Thesis Statement Review

What does a thesis statement tell readers?

• What you'll prove or explain

• The history of the topic

• The conclusion of the essay

• The bibliography of sources

What is the first step in creating a strong thesis statement?

• Writing the conclusion

• Listing all references

• Identifying the main idea

• Summarizing each paragraph

How long is a typical strong thesis statement?

• One to two sentences.

• Three to four sentences.

• A paragraph.

• A single word.

What is necessary for supporting a strong thesis statement?

• Evidence.

• Assumptions.

• Opinions.

• Guesses.

What is an incorrect characteristic of a strong thesis statement?

• It is a fact or observation.

• It makes a specific claim.

• It can be supported with evidence.

• It takes a clear position.

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a reason why dogs make better pets in the strong statement?

• Trainable

• Social

• Protective

• Friendly

What is the final step in the peer review process?

• Share your thesis

• Ask if the main idea is clear

• Provide constructive feedback

• Ask if the statement can be proven

What is the goal of providing constructive feedback?

• To criticize harshly

• To help improve the work

• To make it longer

• To confuse the writer

What should you ask yourself when revising your thesis?

• Is my thesis long enough?

• Does this match my evidence?

• Can I use more complex words?

• Is my thesis interesting?

What is one way to use digital tools effectively for research?

• Use search terms effectively in databases

• Avoid using search terms

• Only use one source

• Ignore databases