1. { THESIS STATEMENTS How to get your point across

2.  A thesis statement is used to tell your reader your stance on a subject, as well as your reasoning  Includes an opinion  Includes an assertion  It is also used to give your reader a quick glimpse at what the paper will be about Purpose

3.  There is a simple formula for a basic thesis statement: ___(opinion)_____ because ____(assertion)___ ***You have to have a because, for, by, from statement! Think of Math

4.  County Line is the best barbeque restaurant in Austin because they have award winning ribs and friendly staff.  What is the opinion?  What is the assertion?  What are some arguments that will be made in this paper? A Few Examples

5.  Taking risks is an important part of life because it helps you grow as a person.  What is the opinion?  What is the assertion?  What do you think this paper will be about?

6.  Hot Cheetos are the best snack.  Why or why not? Is This a Good Thesis Statement?

7.  _______________ is the best flavor of ice cream because _______________.  _______________ is my favorite holiday because _____________. Complete the Following on Your Worksheet

8.  Look at the following photos. Create your own thesis statement about each. It may be whatever you want, as long as it is related to the photo. Use an opinion and give an assertion! ***Remember, do not say “I think” or “I feel”. State it with certainty! Snapshot

9. What Claim Can You Make About This?

12.  Match the prompt with the appropriate thesis statement. Notice the assertions and formats. Complete the Matching

13.  With your partner, begin working on a thesis statement to introduce your symbol topic. This will serve as your topic sentence and you will later use text evidence to support your argument, so make it good!  Consider this model: In Romeo & Juliet, __(symbol)__ symbolizes/represents ______________ because/by/through ________________________________. Find Your Partner