Question

Using what you know about thesis statements, which of the following is the best thesis statement if the writer wants to focus on the plot and structure? Select one: a. First, George noticed that the cake was missing from the countertop, so he decided to ask his friend what happened to it. His friend said that he didn't remember seeing the cake when he came in. This makes George wonder even more what happened to the cake. b. Seamlessly weaving flashbacks into present-day action, the author creates a unique story of the events that occurred during the Holocaust in Nazi Germany. c. The two characters, Hector and Walter, decided to build a campfire. d. The author uses many metaphors, such as the computer search, to represent an aspect of Wilhelmina's life.

Answer 1

b. Seamlessly weaving flashbacks into present-day action, the author creates a unique story of the events that occurred during the Holocaust in Nazi Germany.

This answer focuses on plot and structure. The plot of a story is the order of events in which the story unfolds. This thesis statement explains that the plot structure is not linear, it doesn't not go in chronological order. Instead it is interrupted by flashbacks. In this way way the author can show an event that has previously happened before the main plot of the story.

Options A and C are not thesis statements. Option D focuses on figurative language rather than plot and structure.

Answer 2

The answer is B. Seamlessly weaving flashbacks into present-day action, the author creates a unique story of the events that occurred during the Holocaust in Nazi Germany.