Assuming the topic areas are "interesting" to the student proposing the thesis, and using the other two criteria for judging (significant and arguable), explain why the following may not yet be suitable as thesis statements for a 6- to 8-page paper assignment. What would have to be done to ensure the thesis could work?

1.     Those who use marijuana should be punished.

2.     All fishing license fees in the state of MN should be used only for the maintenance and upkeep of MN lakes and rivers.

3. Why do certain jobs require a drug test as part of the application process? 

4.     Dieting actually makes people fat.

5.     Americans should take longer vacations.