Quiz time!

1. What is a thesis statement?

a) A conclusion of an essay
b) A statement that introduces the main
topic of an essay
c) A statement that presents the main
argument or claim of an essay
d) A statement that summarizes the main
points of an essay
 2. Which of the following is an example of an
explicit thesis statement?

a) "The protagonist's actions reflect the struggle

between good and evil."
b) "The novel explores the themes of love and
friendship."
c) "The government should take immediate action to
address climate change."
d) "The author uses vivid imagery to create a sense
of atmosphere."
3. True or False: A thesis statement should
be a question.

a) True
b) False
4. What is the purpose of a thesis statement?

a) To summarize the main points of an essay

b) To introduce the main topic of an essay
c) To provide a roadmap for the essay and
present the main argument or claim
d) To analyze the supporting evidence in an
essay
5. Which of the following is an example of an implicit
thesis statement?

a) "The poem uses symbolism to convey a sense of loss

and longing."
b) "The author's use of irony highlights the flaws of
society."
c) "The main character's transformation reflects the
theme of self-discovery."
d) "The story explores the complexities of human
relationships."
6. What should a strong thesis statement be?

a) Vague and open-ended

b) Narrow and specific
c) General and broad
d) Unrelated to the topic of the essay
 7. True or False: A thesis statement
should be revised and refined throughout
the writing process.

a) True
b) False
8. Which of the following is a characteristic of
a weak thesis statement?

a) It presents a clear and specific argument.

b) It is supported by evidence and analysis.
c) It is overly broad and lacks focus.
d) It is concise and to the point.
 9. What is the last sentence of an
introductory paragraph that often
includes the thesis statement called?

a) Topic sentence
b) Conclusion
c) Hook
d) Thesis statement
10. What is the main purpose of a thesis
statement in an essay?

a) To introduce the main topic

b) To summarize the main points
c) To provide evidence and examples
d) To present the main argument or claim