Working Thesis Driving Questions

Example 1:

In using the theme of environmentalism and the topic of recycling, here are a few driving questions to consider:

• What does Toronto do with disposed electronics?
• What environmental risks exist with electronics?
• Are these environmental risks being taken into account?

A working thesis based on these driving questions could be: Toronto should expand recycling programs for discarded electronics.

Example 2:

In using the theme of reproductive rights and the topic of child rearing, here are a few driving questions to consider:

• What impediments exist for working parents?
• What access to daycare exists in Ontario?
• Is daycare affordable for parents who really need it?
• What is available in other provinces?
• Should government be involved in providing affordable daycare?

A working thesis based on these driving questions could be: Ontario should provide access to affordable daycare similar to what is available in Québec.