2.6.5 Section 3 English
Based on this lesson, two ways the thesis might be developed, supported, or explained would be through the proper use of what two other parts of an essay?
Topic Sentence Supporting Details
The ______________ thesis statement identifies the EXACT ideas, reasons, arguments, evidences, etc. that will be used within the body of the essay to defend the thesis.
closed
The thesis statement is located in the introduction paragraph, and is the ( ) sentence of that intro paragraph.
last
Essay writing is a process that can be learned, but it takes time, patience, and hard work.
open
One person worthy of admiration is Thomas Jefferson, who was one of the greatest leaders in the early development of our nation.
open
The __________ thesis statement is best used if the essay will have several body paragraphs, typically more than 3, that will support the thesis statement. This will help avoid having a lengthy list within the thesis itself.
open
The _____________ thesis leaves the body of the essay (the supporting details that will follow the thesis) flexible for many different ideas, reasons, arguments, and evidences; these unfold as the reader moves through the text.
open
If a closed thesis statement is used, the supporting body paragraphs should go in the specific order mentioned within the thesis. In this way, the closed thesis acts as a small ____________ for the essay.
outline
The Topic Sentence provides the main idea for the _____________. The Thesis Statement provides the main idea for the ______________.
paragraph essay
Topic Sentences __________________ the Thesis Statement.
support
In a nonfiction essay, the main idea for the entire essay is found within the ( )
thesis statement .
A thesis statement may provide a possible answer to a question, but it cannot be an actual question.
true
Essay writing is a process that can be learned, but it takes time, patience, and hard work.
Essay writing - topic The process can be learned with time, patience, and hard work. - position attitudie angle
A thesis statement is imperative to an essay because ___.
It provides a direction for the paper It narrows down the topic and gives focus to the paper It states the point the writer will prove in the paper
Identify the characteristics of a well-written, strong thesis statement. A thesis statement must ___.
Propose an arguable point Be specific Avoid "I" language
Identify the following thesis statement as STRONG or WEAK: 1. I enjoy being an online student for many reasons. 2. Although being a teenager has its challenges, it is a prime time in life to grow into who God wants you to be personally, spiritually, and academically.
1. weak 2. Strong
The thesis statement is made up of two parts. It consists of the specific topic and then any of the following regarding that specific topic:
Argument Angle Attitude
