Thesis
Choose an appropriate thesis statement for the following topic sentences:
1) Microwave dishes can be prepared in a few minutes, which saves time and energy.
2) There is a wide variety of microwave meals to choose from.
3) Microwave meals are inexpensive.
a. Microwave meals are helpful solutions for working parents and their families.
b. Microwave meals contribute to the obesity epidemic in America.
c. Families who cook microwave meals are lazy.
a. Microwave meals are helpful solutions for working parents and their families.
Choose the most appropriate academic transition.
On Christmas day, my family gathers at my house. We spend time together, eat lots of food, and open presents. ____________, we attend an evening church service and sing carols.
a. Nevertheless
b. Additionally
c. For example
b. Additionally
I agree that snow is beautiful when it falls. However, after a few days, the snow is not beautiful anymore. It starts to melt, and the clean streets become messy. It is difficult to walk anywhere because the sidewalks are too slippery. Snow also causes traffic problems: some roads are closed; other roads are hard to drive on safely. Drivers have more accidents on snowy roads. I understand why some people like snow, but I do not like it very much.
Answers may vary.
Ex. Despite it's beauty, I dislike snow because it limits pedestrian and vehicle mobility.
Choose the best concluding sentence for this paragraph:
Pizza has become one of America’s favorite foods. Pizza is ordered for many various holidays and events, including Halloween, the Super Bowl, and the night before Thanksgiving. Children ages 3 to 11 usually prefer pizza over any other foods for lunch and dinner. Each person in America eats about 46 slices of pizza per year; that is almost 2 million pizzas consumed per year!
a. Americans eat a lot of pizza, especially around the holidays.
b. Everyone loves pizza.
c. Pizza is preferred by many and is commonly ordered for celebrations and gatherings.
c. Pizza is preferred by many and is commonly ordered for celebrations and gatherings.
The main point of the essay is the _____.
a) subpoint
b) paragraph
c) body
d) thesis
Thesis
Create a thesis statement that is supported by the following topic sentences:
Rottweilers make great guard dogs.
Contrary to popular belief, the dogs are good playmates for children.
Rottweilers can be trained to perform numerous services.
Answers may vary.
Exs. Rottweilers are a great dog breed.
Rottweilers are useful dogs.
Rottweilers make great pets.
When my grandmother was younger, she was very adventurous. ______________, she used to go skydiving.
a. For example
b. Likewise
c. Additionally
a. For example
Write 2 topic sentences for the thesis statement:
A degree in higher education (college/university) is important to obtain.
Answers may vary
Ex. Individuals who have a college degree tend to have access to jobs with larger salaries. In college, individuals refine not only their academic skills, but also collaboration skills.
Choose the best concluding sentence for this paragraph:
Playing outside has many benefits. First, playing outside gives you sun exposure, which is scientifically proven to cure seasonal depression. Second, playing active games, such as basketball and tag, gets you moving, which will benefit your physical health. Lastly, playing or running around outdoors can help relieve built up stress and frustration.
a. Playing outdoors makes you happier.
b. Anyone can benefit, physically and emotionally, from outdoor activity.
c. Playing outdoors is better than playing inside because you can run around.
b. Anyone can benefit, physically and emotionally, from outdoor activity.
The subpoints in an essay are the _____.
a) topic sentences
b) paragraphs
c) main points
d) topics
topic sentences
Create a thesis statement that is supported by the following topic sentences:
Drunk drivers are responsible for one/third of all highway accidents.
Many people convicted of driving under the influence are repeat offenders.
Hundreds of lives are lost each month because of drinking and driving.
Answers may vary.
Ex: Drunk driving is a public health issue.
Drunk driving is a serious issue that that should be criminalized.
Drunk driving is a serious issue that has yet to be addressed appropriately.
Fill in the blank with an appropriate transition.
I like to bake cookies. ___________, I like to bake brownies.
Answers may vary.
Additionally, in addition, not only do I like to bake cookies, but also brownies
Write a topic sentence for this paragraph:
My daughter is involved in several sports with practice after school. My husband works late almost every day. The baby usually takes a nap just before dark. I am exhausted after working all day, so I go to bed early. The family only eats together during holidays and special occasions.
Answers may vary.
Ex. Everyone in our family keeps very different schedules, which makes it hard to spend time together.
Read the paragraph. Which sentence would make the best addition to the end of this paragraph?
Humans have known that earthworms have been vital to enriching Earth's rich soil all throughout history. Egyptian Queen Cleopatra called earthworms sacred. The Greek philosopher Aristotle said earthworms were the intestines" of the soil. In 1881 Charles Darwin stated, "It may be doubted whether there are many other creatures which have played so important a part in the history of the world."
a) Could Earth support mankind without the earthworm?
b) People throughout history have understood that earthworms are extremely important.
c) Charles Darwin was a scientist.
d) Aristotle was a Greek philosopher and scientist.
B) People throughout history have understood that earthworms are extremely important.
Each topic sentence in each body paragraph should support the _____.
a) previous topic sentence
b) introduction
c) conclusion
d) thesis statement
Create a thesis statement that is supported by the following topic sentences:
a. The tuition at universities is higher than the tuition at community colleges.
b. Community colleges generally have smaller classes than universities.
c. Universities offer more specialized degrees than community colleges.
Answers may vary.
Ex. Universities and community colleges offer different advantages and disadvantages to students.
Choose the most appropriate transition.
Apples are delicious and, _________ great for your health.
a. moreover
b. however
c. similarly
a. moreover
Write 3 topic sentences to support this thesis statement:
Maria displayed the qualities of a good salesperson.
Answers may vary.
Ex. Maria was persistent in her efforts to sell to clients. Secondly, Maria was charismatic and could easily build trust with her clients. Lastly, Maria was good at problem solving.
The symbol of the worm may be found in several figurative language phrases. When you are referring to a controversial issue you may say, "Don't open that can of worms." A person whom you do not respect may be called a worm. When you are in an awkward situation you may try to "worm your way out of it". One type of computer virus is known as a worm.
Which sentence would make the best addition to the end of this paragraph?
a) Americans use many figurative language phrases that do not have literal meanings.
b) Once my computer was attacked by a worm that came through on an e-mail.
c) On one television show I watched, the team had to try to figure out which person playing the game was the worm.
d) In each of these phrases the word worm has a negative undertone.
d) In each of these phrases the word worm has a negative undertone.
Which of the following is not a strategy for writing the conclusion paragraph?
a) Restate the thesis in new words.
b) Rewrite the thesis as it appears in the introduction.
c) Make a judgment, valuation, or recommendation.
d) Frame the essay.
b) Rewrite the thesis as it appears in the introduction
Create a thesis statement that is supported by the following topic sentences:
A well-balanced, vegetarian diet provides significant health benefits.
Lower national meat consumption would lead to fewer green-house gas emissions.
A vegetarian diet would allow individuals to save money.
There are benefits to adopting a vegetarian diet for individuals and their communities.
1)______________ is to examine the similarities between United States and Ecuadorian cultures in terms of celebrations, food, and entertainment. 2)____________, I will explore the influence that each country has had on the other's culture.
1) a. furthermore b. in turn c. the purpose of this paper
2) a. thus b. furthermore c. nevertheless
1) c
2) b
Write 3 topic sentences to support this thesis statement:
Our city needs to build a new public library.
Answers may vary.
Ex. The infrastructure of the current library is falling apart, which is a safety hazard. Secondly, members of the community frequently use the library. Finally, investment in a new library will also be an investment in literacy.
Come up with an appropriate concluding sentence for the following paragraph:
Building a fort in the backyard can be fun and simple. This activity can even be enjoyed by young children. It doesn't cost parents anything! All you need is a few cardboard boxes, some chairs, and a little bit of imagination.
Answers may vary.
Ex. All and all, building a fort can be a great, affordable playtime activity for children.
Part 1: Where does the thesis go in the essay?
a) conclusion
b) body
c) introduction
d) title
Part 2: True or False, The thesis statement should be the first sentence of your essay.
introduction
False. It tends to come after a more general sentence that introduces your topic.