Develop a Thesis

Question 7 • 620628 Intro to Comm and Speech S2 - MOORE, NATALIE PAIGE

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

Answer

The Simpsons represents the greatest animated show in the history of television.

Often dismissed because it is animated, The Simpsons treats the issue of ethnicity more powerfully than did the critically praised All In The Family.

The Simpsons often addresses issues of ethnicity, family dynamics, and social issues.

Why has The Simpsons been regarded by many as the greatest animated show in the history of television?

Explanation

A persuasive thesis should make a clear, debatable claim and give the speech a focused argument. Choice B argues that The Simpsons handles ethnicity more powerfully than All in the Family, a specific comparison that listeners could agree or disagree with. Choice A is an unsupported broad judgment, choice C merely lists topics, and choice D asks a question rather than stating a position.

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