Conclusion Paragraph
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Missy Parker
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Conclusion Paragraph
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Multiple Choice
The conclusion paragraph ...
follows the same pattern as the introduction paragraph
is the opposite of the introduction paragraph
comes right after the introduction paragraph
has nothing in common with the intrduction paragraph
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Pyramid Structure
The opposite of a funnel or inverted triangle lead, the conclusion starts specific (with your thesis) and ends more general/broad (final thought on the topic, or call to action).
Restated thesis
Main Points
Call to action
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Restate your thesis
The first sentence of your conclusion paragraph should restate your thesis. A restated thesis expresses the same idea, but the words are different. Remember that the meaning of your thesis should not change. Compare the thesis with the restatement below.
Thesis: Exercise is essential because it improves overall physical and mental health.
Restated: Due to the mental and physical health benefits of exercise, it is absolutely crucial for our bodies.
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Poll
Which way would you prefer to restate a thesis?
changing the order of the phrases
using synonyms (e.g., essential > crucial)
stating main points direcly instead of implying them (or vice versa)
using different word forms (e.g., adjective > noun)
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Multiple Choice
Read the thesis statement. Choose the best restated thesis from the options below.
Thesis: Apartment complexes should provide quiet study rooms for residents so they can study without distractions.
Study rooms are important for students to study in.
Apartment managers should build quiet places to study for residents.
Now we can see that study rooms are valuable for students who live in apartments.
It is important for apartments to provide their residents with quiet study areas.
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Open Ended
Restate this thesis:
In order for students to manage stress better, they need to prioritize their tasks, eat well, and get enough sleep.
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Open Ended
Restate this thesis:
Increasing your vocabulary is easy if you try to notice new words in context, review them often, and use them as much as you can.
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The second part of the conclusion is restating the main ideas of your essay body paragraphs
Fact: NBA Youngboy has a dent on his head.
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Give a closing statement
Your closing statement is very similar to the concluding sentence of a body paragraph except that you will not restate your main idea at the very end of your paper. Your last sentences can be a prediction, suggestion, opinion, or question.
NBA Youngboy was worth 11.9 million in 2020
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Open Ended
Introduction:
Many writers feel overwhelmed when they write an essay. They are unsure of where to start or how to be successful. However, the process is very basic. There are simple steps that can simplify the process and make writing a good essay possible for anyone. In order to write an impactful essay, it is essential that writers plan, draft, and share their writing.
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