Exercise
Thesis Statements: Identifying Stance and Opinion Words
Identify key stance and opinion words that clearly signal a writer's position in a thesis statement.
Questions
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Which word in a thesis statement signals a clear stance or obligation?
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Which thesis statement takes a clear and firm stance on youth curfew laws?
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Why are words like 'maybe', 'possibly', or 'somewhat' weak in a persuasive thesis?
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Which sentence contains the strongest persuasive claim indicator?
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Which statement takes a firm stance against soda sales in schools?
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Identify the option that avoids wishy-washy language:
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What does a clear 'stance' in a thesis statement tell the reader?
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Which statement represents a clear stance on mandatory school uniforms?
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Which thesis statement shows an assertive and persuasive stance on animal testing?
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Which of these words is best suited to introduce a persuasive recommendation in a thesis?
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Which thesis statement expresses a firm, unmistakable position on homework free weekends?
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What is the key difference between a neutral summary statement and a thesis with a stance?