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Evaluating Thesis Statements

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1.

1.Thesis: Communism is evil and should be avoided at all costs.
- A.
  
  Good
- B.
  
  Needs work
- C.
  
  Unacceptable
Correct Answer
C. Unacceptable

Explanation
The given answer "Unacceptable" is the correct choice because it aligns with the thesis statement that communism is evil and should be avoided at all costs. It implies that the thesis statement is not acceptable and needs to be rejected.

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2. Thesis: Ralph Waldo Emerson wrote "Self-Reliance."
- A.
  
  Good
- B.
  
  Needs work
- C.
  
  Unacceptable
Correct Answer
C. Unacceptable

Explanation
The statement given in the thesis is incorrect. Ralph Waldo Emerson did write "Self-Reliance," so the answer stating that the statement is unacceptable is incorrect.

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3-Thesis: Patriotic notions of individualism pervade nineteenth century American Literature.
- A.
  
  Good
- B.
  
  Needs work
- C.
  
  Unacceptable
Correct Answer
B. Needs work

Explanation
The given thesis statement, "Patriotic notions of individualism pervade nineteenth century American Literature," is not clear and specific enough. It needs to be revised and improved in order to effectively convey the main argument of the essay. The current statement lacks clarity and does not provide a clear direction for the analysis of the literature. A more effective thesis statement would clearly define the patriotic notions of individualism and specify which works of literature will be analyzed to support the argument.

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4.

4-Thesis: Although sawmills certainly dominated the countryside, the early American landscape was changed primarily by the introduction of the railroad.
- A.
  
  Good
- B.
  
  Needs work
- C.
  
  Unacceptable
Correct Answer
A. Good

Explanation
The given answer "Good" is the correct answer because it accurately reflects the thesis statement provided. The thesis states that while sawmills were dominant, the primary change in the early American landscape was brought about by the introduction of the railroad. The answer acknowledges this by categorizing it as "Good", indicating that it aligns with the thesis and effectively addresses the question.

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5.

5-Thesis: After a careful examination of the rhythm of Robert Frost's poem "Mending Wall," we can see how the meter of each line contributes to the overall meaning of the poem.
- A.
  
  Good
- B.
  
  Needs work
- C.
  
  Unacceptable
Correct Answer
A. Good

Explanation
The explanation for the correct answer "Good" is that the thesis statement clearly states the focus of the analysis, which is to examine the rhythm of Robert Frost's poem "Mending Wall" and how it contributes to the overall meaning of the poem. This shows that the thesis is well-defined and specific, making it a good thesis statement.

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6-Thesis: The West wall of the Temple Mount in Jerusalem is considered by some to be the remains of Solomon's original Temple after its destruction.
- A.
  
  Good
- B.
  
  Needs work
- C.
  
  Unacceptable
Correct Answer
B. Needs work

Explanation
The given thesis statement suggests that the West wall of the Temple Mount in Jerusalem is believed by some to be the remnants of Solomon's original Temple after its destruction. However, the answer "Needs work" implies that the thesis statement requires improvement or revision. This could be due to insufficient evidence, lack of clarity, or the need for further research to support the claim.

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7.

7-Thesis: After my experiences in Jordan, I was able to look at my life in a whole new light.
- A.
  
  Good
- B.
  
  Needs work
- C.
  
  Unacceptable
Correct Answer
B. Needs work

Explanation
The given thesis statement lacks clarity and specificity. It does not clearly mention what experiences the person had in Jordan or how those experiences changed their perspective. The thesis could be improved by providing more details and specific examples of the experiences that led to the change in the person's outlook on life.

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8.Thesis: The individual's role in democracy is very important.
- A.
  
  Good
- B.
  
  Needs work
- C.
  
  Unacceptable
Correct Answer
B. Needs work

Explanation
The given thesis statement, "The individual's role in democracy is very important," is not clear and specific enough. It needs to be more focused and provide specific details about the individual's role in democracy. Without further clarification, it is difficult to understand what aspects of the individual's role need improvement or what specific actions they should take in a democratic society. Therefore, the thesis statement needs work to be more effective and informative.

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1.Thesis: Communism is evil and should be avoided at all costs.

2. Thesis: Ralph Waldo Emerson wrote "Self-Reliance."

3-Thesis: Patriotic notions of individualism pervade nineteenth century American Literature.

4-Thesis: Although sawmills certainly dominated the countryside, the early American landscape was changed primarily by the introduction of the railroad.

5-Thesis: After a careful examination of the rhythm of Robert Frost's poem "Mending Wall," we can see how the meter of each line contributes to the overall meaning of the poem.

6-Thesis: The West wall of the Temple Mount in Jerusalem is considered by some to be the remains of Solomon's original Temple after its destruction.

7-Thesis: After my experiences in Jordan, I was able to look at my life in a whole new light.

8.Thesis: The individual's role in democracy is very important.