What do you know about Thesis Statements?

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What is a thesis statement?

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A thesis statement is a clear, concise statement that presents the main argument or claim of an essay or paper, guiding the direction of the writing.

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What makes a thesis statement strong?

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A strong thesis statement is specific, arguable, and provides a roadmap for the paper, outlining the main points that will be discussed.

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What is the difference between a thesis statement and a topic sentence?

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A thesis statement presents the main argument of the entire paper, while a topic sentence introduces the main idea of a specific paragraph.

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Why is specificity important in a thesis statement?

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Specificity helps to clarify the writer's position and makes the argument more compelling by providing clear points to support.

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What is an example of a weak thesis statement?

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'Many people think that video games are bad.' This statement is vague and does not provide a clear argument.

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What is an example of a strong thesis statement?

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'Violent video games are harmful for young people to play because they promote a non-active lifestyle, encourage violence, and can desensitize children to death.'

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True or False: A thesis statement can be a question.

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False. A thesis statement should be a declarative statement, not a question.

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What is the purpose of a thesis statement in an essay?

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The purpose of a thesis statement is to summarize the main point or claim of the essay and to guide the reader on what to expect.

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What should a thesis statement avoid?

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A thesis statement should avoid vague language, overly broad claims, and statements of fact that cannot be argued.

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What is a topic sentence?

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A topic sentence is the first sentence of a paragraph that summarizes the main idea of that paragraph.