IELTS Essay Conclusion Techniques

The video tutorial by Yesha from IELTSMaterial.com focuses on writing effective conclusions for IELTS essays. It explains the three key elements of a conclusion: summary, thesis restatement, and prediction or recommendation. The tutorial provides a detailed explanation of each element and demonstrates how to construct a conclusion using an example essay. The video emphasizes the importance of practice and assigns homework to reinforce learning.

What is the main focus of this video tutorial?

• How to write an effective conclusion for an IELTS essay

• How to write an IELTS essay introduction

• How to manage time during the IELTS exam

• How to improve vocabulary for IELTS

What is a 'crisp conclusion' in the context of an IELTS essay?

• A conclusion that repeats the introduction verbatim

• A conclusion that rephrases main points and closes arguments

• A conclusion that is long and detailed

• A conclusion that introduces new arguments

Which of the following is NOT a component of a conclusion?

• Prediction or recommendation

• New arguments

• Restatement of thesis

• Summary

In an opinion-based essay, what is the purpose of restating the thesis?

• To introduce new evidence

• To reinforce the opinion

• To change the opinion

• To summarize the entire essay

What is the example essay question discussed in the video?

• The impact of social media on communication

• The role of technology in education

• The benefits of learning a second language

• The importance of environmental conservation

What is the first sentence of the conclusion in the example essay?

• The use of technology is increasing rapidly in the modern world.

• Technology will completely replace human teachers in the foreseeable future.

• A robotic teacher would lack the classroom dynamism and emotional intelligence needed to be an effective instructor.

• Growing technological influence can even be seen in the classroom.

What is the purpose of the prediction or recommendation in a conclusion?

• To introduce a new topic

• To provide a logical guess or advice

• To restate the introduction

• To summarize the supporting paragraphs

What is the final sentence of the complete conclusion paragraph in the example essay?

• As this essay has shown, computer technology will not replace traditional human teachers in the foreseeable future.

• Technology will completely replace human teachers in the foreseeable future.

• The use of technology is increasing rapidly in the modern world.

• Growing technological influence can even be seen in the classroom.

What type of essay requires you to repeat or reinforce your opinion in the conclusion?

• Descriptive essay

• Agree-disagree essay

• Advantages and disadvantages essay

• Double question essay

In a double question essay, what should the conclusion focus on?

• Introducing new arguments

• Restating the opinion

• Summarizing the answers to the two questions

• Repeating the introduction