Thesis Statement Practice

The thesis statement structure is: words we take from the prompt_ because (reason #1) and (reason #2).

• false

• true

The thesis statement should guide your body paragraph writing for your essay.

• true

• false

What should you do in an informational essay?

• Tell a story
• Persuade people
• Give information about the topic

Is this a strong or weak thesis statement?

Experiencing happiness in daily activities is important because it leads to a meaningful existence and exciting life.

• STRONG

• WEAK

Which prompt BEST fits the following thesis?

It is important to be passionate about something because passion keeps you engaged in learning more and helps get others involved.

• WRITE an essay explaining whether it is important to find joy in daily activities.

• WRITE an essay explaining whether it is important to be passionate about something.

• WRITE an essay explaining the importance of never giving up.

• WRITE an essay explaining whether it is important to have goals.

Is this thesis statement STRONG or WEAK?

It's important to learn from our experiences because it's important for life.

• STRONG

• WEAK

Which example would work best for the essay explaining whether it is important to have goals?

• For instance, people who take pleasure walking outside to get the mail may have lower levels of stress, which leads to a longer life.

• In fact, many people who share their learning experiences with others also find that it helps them grow into wiser, more mature people.

• Specifically, it is important to not give up on things that matter most to you.

• For example, people who set smart, attainable goals for themselves stay focused and feel more accomplished at the end of the day.

Prompt: Explain the importance of having goals in life.

Reasons in brainstorm: gives you a direction in life, something to work towards, personal growth, strengthens focus and time management, increases resilience

What is the BEST thesis statement for the prompt and brainstorm?

• It's important to have goals in life because it gives someone direction in life.

• Goals are important because someone may never know when they'll need them.

• Goals are important because they give direction in life and increases resilience.

• It's important to have goals in life because they give you a direction in life, something to work towards, personal growth, strengthens focus and time management, increases resilience.

What is the purpose of an informational writing piece?

• To inform/explain

• To express ideas/feelings

• To entertain

• To persuade

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Where does your thesis statement belong in the essay?

• Beginning of the introduction

• End of the introduction

• In the body paragraphs

• In the conclusion