E9A: THESIS STATEMENTS

Exploring various viewpoints enhances human understanding of the world, as it allows people to consider different angles and influences on their personal growth.

IS THIS A THESIS STATEMENT?

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With a population in the billions, the world is filled with billions of unique perspectives. 

IS THIS A THESIS STATEMENT?

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Examining the impact of stereotypes on individuals and communities is crucial for promoting a more tolerant and open-minded world.

IS THIS A THESIS STATEMENT?

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Stereotypes can limit personal growth, hinder human connection, and lead to serious conflict. 

IS THIS A THESIS STATEMENT?

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Many people report stereotyping others and being stereotyped themselves. 

IS THIS A THESIS STATEMENT?

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One meaning of the word “other” is about exclusion, being kept at a distance from a dominant group because of differences that seem scary, foreign, or threatening.

IS THIS A THESIS STATEMENT?

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Cultivating an open-minded perspective not only enriches people's lives but also contributes to more harmonious friendships, families, and communities.

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When humans have an open-mind, they consider things from various perspectives.

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Revise this sentence into a specific opinion statement, a thesis, that could be defended in a definition essay. [No first person or second person: "I" or "you."]

People have unique identities in the stories we read in English 9A.

[So what? Why does this matter? What are the reasons or the consequences?]

Revise this sentence into a specific opinion statement, a thesis, that could be defended in a definition essay. (No first or second person: "I" or "you.")

Sometimes I feel like I don't know what my perspective is and then I meet someone who influences me.

[So what? Why does this matter? How does this matter? Is this an issue beyond the personal? What causes this? What are the consequences?]