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What is thesis statement?
Statement of your full argument (claim) and sets up the organizational structure of your essay (reasons)
Claim + _________ = Thesis Statement
reason
Is this a correct thesis statement? Evelyn thinks Mrs. McLeese is really nice because she cares for her students, loves dogs, and has strong family values. Arjun and James agree with her.
Yes
Where does your thesis statement need to appear in your essay?
At the end of your introduction/first paragraph
True or False: The thesis statement should express a main idea that links to supporting points in the body paragraphs.
true
Technology is a productive tool because it helps connect people and expands people's scope of knowledge. If this is my thesis, what is my first body paragraph going to be about?
How technology connects people
How long is a thesis statement?
1 - 2 sentences
True or False: A thesis statement outlines your entire essay
true
Which of the following is an example of a strong thesis statement? a) The internet has revolutionized the way we communicate. b) I think the internet is important for communication. c) The internet is sometimes useful for communication.
a
Which of the following is a common mistake in thesis statements? a) Being too specific. b) Being too broad. c) Being concise and focused.
b
What is the purpose of analyzing and evaluating thesis statement?
C
Is this a thesis statement? Students are less distracted during distance learning because they have more control over where and when they work.
Yes
True or False: This is a good example of a thesis statement: In this essay I will discuss the crime rate in Mountain City.
False
The reasons or details in your thesis statement equal
arguments in the body paragraphs
True or false: A good thesis statement helps the writer organize his/her essay.
true
True or false: A clear thesis statement should clearly state the main point or argument of an essay.
True
