Argumentative Conclusion Paragraph

Select the three steps you must include in writing your conclusion paragraph.

• Restate your thesis

• Summarize the key points/reasons

• End with an original final thought like an observation or call to action.

• Add new evidence

What belongs in the CONCLUSION of an argumentative paper?

• Topic Sentence, Hook, Thesis Statement

• Restatement of Thesis, Call-to-Action, Recommendation

• Topic Sentence, Citation, Explanation

• Hook, Topic Sentence, Thesis Statement

A synonym for ARGUMENTATIVE writing is...

• Informational Writing

• Expository Writing

• Opinion Writing

• Narrative Writing

a viewpoint that opposes your main argument

• supporting details

• transitions

• links

• counterarguments

viewpoint or set of reasons in opposition to an argument or thesis

• Counterarguement

• Call to Action

• Evidence

• Mood/Tone

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

• To introduce new evidence

• To restate the thesis and summarize key points

• To present counterarguments

• To provide detailed examples

Which of the following is NOT typically included in a conclusion paragraph of an argumentative essay?

• Restatement of the thesis

• Summary of key points

• Introduction of new arguments

• Call to action

What is a synonym for 'argumentative' writing?

• Descriptive Writing

• Narrative Writing

• Opinion Writing

• Expository Writing

In an argumentative essay, what is the role of a call to action in the conclusion?

• To summarize the essay

• To restate the thesis

• To encourage the reader to take a specific action

• To introduce a new topic

Which sentence structure is most effective for a conclusion paragraph in an argumentative essay?

• Complex sentences with multiple clauses

• Simple sentences with clear points

• Run-on sentences to include all ideas

• Fragmented sentences for emphasis