Build a thesis statement that names a position plus three reasons (MG-4)
Exercise
Difficulty 3
~5 min
eng.g5.f.ex_09
Thesis Because But So Stretch
Prompt
Take a weak thesis ('Reading is good.'). Stretch it three ways: with BECAUSE, BUT, and SO. Pick the strongest.
How it's presented
mode
handwriting
paper
single line g5
Answer criteria
type
rubric
criteria
- 3 stretches written
- Each uses a different connector (because/but/so)
- Strongest starred
- Meaning increased, not just word count
Hints
- BECAUSE adds a reason. BUT adds a counter. SO adds a consequence.
- Strongest stretch carries the most meaning per word.
Misconceptions to watch
- Adds filler instead of meaning.
- All three stretches feel similar.
Used in lessons