Thesis Statement Post-assessment
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This quiz will assess your knowledge of Thesis Statements.
- 1.
- A.
It is the first sentence at the beginning of each paragraph.
- B.
It makes a claim that other people may dispute, challenge, or oppose.
- C.
It is a question in response to the writing assignment.
- D.
It is a road map for a paper; it tells the reader what the paper will focus on.
- E.
It is a simple statement of fact.
- 2."I admire my brother, because he is a straight "A" student, he works two jobs, and he volunteers at the community center."This thesis statement is an example of a ____________ ___________________ thesis statement.
- 3.The first thing you should do after receiving your writing prompt is write your thesis statement.
- A.
True
- B.
False
- 4.A good thesis statement is a broad generalization about your topic.
- A.
True
- B.
False
- 5.
- 6.
- A.
The Yankee Doodle Restaurant has great food, atmosphere, and low prices.
- B.
The Yankee Doodle Restaurant is a great place to eat, because the staff is friendly, the food is delicious, and the atmosphere is relaxing.
- C.
The Yankee Doodle Restaurant is a great place to eat.
- 7.Write a "blue printed" thesis statement for the following prompt:"Write a five paragraph essay about someone who inspires you."
- 8.A good thesis statement:
- A.
Usually needs to be two or three sentences so that the main idea of your paper is clearly stated.
- B.
Is found at the beginning of each paragraph.
- C.
Is the first sentence of your conclusion.
- D.
Is found in the introduction.
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- 10.
- 11.The main idea of an essay is found:
- A.
In the title
- B.
In the introduction
- C.
At the beginning of each body paragraph
- D.
In the thesis statement
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