Writing a Strong Thesis Statement: Opinion and Reasons

This lesson teaches how to write a thesis statement by ensuring it is an opinion supported by reasons. It reviews the writing process, defines a thesis statement, and provides examples. The lesson outlines three steps: ensuring the topic is an opinion, listing supporting reasons, and writing the thesis statement. It emphasizes evaluating opinions for strength and generating reasons to support them, culminating in writing a cohesive thesis statement.

How can you determine if your opinion is strong enough to be used in a thesis statement?

What are some reasons that can support the opinion in a thesis statement?