Identify Correctly Written Thesis Statements

Rewrite the following thesis to be more concise.

1. Smoking should be banned in all public places because it poses a significant health risk to individuals.

• Smoking in public places should be banned to reduce air pollution.

• Smoking in public places should be banned to protect the health of individuals.

• Smoking in public places should only be banned during certain hours of the day.

• Smoking in public places should be allowed to promote social interactions.

Which would be the best thesis for this prompt?

3. The importance of exercise in maintaining a healthy lifestyle cannot be overstated.

• Regular physical activity helps improve cardiovascular health, maintain a healthy weight, strengthen muscles and bones, and boost mental health.

• Physical activity can lead to negative health outcomes

• Exercise has no impact on overall health

• Sitting all day is just as beneficial as regular physical activity

Which would be the best rewrite for this thesis statement.

4. In this essay, I will argue that technology has a negative impact on social interactions.

• Technology positively impacts social interactions by enhancing communication skills, promoting collaboration, and fostering global connections.

• Technology has no impact on social interactions as it is just a tool for communication.

• Technology actually improves social interactions by providing more opportunities for networking and relationship-building.

• Technology negatively impacts social interactions by reducing face-to-face communication, increasing screen time leading to isolation, and diminishing empathy through online interactions.

Which would be the best rewrite for this thesis statement. (what is it missing?)

5. The legalization of marijuana for medical purposes has been a topic of debate for many years.

• The legalization of marijuana for medical purposes has been a topic of debate for many years due to its popularity among teenagers.

• The legalization of marijuana for medical purposes has been a topic of debate for many years due to its positive impact on the environment.

• The legalization of marijuana for medical purposes has been a topic of debate for many years due to its association with violent crimes.

• The legalization of marijuana for medical purposes has been a topic of debate for many years due to various factors.

Which choice would provide the best 3 points for this thesis statement?

6. The role of women in society has evolved significantly over the past century.

• Decreased education, workforce participation, and advocacy for gender equality.

• Limited education, workforce participation, and advocacy for gender equality.

• Increased education, workforce participation, and advocacy for gender equality.

• Unchanged education, workforce participation, and advocacy for gender equality.

True or False: This could function as a correctly written thesis statement.

8. Video games are a valuable educational tool that can enhance cognitive skills.

• Partially true

• Not sure

• True

• False

How can you improve this thesis statement?

9. The impact of social media on teenagers' mental health is a growing concern.

• Social media can negatively impact teenagers' mental health through cyberbullying, comparison, and screen addiction.

• Social media positively impacts teenagers' mental health

• Social media has no impact on teenagers' mental health

• Teenagers' mental health is not affected by social media

What is the best way to improve this thesis statement?

7. The exploration of space has contributed significantly to our understanding of the universe.

• The exploration of space has significantly enhanced our understanding of the universe by revealing the existence of exoplanets, understanding the nature of black holes, and discovering the cosmic microwave background radiation.

• Space exploration has no real benefit to our understanding of the universe.

• Exploring space has little to do with our understanding of the universe.

• Space exploration is too costly and does not contribute to our understanding of the universe.

Which would be the best rewrite for this thesis statement?

2. The rise of digital media is transforming the way we consume news.

• The rise of digital media has no impact on news consumption habits.

• Digital media diminishes the quality of news consumption.

• The rise of digital media enhances our access to news, diversifies our perspectives, and accelerates the dissemination of information.

• Traditional news consumption methods are superior to digital media.

How can this thesis statement be made more specific?

10. Renewable energy sources are crucial for the future.

• Renewable energy sources, such as solar and wind power, are crucial for a sustainable future due to their low environmental impact and renewable nature.

• Renewable energy sources have no real future.

• Renewable energy sources are just one of many options for the future.

• Renewable energy sources are not as crucial as often claimed.