chef when I finish school.

• Although both chefs and cooks can prepare fine meals, chefs differ from cooks in education, professional commitment, and artistry.

• I would like to become a chef when I finish school to learn, grow my knowledge, and experience the culinary world.

• Although both chefs and cooks can prepare fine meals, chefs excel in education, professional commitment, and artistry.

Which of the following is the strongest 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 gaming is harmful for young people because it promotes a sedentary lifestyle, encourages violence, and can cause children to become desensitized.

• Violent video games and playing them are harmful for young people because they should be reading a book instead of wasting time and energy on a mindless activity.