Question

thesis 6
grade: ______ (a, b, c, d, or f)
the civil rights movement was successful because it challenged segregation and expanded legal protections.
if the thesis did not get an a, why not? what is missing? explain:
thesis 7

Explanation:

This thesis is too broad and lacks specific evidence, a focused scope, and nuance. It does not identify key actions, groups, or specific legal wins (like the Civil Rights Act of 1964) that drove success, nor does it acknowledge limitations or counterpoints that would strengthen its specificity and analytical depth. A strong thesis needs concrete details to anchor its claim and show critical engagement with the topic.

Answer:

1. Grade: B (or lower, e.g., C)
2. What is missing:

• Specific examples of segregation challenges (e.g., sit-ins, marches)
• Specific legal protections expanded (e.g., Civil Rights Act 1964, Voting Rights Act 1965)
• Nuance about partial successes or limitations of the movement
• A clear, narrow focus rather than a generalized claim
• Linkages between the challenges and the resulting legal changes to prove causation