1. From Opinion to Thesis Mr. Roberts

2. A Thesis on Drag Racing Drag racing is wonderful (All emotion; no appeal to reason) Drag racing is the perfect sport for today’s youth. (Overstatement; still too much emotion) Drag racing is one of the best of all sports for today’s youth. (Somewhat qualified, but still too general – what does “best” mean?)

3. A Thesis on Drag Racing (continued…) Drag racing is an excellent way to develop skilled mechanics as well as good drivers. (Better; more specific, but a bit flat.) Today’s drag racing teenager is primarily an automotive engineer, as eager to test his theories as to win races. (Final thesis; reasonable, specific opinion that can be defended.)