Thesis Statement Quiz
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What is the main purpose of a thesis statement?

  • To provide background information about the topic
  • To present the main idea and the writer's opinion in an essay (correct)
  • To list the main points that will be discussed in the essay
  • To summarize the entire essay in one sentence
  • Where is a thesis statement usually placed?

  • In the title of the essay
  • In the body paragraphs of an essay
  • In the introductory paragraph of an essay (correct)
  • In the concluding paragraph of an essay
  • What should a thesis statement contain?

  • Multiple topics and opinions
  • Only a topic without any opinion
  • A broad statement without specifics
  • A topic and an opinion about the topic (correct)
  • What is something to avoid when formulating a thesis statement?

    <p>Being too broad and lacking specificity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a thesis statement considered to be?

    <p>A claim that could be argued</p> Signup and view all the answers

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