KLT and Thesis Statement help

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Cito Kijk Luister Test

Wednesday 6 Nov: practice

Thursday 7 Nov: FORMATIVE ASSESSMENT (audio)

Tuesday 12 November: FORMATIVE ASSESSMENT (video)

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Homework Check

Finish Exercise 5 page 29 - Key word transformation

The objective is to transform information from one sentence to another without changing the meaning. You cannot change the word given, the lexis (posh way of saying words and phrases) and grammar changes but not the meaning in the sentence. 

Thesis Statement Essay

A thesis statement is a clear, concise sentence that tells the main idea or argument of your essay or paper. It acts like a roadmap for your reader, letting them know what to expect from your writing. In simple terms, it's the point you want to make and the direction your essay will take.

Thesis Statement Essay

For example, if you're writing about the importance of exercise for teenagers, your thesis statement might be: "Regular physical activity is essential for teenagers because it improves mental health, boosts energy, and promotes better academic performance."

This tells the reader what the essay will focus on and what arguments will be made. Every paragraph in the essay will support this main point. A good thesis statement is specific, clear, and debatable (meaning someone could potentially argue against it).

Book Essay

When writing a thesis statement for a book essay, you’re typically making a point about the book’s themes, characters, plot, or literary devices, and how they contribute to the overall meaning or message of the book.

Here are some tips to create a strong thesis statement for a book essay:

1. Focus on the central theme or argument: Identify what the book is about at its core. What message or lesson does the author want to convey?
2. Provide a specific argument: A thesis should not just state that something is "good" or "bad." It should explain why and how the author communicates this idea.
3. Be debatable: Your thesis should invite discussion. It shouldn’t just be a simple fact but something that can be argued or supported with evidence from the book.

Examples of Thesis Statements for Book Essays:

1. "The Outsiders" by S.E. Hinton

Thesis Statement:

"In The Outsiders, S.E. Hinton shows how people from different social groups can be very different, but also how they share similar feelings and struggles."

(This thesis focuses on the themes of social class and empathy between the characters.)

2. "The Hunger Games" by Suzanne Collins

Thesis Statement:

"In The Hunger Games, Katniss fights for survival in a world where the rich control the poor, showing how unfair systems can harm people, but also how one person can make a difference."

(This statement looks at the social inequalities and how Katniss challenges them.)

Examples of Thesis Statements for Book Essays:

3. "To Kill a Mockingbird" by Harper Lee

Thesis Statement:

"In To Kill a Mockingbird, Harper Lee teaches us about the importance of understanding other people’s lives, and how racism hurts everyone."

4. "Fahrenheit 451" by Ray Bradbury

Thesis Statement:

"In Fahrenheit 451, Ray Bradbury warns us about the dangers of losing freedom of thought, showing how important books and ideas are for a free society."

(This focuses on censorship and the importance of books and critical thinking.)

Your Thesis Statement: 

Ask yourself:  What message or lesson does the author want to convey?

Provide a specific argument: Explain why and how the author communicates this idea.

Be debatable: Your thesis should invite discussion. It shouldn’t just be a simple fact but something that can be argued or supported with evidence from the book.