1. Topic + position + reason/method
Thesis Statements
Topic + position + reason/method

2. Sample Prompt #1

3. Which thesis statements are weak and strong?
Being hopeful, above everything else in this great big world, is important.
It is important to have hope in order to get off of the rollercoaster we call life.
Being hopeful is crucial because it can be the difference between life and death.
It is important to be hopeful because it leads to success in life.
It is important to be hopeful so that a person can purchase a new home one day.

4. Sample prompt #2

5. Which thesis statements are weak and strong?
Standing up for what you believe in is crucial in maintaining good moral character.
Standing up for what you believe in can make all the difference in the world.
If a person doesn’t stand for anything then they can’t be successful.
It is important to stand up for what you believe in because that is what inspires change in others.
Standing up for what you believe in is important because silence does not bring about change in the world.

6. Sample prompt #3

7. Which thesis statements are weak and strong?
Someone who is courageous is someone who does the right thing when no one is looking.
It is important to be courageous in order to make real changes in the world.
Courage means go after your goal no matter what obstacle is placed in your way.
Being courageous is important because it can help you in life.
Being courageous is important because it can help a person achieve goals in life.

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Work through the sample prompts provided, and compose a STRONG thesis statement for each. Remember to pick apart the prompts to get a FULL understanding.