Question

“violence on television does not lead to violent behavior” is an example of a ________.
a. question of value
b. purpose statement
c. thesis statement
d. speech summary

Explanation:

1. A question of value judges right/worth, which this statement does not do.
2. A purpose statement outlines the goal of a study/speech, not a definitive claim.
3. This sentence makes a clear, arguable claim that can be supported or refuted in research or writing, fitting the definition of a thesis statement.
4. A speech summary recaps a speech, which this standalone claim is not.

Answer:

c. thesis statement