Writing a Conclusion in an Argumentative Essay

What do you need to include in your conclusion paragraph?

• thesis restaement

• summary of body paragraphs

• bring the paragraph to a close

• all of the above

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

TRUE/FALSE: The CONCLUSION paragraph gives the reader an ENDING to the paper.

• True

• False

Which term below is the last sentence of a piece of writing that leaves the reader with a memorable and powerful statement.

• Hook

• Thesis statement

• Conclusion paragraph

• clincher

A concluding sentence should...

• To summarize what you have said

• Add a final thought about the topic, and use it to transition the next topic.

• To tell the reader what you will be talking about

Your conclusion should contain

• a restating of your claim

• a brief summary of your main ideas (topic sentences)

• a conclusion word

• all of the above

What is the role of a conclusion in an argumentative essay?

• To introduce new evidence

• To restate the thesis and summarize the main points

• To present a counterargument

• To list all the sources used

How should your conclusion paragraph end?

• By restating your thesis statement

• Using a transition word

• Exactly as your paper began.

• With a final sentence or thought to leave with your reader thinking about your claim

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

• To introduce new arguments

• To restate the thesis and main points

• To provide detailed evidence

• To present a new topic

Which of the following should NOT be included in a conclusion paragraph?

• A summary of key points

• A restatement of the thesis

• New evidence or arguments

• A final thought or call to action