Writing Terms.

Pick the best example of a THESIS statement for a paper on Of Mice and Men.

• Throughout the book Of Mice and Men, George and Lenny are friends.
• Throughout the book Of Mice and Men, Steinbeck shows us that discrimination hurts people.
• Throughout the book Of Mice and Men, Steinbeck shows that discrimination causes men to become isolated and bitter.

Write a Thesis Statement about why you might deserve an "A" in English.

Holidays are always a lot of fun.

• It is not concise
• It is not specific
• It is not arguable
• Perfect in every way

During the summer we get time off from school.

• It is not concise
• It is not specific
• It is not arguable
• Perfect in every way

Summer break is a time for physical activities and emotional recovery from the school year.

• It is not concise
• It is not specific
• It is not arguable
• Perfect in every way

Going to the pool is an exciting social activity that also gives you exercise.

• It is not concise
• It is not specific
• It is not arguable
• Perfect in every way

Pick the ASSERTION for the attached paragraph about Romeo and Juliet.

• Her parents tell her to marry Paris, so that she will be cared for, but she disagrees with their choice.
• Juliet acts quickly and without considering her actions.
• "What kind of devil are you to torment me like this?" (III, ii, 48).
• Juilet yells at her mom.

Write an assertion for why summer is the best season.