Drafting a Strong Thesis
សរសេរសេចក្តីថ្លែងអំណះអំណាង (Thesis Statement)
Your Task:
You are writing an argumentative essay. Read the topic below and draft a single, strong Thesis Statement (1 to 2 sentences max).
A strong thesis must follow these rules:
- Take a clear, definitive stance (Do not sit on the fence).
- Include 2 or 3 specific reasons that you will discuss in your body paragraphs.
- Do NOT use phrases like "I think," "In my opinion," or "This essay will show...".
Topic:
"Should smartphones be completely banned in high school classrooms?"
Your Thesis Statement:
Example of a Strong Thesis:
"Smartphones should be completely banned in high school classrooms because they cause severe academic distractions, facilitate cyberbullying, and negatively impact students' mental health."
Why it works: It takes a firm stance (they should be banned) and clearly lists the three specific points that the essay will cover (distractions, cyberbullying, mental health).
"Smartphones should be completely banned in high school classrooms because they cause severe academic distractions, facilitate cyberbullying, and negatively impact students' mental health."
Why it works: It takes a firm stance (they should be banned) and clearly lists the three specific points that the essay will cover (distractions, cyberbullying, mental health).