Thesis Revision & Improvement Strategies

Questions

1. MultiChoice

   Read this weak thesis: 'Dogs are great pets.' Which revision makes it a strong persuasive thesis?

2. MultiChoice

   Read this weak thesis: 'Recycling is something we should do.' How can it be improved?

3. MultiChoice

   Which revision turns 'School start times are early' into a clear thesis statement?

4. MultiChoice

   What is wrong with this thesis: 'Plastic in the ocean is bad and someone needs to fix it'?

5. MultiChoice

   Choose the best revision for: 'I think video games cause some problems.'

6. MultiChoice

   How can you improve a thesis statement that is phrased as a question: 'Should students wear uniforms?'

7. MultiChoice

   Read this draft: 'Junk food is sold in cafeterias.' Which option makes it persuasive?

8. MultiChoice

   Select the most effective revision for: 'Library books are good for kids.'

9. MultiChoice

   Identify the primary error in this thesis statement: 'This essay will discuss three reasons why seatbelts are important, including safety, laws, and avoiding injuries.'

10. MultiChoice

    Which revision corrects the vague language in: 'Doing sports does good things for people'?

11. MultiChoice

    Read this weak draft: 'Social media is dangerous.' Which revision adds specificity and strong reasons?

12. MultiChoice

    What step should a writer take immediately after drafting a thesis statement?