Developing a Thesis

Which of these sentences from the passage is the thesis?

"I believe our school must do its part in curbing adolescent obesity by providing healthier food options for students."

Which of these sentences from the passage is the thesis sentence?

"I believe we should place more stringent regulations on driver's education courses, stop allowing parents to teach driver's education, and require all drivers under 18 to take the test at the DMV."

Which statement from the passage is the thesis?

"Some activists argue that all diamonds are blood diamonds."

Tierra's research paper is about why text messaging while driving should be illegal in every state. Which of these sentences is the best thesis?

All drivers who text or email have been shown to take their eyes off the road and cause accidents.

Which of is the following is the best thesis statement for Malcolm's paper?

As an integral part of the Arctic's culture and ecosystem, polar bears deserve increased protection.

Which sentence from the passage is the thesis?

But regardless of whether you have already mapped your future in higher education, being flexible is important.

Which of these sentences from the passage is the thesis?

By allocating more money to programs in need, our school can make the most of limited funds.

Which of the following would make the best thesis for the passage?

By communicating and repeating what they learn, teachers can continue to learn.

Which of these statements below is the best thesis sentence?

City officials should not enforce a teen curfew because it challenges parental decisions, interferes with teens who work, and does not teach teens personal responsibility.

Tosha is writing a paper on the topic "Should professional athletic leagues be allowed to draft college athletes before they graduate?" Which of these sentences would make the best thesis statement?

College degrees give athletes something to fall back on in case their careers end suddenly, help prepare them for the business world, and set examples for kids.

Which of these sentences would make the best thesis statement?

College degrees give athletes something to fall back on in case their careers end suddenly, help prepare them for the business world, and set examples for kids.

Which of these sentences is the best thesis statement for Samantha's paper?

Consumers should seek a doctor's advice before taking any nutritional supplement because many don't deliver on their promises and are filled with ingredients that could make people sick.

Which statement is the best thesis for this passage?

Eating and enjoying healthy foods often go together.

Alicia's class has been given an assignment to write a 5-page paper about a historical figure who deserves to be honored with a monument and why. Which of these thesis statements best supports her argument?

For his contributions to the field of drama, August Wilson deserves to be honored by the National Endowment for the Arts.

Based on the information from the table, which thesis statement would be the best for Ines' five-page paper?

Hosting an exchange student was a positive experience because I learned about a foreign culture, made new friends, and was given an opportunity to travel affordably.

Which statement from the passage is the thesis?

However, determining whether there is true violation of rights is a very difficult challenge because sampling music can be seen as both infringement and innovation.

This year, Donald's school has decided to cut funding for all the after school programs. Some activities will be eliminated completely. Which of these sentences is the best thesis statement for a letter to the principal about why Donald's volunteer program should not be cut?

I feel the impact the Volunteers Program makes on the community makes it invaluable.

Which of the following from the passage is the thesis sentence?

In a democracy, people sometimes need to protest to make sure that the government does the right thing.

Which of the following is the best thesis statement?

Investing the city's money in public restrooms encourages business and tourism as well as helps out homeless people.

Which statement is the best thesis for this passage?

James Moody's improvisation to "Moody's Mood for Love" has become a classic jazz standard.

Which of the following from the passage is the thesis sentence?

Juno's voyage will be NASA's most important mission to date.

John has to write a three-page persuasive paper about whether or not exotic animals should be household pets. Which of the following is the best thesis statement?

Keeping exotic animals as pets has dire consequences for both the animals and their owners.

Which of these is the best thesis for a persuasive paper about making all school sports unisex?

Keeping our athletic programs separated by gender leaves talented athletes out the game and discourages students from pursuing their athletic interests.

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Knowledge gained from the atom smashers will unlock the mystery of the universe's origin.

Which sentence from the passage is the thesis?

Looking for scholarships requires a considerable time investment, but the payoff is often well worth it.

Anthony's speech class has been given an assignment to write a 4-minute speech about education. Anthony has decided to talk about the increased number of people seeking higher degrees before joining the workforce. Which of these statements is the best thesis sentence?

More people are going to graduate school to gain a competitive edge and become better versed in their fields of study.

Aaliyah is trying to convince her parents to let her move off campus during her senior year of college. Which of these thesis statements best supports her argument?

Moving off campus will help me become more responsible in preparation for life after college, actually costs less than on campus room and board, and is a safer alternative.

Keri is applying for admission to a summer program at Oxford University. Which of these thesis statements provides the best argument for why she should be selected to attend?

My exemplary grades and participation in academic extracurricular activities have shown my dedication to the pursuit of education.

Based on this information, which of the following is the best thesis statement?

Riding a bicycle is superior to driving a car because it reduces carbon emissions, saves gas money, and provides exercise.

Laz is writing a paper about the topic, "Should schools resort to educating boys and girls separately?" Which of these sentences is the best thesis statement?

Separating students by gender is not a good idea because it makes students miss out on social development, is unrealistic in the modern world, and has not shown to benefit students any more than coeducation.

Joyce Ann is working on a research paper. Which sentence below is the best thesis statement?

Seventeen magazine has been in publication since 1944 and continues to be a leader despite increasing competition.

Anupta is working on a research paper about the United Nations and its advantages. Which of the following is the best thesis statement?

Since 1951, the United Nations has effectively promoted international peace and protected human rights.

Which of these is the best thesis statement?

Smoking in public facilities should be banned because it infringes upon the rights and the health of nonsmokers

Which of these is the best thesis sentence for a paper about whether the Internet should be censored?

The Internet should only be censored in order to protect the innocent children, to prevent people from obtaining information that could be used to undermine public safety, and to keep citizens from disseminating copyrighted material.

Which of the following is the best thesis sentence?

The Supreme Court's 2010 ruling gives corporations too much political power.

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The WPA boosted the American economy by helping the country recover from widespread unemployment.

Based on this list, which of these is the best thesis statement?

The absence of a television in our home had several positive outcomes: I got higher grades, spent more time playing the piano and writing, and my family had more family outings.

Which of the following is the best thesis sentence?

The city should provide public facilities for skateboarding because it is relatively safe and healthy.

Debbie is writing a persuasive paper about why the public library should be expanded. Which of these is the best thesis sentence?

The surrounding community should support the expansion of the library because more space will keep the librarians from having to go off site to get books, the surrounding businesses will benefit from increased library traffic, and everyone will benefit from an expanded collection of books.

Which statement from the passage is the thesis?

This did not last, however, because Dylan soon sold out to the shallow, fashionable commercialism of the time.

Based on the information above, which of the following is the best thesis sentence?

Well-funded lunch programs benefit low-income families, promote concentration, and keep students on campus.