Which supporting detail best supports this topic sentence? Dora the Explorer is an educational show for kids.

Dora helps teach kids Spanish words.

She has a really cute monkey named Boots.

Dora's purple backpack holds all of her tools.

She usually stops Swiper from swiping.

Select the best topic sentence for the paragraph. Most people already know they should eat fruits and vegetables to stay healthy. It is also important to get exercise. It is equally important to get enough sleep at night.

There are many things you should do to stay healthy.

Being healthy requires a lot of work.

Eating right is the best way to stay healthy.

Select the best topic sentence for the paragraph. Reading helps people do well in school and their jobs. It is also a way to learn new things about our interests. Some people read to escape to different worlds.

There are many good things that can come from reading.

Reading is only good if you want to do well in school.

Select the best topic sentence for the paragraph. When the teacher walks in, we are always ready for class. We don't talk when the teacher is talking, and are always respectful. No one ever gets in trouble.

Our class is always well behaved.

Our teacher likes our class the most.

The other class is way worse than our class.

Select the best topic sentence for the paragraph. Celebrities have to look almost perfect all the time. They also sacrifice their private lives. Finally, they are in danger of having crazy fans.

Being a celebrity is often difficult.

When I grow up, I want to be a celebrity.

Celebrities make more money than most people.

Brad Pitt is a celebrity everyone has heard of.

Select the best topic sentence for the paragraph. When you bake cookies, you first have to make sure you have all the ingredients. Then you have to mix them together. Finally, you have to put them in the oven.

There are a few steps you must follow when making cookies.

Baking cookies is really easy to do.

My grandma has the best cookies recipe.

Cookies are easier to make than cake.

Select the best topic sentence for the paragraph. Johnny has to spend twice as long on his math homework. Sometime he gets the numbers mixed up, and he can't remember the formulas. He has to study and practice a lot to get good grades in math.

Math is Johnny's most difficult class.

Johnny has a difficult time in school.

Reading is Johnny's favorite subject.

Math is the worst subject ever.

What is a thesis statement?

A statement that explains the main idea of an essay

A general idea of what the essay is about

A suggestion that you should read the essay

Where should a thesis statement appear?

the first sentence of every paragraph

Which CLAIM is the strongest for the following thesis statements?

Violent video games are harmful for young people to play because children can become desensitized to death.

Violent video games are harmful for young people to play.

Violent video games are harmful to young people, and it should be stopped.

Violent video games are harmful for young people because they should be reading a book.

Which topic sentence DOES NOT belong with the thesis below? The best kind of pet is a cat because they are friendly, low maintenance, and have great personalities.

First, cats are affectionate creatures.

In addition, it is not hard to take care of a cat.

Finally, every cat has a unique personality.

Which topic sentence DOES NOT belong with the thesis below? More than anyone else, I admire my mother because she is talented, kind, and selfless.

One reason I admire my mother is because of her faith.

My mother is also admirable because of her impressive skills.

Furthermore, my mother is extremely caring.

Lastly, she puts everyone else before herself.

Which topic sentence DOES NOT belong with the thesis below? Although there are those who claim otherwise, sports are not overrated because they are keep people active, they provide entertainment, and instill valuable life lessons in those that play them.

Next, sports teams help build a sense of community and pride in a school.

To begin with, sports can be an important part of an active lifestyle.

Moreover, even if you aren't playing a sport, it is relatively cheap entertainment to watch.

Finally, the learning that occurs on the field is as important as that which occurs in the classroom.

Which topic sentence DOES NOT belong with the thesis below? Schools should start later in the day because it would allow for more sleep, aid efforts at better nutrition, and be more convenient for both students and parents.

To begin, if school started later, it would also get out later.

Also, teens would be able to sleep in longer and feel more rested for the start of the day.

Furthermore, it will be easier to eat a healthy breakfast if there is more time to do so.

Most importantly, a later start time would be easier for parents and students to plan around.

Which topic sentence DOES NOT belong with the thesis below? The best ways to be a good friend include being honest, supportive, and available.

Most importantly, a true friend would never intentionally hurt you.

First, a good friend never gives you a reason to doubt their honesty or trustworthiness.

In addition, a good friend is always cheering you on and lending you a shoulder to cry on.

Furthermore, a good friend always makes time for you.

A thesis statement should not directly announce your topic by using phrases such as, “This essay will talk about …” or “I am going to tell you …” Which of the following makes the best thesis statement?

Even though marriage is a strong and respected institution in Russia, more and more people are choosing to live together before marriage, despite the cultural pressures

I am going to explain why many couples in Russia are choosing to live together rather than get married.

A thesis statement is a complete sentence or sentences. A thesis statement is not a question. Which of these is a thesis statement?

Knowing a foreign language is a very useful skill that can help one advance in a career, relate better to others, and open one’s mind to the ideas of another culture.

Why should people know a foreign language?

A thesis statement states an attitude or opinion on a topic. It doesn't just state the topic, itself. A thesis should not be a fact. Which of these is a thesis statement?

Michaelangelo’s artwork is powerful because of its strong spiritual undertones.

Michaelangelo’s artwork is famous and is admired by many.

Michaelangelo was a great artist in Rome during the 1500’s.

Which of these makes the best thesis statement?

Some of the major causes behind common diseases in the United States can be traced to three main factors: poor diet, lack of exercise, and smoking.

What are some of the main causes behind many of our diseases in the United States today?

This essay examines some of the major causes behind many of our diseases in the United States today.

Which thesis is stronger?

Because half of all American elementary students consume nine times the recommended daily allowance of sugar, schools should be required to replace sugary snack and drinks with healthier options

More attention should be paid to the food and beverage choices available to the elementary school children.

Experts estimate that half of elementary students consume nine times the recommended daily allowance of sugar, leading them to become obese and prediabetic.

Reducing sugar consumption by elementary students is a moral obligation.

Which of the following is not a function of a thesis statement?

To leave a final impression on your reader

To announce the topic of your paper to your reader

To reflect a perspective on a topic

To provide a blueprint of your essay to the reader

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Select the supporting detail that doesn't fit.Topic Sentence: Reading class is really interesting.

Select the supporting detail that doesn't fit.Topic Sentence: Candy is not a healthy treat.

Select the supporting detail that doesn't fit.Topic Sentence:Doing your homework has many benefits.

Select the supporting detail that doesn't fit.Topic Sentence: Schools should eliminate summer vacation.

Select the supporting detail that doesn't fit.Topic Sentence: Elephants are very intelligent animals.

Select the supporting detail that doesn't fit.Topic Sentence: My cat is afraid of everything.

Which supporting detail best supports this topic sentence?It takes a lot of hard work to become a professional athlete.

Which supporting detail best supports this topic sentence?Dora the Explorer is an educational show for kids.

Select the best topic sentence for the paragraph.Most people already know they should eat fruits and vegetables to stay healthy. It is also important to get exercise. It is equally important to get enough sleep at night.

Select the best topic sentence for the paragraph.Reading helps people do well in school and their jobs. It is also a way to learn new things about our interests. Some people read to escape to different worlds.

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Select the supporting detail that doesn't fit.
Topic Sentence: Reading class is really interesting.

Select the supporting detail that doesn't fit.
Topic Sentence: Candy is not a healthy treat.

Select the supporting detail that doesn't fit.
Topic Sentence:Doing your homework has many benefits.

Select the supporting detail that doesn't fit.
Topic Sentence: Schools should eliminate summer vacation.

Select the supporting detail that doesn't fit.
Topic Sentence: Elephants are very intelligent animals.

Select the supporting detail that doesn't fit.
Topic Sentence: My cat is afraid of everything.

Which supporting detail best supports this topic sentence?
It takes a lot of hard work to become a professional athlete.

Which supporting detail best supports this topic sentence?
Dora the Explorer is an educational show for kids.

Select the best topic sentence for the paragraph.
Most people already know they should eat fruits and vegetables to stay healthy. It is also important to get exercise. It is equally important to get enough sleep at night.

Select the best topic sentence for the paragraph.
Reading helps people do well in school and their jobs. It is also a way to learn new things about our interests. Some people read to escape to different worlds.