Thesis Statement Quiz

What is a thesis statement?

• A question in the essay

• A sentence with the main idea of the essay

• A sentence in the body paragraph

• A summary of the essay

Where can you usually find a thesis statement?

• In the conclusion

• At the start of the essay

• At the end of the introduction

• In the title

What is a topic sentence?

• The main idea of the whole essay

• The main idea of a paragraph

• The last sentence of the essay

• The title of the essay

How is a thesis statement different from a topic sentence?

• Thesis is for the essay; topic sentence is for a paragraph

• Thesis is shorter than topic sentence

• They are the same

• Thesis is always a question

Why is a thesis statement important?

• It fills the introduction

• It tells the reader what to expect

• It makes the essay longer

• It is optional

What kind of sentence is a thesis statement?

• A question

• A declarative statement

• A title

• A quote

Which is a good thesis statement?

• I will talk about the benefits of reading.

• Reading is fun and people should do it.

• Reading enriches our minds and should be encouraged.

• What makes reading enjoyable?

Why put the thesis in the introduction?

• To make the essay longer

• To help readers know the main idea early

• To surprise readers

• Because it is a rule

Which is NOT true about a thesis statement?

• It is clear and specific

• It gives the main idea

• It is in the last paragraph

• It gives direction

What should a topic sentence do?

• Introduce the essay's thesis

• Introduce the main idea of a paragraph

• Be in the introduction only

• Be longer than the conclusion