WEEK 3 Quiz Critiquing a Thesis Statement PDF

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9 out of 10 questions correct for this quiz...

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1 Identify the best thesis statement given the statements below:  Cancun is a popular vacation spot in Mexico.  Why do people want to be teachers?  Ground zero is a permanent mark in history because it is a landmark of those who gave their lives, a permanent reminder of how Americans can rise from the ashes, and it demonstrates the fragility of life.  Exercise can play a key role in preventing obesity in America.

2 Identify the best thesis statement given the statements below:  The online library can help students academically by providing a great learning environment and librarians are available to answer students’ questions through three different ways: email, chat, and phone.  In this essay, I am going to define what obesity is, the cause of obesity, and how to maintain a healthy lifestyle.  The sport of cross-country running.  Long term drug use can have serious negative effects on one’s marriage, career, and health.

3 Identify the best thesis statement given the statements below:  Students can attain success in the online classroom through dedication, accountability, and effective time management.  All students should eat a grilled cheese sandwich every day because it will provide the nutrients they need to maintain a healthy body and mind.  What is causing the obesity rate in America? 

Strong information literacy skills are needed in the 21st Century.

4 Identify the best thesis statement given the statements below:  In this paper, I am going to discuss how bad eating habits and poor activity levels can shorten your life span.  College graduates can earn more money in their lifetimes compared to high school graduates.  Research studies show that advances in technology can positively change the work environment.  Through her application of the Family Systems Theory, Virginia Satir has assisted families and counselors alike in exploring family backgrounds, roles in their families, and roles in greater society.

5 Identify the best thesis statement given the statements below:  The federal government should open the U.S. borders to immigrants because increased immigration will increase the number of people contributing to the economy, create future jobs, and stimulate a competitive workforce that will allow for career advancement.  The purpose of this essay is to explain how smoking cigarettes are bad for people and can have disastrous consequences.  What are the pros and cons of Internet in the workplace?  Violence and video games are linked and causes of aggressive behaviors.

6 Identify the best thesis statement given the statements below:

 Cancun is one of the most popular vacation spots in Mexico because of its comfortable climate, proximity to well-known archeological sites, and affordability.  This paper will explain why obesity is a growing problem in America and how it can be prevented with lifestyle changes.  Internet policies should be in place to prevent employee abuse of the Internet in the workplace.  Online students who utilize the library for their assignments are more likely to earn good grades compared to students who do not.

7 Identify the best thesis statement given the statements below:  How can we reduce the rate of obesity in America?  Grand Canyon University is the premier Christian University in the Southwest because of the vision, mission, and Christian worldview perspective of the university.  People should not text and drive.  Having pets can provide great benefits to humans such as companionship and can help reduce depression in some individuals.

8 Identify the best thesis statement given the statements below:  Internet policies are needed to prevent employees from abusing the Internet during work hours.  In this essay, I am going to discuss the effects of violent video games on children.  The problem of pollution in major cities can be alleviated by limiting the number of cars on the street, creating more efficient public transportation systems, and planting more trees. 

Students who utilize the library resources can obtain academic success.

9 Identify the best thesis statement given the statements below:  Is using the Internet in the workplace a useful tool for employees and/or employers?  Teaching is a great profession because it allows for creativity, helping others, and opportunities for life-long learning.  Online learning provides working adults the flexibility to work full time and further their education.  The purpose of the essay is to demonstrate why children should not be allowed to play violent video games.

10 Identify the best thesis statement given the statements below:  Domestic violence is a world-wide problem that should be stopped.  Regular exercise can help boost one’s energy levels, strengthen muscles, and improve sleep patterns.  Bullying in schools is contributing to school shootings and increased dropout rates.  Where do Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs) come from? Are they a threat to our food system?...