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What is a thesis statement?
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A thesis statement is a statement that expresses the main idea of a research paper or essay. It makes a claim, directly answering a question. It must be arguable rather than a statement of fact.
Thesis Statement
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A thesis statement is a sentence or two that expresses the main idea of a research paper or essay, such as an expository essay or argumentative essay. It makes a claim, directly answering a question. It is usually found in the first paragraph of an essay or the first page of a research paper.
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The thesis statement is usually found at the end of an introductory paragraph. The idea of the thesis statement was first developed by Aristotle. The thesis statement is sometimes referred to as a 'controlling idea'.
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5. Open question
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What makes a good thesis statement?
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What makes a bad thesis statement?
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What makes a thesis statement unique to my project?
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How can I create a thesis statement that supports my goals?
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Brain break: Draw a goofy dinosaur roller-skating and juggling fruit.
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Question: How can you create a thesis statement that effectively communicates the main idea of an essay? Clues: • A thesis statement should be concise and to the point. • It should appear at the beginning of your essay. • It should be the last sentence of the introduction. In pairs: Select and solve one of the tasks: A. Work in pairs to create a thesis statement for an essay. B. Draw a visual representation of the thesis statement's main idea.
11. Poll
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What is a thesis statement?
- A question posed at the beginning of an essay
- A concise summary of the main point or claim of an essay
- An anecdote used to engage readers
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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a strong thesis statement?
- Vague and general
- Clear and specific
- Debatable
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Where is the thesis statement typically located in an essay?
- At the end of the introduction paragraph
- In a separate section before the body paragraphs
- In the conclusion paragraph
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What function does a thesis statement serve in academic writing?
- It offers counterarguments to strengthen opposing viewpoints
- It guides and organizes the writer's thoughts and arguments
- It provides evidence to support claims
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True or False: A thesis statement can be changed or revised as you develop your essay.
- False
- True
16. Open question
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Work together in pairs: What is the difference between a thesis statement and a topic sentence?
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