Does it Make a Claim?
Is this a Thesis Statement?
Does this have a Topic?
Does this have Supports?
100

This paper will look at the impact of school uniforms.

No - it needs to take a stand that a reader could disagree with.

100

The grey wolf is being hunted and exterminated.

No - it does not make a claim that a reader might disagree with.

100

This has a negative impact on people.

No - I don't know what THIS is.

100

Excessive alcohol consumption adversely affects your health and may contribute to liver disease, heart disease, and weight gain.

Yes - gives three ways alcohol might impact your health.

200

The internet improves lives by instantly connecting people across the world, creating new friendships, and serving as a forum for exchanging ideas.

Yes - The internet is a good thing and they tell me three ways it helps people.

200

Saving the whales will have a positive effect on Earth’s biological diversity, therefore maintaining our planet’s health and ecosystems.

Yes - It has a topic (Saving the Whales), a position (Saving the Whales is Positive), and three supporting reasons.

200

School uniforms positively impact students and their parents by lowering clothing costs, reducing on-campus violence and bullying, and creating a unified school experience.

Yes - The topic is School Uniforms.

200

Saving the whales should be a top priority.

No - What are three reasons why?

300

In this paper, I will explore popular childhood fairy tales.

No - Exploring a topic is not making a claim that someone could disagree with.

300

Encouraging children to read can help them build analytical skills.

No - It needs three supports.

300

When children are encouraged to read, they can build good habits that foster comprehension skills, increase vocabulary, and expand their knowledge of new worlds

Yes - The topic is children encouraged to read.

300

Due to the pain, healthcare costs, and lifestyle change they are willing to undergo to save another life, organ donors should be compensated with financial rewards.

Yes - check out those three ways it helps families.