Flocabulary Thesis

Where is the thesis stated in a 5-paragraph essay?

• in the introduction

• in the first body paragraph

• in the third body paragraph

• in the conclusion

What is the purpose of the body paragraphs?

• to restate the thesis

• to give support for the thesis

• to offer an introduction

• to provide a conclusion

Where does the writer restate the thesis in a new way?

• in the introduction

• in the first body paragraph

• in the third body paragraph

• in the conclusion

In a five paragraph essay, the ________ is the main idea you're trying to prove.

• introduction

• title

• first body paragraph

• thesis

The most important or foundational idea of an argument, presentation, or piece of writing is called

• a thesis

• a fallacy

• a purpose

• a citation

a short statement, that summarizes the main point or claim and is developed, supported, and explained in the text by means of examples and evidence.

• warrant

• claim

• thesis

• evidence

Which is not a synonym for thesis statement?

• main idea

• conclusion

• controlling idea

• topic sentence

The thesis statement is. . .

• The hook for your essay

• The most interesting part of your essay

• The roadmap for your essay

• A good way to end your essay.

A thesis statement is...

• Something your teacher makes you write

• Your opinion about the topic in the prompt

• A sentence that you're supposed to have in your introduction

• A sentence

A statement or sentence that states the main idea of an essay

• Citation

• Quote

• Works Cited

• Thesis