Writing Conclusions

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What is the purpose of an introduction paragraph in an essay?

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To state your thesis and give the audience an idea of what your essay will be about.

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What should a conclusion NOT include?

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Supporting details.

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What should a conclusion avoid doing?

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Introducing a new topic.

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How should you re-state your opinion in the conclusion?

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Use the same ideas but different words as in the introduction.

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What should the first sentence of your conclusion be?

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Restatement of your thesis.

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What is a thesis statement?

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A concise summary of the main point or claim of the essay.

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Why is it important to connect back to the lead in a conclusion?

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To create a sense of closure and reinforce the main ideas.

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What is a transition sentence in a conclusion?

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A sentence that helps to smoothly connect the conclusion to the rest of the essay.

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What is the role of a conclusion in an essay?

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To summarize the main points and reinforce the thesis.

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What is a common mistake to avoid in a conclusion?

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Adding new information or arguments.