Thesis Statements

Where does your thesis statement need to appear in your essay?

• At the beginning of your introduction

• At the end of your introduction

• In your body paragraphs

• At the end of your entire essay

What elements make up a thesis statement?

• topic sentence, introduction, and conclusion

• reason 1, reason 2, and reason 3

• introduction, body, and conclusion

• a claim or topic, and supporting reasons or subtopics

True or False: It is best to use a quote in your thesis statement to support your point of view.

• True

• False

True or False: The best thesis statements are formed into a question.

• True

• False

Is this a GOOD or BAD thesis statement?

"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