Writing Effective Conclusions

This video tutorial teaches how to write a conclusion by summarizing main points, drawing a conclusion, and framing the response. It highlights common mistakes, such as merely restating the thesis, and provides steps to effectively conclude a piece of writing. The lesson emphasizes the importance of reflecting the introduction in the conclusion to create a cohesive and strong piece of writing.

What are the three main tasks involved in writing a conclusion as introduced in the lesson?

• Drafting, outlining, proofreading

• Analyzing, revising, editing

• Brainstorming, researching, writing

• Summarizing, drawing a conclusion, framing the response

What is a common mistake when writing a conclusion?

• Simply summarizing and restating the thesis

• Using complex vocabulary

• Ignoring the introduction

• Introducing new arguments

Which professionals were mentioned as examples of achieving their childhood dream jobs?

• Oprah Winfrey, J.K. Rowling, Mark Zuckerberg

• Albert Einstein, Marie Curie, Isaac Newton

• Steve Jobs, Bill Gates, Elon Musk

• Benjamin Carson, Sheila Hensley, Russ Mittermeier

What key quality did the professionals share that helped them achieve their dreams?

• Perseverance

• Luck

• Connections

• Wealth

What is the purpose of drawing a conclusion in your writing?

• To introduce new ideas

• To explain the significance of the information

• To summarize the introduction

• To restate the thesis

What is the significance of the professionals' similar paths despite different positions?

• It highlights the importance of wealth

• It suggests that dreams are unattainable

• It shows that only certain careers are achievable

• It teaches us how to achieve our dream jobs

How can reflecting the introduction in the conclusion benefit your writing?

• It confuses the reader

• It creates a cohesive and strong piece

• It introduces new arguments

• It makes the writing longer

What question does the introduction ask that should be reflected in the conclusion?

• What is the meaning of life?

• What are the steps to success?

• How can you get your childhood dream job?

• Why is writing important?

What is the final step in writing a conclusion according to the lesson?

• Summarizing the main points

• Drawing a conclusion

• Framing the response

• Introducing new evidence

What does framing your response involve?

• Restating the thesis

• Ignoring the introduction

• Reflecting the introduction in the conclusion

• Adding new information