Under Each of the Three Thesis Statements That Follow Is

question 39

Essay

Under each of the three thesis statements that follow is a scrambled list of primary and secondary supporting ideas. Put the ideas into logical order by filling in the outline to the right of each list.
1. Thesis: In today's world, people try to avoid silence as much as possible.
On vacation _________________________________
TV on as background noise _________________________________
At school
Background music in cafeteria _________________________________
Computers with Internet streaming nonstop
Noisy "toys" such as snowmobiles and dirt bikes _________________________________
At home _________________________________
Noisy places such as crowded beaches and _________________________________
amusement parks
TV talk shows on in lounges _________________________________
2. Thesis: A marriage improves when both partners work.
Helps relationship __________________________________
Able to afford some luxuries _________________________________
Gives feeling of achievement _________________________________
Helps each individual __________________________________
Learn to appreciate time together _________________________________
Helps financially _________________________________
Eases paying monthly bills _________________________________
Gives feeling of independence _________________________________
Able to talk together about outside activities _________________________________
3. Thesis: A few tips can help you to be a smarter car buyer.
Agreeing on a price _________________________________
Consult Consumer Reports and reputable online sites _________________________________
Signing the final papers
Shopping around _________________________________
Ask for a discount if you're paying cash _________________________________
Visit several dealers
Make sure the loan interest rate you want is _________________________________
specified on paper
Watch out for added contract clauses, such as _________________________________
insurance and special warranties
Start with a lower price than you're willing to pay _________________________________

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Definitions:

Compound

A substance formed from two or more chemical elements that are chemically bonded together, exhibiting unique properties.

Compound

A substance formed from the chemical combination of two or more elements in a fixed ratio.

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Compound

A substance made up of two or more different elements joined by chemical bonds in a fixed ratio, possessing unique properties different from its component elements.