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language arts Ms. Sue please

1.
Which of the following is not a function of a good thesis statement? (1 point)

to establish the credibility of the author
to focus the reader's attention on the main idea
to present an interesting quote about the topic

2.
Which of the following is the strongest thesis statement for a research report? (1 point)

The nuclear threat after Japan's earthquake of 2011 could have been avoided.
In 2011, Japan came too close to a massive environmental catastrophe.
Are people willing to support nuclear energy after what happened in Japan?

3.
Which of the following is the best way to achieve focus in the introduction of a research report? (1 point)

explaining your own opinion on the topic
including a well-crafted thesis statement that summarizes the topic
presenting a list of facts supported by sources

My answers:
1. to focus the reader's attention on the main idea
2. The nuclear threat after Japan's earthquake of 2011 could have been avoided.
3. including a well-crafted thesis statement that summarizes the topic

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Delilah

  1. I disagree with your first answer. The other two are correct.

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  2. okay thank you. Is #1 "to establish the credibility of the author"?

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    Delilah

  4. The poorest function of a thesis statement is to present a quote.

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