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Question 51 • Speech I - B

Which of the following would be the most effective thesis statement for an informative speech?

Answer

Three major themes of Hawthorne’s The Scarlet Letter are sin, forgiveness, and past vs. present.

There is a lot of symbolism in The Scarlet Letter.

What is the symbolism Hawthorne uses to present his three major themes of The Scarlet Letter: sin, forgiveness, and past vs. present?

Hawthorne's use of symbolism in The Scarlet Letter falters and ultimately breaks down with the introduction of the character Pearl.

Explanation

An informative thesis should clearly state the subject and the main points the speech will explain. Choice A names The Scarlet Letter and identifies three themes—sin, forgiveness, and past versus present—so it gives the audience a clear preview. Choice B is too vague, choice C is a question rather than a thesis statement, and choice D makes an argumentative evaluation rather than simply informing.

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