THESIS STATEMENT WRITING
Performance Task
English for Academic and Professional Purposes
Name: Alexandra Nicole C. Balmori Score:______________
Section: 11-Aristotle Date:10-11-2022
Introduction
In the previous lesson, we talked about ‘Writing a Thesis Statement’, its characteristics, and its role
in writing academic essay. To demonstrate your understanding, there are learning tasks that you
should accomplish in this worksheet.
If you wish to recall our lesson, you may access this link below:
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/10xQbTmUfnlX3_HbuOOtmHyjT2T6rOIzs/edit?
usp=sharing&ouid=116806838441646451964&rtpof=true&sd=true
or watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DFp1uGTXo4Q&t=88s
If you think you are ready to do the tasks, you may start now!
Learning Goals
At the end of this worksheet, you should be able to accomplish the following:
A. select a topic of your interest among the given choices;
B. read three articles related to the chosen topic;
C. write your thesis statement based on the topics you have chosen.
Learning Tasks
A. Selecting topics: Select at least two topics among your choices below by putting a ( )
check before each number. You may also choose topics that are not included on the list.
______1. Flexible Learning: The New Trend in Education
______2. Philippine Government Post Pandemic Response
/ 3. Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.: 17th President of the Philippine Republic
______4. The possibility of China vs. America
______5. The psychological state of teenagers in the post-pandemic era
6. Discrimination among Genders
______7. Discrimination among Races
______8. BIR Tax Imposition to Online Income Generating Platforms
______9. Graft and Corruption in the Philippines
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______10. 12.03 Trillion Philippine Debts
______11. Record High Value of US Dollar
______12. Global Warming: One of the Leading Global Problems
______13. The Growing Industry of Vlogging
______14. Poverty: The Root of all Crimes
______15. Philippine Transportation System Issues
A. Reading Relevant Articles: Before you proceed in writing thesis statement, you should
first read three articles relevant to your chosen topic. You might want to read related
articles from credible sources like ‘newspapers’ or ‘research’ over the internet or through
printed copies accessible to you. (10 points for each topic)
Topic 1: Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.: 17th President of the Philippine Republic
Title/Link of Related Articles and Author:
(1) BBM At 65: A Look Back at Marcos’ First 2 Months in Office
(2) BBM Eyes Policy Reforms to Balance Economic Dev’t, Environment
(3) BBM Provides Guidance for Optional Masking
Topic 2: Supporting LGBTQIA+
Title/Link of Related Articles and Author:
(1) Parents: Supporting LGBTQ+ Children
(2) From the Start, Black Lives Matter Has Been About LGBTQ Lives
(3) LGBTQ+ Rights Movement: Take a Walk-Through History
B. Writing Thesis Statement:
After gaining knowledge and understanding on your chosen topics, you may proceed in
writing thesis statements. Remember that thesis statement is composed of three elements:
the topic, position/claim, and reasons/points of discussion. Include at least three
reasons/points of discussion. Indicate whether the thesis statement is informative or
persuasive. (40 points each)
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Persuasive Thesis Statement Example:
Topic: Legalizing Same-Sex Marriage in the Philippines
Position/Claim: The Philippines should not legalize same-sex marriage in the country.
Reasons: (1) Same-sex marriage would disrupt the original meaning of marriage.
(2) Same-sex marriage hinders the state in protecting the LGBTQ+
community.
(3) Same-sex marriage goes against the idea of the Christianity.
Thesis Statement: Same-sex marriage should not be legalized in the Philippines because it
would disrupt the original meaning of marriage, it would hinder the republic in protecting the
LGBTQ community, and it is also against Christian ideals.
Informative Thesis Statement Example:
Topic: The problem of pollution in major cities
Position/Claim: Pollution in major cities can be alleviated
Discussions: The problem can be alleviated by:
(1) limiting the number of cars allowed to drive in the city
(2) creating more efficient public transportation systems
(3) walk and cycle more
Thesis Statement: The problem of pollution in major cities can be alleviated by limiting the
number of cars allowed to drive on city streets, creating more efficient public transportation
systems, and by promoting walking and cycling.
Topic 1: Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.: 17th President of the Philippine Republic
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Your Position or Claim: President Ferdinand R. Marcos is a great leader
Your reasons/points of discussion:
(1) He is a leader with a big heart.
(2) He is knowledgeable about all the aspects of what he is doing.
(3) He inspire people
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Congratulations! You have just
completed this worksheet.
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