How to Write a Convincing Thesis Statement

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a thesis statement primarily composed of?
A factual statement
A list of unrelated ideas
A question and an answer
An opinion with three supporting reasons
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is NOT a step in creating a thesis statement?
Ensuring the topic is an opinion
Listing three supporting reasons
Writing the thesis statement
Writing a conclusion
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why is 'I love video games' not a suitable thesis statement?
It is not a fixable problem
It lacks supporting reasons
It is not an opinion
It is too long
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What makes 'longer recess' a good topic for a thesis statement?
It is a popular opinion
It has three supporting reasons
It is a factual statement
It is a short statement
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the purpose of listing three reasons in a thesis statement?
To summarize the topic
To confuse the reader
To provide evidence for the opinion
To make the statement longer
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