EXERCISE: REVISING THESIS STATEMENTS

Revise the following lines to make them arguable thesis statements.

1. Cell phones are becoming increasingly popular and are in use almost anywhere one goes.

2. Computers are found in a great many offices, homes, and schools; in fact, most people expect that they will find
computers in such places.

3. This paper will consider the reasons why detective fiction is worth reading.

4. I believe that the federal government should give more money to breast cancer research.

5. I think that Smallville is probably a pretty innovative television show.

6. In my opinion, the Writing Center at Purdue is a great resource for students.

7. I have no idea whether or not Scott Peterson is guilty of murder; it’s too early to tell whether or not the state has
strong evidence against him.

8. It is stupid for colleges to charge high tuition.

9. The music business is pretty complicated.

10. Insurance companies are up to no good; it’s that simple.