Clarity in Writing

Which thesis statement is more clear and direct?

• Television can be harmful for many reasons.

• Many people think television is harmful for several reasons.

• Television can be harmful due to the time spent watching and the distasteful themes.

Which is the best hook sentence to begin an essay?

• Are you a risk taker?

• A wise man once said, "Risks prove the courageous person."

• Risk-taking separates the courageous from the meek.

Which is the best topic sentence for a body paragraph?

• In this paragraph I'm going to explain one reason why Tv is harmful.

• This paragraph will explain one reason why TV is harmful.

• The extraordinary time spent watching television can be harmful.

The thesis statement drives, or determines, your _______.

• conclusion

• body paragraphs

• title

• hook

Which statement is more clear/less wordy?

• In paragraph 7 it says, "TV can be harmful to your health."

• Paragraph 7 states, "TV can be harmful to your health."

• In paragraph 7 of the article, it states, "TV can be harmful to your health."

Which statement is more clear/less wordy?

• In the passage the author argues that recycling is the best option to improve the environment.

• The author of the passage argues in paragraph 7 that recycling is the best option to improve the environment.

• The author argues that recycling is the best option to improve the environment.

Which is the best thesis for the topic of recycling?

• Dr. T. recycles for three main reasons.

• Dr. T. recycles for the environment, for energy conservation, and to conserve resources.

• Dr. T. lists three main reasons why she recycles.

Which is the best concluding statement for an essay on recycling?

• Other people argue that recycling is just one of many ways to help the environment.

• Everyone should consider at least one way that they can help the environment.

• I will now restate all of the reasons why you should recycle.

Which TAG is most well-written/clear?

• Zweck is the author of the article, "Mental Health," and she gives 3 ways schools can raise awareness.

• Zweck's article "Mental Health" explains 3 ways schools can raise awareness.

• The article "Mental Health," written by Zweck, explains 3 ways schools can raise awareness.

Which sentence is more clear and well-written?

• Although buying a new car can be success for some people, others it would be getting food on the table or being able to get fresh water.

• Although buying a new car means success for some people, success for other people is putting food on the table or having fresh water.