Conclusion Writing Strategies

The video tutorial guides students on how to write a conclusion for an argumentative essay. It covers the writing process, emphasizing the importance of restating the claim using different words, summarizing key points, and providing a general statement of warning or benefit. The tutorial also highlights the need to avoid introducing new information and offers tips for making the final claim stand out. Students learn to draft a conclusion by revisiting their initial claim, summarizing supporting evidence, and considering additional information to strengthen their argument.

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

• To provide a bibliography

• To summarize the introduction

• To introduce new arguments

• To restate the thesis and reinforce the argument

Which of the following is NOT a key element of a strong conclusion?

• Restating the claim

• Introducing new evidence

• Providing a general warning or benefit

• Supporting with key points

Why should new information be avoided in a conclusion?

• It makes the essay longer

• It is unnecessary

• It strengthens the argument

• It can confuse the reader

What tool is suggested to avoid repetition in language?

• Spell checker

• Thesaurus

• Grammar checker

• Dictionary

What is the first step in drafting a conclusion?

• Summarizing key points

• Rereading the claim

• Editing the essay

• Writing the introduction

What should you do after summarizing key points in your conclusion?

• Write the introduction

• Identify additional information to strengthen the argument

• Publish the essay

• Edit the entire essay

In the example provided, what was one of the strongest pieces of evidence against Eric Blake?

• His confession

• The weather conditions

• His alibi

• The number of stones found

What is the significance of the certificate mentioned in the example?

• It is a historical artifact

• It is material evidence

• It is a personal document

• It is a financial record

What general statement is suggested to be included in the conclusion for the community?

• A warning or benefit

• A personal opinion

• A historical fact

• A new argument

What is the final step in the writing process after drafting the conclusion?

• Revising the introduction

• Editing and publishing

• Publishing

• Writing the bibliography