1. Activity 1A Making a Thesis Statement Precise (p. 34)
Select the statement below that is most precise and label it “good.” Rewrite the other two to make them more precise.
Thesis Statement
Revision
1. The thing is that there are some steps in the process of becoming a citizen of the United States.
2. Pets are good for older people
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2. Activity 1A Making a Thesis Statement Precise (p. 34)
Select the statement below that is most precise and label it “good.” Rewrite the other two to make them more precise.
Thesis Statement
Revision
1. The thing is that there are some steps in the process of becoming a citizen of the United States.
Becoming a citizen of the United States involves several steps.
2. Pets are good for older people
(continued)

3. Activity 1A Making a Thesis Statement Precise (p. 34)
Select the statement below that is most precise and label it “good.” Rewrite the other two to make them more precise.
Thesis Statement
Revision
1. The thing is that there are some steps in the process of becoming a citizen of the United States.
Becoming a citizen of the United States involves several steps.
2. Pets are good for older people
Research shows that owning a pet has a positive effect on the physical and emotional health of older people.
(continued)

4. Activity 1A Making a Thesis Statement Precise (p. 34)
Select the statement below that is most precise and label it “good.” Rewrite the other two to make them more precise.
Thesis Statement
Revision
3. In his Farewell Address, President Washington warned against the political party system.

5. Activity 1A Making a Thesis Statement Precise (p. 34)
Select the statement below that is most precise and label it “good.” Rewrite the other two to make them more precise.
Thesis Statement
Revision
3. In his Farewell Address, President Washington warned against the political party system.
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