Inductive reasoning involves _____.
A. starting with a generalization and moving to specific details
B. starting with specific details and moving to a larger concluding point or generalization
C. beginning with transitional sentences and ending with your thesis
D. applying your thesis statement directly to your concluding idea
Deductive reasoning involves ______.
A. beginning with transitional sentences and ending with your thesis
B. starting with a generalization and moving to specific details
C. starting with specific details and moving to a larger concluding point
D. presenting only examples and details instead of main ideas
How does a thesis statement help the reader?
A. It introduces a story to the reader.
B. It informs the reader what to expect in the essay.
C. It shows the reader the author’s writing ability.
D. It lets the reader know how long the essay will be.
Which of the following statements is an example of a thesis statement?
A lack of sleep has been shown to slow reaction times and impair judgment.
B. Drowsy driving is responsible for 100,000 accidents every year.
C. More than 250,000 drivers in the United States fall asleep at the wheel every day.
D. A tired driver can be just as dangerous as a drunk driver.