WorksheetsThesis statement
Total questions: 22
Worksheet time: 11mins
The thesis statement should express a main idea that links to supporting points
true
false
How long should a thesis statement be?
one paragraph
one sentence
two sentences
a phrase
What is the purpose of a thesis statement
to be a pretty sentence
to be a sentence in your introduction
to introduce your paper to the reader
to explain what your essay will be about
What is a thesis statement?
a general idea overview of the topic
a summary of the main idea
a statement that explains the main idea of an essay
a suggestion that your should read the essay
Clain + _____________ = thesis
opinion
reason
thesis
paragraphs
Where should a thesis statement appear?
first paragraph, end of paragraph
anywhere in the essay
the first sentence of the first paragraph
last paragraph
A thesis should never
ask question
state your opinion
give two reasons
be short and to the point
A thesis should never...
state "This paper will be about"
state reasons to support the claim
state "I will discuss"
A good thesis is like
sailing on the ocean
a list
a salad
GPS or map
When creating a thesis statement, it is important to think about your...
task
audience
purpose
all of the above
What should NOT be included in an argumentative essay?
facts
opinions
conclusion
first person pronouns
What is the purpose of an argumentative essay?
to describe an event with vivid details that would appeal to the reader's senses
to explain information by presenting an idea and relevant evidence
to persuade the reader to change his/her mind and agree with the writer
to entertain the reader by telling a story
Why should you have a thesis statement in your essay?
It lists good examples that will be mentioned in your essay.
It allows you to develop a strong argument in your paper.
It hooks the reader to your essay
It acts as a guide for your reader, and tells them what you intend to prove in your essay.
Which prompt BEST fits the following thesis? "It is crucial to keep promises that are made because oath breakers lose trust and may be seen as unreliable in a time of need."
Write an essay explaining whether it is important to learn from our experiences.
Write an essay explaining the importance of never giving up.
Write an essay explaining the importance of setting goals.
Write an essay explaining why it is important to keep the promises you make.
Which thesis statement is BEST fit for the following prompt: Write an essay explaining whether it is every okay to break the rules.
Breaking the rules should be allowed during emergencies because it can help someone that is hurt.
Both breaking and not breaking the rules have good and bad aspects to each.
I think breaking the rules should be allowed if it is necessary because there would be less crime if there were people to stop it and I believe it would allow citizens to step up when something is wrong.
Breaking the rules is unacceptable because there are rules set in society to keep order and going against the structure that is set in place would cause chaos.
Which thesis statement is BEST fit for the following prompt: Write an essay explaining whether it is important to laugh.
It is important to laugh because life would just be boring without it.
Humor is vital in life because it makes you happy and smile more.
Laughter is a necessity to have in life since it brightens many people's days and is the key to true happiness.
Humor makes everyone feel happy and is the key to true happiness.
Which thesis statement is BEST fit for the following prompt: Write an essay explaining why technology is so important to teenagers.
Technology is important in the world because it helps us communicate with our friends and loved ones.
Teenagers using technology in today's world is vital to succeed in the 21st century because it establishes self-worth and independence.
Technology is important to teens because it helps stay connected to the news.
It is vital to use technology in this world because it establishes self-worth and independence.
Which prompt BEST fits the following thesis?
WRITE an essay explaining whether it is important to find joy in daily activities.
WRITE an essay explaining whether it is important to learn from our experiences.
WRITE an essay explaining whether it is important to have goals.
WRITE an essay explaining the importance of never giving up.
Which prompt BEST fits the following thesis? "If you give up on reaching one goal, you are more likely to keep giving up in the future."
WRITE an essay explaining whether it is important to find joy in daily activities.
WRITE an essay explaining the importance of never giving p.
WRITE an essay explaining whether it is important to be passionate about something.
WRITE an essay explaining whether it is important to have goals.
Which prompt BEST fits the following thesis? "Having passion can give you motivation when times get tough."
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 whether it is important to have goals.
WRITE an essay explaining the importance of never giving up.
Which prompt BEST fits the following thesis? "Having something to work for can give you a sense of purpose."
WRITE an essay explaining whether it is important to find joy in daily activities.
WRITE an essay explaining the importance of never giving up.
WRITE an essay explaining whether it is important to be passionate about something.
WRITE an essay explaining whether it is important to have goals.
Which prompt BEST fits the following thesis? "When you show others that you quit, you can become a great leader."
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.
