Thesis Statement

Why should a thesis statement be debatable?

• To summarize the essay

• To encourage discussion and argumentation

• To introduce the topic

• To provide facts and evidence

What is the purpose of including sub-topics in a thesis statement?

• To provide a clear structure for the essay

• To help organize and categorize the main arguments
  

• To showcase the writer's ability to include diverse topics
  

• To repeat information

• To guide the reader through the key points that will be discussed
  

Which of the following is an example of a direct thesis statement?

• The recent increase in the rate of crime in the country is the result of political, social, and economic factors.

• Biological need, social environment, and psychological satisfaction are three reasons why people take risks.

• The important problems facing South American countries today require immediate attention.

• The lack of affordable housing, inadequate public assistance, and the breakdown of the family are three causes of homelessness.

Which of the following is an example of an indirect thesis statement?

• The important problems facing South American countries today require immediate attention.

• The lack of affordable housing, inadequate public assistance, and the breakdown of the family are three causes of homelessness.

• Biological need, social environment, and psychological satisfaction are three reasons why people take risks.

• The recent increase in the rate of crime in the country is the result of political, social, and economic factors.

What should a thesis statement be based on?

• The introduction of the essay

• Personal anecdotes and experiences

• The topic or issue being addressed

• The writer's perspective or stance on the topic

Because high school offers more class choices, increased personal freedom, and additional extracurricular activities, it is a better educational institution than middle school.

• Strong thesis statement

• Weak thesis statement

how many sentences do you need to make a good thesis statement

• 1-2

• 3-4

A thesis statement is formed as a what

• Question

• Statement

a thesis statement clearly points out the subject of the writing

• True

• False

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