Revising Conclusions and Writing Process

This video tutorial guides viewers on how to write an effective conclusion for an essay. It covers the steps in the writing process, including drafting, revising, and editing. The tutorial emphasizes the importance of connecting the conclusion to the thesis and body paragraphs, using themes and evidence to support the argument. It also provides strategies for revising the conclusion to ensure it is compelling and logically follows the essay's content.

What is the primary goal of writing an effective conclusion?

• To apologize for the views presented

• To summarize the essay

• To introduce new ideas

• To connect the thesis and body paragraphs

Which step in the writing process involves creating a plan for the essay?

• Publishing

• Editing

• Generating ideas

• Drafting

What should a conclusion NOT do?

• Provide a compelling argument

• Connect to the thesis

• Introduce new ideas

• Repeat the thesis

What is the first step in revising a conclusion?

• Checking grammar

• Reviewing the thesis

• Changing the essay topic

• Adding new evidence

Why is it important to connect the conclusion to the body paragraphs?

• To add more evidence

• To introduce new themes

• To ensure logical flow

• To change the essay's direction

What themes were focused on in the essay about war?

• Peace and harmony

• Inaccurate perceptions and reality versus illusion

• Economic impacts of war

• Love and friendship

How does the essay suggest war affects individuals?

• Only physically

• Only mentally

• Not at all

• Both physically and mentally

What is the final step before publishing an essay?

• Adding more paragraphs

• Changing the essay topic

• Revising the thesis

• Proofreading for errors

What should be done after writing the rough draft of the conclusion?

• Ignore the conclusion

• Submit the essay

• Review and revise the conclusion

• Add new themes

What is the purpose of proofreading an essay?

• To add new ideas

• To remove body paragraphs

• To check for errors in grammar, spelling, and punctuation

• To change the thesis