Understanding Essay Conclusions

What is the primary purpose of an essay conclusion?

• To list references and citations

• To introduce new arguments

• To summarize the essay's main points and engage the reader

• To provide a detailed analysis of the essay

Which of the following is NOT one of the three essential components of a conclusion?

• Broader significance

• Introduction of new evidence

• Statement of the thesis

• Paragraph transition

In a persuasive essay, what should you do with your thesis in the conclusion?

• Contradict the thesis

• Ignore the thesis

• Restate or paraphrase the thesis

• Introduce a new thesis

What is the broader significance in an essay conclusion?

• A summary of the essay

• A detailed analysis of the thesis

• An answer to 'so what?' or 'why does it matter?'

• A list of references

Which technique involves urging readers to take specific actions based on the essay's arguments?

• Qualification

• Relevance to reader

• Call to action

• Bigger picture

What does the qualification technique in a conclusion involve?

• Introducing new arguments

• Providing a list of references

• Explaining what the thesis does not mean

• Summarizing the essay

What is the purpose of the bookending technique in a conclusion?

• To provide a list of references

• To connect the conclusion with the essay's hook

• To contradict the thesis

• To introduce new evidence

In an exploratory essay, what does the if-then approach help to achieve?

• Introduce new arguments

• Provide a hypothetical scenario based on the thesis

• Summarize the essay

• List references

What is the overall purpose of a conclusion in an essay?

• To introduce new arguments

• To summarize the essay and prompt reader engagement

• To provide a detailed analysis of the essay

• To list references and citations

Which of the following is a key takeaway from the video on essay conclusions?

• The purpose of a conclusion is to make the reader engage with the essay's ideas

• There is only one correct way to conclude an essay

• Conclusions should always include a call to action

• Conclusions should introduce new evidence