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Let’s Talk About

THESIS STATEMENT
• The thesis is the main idea or
main point of an informational
text.
• It serves as a roadmap of the
text you are reading.
• Remember that thesis
statements require proof or
What is a Thesis
Statement?
The thesis statement
provides direction or purpose
to 01the text. It can be 03

expressed
.
anywhere in the .
selection or passage you are
reading. It can be seen at the
beginning, middle or end of
Thesis statements can also
be explicit or implicit. Implicit
thesis statements do not
clearly express the main idea
of a text. The reader must
infer from all the details
stated in the text. On the
other hand, explicit thesis
Steps to write a
Thesis Statement

1. Example:
Superman
Choose a topic.
Example: Why
2.
is Superman

Create a question.
so cool?
3. Example:
1. He can fly.
Find reasons that 2. He is strong.
answers your question
3. He helps
people in
Example:
4.
Superman is cool
Put them all together and because he can fly,
be sure to answer your
question. helps people in
danger and he is
Key Elements for
a Strong Thesis
Statement
1. It is not a
A fact is irrefutable. Writing a
fact.
fact as a thesis makes no
argument.
Weak: Cats spend most of their time sleeping.
Strong: Cats are better than dogs because they
keep pests at bay and they require less work than
puppies.
2. It is not a
A question simply does not
question.
express one’s claim or comment
Weak: about
What areathetopic.
advantages of keeping a pet at home?
Strong: A person who wants to live happily in life should
own a pet because of their ability to help decrease
depression, stress and anxiety.
3. It is not an
Avoid saying what you will
announcement.
discuss in the text.
Weak: This paper discusses the advantages and disadvantages
of owning a pet.
Strong: Owning a pet brings good than burden because
they can lower stress levels, make one feels safe and teach
their owners responsibility.
4. It is not too broad.
Avoid making vague and confusing
thesis statements by making specific
Weak:and focused
Too much alcoholthesis.
consumption is not good for
the health.
Strong: Excessive alcohol consumption increases the
risk to health problems as it may cause liver damage,
stomach distress and even cancer.
5. It is complete
sentence.
A phrase does not convey
complete ideas or thought.
Stating the thesis in complete
sentence makes it easier for the
reader to understand the main
6. It requires
Tosupport.
make your thesis
statement persuasive, facts,
surveys, reports etc. Should
be used as proof or evidence
to support your claim or
7. It takes a stand.

The thesis should clearly


show your claim about a
subject/topic.
8. It is arguable.
The thesis should be
contestable, debatable or
argumentative. Again, the
thesis statement should
never be a factual
Directions: Choose the most appropriate thesis
statement on the following topics. Encircle the letter
of your choice.
1. On Reopening of Classes
a. It is not safe for students and teachers to attend classes this August.
b. The schools, both public and private, must prioritize health safety
protocols for learners and teachers by ensuring that vaccines are available in
the country before school opening.
c. I know a lot of parents are against the reopening of classes this August.
d. Pros and cons of resumption of classes amidst this COVID 19
pandemic
2. On Wearing of School Uniforms
a. “It’s not about the dress you wear, but the life you
lead in the dress” Diana Vreeland.
b. Wearing school uniforms promotes not just self-
respect but also respect to learning and educational
institutions.
c. Wearing of school uniforms have advantages and
disadvantages.
d. In this paper, I will explore the benefits of school
uniform policy.
3. On the Use of Gadgets
a. Gadget use should be in moderation as it may
negatively affect physical and psychological health.
b. Negative effects of gadget use include vision
problems, lack of sleep, confusion, and even
violence.
c. I guess gadget use does more harm than good.
d. Any type of gadget is bad for children.
4. On ABS-CBN Shutdown
a. ABS-CBN should not be stopped from operating as
many employees may lose their job during this pandemic.
b. This paper will explore the reasons why ABS-CBN
should be shut down.
c. I think ABS-CBN shutdown is a major blow to
press freedom in the country.
d. What are the reasons of ABS-CBN shutdown?
5. On Reinstatement of Death Penalty in the Philippines
a. Surveys show that Filipinos would like death penalty to be
reinstated in the country.
b. I believe that death penalty will only violate the human
rights of every Filipino.
c. Death penalty does not only serve justice to the victims and
their family, but it also helps decrease the number of heinous crime
in the Philippines.
d. This passage talks about why death penalty should be
reinstated in the Philippines.

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