Thesis Statements

Where should a thesis statement appear?

• first paragraph
• anywhere in the essay
• last paragraph
• the first sentence of every paragraph

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Which of the following makes the best thesis statement?

• Even though marriage is a strong and respected institution in Russia, more and more people are choosing to live together before marriage, despite the cultural pressures. 
• I am going to explain why many couples in Russia are choosing to live together rather than get married.
• Marriage in Russia

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Which sentence would be the better thesis statement for the introductory paragraph of an argumentative essay?

• The Hunger Games is a science fiction adventure film based on the novel of the same name by Suzanne Collins.

• The Hunger Games is a morality tale about the dangers of a political system that is dominated by the wealthy.

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Which of the following is a strong thesis statement?

• Violent video games are harmful for young people to play.
• Violent video games are harmful to young people, and it should be stopped.
• 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.
• Violent video games are harmful for young people because they should be reading a book.

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Which sentence would be the better thesis statement for the introductory paragraph of an essay?

• There is no question that cell phones have changed our lives in a very big way.

• While cell phones provide freedom and mobility, they can also become a leash, compelling users to answer them anywhere and at any time.

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Which sentence would be the better thesis statement for the introductory paragraph of an essay?

• The iPad has revolutionized the mobile-computing landscape and created a huge profit stream for Apple.

• The iPad, with its relatively large high-definition screen, has helped to revitalize the comic book industry.

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Before choosing a position or side, you should

• develop a thesis

• write the introduction

• consider all the evidence

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What is the first part of creating a thesis statement?

• Rewrite the prompt as a question

• List 3 facts.

• Combine your answer & reasons.

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What should you avoid in your thesis statement?

• Facts

• Picking a side

• Using "I" or "me" or "my"

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Which of the following is a major component of any thesis in an argumentative essay?

• making a claim/picking a side

• providing an amusing anecdote

• being at least three sentences

• only providing facts

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