Thesis Statements

Arjun is writing an essay for his English class. His classmate, Abigail, asks him where the thesis statement should appear. What should Arjun tell her?

• In the first paragraph

• Anywhere in the essay

• In the last paragraph

• In the first sentence of every paragraph

Mia is writing her thesis statement for a research paper. What should she avoid in her thesis statement?

• Facts

• Taking a side

• Using 'I', 'me' or 'my'

Daniel is writing a thesis statement for his research paper. According to his teacher, Zoe, what must Daniel's thesis statement include?

• Six examples from his personal life

• Only two words

• Three reasons or details supporting his argument

In a classroom discussion, Ava asked Liam, 'How long is a thesis statement usually?'

• A paragraph

• A sentence

• An essay

• Five sentences

In a research paper about the effects of social media on mental health, what should Daniel's thesis statement tell the reader?

• How old Daniel is

• The conclusion of Daniel's paper

• The point of Daniel's paper

Evelyn is writing an essay and she needs to know what the reasons or details in her thesis statement equal.

• The introduction

• The conclusion

• The three body paragraphs

In a group project, Nora, Ava, and Aria are discussing their roles. Aria suggests that her role is similar to a thesis statement. This would mean her role is similar to:

• a log she found in the forest

• an answer she gave in a quiz

• an outline of their project plan

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During a class discussion, Isla made a statement: 'Mrs. McLeese is so nice.' Is this a thesis statement?

• Yes.

• No.

Is this a correct thesis statement?

Evelyn thinks Mrs. McLeese is really nice because she cares for her students, loves dogs, and has strong family values. Arjun and James agree with her.

• Yes.

• No.

Rohan, Mason, and Grace are part of a school project on environmental conservation. They are discussing the best way to present their thesis statement on increasing recycling programs. Which statement should they choose?

• Cities should increase recycling programs to help people save money, protect the environment, and save energy.

• Cities should increase recycling programs.

• I think recycling is good for the community and environment.