Question
Which of the following thesis statements is both debatable and specific? Cell phones and tablets are a common feature of the world today. Computers and mobile technology are being used more and more in the classroom. Cell phones must not be banned in classrooms because they can be used as educational tools. Teachers and educators often explore ways to take advantage of mobile devices.
Answer
Cell phones must not be banned in classrooms because they can be used as educational tools.
- Read and analyze each thesis statement.
- Eliminate thesis statement 1 because it is not debatable or specific.
- Eliminate thesis statement 2 because it is not debatable.
- Select thesis statement 3 because it is both debatable and specific.