Thesis Sentence Practice

Which is a better thesis statement?

• Today's movies do not have the emotional impact of the classic horror movies of the 1940s.

• Many people do not like to watch violent horror movies.

"In this essay, I will discuss the crime rate in Mountain City." Why is this NOT a good thesis statement?

• It's a title.

• It's a fact.

• It's too wordy.

• It's too general.

Which two of the following should thesis statements avoid?

• The first person

• Making an argument

• Stating a fact

• Having one or two sentences

Which is a better thesis statement?

• Reading makes people happy.

• Reading is useful in relieving stress, gaining knowledge, and investing time wisely.

"Cost of Living" is not a good thesis statement because:

• It is too wordy.

• It is too general.

• It contains a title.

• It contains a fact.

Which two of the following should a thesis statement include?

• An indirect opinion about the topic

• Stating a fact

• Addressing two topics at once

• One or two sentences

Which of the following is a better thesis statement?

• The recycling of one aluminum can save enough energy to run a TV for three hours.

• Recycling is one of the most important jobs a person can do to protect environment.

"Critical thinking is a good skill" is not a good thesis statement because

• It is a fact.

• It is too wordy.

• It is too general.

• It is a title.

Which is a better topic sentence for a body paragraph?

• Community service projects include building shelter for the homeless, serving meals to the hungry, donating clothes to less fortunate, and a large number of other helpful activities.

• Students should help others who are less fortunate.

Which is a better thesis statement?

• Schools should increase the amount of recess time in each day because physical activity helps our brains work better.

• I think the amount of recess we get everyday should be longer.