In evaluating a thesis statement, it's important to bear in mind that it should
a. serve as an announcement regarding what the essay is about.
b. be general rather than specific.
c. focus on at least two or three points.
d. make an assertion.

Which statement correctly describes the verb function in this sentence? the word “dancing” is a verb that functions as a noun. the word “dancing” is a verb that functions as an adjective. the word “becoming” is a verb that functions as a noun. the word “becoming” is a verb that functions as an adjective.

Which sentence is correct? laura lent me her copy of cooking weekly so i could use a recipe. i enjoy doing crossword puzzles from the new york times. herman melville wrote the novel “moby d i ck.” maggie loves to read the smithsonian magazine.

Who dies in a duel because of his pride and his anger