Thesis Statements

The thesis statement should include your position on the on the points your are analyzing.

• True
• False

Where should a thesis statement appear?

• at the end of the first paragraph

• anywhere in the essay
• at the beginning of the last paragraph

• the first sentence of every paragraph

What three items make up a thesis statement?

• identification of topic, claim (what you believe), and direction (reasons)
• topic sentence, introduction, and conclusion
• introduction, body, and conclusion
• reason 1, reason 2, and reason 3

Tags

CCSS.W.8.1A

CCSS.W.8.1B

When is a child old enough to stay home alone? because they can make good choices, they are independent, and need practice being an adult. 

• Good
• Bad

Should students wear school uniforms?
Students should not be forced to wear school uniforms because they make everyone look the same, they are expensive, and they are uncomfortable.

• Good
• Bad

Tags

CCSS.L.1.1J

CCSS.L.2.1F

CCSS.L.4.1C

Which of the following is a major component of any thesis?

• making a claim
• providing an amusing anecdote
• being at least three sentences
• only providing facts

Tags

CCSS.W.K.2

Choose the strong thesis.

•  I would like to become a chef when I finish school
•  Although both chefs and cooks can prepare fine meals, chefs differ from cooks in   education, professional commitment, and artistry.

Tags

CCSS.RI.K.8

What is the purpose of the thesis?

• To remind your reader what your paper is about
• To state your opinion or claim and outline how you will prove it

• To hook the reader's attention
• To use vocabulary words

The thesis statement should express a main idea that links to supporting points

• True
• False

Tags

CCSS.RI.K.8

What is Mr. Becker's favorite color?

• Blue

• Gray

• Red

• Green