STAAR Thesis Statements

The thesis statement structure is: words we take from the prompt_ because (reason #1) and (reason #2).

• false

• true

The thesis statement should guide your body paragraph writing for your essay.

• true

• false

Which prompt BEST fits the following thesis? Experiencing happiness in daily activities is important because it leads to a meaningful existence and exciting life.

• WRITE an essay explaining whether it is important to find joy in daily activities.

• WRITE an essay explaining whether it is important to have goals.

• WRITE an essay explaining whether it is important to learn from our experiences.

• WRITE an essay explaining the importance of never giving up.

Which prompt BEST fits the following thesis? Never giving up is important because it teaches us to keep searching for answers and to find better ways of solving problems.

• WRITE an essay explaining whether it is important to find joy in daily activities.

• WRITE an essay explaining whether it is important to be passionate about something.

• WRITE an essay explaining the importance of never giving up.

• WRITE an essay explaining whether it is important to have goals.

In the STAAR Composition, where should your thesis statement first show up?

• Introduction Paragraph

• Last sentence of the Introduction Paragraph

• First sentence of the Intro Paragraph

• First sentence of the Body Paragraph

• Conclusion Paragraph

What is the formula for writing the thesis for your STAAR Composition?

• prompt + idea 1

• opinion + example 1 + rebuttal

• prompt + idea 1 and idea 2

• God help me please!

What is the main purpose of a thesis statement in an essay?

• To outline each paragraph of the essay

• To provide evidence to support the essay's arguments

• To state the main idea or argument of the essay

• To summarize the conclusion of the essay

Which of the following is a characteristic of a strong thesis statement?

• It is a question that the essay will answer.

• It is a general statement of fact.

• It clearly states the author's position on a topic.

• It provides a summary of the essay.

What is the best way to revise a thesis statement to make it more argumentative?

• Add more details and examples to the statement

• Include a question that the essay will answer

• State a clear position or viewpoint on the topic

• Make the statement more general to cover a wide range of ideas

Which of the following is NOT a method for supporting a thesis statement?

• Presenting statistical data

• Offering personal opinions without evidence

• Citing examples from credible sources

• Using quotations from experts in the field