Conclusions

What is the purpose of a conclusion?

• to provide new information

• to summarize & finish your argument

• to argue with others

What should be included in a conclusion? Check all that apply!

• Restated thesis statement

• Summary of key points

• Final closing sentence

• New ideas

A good conclusion leaves a reader feeling...

• confused

• satisfied

• disappointed

• healthy

Which sentence might belong in a conclusion?

• Did you know penguins cannot fly?

• For these reasons, cupcakes are the best dessert.

• Some people believe planes are scary.

In my conclusion, I should _____ my thesis statement.

True or false: The conclusion should include NEW ideas not mentioned earlier in the essay.

• True

• False

Which of the following sentences would belong in a conclusion?

• If you don't agree with me, too bad.

• To conclude, Europe is the best travel destination.

• 70% of customers prefer Verizon.

True or false: We should restate our key points (summarize) in the conclusion.

• True

• False