Conclusion Sentence

Which conclusion best matches this topic sentence? I have lots of different friends, but my best friend is special for a number of different reasons.

• We both like to play Wii and we both treat each other with respect.

• For a number of different reasons, my friend is special to me. In the next paragraph I will tell you about them. 

• That about sums this paragraph up. 

•  All in all, my best friend is a keeper friend.

Which conclusion best matches this topic sentence? If you’ve never had homemade ice cream, you are missing something!

• First, it tastes fresher than the store bought kind. 

• You can almost taste the freshness with each lick (or bite). 

• In addition, homemade ice cream has a different texture than a store bought gallon. 

• Homeade ice cream is a really special treat that everyone should try!

Select the best ways to write a closing sentence.

• Make an observation

• If writing to argue or persuade, call your reader to action

• Choose a powerful quotation

• Give your reader something to think about. Develop this by asking "So What?"

• Thank your reader for their time.

The first sentence in your conclusion paragraph should restate the ________

New York City’s Grand Central Terminal is one of the most bustling transportation stations in the world. It houses a railroad called the MTA Metro North and several subway stops. The terminal’s busiest time of day is between two and six in the afternoon, and its busiest day of the week is Thursday. However, the terminal is never quiet. More than 750.000 travellers pass through the station on an average day. It’s a popular place to shop or enjoy a meal. Around 10.000 people pass through every day just to grab a bite at one of the terminal’s many food shops, markets, and restaurants.

• In sum, it’s hard to find a time when Grand Central Terminal is not full of people

• As a result, Grand Central Terminal has many places to eat

Conclusion sentences should NOT...

• Use a conclusion word or phrase at the beginning

• Sum up the main topic of the paragraph

• Add new information to the paragraph

Would this be a good conclusion sentence?

• Yes

• No

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

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!

Which of the following is the best conclusion sentence for a paragraph about the benefits of reading regularly?

• Reading regularly can improve vocabulary and comprehension skills.

• In conclusion, reading regularly offers numerous benefits that enhance both mind and spirit.

• Books are a great source of knowledge.

• Reading is fun and educational.