Question

types of writing - persuasive essay
the thesis statement of a persuasive essay clearly states your measure and what you say in that issue.
the persuasive essay is supported by evidence. these typically include facts, authority, examples, statistics, and opinions.

• facts: true information and statistics and figures
• authority: an expert in the field of your argument
• examples: specific instances that explain the point of the essay
• statistics: an inference of common sense and evidence your argument
• opinion: the writers argument

which of the following is the best thesis statement for a persuasive essay?
advertising should not be allowed in schools because it perpetuates the importance of materialism.
schools use advertisements because they are greedy.
advertising is a waste of time and money, especially when put in public schools.

Explanation:

A thesis statement for a persuasive essay should clearly state an opinion and provide a reason. The first option "Advertising should not be allowed in schools because it perpetuates the importance of materialism" clearly states a stance (advertising shouldn't be in schools) and gives a reason (perpetuates materialism). The second option "Schools use advertisements because they are greedy" is an unsubstantiated claim (greedy is a subjective and not well - supported term in an academic sense for a thesis). The third option "Advertising is a waste of time and money, especially when put in public schools" is too broad (waste of time and money is very general) compared to the first one which has a more specific reason related to a social concept (materialism).

Answer:

Advertising should not be allowed in schools because it perpetuates the importance of materialism.