Weekly Flashcard 4

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What is a thesis statement?

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A thesis statement is a sentence that expresses the main idea of an essay and links to the supporting points in the body paragraphs.

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Where should a thesis statement be placed in an essay?

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A thesis statement should appear in the introduction of the essay.

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What makes a thesis statement strong?

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A strong thesis statement clearly expresses a specific argument or claim and provides supporting reasons.

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Identify a strong thesis statement: 'Violent video games are harmful for young people to play because it promotes a sedentary lifestyle, encourages violence, and can cause children to become desensitized to death.'

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This is a strong thesis statement because it provides specific reasons supporting the claim.

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What factors should you consider when creating a thesis statement?

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When creating a thesis statement, consider your topic, purpose, and audience.

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True or False: A thesis statement can appear anywhere in the essay.

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False. A thesis statement should be placed in the introduction.

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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 provide a clear and concise summary of the main point or claim of the essay.

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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a strong thesis statement?

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A thesis statement that is vague or overly broad is not strong.

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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 idea of the entire essay, while a topic sentence introduces the main idea of a specific paragraph.

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How can you improve a weak thesis statement?

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To improve a weak thesis statement, make it more specific and include supporting reasons.