Conclusion Structure and Purpose

The video tutorial guides students on writing effective conclusion paragraphs for essays. It emphasizes that conclusions should mirror the introduction but in reverse order, without introducing new information. The conclusion should consist of three parts: a restated thesis, an explanation of the main idea's importance, and a final thought that leaves a lasting impression. The tutorial provides examples and structures for restating the thesis and crafting a compelling final thought, encouraging students to use fresh language and avoid repetitive phrasing.

What is the primary purpose of a conclusion paragraph?

• To provide detailed examples

• To introduce new arguments

• To present a counterargument

• To summarize the essay

How is the conclusion similar to the introduction?

• It presents new information

• It is longer than the introduction

• It mirrors the introduction in reverse order

• It uses the same words as the introduction

What should you avoid including in the conclusion?

• New information

• A closing thought

• A restated thesis

• A summary of main points

What are the three main parts of a conclusion?

• Introduction, body, conclusion

• Thesis, evidence, conclusion

• Restated thesis, main idea explanation, closing thought

• Summary, new information, final thought

Why is it important to use fresh words when restating the thesis?

• To avoid sounding repetitive

• To make the essay longer

• To confuse the reader

• To introduce new ideas

Which structure can help in restating the thesis?

• Listing all main points again

• Using the same words as the introduction

• Adding new arguments

• Reordering topics and using synonyms

What is the purpose of the 'so what' part of the conclusion?

• To provide a counterargument

• To summarize the introduction

• To explain the importance of the main idea

• To introduce a new topic

How can you explain the importance of the main idea?

• By introducing new evidence

• By relating it to a broader context

• By repeating the thesis

• By summarizing the introduction

What should the closing thought in a conclusion achieve?

• Provide detailed evidence

• Summarize the introduction

• Leave the reader with a final impression

• Introduce a new argument

What is the overall structure of a conclusion?

• Introduction, body, conclusion

• Thesis, evidence, conclusion

• Restated thesis, background, closing

• Summary, new information, final thought