Concluding Paragraphs

What is the primary purpose of a conclusion paragraph in an essay?

• To introduce new ideas or arguments

• To summarize the main points and restate the thesis in a new way

• To provide detailed background information on the topic

• To list the sources used in the essay

Which of the following is NOT a component of an effective conclusion paragraph?

• A restatement of the thesis statement

• A summary of the main points discussed in the essay

• New arguments or evidence not previously discussed

• A final thought or call to action

How should the tone of the conclusion paragraph compare to the rest of the essay?

• It should be significantly more formal

• It should be more casual and conversational

• It should maintain the same tone as the rest of the essay

• It should be written in the second person point of view

What is a common strategy for starting a conclusion paragraph?

• Asking a rhetorical question

• Quoting a famous person

• Restating the thesis statement in a slightly different way

• Presenting a new argument

Why is it important to avoid introducing new information in the conclusion paragraph?

• It can confuse the reader and dilute the main message of the essay

• It is more appropriate to include new information in the introduction

• New information should only be presented in the body paragraphs

• All of the above

Which of the following is a good strategy for ending a conclusion paragraph?

• Ending with a quote that reinforces the essay's thesis

• Starting a new discussion on a related topic

• Asking the reader to pay for more information

• Repeating the introduction paragraph word for word

What role does a call to action play in a conclusion paragraph?

• It encourages the reader to think about the topic in a new way

• It directs the reader to take specific action based on the essay's arguments

• It summarizes the essay's main points

• It introduces a new topic for future discussion

How can a writer effectively summarize the main points of an essay in the conclusion paragraph without sounding repetitive?

• By using synonyms and rephrasing the main points

• By introducing new evidence to support the main points

• By quoting large sections of the body paragraphs

• By changing the essay's thesis in the conclusion

What is the significance of the final thought in a conclusion paragraph?

• It serves as a transition to the next paragraph

• It provides a memorable statement that leaves a lasting impression on the reader

• It is the appropriate place to cite sources

• It introduces the topic for the next essay

In what way should the conclusion paragraph connect to the essay's introduction?

• By using the exact same sentences as the introduction

• By restating the thesis and main points, creating a sense of closure

• By introducing a new thesis statement

• By summarizing the conclusion of another essay on the same topic