Conclusion Sentences

The conclusion paragraph is

• the last impression you leave on your reader

• the first impression you make on your reader

• an opportunity for you to support your ideas with more evidence

• not required

Which of the following is a list of appropriate transition words to use to begin your conclusion paragraph?

• In summary

  All in all

  To sum up

  In conclusion

  Finally

  To summarize

• To begin

  To start with

  First of all

  One reason is

• In addition

  Also

  Another reason

  To continue

• This means

  Clearly,

  Similarly,

  This shows

True or False: The closing statement does not need to be strong.

• True

• False

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

• 1

• 5

• 3

• 7

Which of the following would be the best closing sentence for an essay about the importance of the rules of the road?

• Drivers risk lives. Aren't lives precious and worth protecting?

• Drivers need to follow rules to protect fellow drivers.

• Drive safe!

The first sentence in your conclusion paragraph should restate the ________

The final sentence in a paragraph is call the __________________.

• conclusion sentence

• topic sentence

• supporting details

What is the purpose of a conclusion sentence in a paragraph?

• To introduce new ideas

• To restate the main idea

• To provide evidence

• To ask a question

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a good conclusion sentence?

• Summarizes the main points

• Introduces new arguments

• Provides closure

• Reflects on the content

True or False: A conclusion sentence should be vague to allow for interpretation.

• True

• False