THESIS STATEMENT

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THESIS STATEMENT

• Main idea of your paper

• Answers your main question

• Lists your 3 main reasons

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THESIS STATEMENT
EXAMPLE
What is Riverdale High School like?
Reason A really good sports
Reason B pep rallies, student section, events
Reason C good teachers
THESIS Riverdale is a great school
because of its superior athletics,
spirited students, and dedicated faculty.
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Many cities are putting a ban on smoking in
public places. Do you think this is a good idea?
Why or why not?
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Yes or No.Reasons

• A-
• B-
• C-

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Lately it has been common for celebrities to find
trouble with the law. Many have received minimal
punishment. Do you think this is fair? Why or
why not?
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Yes or No.Reasons

• A-
• B-
• C-

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The television show Kid Nation places 40
children in an empty town to see how they manage
life. Writers are thinking of making Teen
Nation. Would this idea work? Why or why not?
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Yes or No.Reasons

• A-
• B-
• C-

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• THE OUTLINE
• Introduction
• Thesis statement ___________________
• Body
• Reason A ___________
• Reason B ___________
• Reason C ___________
• Conclusion
• Restate thesis __________________________