Write Now Right Now: Thesis Statement/ Topic Sentence

A topic sentence should...

(select all that apply)

• be clearly written

• include key words from the prompt

• include a joke

• grab the reader’s attention

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

Choose the matching thesis statement/ topic sentence starter:

... you are looking for an activity that is easy to learn, ... grab a kayak and head to a lake.

• Although...,

• If..., then....

• Since...,

• "Just say it"

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.3

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.3

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.3

Choose the matching thesis statement/ topic sentence starter:

... you find yourself with a free summer afternoon, you should try the activity of kayaking.

• Since...,

• Even though...,

• As...,

• "Just say it"

Choose the matching thesis statement/ topic sentence starter:

Kayaking provides ... benefits for those willing to try the activity.

• Number Word

• Even though...,

• If..., then....

• Since...,

Choose the matching thesis statement/ topic sentence starter:

An activity that is good for both the body and the soul is kayaking.

• When...,

• Number Word

• "Just Say It"

• As...,

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

Choose the matching thesis statement/ topic sentence starter:

... many activities are enjoyable, paddling around in a kayak is the best by far!

• When...,

• Since...,

• "Just Say It"

• Even though..., ....

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

Choose the matching thesis statement/ topic sentence starter:

... I get to choose a summer activity for the family, I always choose kayaking.

• When...,

• Since...,

• "Just Say It"

• Even though..., ....

Choose the matching thesis statement/ topic sentence starter:

Since it is a skill anyone can learn, kayaking is a great activity for all.

• Although...,

• Since...,

• Number Word

• Even though..., ....

Complete the sentence:

Kayaking is an interesting activity for two ... .

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.8

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

Complete the sentence:

... I enjoy both being outdoors and getting exercise, kayaking is a perfect activity for me.

Tags

CCSS.RF.3.3B

CCSS.RF.3.3C

CCSS.RF.3.3D

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A