Writing a Good Thesis Statement

1. 8th Grade Language Arts Writing a Good Thesis Statement

2. A thesis statement should never contain the following: in my opinion, I think, I believe, etc. • A good thesis statement is a declarative sentence with no qualifiers(might, maybe, perhaps, etc.): • Good example: Lebron James' ability to score, pass, and rebound make him the league's most valuable player. • Bad example: Does Lebron James' ability to score, pass, and rebound make him the league's most valuable player? THESIS STATEMENT

3. There are a few ways to write a thesis statement. The most popular is to use 3 examples to prove a point. The three points can be organized in many ways: topics, themes, points, characters, ideas, chronological (by time) or others. A thesis is the "So What?" of your paper. It tells the reader what your essay is about. This should be a very clear, plain sentence THESIS STATEMENT

4. Here are some examples of thesis statements. The internet was the most important invention of the 20th century because it made information easily accessible, connected the world in a new way and increased the efficiency of information sharing. Year round schooling is not beneficial for students because it would create unnecessary stress, negativity toward school, and limited vacation opportunities. THESIS STATEMENT

5. Do you think that Steve acted as a lookout for King and Bobo before the robbery? and 2) Do you think that Steve is responsible for Mr. Nesbitt’s death? Write your Thesis statement! 1 THESIS STATEMENT

6. Do you think that Steve acted as a lookout for King and Bobo before the robbery? and 2) Do you think that Steve is responsible for Mr. Nesbitt’s death? In the novel “Monster” Myers suggest by means of Steve’s journals, conversation and testimony corroborates Steve’s involvementas a lookout and proves he is responsible for the death of Mr. Nesbitt. 1 THESIS STATEMENT