Exploring Writing 2nd Edition by John Langan

Exercise 14

Each cluster below contains one topic, one thesis statement, and two supporting sentences. In the space provided, label each item as follows:
T topic
TH thesis statement
S supporting sentence
Group 1
________ a. People listen to audiobooks while doing other tasks, such as commuting or exercising.
________ b. Audiobooks are more convenient than printed books for several reasons.
________ c. Listeners hear a dramatization of a printed book by the actual author or an actor.
________ d. Audiobooks
Group 2
________ a. A radiologic technology degree allows a person to work in medical settings where x-rays, CT scans, MRIs, sonograms, and other diagnostic imaging are needed.
________ b. There are many career opportunities for those in the medical sciences.
________ c. A person who obtains a degree in phlebotomy is able to work as a clinical laboratory technician.
________ d. Medical sciences
Group 3
________ a. Study skills
________ b. Time management is essential when juggling deadlines and other responsibilities.
________ c. Notetaking provides a student with the opportunity to review information later.
________ d. Strong study skills are needed if you want to be successful in college.
Group 4
________ a. Shingles
________ b. People should be aware of the symptoms of shingles, a neurological disease.
________ c. Burning pain is one of the first symptoms of shingles.
________ d. Painful skin rash and blisters often follow the burning pain.
Group 5
________ a. Dogs should be trained at an early age.
________ b. A puppy can be housebroken as soon as he or she is brought home.
________ c. Dogs
________ d. A puppy should be trained not to bite or "mouth" people, especially children.