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Worksheet Description

The Thesis Statement worksheet provides a step-by-step guide for students to create a specific and debatable thesis statement for an essay. It instructs students to refine their topic by considering questions such as who, what, when, where, which ones, and how many. Next, it prompts them to construct a sentence that can be debated, using phrases like “avoids,” “ignores,” “accentuates,” and “should/should not.” Finally, it asks students to explain why their argument is significant by using starters like “demonstrating that” and “resulting in.”

The worksheet is teaching students how to craft a precise and argumentative thesis statement that clearly states their position and the significance of their argument. It encourages specificity and clarity, pushing students to consider the finer details of their topic and to choose words that express a clear stance. By using the sentence starters provided, students learn to create a thesis statement that not only presents an argument but also sets the stage for the ensuing discussion. This process is fundamental in academic writing, as a strong thesis statement is the cornerstone of a well-structured essay.