Crafting Clear Thesis Statements

Which of the following is a thesis statement?

• "The sky is blue."

• "The increase in global temperatures is primarily due to human activities, such as the burning of fossil fuels and deforestation."

• "Many people enjoy reading books."

• "Dogs are friendly animals."

What is the main requirement of a prompt that asks you to "analyze the impact of social media on teenagers"?

• Describe what social media is.

• Explain how social media affects teenagers, using specific examples.

• List different social media platforms.

• Define the term "teenagers."

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Which of the following sentences needs revision for clarity and focus?

• "The book was interesting because it had a lot of interesting parts."

• "The novel explores themes of love and betrayal through its complex characters."

• "The movie was about a hero who saves the world."

• "The essay discusses the effects of pollution on marine life."

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Identify the thesis statement in the following paragraph: "Many people believe that exercise is important for maintaining health. Regular physical activity can improve cardiovascular health, strengthen muscles, and enhance mental well-being. Therefore, incorporating exercise into daily routines is essential for a healthy lifestyle."

• "Many people believe that exercise is important for maintaining health."

• "Regular physical activity can improve cardiovascular health, strengthen muscles, and enhance mental well-being."

• "Therefore, incorporating exercise into daily routines is essential for a healthy lifestyle."

• "Exercise is a popular activity."

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Which of the following best supports the argument that "school uniforms improve student discipline"?

• "School uniforms are often blue and white."

• "A study found that schools with uniforms reported fewer disciplinary issues."

• "Many students dislike wearing uniforms."

• "Uniforms can be expensive for families."

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What is the primary focus when revising a thesis statement for clarity?

• Ensuring it is a question.

• Making it as broad as possible.

• Ensuring it clearly states the main argument or point.

• Including as many details as possible.

Which of the following is NOT a requirement when analyzing a prompt?

• Identifying the main task or question.

• Listing unrelated facts.

• Understanding the context of the prompt.

• Determining the type of response needed.

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Which statement is a thesis statement?

• "Cats are cute animals."

• "The economic policies of the 1980s led to significant changes in the global market."

• "Many people enjoy hiking in the mountains."

• "The sun rises in the east."

What is the best way to support an argument in an essay?

• Use personal opinions without evidence.

• Provide evidence and examples that are relevant to the argument.

• Include as many unrelated facts as possible.

• Use vague statements.

Which of the following sentences needs revision for clarity?

• "The car is red."

• "The study, which was conducted over a period of five years, provides valuable insights into climate change."

• "The dog barked loudly."

• "The report was confusing because it was written in a confusing way."