Conclusion Paragraphs

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What should you avoid including in your conclusion paragraph?

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New, fascinating information.

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What is the minimum number of sentences required in a conclusion paragraph?

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3

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What should the first sentence in your conclusion paragraph restate?

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Thesis statement.

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Which of the following is an appropriate transition word to begin your conclusion paragraph?

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In summary, All in all, To sum up, In conclusion, Finally, To summarize.

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What is the purpose of a conclusion paragraph?

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To summarize the main points and restate the thesis.

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What is a thesis statement?

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A sentence that summarizes the main point or claim of an essay.

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Why is it important to restate the thesis in the conclusion?

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It reinforces the main argument and reminds the reader of the essay's purpose.

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What is a transition word?

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A word or phrase that connects ideas and helps the flow of writing.

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Give an example of a transition word that can be used in a conclusion.

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Finally.

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What should you avoid doing in the conclusion of an essay?

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Introducing new ideas or arguments.