Thesis Sentences

One part of a thesis sentence is the subject.

• True

• False

One part of a thesis sentence is the opinion.

• True

• False

A thesis must be arguable.

• True

• False

A thesis sentence is usually found at the end of the essay or passage.

• True

• False

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

A thesis sentence might include reasons to support the position/opinion.

• True

• False

Could this sentence be a thesis sentence?

The U.S. should ban all gas vehicles.

• True

• False

Could this sentence be a thesis?

Agua Dulce ISD has a dress code policy.

• True

• False

Which part of this thesis sentence is the position/opinion?

Agua Dulce ISD should not have a dress code.

• Agua Dulce ISD dress code

• should not have a dress code

Which is a reason ADISD should not have a dress code?

ADISD should not have a dress code because it prevents students from expressing their personalities.

• ADISD should not have a dress code

• it prevents students from expressing their personalities

• dress code

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

Write a thesis sentence for the following prompt. Include two reasons that support your position.

Should Agua Dulce ISD have a dress code policy for students?