Thesis Statement Study Guide

1. A thesis statement should reflect the main idea of an essay.

True

False

True, a thesis statement is the road map for your paper. It should reflect all the main ideas of your paper

Explanation

True, a thesis statement is the road map for your paper. It should reflect all the main ideas of your paper

About This Quiz

This Thesis Statement Study Guide assesses understanding of what constitutes a strong thesis statement, its placement, and characteristics. It emphasizes critical writing skills and comprehension, essential for academic success.

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2. A good thesis statement is both researchable and factual.

True

False

Yes, a thesis statement is the combination of opinion and researchable/factual.

Explanation

Yes, a thesis statement is the combination of opinion and researchable/factual.

3. The first thing you should do after receiving your writing prompt is to write your thesis statement.

True, just start writing

False, create a thick question to answer

You can not have a clear thesis and purpose for writing without establishing a purpose for writing. Therefore, create a thick question to research and explain or prove.

Explanation

You can not have a clear thesis and purpose for writing without establishing a purpose for writing. Therefore, create a thick question to research and explain or prove.

4. A strong thesis statement is mostly based on your opinion about your topic.

True

False

A strong thesis statement is a combination of opinion/research/facts

Explanation

A strong thesis statement is a combination of opinion/research/facts

5. What is a Thesis Statement? Choose all that apply:

It makes a claim that other people may dispute, challenge, or oppose.

It is an answer in response to the writing assignment.

It is a road map for a paper; it tells the reader what the paper will focus on.

All of the above

A thesis statement is a claim that can be disputed, challenged, or opposed. It is your response to the writing assignment which provides a road map for your paper.

Explanation

A thesis statement is a claim that can be disputed, challenged, or opposed. It is your response to the writing assignment which provides a road map for your paper.

6. A strong thesis statement is usually found:

Does not have to be clearly stated.

Is found at the beginning of each paragraph.

Is the first sentence of your conclusion.

Is found in the introduction.

Thesis statements are usually the last statement in your introduction to provide a road map of your paper

Explanation

Thesis statements are usually the last statement in your introduction to provide a road map of your paper