Thesis Pieces
A thesis statement should probably begin with...
What is...."This essay will demonstrate how..." or "Throughout this essay,...." or "By doing so and so, this essay will analyze how..." or something along those lines.
What is one way you could format a hook?
What is... as a question, as a startling statement, as a thought/musing or as an anecdote/metaphor.
What are words like "Furthermore, In addition, As well as this, Also, Secondly, Moreover, etc." called in an essay?
What is...transition phrases
How many sentences at minimum should be in a body paragraph?
What is...4 or 5 sentences.
What is the purpose of your last sentence in a conclusion?
What is... to leave your reader thinking about the implications about broader implications of your analysis or suggest areas for further research related to your individual and their impact today.
Fill in the blanks of the components for a thesis essay formula related to MLK:
__________ playd a significant role in _________ by ____________ and _____________ .
What is...
Variable 1 (MLK) played a significant role in Variable 2 (civil rights movement, securing equal rights for black Americans, etc.) by Point 1 (helping change laws and legislation) and Point 2 (inspiring resilience through civil disobedience).
What type of attention grabber is this?
When I was 17, I had an experience that changed my perspective on graffiti forever.
What is...an anecdote
What is one thing you must have in your body paragraph if you make a claim?
What is... textual evidence
What type of sentences do we want to avoid writing that have too many ideas with no proper connection (too many independent clauses in one sentence with no glue)?
What is....run-on sentences.
A conclusion must have the following components.
What is...restate the main points of each body paragraph, restate the thesis in a concluding manner, leave the reader with implications or suggestions for further research.
Place the following thesis statement in the right order:
Through nonviolent protest and his powerful rhetoric. King's advocacy for nonviolence pushed forward social justice, and his speeches united and motivated millions to take action. This essay will explore how King's courageous actions and visionary leadership advanced racial equality in the United States.
What is....
This essay will explore how King's courageous actions and visionary leadership advanced racial equality in the United States through nonviolent protest and his powerful rhetoric. King's advocacy for nonviolence pushed forward social justice, and his speeches united and motivated millions to take action.
A goldfish attention span is 9 seconds. And as from 2015 a human is 8 seconds.
What type of attention grabber is this?
What is....Startling fact/statement
What purpose does a body paragraph serve in relation to your thesis statement?
What is it... explains your main point(s) in detail with evidence
What are the main types of sources where evidence could come from. Give examples for each.
What is...Primary (letters, speeches, diaries) and secondary (articles, biographies, books) sources.
What would the following be an example of for an essay strictly on MLK's work during the civil rights movement of the 1960s:
MLK's pivotal work paved the way for the emergence of contemporary movements like Black Lives Matter that were inspired by his non-violent approaches and resilient civil disobedience.
Where in the introduction paragraph should the thesis statement be?
What is....the last sentence/at the end.
Choose the best hook from the following on Rosa Parks:
Born in Tuskegee, Alabama on February 4, 1913 to James and Leona McCauley, Rosa’s parents were born before slavery was banished from the United States.
This essay is about Rosa Parks, a civil rights activist fighting for the equal and fair treatment of African Americans.
Imagine bus doors open and you walk in. You pay your fare and walk through the middle aisle. All around you, the white’s began pulling disgusted faces and spat where you walked. You did not seem bothered by this as this was an everyday occurrence....
What is....the last one!
Place the following in the right order according to PEEL:
King's speech, "I Have a Dream", used vivid language and imagery to articulate the injustices faced by African Americans.
This powerful oratory helped lead to landmark legislation such as the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Voting Rights Act of 1965.
MLK had a profound impact on the civil rights movement through his powerful rhetoric and ability to inspire others.
His words painted a vision of a more just and inclusive society calling on citizens to take action against discrimination.
What is....
(P) MLK had a profound impact on the civil rights movement through his powerful rhetoric and ability to inspire others. (E) King's speech, "I Have a Dream", used vivid language and imagery to articulate the injustices faced by African Americans. (E) His words painted a vision of a more just and inclusive society calling on citizens to take action against discrimination. (L) This powerful oratory helped lead to landmark legislation such as the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Voting Rights Act of 1965.
Place the following sentences in the correct order according to PEEL:
This strategic approach, rooted in the principles of civil disobedience, was instrumental in advancing the civil rights agenda and achieving legislative victories such as the Civil Rights Act and Voting Rights Act.
King's strategy of peaceful protest, even in the face of violent opposition, helped to win over public opinion and put moral pressure on the government to enact reforms.
Martin Luther King Jr.'s commitment to nonviolent civil disobedience was a key factor in the progress of the civil rights movement.
Landmark events like the Montgomery bus boycott and the March on Washington showcased King's ability to mobilize masses of people through nonviolent means, capturing the attention of the nation and the world.
What is...
(P) Martin Luther King Jr.'s commitment to nonviolent civil disobedience was a key factor in the progress of the civil rights movement. (E) King's strategy of peaceful protest, even in the face of violent opposition, helped to win over public opinion and put moral pressure on the government to enact reforms. (E) Landmark events like the Montgomery bus boycott and the March on Washington showcased King's ability to mobilize masses of people through nonviolent means, capturing the attention of the nation and the world. (L) This strategic approach, rooted in the principles of civil disobedience, was instrumental in advancing the civil rights agenda and achieving legislative victories such as the Civil Rights Act and Voting Rights Act.
Place the following conclusion in the correct order:
Martin Luther King Jr.'s peaceful leadership made a big difference in American history and still inspires people today to stand up for what is right.
He is remembered as a powerful leader because of his strong belief in peaceful protests. He used nonviolent actions to fight against unfair treatment, even when he faced danger.
Events like the Montgomery Bus Boycott and the March on Washington showed how he could bring people together to demand change.
His actions helped lead to important laws like the Civil Rights Act and the Voting Rights Act.
Martin Luther King Jr.'s commitment to nonviolent civil disobedience was a key factor in the progress of the civil rights movement.
What is...
Martin Luther King Jr.'s commitment to nonviolent civil disobedience was a key factor in the progress of the civil rights movement. He is remembered as a powerful leader because of his strong belief in peaceful protests. He used nonviolent actions to fight against unfair treatment, even when he faced danger. Events like the Montgomery Bus Boycott and the March on Washington showed how he could bring people together to demand change. His actions helped lead to important laws like the Civil Rights Act and the Voting Rights Act. Martin Luther King Jr.'s peaceful leadership made a big difference in American history and still inspires people today to stand up for what is right.
Place the following pieces into a sound and compelling thesis statement:
Rosa Parks, reform, social inequality, sparked a flame, civil disobedience, non-violent resistance, forefront women leadership
What is...
Rosa Parks sparked a flame for social inequality reform through her forefront women leadership in civil disobedience and non-violent resistance.
Give an example of each of the following for your significant individual: a Quote hook, a striking fact, provocative question.
What is...(examples)
"‘Be the change you wish to see in the world,’ said Gandhi."
"She transformed an entire industry by age 30."
"What makes a leader truly unforgettable?"