Explain the difference between an argumentative thesis statement and an explanatory thesis statement.

An argumentative thesis takes a clear position to persuade the reader, while an explanatory thesis summarizes the main points of a topic to inform the reader.

Revise the following statement to make it a stronger thesis statement: 'The topic of my paper is social media.'

Answers will vary, but should include a position/argument about social media and hint at supporting evidence. For example: 'Social media has a positive impact on global communication by connecting people across borders and facilitating the rapid exchange of information.'

Creating Argument Thesis Statements

9th Grade•45 minutes

Learning Objective

I can construct a thesis statement that clearly states my argument.

Key Concepts

A thesis statement sums up the main point of your paper in one or two sentences and usually appears at the end of your introduction.

A strong thesis statement should be concise, disputable, and coherent.

The three parts of a thesis statement are the topic, your position, and the evidence you will use to support your argument.

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1. What are the three key components of a strong thesis statement, according to the video?

2. Why is it important for a thesis statement to be 'disputable'?

3. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a strong thesis statement, according to the video?

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