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Thesis Statements

Strong Thesis Statements Take a stand (you give your opinion without saying I think) Are SUPER specific—your reader will have zero questions about what your paper is going to be about after reading the thesis statement. One Sentence at the end of your first paragraph. (The rest of the essay will support your thesis statement)

The Thesis Statement Equation TH= t + mp Thesis= topic + main point Example: Takis are sincerely the best snack ever created.

Thesis statements avoid the following: the first person (Never EVER use I THINK) unclear language (It seems, etc.) just stating a fact - A thesis is something you plan to make an argument about.

A thesis statement should not be too general. Mountain City Elementary is a good school. Better Daily writing practice has led to improved writing skills for the students at Mountain City Elementary.

Which sentence is too general to be a good thesis statement? A. Music makes people happy. B. Music therapy is useful in relieving stress and other conditions.

Too general Music makes people happy.

A thesis statement should not be a title. Cost of Living Better The cost of living in Mountain City is lower than in most other cities in the United States.

Which sentence would not be a good thesis statement because it is a title? A. Good teaching has led to an increase in TCAP scores at Mountain City Elementary. B. Rising TCAP Scores at Mountain City Elementary

A Title Rising TCAP Scores at Mountain City Elementary

A thesis statement should not be a a fact…You could use a fact as a hook though. The average temperature for Mountain City in winter is 34 and in summer is 75 degrees. Better The climate in Mountain City is ideal for outdoor sports.

Which sentence would not be a good thesis statement because it is a fact? A. The recycling of one aluminum can saves enough energy to run a TV for three hours. B. Recycling is one of the most important jobs a person can do to protect our environment.

A Fact The recycling of one aluminum can saves enough energy to run a TV for three hours.

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Directions: Explain why this is not a good thesis statement. In this essay I will discuss the crime rate in Mountain City.

Energetic exercise is a good way to help relieve stress. Directions: Explain why this is a good thesis statement. What could make it better? Energetic exercise is a good way to help relieve stress.

Good or Bad Many people do not like to watch violent horror movies. Today’s movies do not have the emotional impact of the classic horror movies of the 1940’s.

Good or Bad Rap music is the best music ever. Although many people find rap music offensive, it has had a positive impact on today’s youth.

Good or Bad I enjoy white water rafting. The first white water rafting trip can challenge a person both in body and spirit.

Good or Bad Sixth grade students are busy. The life of a typical sixth grade student is challenging due to the need to succeed in extracurricular activities.

Good or Bad Community service projects include building shelter for the homeless, servicing meals to the hungry, providing transportation for the sick, distributing clothes, and a large number of other helpful activities. Students should help others who are less fortunate.