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Quarter 3 – Module 3
Thesis Statement

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 What I Need to Know

It is important to understand what thesis statement is. In reading or even writing,

thesis statement covers the topic sentence that you will discuss in your paper. Thesis
statement also prepares you if you will write an essay.
This module is made for you to understand more about thesis statement, its
components, and characteristics. Aside from that, you will also understand the functions of
thesis statement in your writing and how to write an effective one.

In this module, you are expected to:

State the thesis statement of an academic text
(CS_EN11/12A-EAPP-la-c-6)

Learning Objectives:
a. Identify characteristics of an effective thesis statement.
b. Discuss thesis statement and its characteristics.

What I Know
Directions: Choose the letter of the best answer. Write your answer on a separate sheet of
paper.

1. What are the three parts that make up a thesis statement?

a. Identification of topic, the purpose, and at least 3 supporting details to support
your thesis statement.
b. Topic sentence, introduction, and conclusion
c. Introduction, a quote or paraphrase, and conclusion
d. Why I chose the topic, why is it a great topic, my personal connection to the topic
2. In which paragraph is the thesis statement usually found?
a. First paragraph
b. Anywhere in the essay
c. Last paragraph
d. The first sentence of every paragraph

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 3. Thesis statement is usually composed of :
a. 1-2 sentences
b. 1-2 paragraphs
c. 1-2 words
d. 1-2 pages

4. When creating a thesis statement, it is important to consider your .

a. Topic
b. Purpose
c. Audience
d. All of the above

5. A thesis statement should never :

a. Ask a question
b. State your opinion
c. Provide evidence
d. Be direct to the point

6. A thesis statement is the of an essay.

a. shape
b. evidence
c. controlling idea
d. all of the above

7. A formal style and objective tone in a thesis statement will….

a. help readers focus on the idea
b. display a respectful attitude toward the readers
c. ensure the readers to take the idea seriously
d. all of the above

8. What is the purpose of a thesis statement?

a. To give readers a hard time in understanding the paper
b. To state an opinion or clam, give evidences to prove it
c. To use vocabulary words
d. To impress the readers
 Lesson

3 THESIS STATEMENT

A thesis statement is a sentence used in an essay that serves as the guide for the essay
and directly answers the question or task asked of you. It expresses the main idea of your
paper. It is a single sentence preferably a simple declarative sentence that expresses the basic
idea around which the paper will develop.

4 Reasons Why Thesis Statement is Important

1. It gives direction to the author of a paper.
2. It gives the readers an idea to what the paper will be all about.
3. It declares the main purpose of the entire paper.
4. It is the single most useful organizational tool for both the writer and the reader.

Components of Thesis Statement

1. Topic- the general subject of the essay
e.g. Teenage Smokers
2. Controlling Idea- your opinion/belief/view/feeling about the topic
e.g. Public health departments need aggressive promotional campaigns
3. Sub-topics (Optional)- the areas you will focus on support to your idea
e.g. Damages the lungs, increases the risk of cancer, raises the chance of heart disease.

Examples of Thesis Statement

 High school seniors who join the ROTC program develop better leadership skills
because of the discipline instilled in them by the program.
 E-books do not hold our attention in the same way traditional books do.

What’s In
Directions: Read and understand the text below. Write your answer on a
separate sheet of paper.
The Golden Age of Comics

(1) The period from the late 1930s to the middle 1940s is known as the golden age of
comic books. The modern comic book came in the early 1930s in the United States as
a giveaway premium to promote the sale of the whole range of household products
such
 as cereal and cleanser. The comic books, which are printed in bright colors to attract
the attentions of potential customers, proved so popular that some publishers decided
to produce comic books that would come out on a monthly basis and would sell for a
dime each. Though comic strips had been reproduced in publications prior to this
time, the Famous Funnies comic book, which was started in 1934, marked the first
occasion that a serialized book of comics was attempted.
(2) Early comic books reprinted already existing comic strips and comics based on
known characters, however, publishers soon began introducing original characters
developed specially for comic books.
Superman was introduced in Action Comics in 1938, and Batman was introduced a
year later. The tremendous success of these superhero comic
books led to the development of numerous comic books on a variety of topics, though
superhero comic book predominated. Astonishingly, by 1945,
approximately 160 different comic books were being published in the United States
each month, and 90 percent of US children were said to read comic.

Source: Teacher’s Guide, English for Academic and Professional Purposes, Quezon
City, Sunshine Interlinks Publishing House, Inc., 2016,10-11

1. What is the thesis statement of the text?

a. Early comic books reprinted already existing comic strips and comics based
on known characters
b. by 1945, approximately 160 different comic books were being published in
the United
States each month
c. The period from the late 1930s to the middle 1940’s is known as
the golden age of comic books.
d. comic strips had been reproduced in publications prior to this time.

2. What is the main idea of this text?

a. Superman and Batman were introduced in the Action Comics.
b. The Golden Age saw the growth and development of the comic
book industry.
c. Comic books must be printed in bright colors to attract potential
customers.
d. Early comic books were based on known characters.

3. Why is it called the Golden Age of Comics?

a. Because the text describes an era of American comic books
b. Because comics are considered gold during that era
c. Because Americans love to read comic books
d. Because comic books are old reading material, and nobody loves to read it in
 the present time

4. The tremendous success of these superhero comic books led to the development of
numerous comic books on a variety of topics, through superhero comic book
predominated. What does the underlined word mean?
a. bantam c. huge
b. midget d. bitty

5. The purpose of this text is to __________the readers.

a. inform c. question
b. convince d. argue

What’s New
Directions: Read the thesis statements below. Place a check mark (/) if the thesis
statement is effective. If not, identify the flaw by writing (A) for
announcement or (O) for opinion. Write your answer on a separate sheet of
paper.
1. In this essay, I am going to discuss the advantages of
DepEd’s Blended Learning.
2. Rodrigo Roa Duterte is the best president.
3. Due to COVID-19, schools should continue to adapt DepEd’s
Blended Learning because it is still unsafe for children to go out
of their house and be in school.
4. It will be better if minors will be allowed to go to malls and fast
food chains.
5. This paper will discuss about pros and cons of K to 12.

What Is It
A thesis is an argument that can be supported by evidence. It
must have three qualities:
1. Interpretation- A thesis cannot be a mere statement of fact.

2. Precision- A good thesis is specific to the facts being discussed and shows the
precise relationship among them.

3. Surprise- A thesis must change a reader’s mind to be of value.

These are the 7 Characteristics of An Effective Thesis Statement

1. Responds to the assignment by following instructions.
 Thesis statement is relevant and addresses what your teacher has prescribed.
2. Expresses the main idea in one to two sentences.
 Thesis statement should be comprehensive yet concise.
3. Focuses on specific issue.
 Thesis statement should be sufficiently narrowed based on the boundaries
of assignment and should only discuss one or a few related issues.
4. States a stand on the topic.
 Thesis statement must reveal your attitude toward the topic.
5. Says something meaningful by answering the questions, so what, how and why.
 A good thesis statement shows why the reader should care about your work.
6. Previews the rest of the essay by being placed in the introduction.
 Thesis statement is usually placed in the introduction so that the reader knows what
to expect in reading your essay.
7. Reflects a tone and point-of-view appropriate to the identified purpose and audience.
 Thesis statement should consider the writing situation you find yourself in.

Source: Marella A. Tiongson and Maxine Rafaella C. Rodriguez, Reading and

Writing Skills, Manila, Rex Bookstore Inc., 2019, 52-56

What’s More

Activity 1: CROSSWORD

Directions: Identify the different components and qualities of a thesis statement. The clues or
hints below will help you solve the puzzle. Write your answer on a separate sheet of paper.
Across
1. A thesis must change a reader’s mind to be of value.
2. A type of sentence used in a thesis statement to express the basic idea around
which the paper will develop.
3. A good thesis is specific to the facts being discussed and shows the
precise relationship among them.
4. It is defined as the general subject of the essay.
5. It is the area you will focus on support to your idea.

Down
1. It is defined as an argument that can be supported by evidence.
2. A thesis cannot be a mere statement of fact.
3. A good thesis is specific to the facts being discussed and shows the precise
relationship among them.
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Activity 2: CHECK OR WRONG

Directions: Read the thesis statements below. Put a check mark (/) if the thesis
statement is correct and (X ) if not. Write your answer on a separate sheet of paper.
Reading Text
1. Thesis statement reflects a perspective on a topic.
2. Using quotes in a thesis statement to support your point of
view about a certain topic is necessary.
3. Thesis statement in a question form is the best.
4. Thesis statement and topic sentence are the same.
5. Thesis statement serves as your readers guide.

Activity 3: UNDERSTAND ME
Directions: Read each situation below carefully. Identify the best thesis statement by writing
only the letter of your choice. Write your answer on a separate sheet of paper.

1. Early on life, people develop an admiration for modern heroes. In a well-

developed essay, discuss a person you admire and why you chose this person.
 a. The person that I admire is Emmanuel “Manny” Pacquiao, who is a
famous boxer.
b. One person I admire is Emmanuel “Manny” Pacquiao, the greatest boxer
of all time.
c. I admire Emmanuel “Manny” Pacquiao for he is a wealthy man.
d. All of the above.

2. Discuss the economic effects of World War II on the United States in terms of
social and political aspect.

a. World War II had a major impact on the economy of the United States.
b. Aside from altering the role of the American government and American
people forever, World War II affected the economy of the United States
c. World War II lasted from 1935-1945.
d. Tens of millions of people died during the World War II.

3.
Globalization has played a big role in the developing economies in South
Asia. Discuss the positive and negative effects of globalization in one South
Asian Country.

a. In India, Globalization has offered solutions to poverty for some and

created more severe poverty for others.
b. In India, globalization has meant new jobs.
c. In India, globalization interacts, integrates among people, companies and
government worldwide.
d. India was largely and intentionally isolated from the world markets.

Activity 4- SHADE ME
Directions: Read the statements below and identify whether the thesis statement
is weak or strong. Write your answer on a separate sheet of paper.

1. Many people object today’s violent horror movies. Weak

Strong
2. I enjoy watching horror movies. Weak
Strong
3. Everyone should exercise. Weak
Strong
4. Everyone should add exercise to their daily routine Weak
because it helps our body healthy and also reduces the Strong
risk of high blood pressure.
 5. In developing a child’s analytical mind, frequent Weak
reading can help. Strong

What I Have Learned

Directions: Read and analyze each statement below. Write T if the statement is true and write
F if not. Write your answer on a separate sheet of paper.

1. Thesis statement is a broad generalization of your topic.

2. The more sentences for thesis statement, the better for it will
clearly explain the main idea of your essay.
3. In your essay, a good thesis statement is when you argue an overly topic.
4. Thesis statement is the first sentence of your conclusion.
5. Thesis statement can be found in the beginning of each paragraph.

What I Can Do

Directions: Break down, separate, or map the thesis statement and write it on the graphic
organizer. Write your answer on a separate sheet of paper.

Topic Position

3 reasons for Thesis Statement

support

Reading for pleasure improves academic performance by enhancing

memory, adding/discovering new vocabulary and reduces stress.
 Topic Position

3 reasons for support Thesis Statement

Summer is the best season of the year because everybody has plenty of
time to hang out with friends, best time to swim and academic class is
over.

Assessment
Directions: Choose the strongest thesis statement based on the topic idea provided.
Write your answer on a separate sheet of paper.

1. Based on a topic of Teacher Pay

a. Teachers have tons of work.
b. I think teachers are hard workers and must be compensated well.
c. This paper will discuss about reasons why teachers should be paid with higher
salary.
d. Teachers play a vital role in educating children and with this, they should be paid with
higher wages to replicate the importance of this task.
2. Based on a topic of Vegetarian Diets
a. This essay will discuss on the benefits of vegetarian diet.
b. Vegetarian diet provides health benefits, and Americans could benefit from
becoming vegetarians.
c. I think vegetarians live longer life.
d. Vegetarian diet does not have any significant health benefits at all.
3. Based on a topic of Digital Literacy Skills

a.Teaching student’s digital literacy will help them understand the difference between
opinion from legitimate and with this, they can examine reading material whether it’s a
good source or if it has misleading information.
b. Is digital literacy skills important for students to learn?
c. This paper will discuss the importance of why students should learn digital literacy for it
will help them scrutinize reading materials.
d. I think teaching digital literacy will benefit students for they can identify
factual information from opinionated ones.
4. Based on a topic of Supporting More Women to Run for a Political Position
a. I think women are really capable of handling any political position on the
government regardless of their accomplishments.
b. Can women handle any political position in the government?
c. This paper will discuss about empowering women.
d. It is significant to educate women to run for office and support a future candidate to
get started on a political career.
5. Based on topic Diversity in the Workforce
a. Regardless of skin colors or backgrounds, diverse group of people in a workplace leads
to richer ideas, more cooperation, and empathy among group.
b. Two heads are better than one.
c. This paper will talk about Diversity in the workforce.
d. I think regardless of individual’s background, everybody is encouraged to freely share
their ideas to contribute meaningfully for the success of their company/workplace.
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These are the seven (7) Characteristics of An Effective Thesis Statement.

Directions: Look for these words and encircle each of them.

Respond State
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 References

Books

Marella A. Tiongson and Maxine Rafaella C. Rodriguez, Reading and Writing Skills, Manila,
Rex Bookstore Inc., 2019, 52-56

Teacher’s Guide, English for Academic and Professional Purposes, Quezon City, Sunshine
Interlinks Publishing House, Inc., 2016,10-11

Website

For further readings, please follow this link:

“Zachary Schrag’s Guidelines for History Students” accessed June 22, 2020
https://historyprofessor.org/argument/elements-of-a-thesis-statement/

Development Team of the Module

Writer: Jinky T. Jalon

Vitali National High School Zamboanga City

Editors: Dhara May T. Ponce

Edna A. Natividad, MAELS

Reviewers: Florenda H. Quinte. PD Valeria Fides G. Corteza, PhD

Education Program Supervisor - English

Layout Artist: Jovie R. Cruz, MAEd

Management Team:
Roy C. Tuballa, EMD.JD.CESO VI Jay S. Montealto, CESO VI
Norma T. Francisco, DM Mildred D. Dayao, Ed.D Valeria Fides G. Corteza, PhD Aida Coyme, EdD