Concluding Paragraphs in Argumentative Essays

This video tutorial guides viewers on how to write a strong concluding paragraph for an argumentative essay. It highlights common mistakes, such as weak conclusions, and provides steps to effectively summarize the argument, restate the thesis, and make a compelling call to action. The tutorial emphasizes the importance of maintaining an argumentative tone and engaging the reader until the end. It also covers the revision process to ensure the conclusion is impactful.

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

• To list all references used in the essay

• To introduce new arguments

• To summarize the argument and state potential consequences

• To provide a detailed analysis of the topic

What is a common mistake writers make in their conclusions?

• Using informal language

• Focusing too much on the introduction

• Leaving the argument open without a convincing conclusion

• Including too many statistics

What should a well-written essay resemble according to the lesson?

• A square

• A circle

• A triangle

• A diamond

What is the first step in creating a well-written concluding paragraph?

• Summarize the argument by restating the thesis

• Introduce a new argument

• Provide a counterargument

• List all the sources

How should the thesis be restated in the conclusion?

• In a humorous way

• As a question

• In a more argumentative tone

• In the same words as the introduction

What is the purpose of using words like 'yuck' and 'even experts' in the conclusion?

• To confuse the reader

• To draw the reader in and maintain their attention

• To introduce new evidence

• To make the essay longer

Why is it important to maintain the reader's attention in the conclusion?

• To introduce new topics

• To ensure they remember the argument

• To confuse the reader

• To make the essay longer

What should be included in the final plea of the conclusion?

• A new argument

• A scenario of what will happen if no action is taken

• A list of references

• A summary of the introduction

What is the final step in crafting a concluding paragraph?

• Summarize the counterarguments

• Make a call to action

• Add more evidence

• Restate the introduction

What should a call to action in the conclusion do?

• Highlight what will happen if no changes are made

• Introduce a new argument

• Ask the reader to write their own essay

• Summarize the entire essay