Persuasive Conclusion Paragraph

What is a 'call to action' in a persuasive conclusion paragraph?

• It is a statement that urges the reader to take a specific action based on the information presented in the text.

• It is a summary of the main points discussed in the text

• It is a statement that introduces a new topic for discussion

• It is a question posed to the reader without any specific action

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.8

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.5.8

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.6.8

How can you reinforce your argument in the conclusion paragraph?

• Include personal anecdotes unrelated to the topic

• Summarize the main points, restate the thesis, and leave the reader with a lasting impression.

• Introduce new information not previously discussed

• End abruptly without a proper conclusion

Why is it important to include a call to action in your conclusion?

• It prompts the audience to take a specific action, increasing the likelihood of them following through with the desired outcome.

• It confuses the audience with too many choices

• It makes the conclusion too lengthy and boring

• It distracts from the main message of the conclusion

Give an example of emphasizing the importance of the topic in a conclusion paragraph.

• Summarizing the opposing viewpoints instead of focusing on the main points in the conclusion paragraph

• Reiterating the main points and highlighting the urgency of addressing the topic in the conclusion paragraph emphasizes its importance.

• Ending the conclusion abruptly without reinforcing the significance of the topic

• Introducing new information that is unrelated to the topic in the conclusion paragraph

What are some effective ways to make your call to action compelling?

• Using strong verbs, creating a sense of urgency, providing clear benefits, using persuasive language, and making it easy to act.

• Providing vague benefits

• Using weak verbs

• Creating a sense of relaxation

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CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.4.8

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.5.8

CCSS.RI.6.8

Explain how reinforcing the argument in the conclusion can leave a lasting impact on the reader.

• By repeating the same points, lacking a clear structure, and ignoring the reader's perspective.

• By using vague language, omitting key details, and failing to address counterarguments.

• By summarizing key points, providing closure, and solidifying the main message of the argument.

• By introducing irrelevant information, confusing the reader, and contradicting the main argument.

In what ways can you create a sense of urgency in your call to action?

• Use slow-paced offers

• Highlight benefits of waiting

• Create a sense of calmness

• Use time-limited offers, limited stock availability, urgent language, highlight benefits of acting quickly, create fear of missing out

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CCSS.RI.4.8

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.5.8

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.6.8

Why should you avoid introducing new information in the conclusion paragraph?

• To introduce a new argument that contradicts the main points

• To make the conclusion longer and more detailed

• To confuse the reader with new details

• To maintain the focus on summarizing main points and providing closure.

How can you connect the call to action back to the main argument in the conclusion?

• Connect the call to action by summarizing the main argument and then explicitly stating how the call to action supports or enhances that argument.

• Provide a call to action that contradicts the main argument

• Introduce a new argument unrelated to the main argument

• Reiterate the call to action without tying it back to the main argument

What role does emotional appeal play in a persuasive conclusion paragraph?

• Emotional appeal confuses the audience and leads to a lack of clarity in the conclusion.

• Emotional appeal is irrelevant in a persuasive conclusion paragraph.

• Emotional appeal makes the audience distrust the message in the conclusion.

• Emotional appeal helps create a lasting impact and motivates the audience to take the desired action.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.8

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.5.8

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.6.8