Activity 2: Directions For each pair of sentences below. select the one that you think would make the more effective thesis in the introductory paragraph of a short essay (approximately
400 to 600 words). Keep in mind that an effective thesis statement should be
sharply focused and specific, not just a general statement of fact
1
(a) The Hunger Games is a science fiction adventure film based on the novel of the
same name by Suzanne Collins
(b) The Hunger Games is a morality tale about the dangers of a political system that is
dominated by the wealthy
2. (a) There is no question that cell phones have changed our lives in a very big way
(b) While cellphones provide freedom and mobility, they can also become a leash,
compelling users to answer them anywhere and at any time.
3. (a) Finding a job is never easy, but it can be especially hard when the economy is still
feeling the effects of a recession and employers are reluctant to hire new workers
(b) College students looking for part-time work should begin their search by taking
advantage of job-finding resources on campus
4
(a) For the past three decades, coconut oil has been unjustly criticized as an artery-
clogging saturated fat.
(b) Cooking oil is from plant, animal or synthetic fat that is used in frying, baking, and other
types of cooking