The thesis statement belongs at the end of the first paragraph. Use the sentences below to identify which statement would be considered a WEAK thesis statement.
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Today's films do not have the emotional impact of the classic horror films of the 1940s.
Many people do not like to watch violent horror films.
Many people believe that violent horror films are unnecessary and harmful to society.
The statement "Many people do not like to watch violent horror films" would be considered a WEAK thesis statement.
To identify which statement would be considered a weak thesis statement, we need to evaluate each statement in terms of its clarity, specificity, and arguability.
1. "Today's films do not have the emotional impact of the classic horror films of the 1940s" - This statement is clear and arguable. It expresses a specific claim about the emotional impact of contemporary films compared to classic horror films. Therefore, it is not a weak thesis statement.
2. "Many people do not like to watch violent horror films" - This statement is a general observation rather than a specific claim. It does not provide a clear focus for the essay or a strong argument. Thus, it can be considered a weak thesis statement.