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An effective thesis statement should
begin with an argument.
support the claim made in the essay.
clarify the topic of the essay.
not contain the author's viewpoint.
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Correct answers: 1 and 3.
- Begin with an argument — True. A strong thesis states an arguable claim or position.
- Support the claim made in the essay — False. The essay should support the thesis; the thesis is the claim, not something that is supported by the claim.
- Clarify the topic of the essay — True. A good thesis narrows and clarifies the topic and scope.
- Not contain the author's viewpoint — False. A thesis should express the author’s viewpoint; without it the statement is only a topic, not a thesis.
Example: Weak — "This paper will discuss renewable energy." Strong — "Governments should prioritize solar and wind power because they cut emissions, create jobs, and lower long‑term energy costs."
- Begin with an argument — True. A strong thesis states an arguable claim or position.
- Support the claim made in the essay — False. The essay should support the thesis; the thesis is the claim, not something that is supported by the claim.
- Clarify the topic of the essay — True. A good thesis narrows and clarifies the topic and scope.
- Not contain the author's viewpoint — False. A thesis should express the author’s viewpoint; without it the statement is only a topic, not a thesis.
Example: Weak — "This paper will discuss renewable energy." Strong — "Governments should prioritize solar and wind power because they cut emissions, create jobs, and lower long‑term energy costs."
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