AP English Language

The correct evaluation of the thesis statement "The Great Gatsby is a novel by F. Scott Fitzgerald." is: A.Ineffective because it is a statement of fact, not an argument.

Explanation:

This statement is purely factual and does not present a clear argument or point of view that the essay can explore. A strong thesis statement should make a claim or argument that can be supported or discussed in the body of the essay. This statement simply states what the book is, without offering any insight into its themes, characters, or significance.

Why the other options are not correct:

B.Effective because it provides information about the book.

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