Analyze and Adapt to Your Audience — Unit test

Question 64 • TX-Communication Applications

Which of the following would be the most effective thesis statement for a persuasive speech?

Answer

Should colleges accept students with high test scores or students with strong extracurricular backgrounds?

High school graduates should be required to take a year off to pursue community service projects before entering college in order to increase their maturity and global awareness.

High school graduates should be required to take a year before entering college.

The life of the typical college student is characterized by time spent studying, attending class, and socializing with peers.

Explanation

A persuasive thesis should make a clear, debatable claim and give a reason supporting it. Choice B argues that high school graduates should complete a year of community service before college and explains the intended benefits: greater maturity and global awareness. Choice C states a position but is too vague, while A asks a question and D only describes college life.

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