6.4.3.1 - Crafting a Nuanced and Arguable Thesis Statement
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Practice Questions
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Define a thesis statement in your own words.
💡 Hint: Think about what you usually see in the introduction of essays.
What does it mean for a thesis to be arguable?
💡 Hint: Consider if someone could disagree with the statement.
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What is the primary function of a thesis statement?
💡 Hint: Think about what guides the reader through your writing.
True or False: A thesis statement should be vague.
💡 Hint: Consider how a clear thesis helps both the writer and the reader.
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Draft a thesis statement for the following research question: 'What impact does imagery have on the themes of longing in Text A?'
💡 Hint: Consider how imagery creates emotional depth.
Evaluate whether the following statement could serve as a thesis: 'Text A and Text B are about love.' What are its weaknesses?
💡 Hint: Focus on the complexities of love in the two texts.
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