Components of a strong thesis statement

1. Strong Thesis Statements “ In this paper, I am going to tell you my opinion of the things that are going on in the world of television in the modern day world.” And your point is?

10. Determine whether the following is a good or poor thesis statement What are the causes of violence? Poor A thesis statement is not a question!

11. Determine whether the following is a good or poor thesis statement The purpose of my paper is to identify the causes of violence. Poor A thesis is not a statement of purpose!

12. Determine whether the following is a good or poor thesis statement The education system in the U.S. Poor A thesis statement is not just a topic!

13. Determine whether the following is a good or poor thesis statement Teen pregnancy can be reduced with good education, parental support, and birth control. Yes, a thesis statement reflects a position!

14. Determine whether the following is a good or poor thesis statement I would like to discuss how teachers and students can develop better relationships. Poor A thesis is not a statement of purpose!

15. Determine whether the following is a good or poor thesis statement Why are there so many high school drop outs in the U.S.? Poor A thesis statement is not a question!

16. Determine whether the following is a good or poor thesis statement Grades should be eliminated because they cause anxiety and put unnecessary pressure on students. Yes, a thesis statement reflects a position!

17. Determine whether the following is a good or poor thesis statement Honesty and trust in the classroom. Poor A thesis statement is not just a topic!

18. Determine whether the following is a good or poor thesis statement Honesty and trust play an important role in successful teacher-student relationships. Yes, a thesis statement reflects a position!

19. Determine whether the following is a good or poor thesis statement The increase of cheating in our classrooms. Poor A thesis statement is not just a topic!

20. Determine whether the following is a good or poor thesis statement What can be done to reduce violence in schools? Who is to blame-- the parents, the schools, or society in general? Poor A thesis statement is not a question!

21. Determine whether the following is a good or poor thesis statement Essay writing is a process that can be learned, but it takes time, patience, and hard work. Yes, a thesis statement reflects a position!

22. Slides 9-22 created by Vivian Sinou of Purdue University . Just remember, the thesis must reflect a position that can be supported.