Writing thesis statements,
Main Ideas, Supporting
Ideas, Transitional Words,
Announcement Vs Thesis
Too broad topics
Write TB beside each statement that is too broad to be developed in an essay. Write OK beside the statement in each
pair that is clear, and limited point.
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1.a. _____________war between countries continues to be international tension.
b. ____________ we live in a terrible world
2. a._____________ human beings don't help each other.
b. ______________Human selfishness is seen during the time of danger.
Too narrow topics
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___________a. She is q tarrible friend.
___________b. She is a terrible friend because she is too narcissistic.
____________ a. Eating healthy can ensure a better life.
____________ b. Eating healthy is important.
Thesis Statement
Topic: Death penalty should be banned
Thesis statement:
1. It is inhuman
2. No one should be allowed to take another life
3. Criminals should be given the time to suffer in isolation
Main ideas vs Supporting Ideas
Topic: Women will lead the future
1. Women have been contributing a lot in the society through their talents,
innovative ideas and hard work
2. Women are being empowered
3. Women ARe contributing in business, technology and social services
4. Women are getting more opportunities than before
5. Women are working at offices, textile industries, education and so on.
6. Women are more aware of their rights than before
7. Women are not tolerating violence, humiliation, torture or any kind of
aggression
Transitional words
Moreover, In addition, nevertheless, however, on the contrary
Rickshaws are generally safe as transports
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____________ they are prone to accidents.
_____________ they cannot be used for long distances.
______________ they cause traffic jam.
______________ cngs are less prone to accidents.
______________ they are not completely safe either.
Announcements vs Thesis
1. In this paper I am going to discuss the three main reasons of gender
discrimination.
2. Gender discrimination happens because of people's patriarchal mindset,
cultural practices, and the absence of equality.
3. Road accidents happen because of inefficient drivers, license less drivers,
and narrow roads.
4. I am going to talk about the reasons of global warming in my essay.
5. Women suffer from domestic violence because of poor law enforcement,
cultural malpractices, and the unwillingness to report the violence.