Video: Thesis Statement

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Hahn, Socially Conscious Consumer: Thesis statement (excerpt)

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Discussion Questions

Question 1.

Question 1: Fill in the blank: Jacob’s thesis is that both ____________________BLANK and _________________BLANK are responsible to provide safe working conditions for producers of consumer goods.

Choice A. governments/companies

Choice B. governments/citizens

Choice C. companies/consumers

Choice D. consumers/non-consumers

Correct.

Incorrect. The answer is C.

Question 2.

Question 2: Fill in the blank: Based on his thesis, Jacob introduces his ____________________BLANK to the audience.

Choice A. specific purpose

Choice B. general purpose

Choice C. call to action

Choice D. main points

Correct.

Incorrect. The answer is D.

Question 3.

Question 3: Fill in the blank: Jacob states that there is _____________________BLANK to support his thesis.

Choice A. research

Choice B. evidence

Choice C. a growing movement

Choice D. at least one consumer group

Correct.

Incorrect. The answer is B.