thesis

The thesis statement should include your opinion on the points your are analyzing.

• True
• False

Where should a thesis statement appear?

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

What three items make up a thesis statement?

• identification of topic, claim (what you believe), and direction (reasons)
• topic sentence, introduction, and conclusion
• introduction, body, and conclusion
• reason 1, reason 2, and reason 3

When is a child old enough to stay home alone?
11 because they can make good choices, they are independent, and need practice being an adult. 

• Good
• Bad

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

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

Choose the strong thesis.

•  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.

What is the purpose of the thesis?

• To remind your reader what your paper is about
• To state your opinion or claim and prove it
• To hook the reader's attention
• To use vocabulary words

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

• True
• False

A thesis should be

• clear, presents main argument of the claim and relevant.

• funny, in depth and complex

• long, an opinion and paraphrased

• aligned, relevant and tired