Writing a proper Closing Paragraph

What is the primary goal of a conclusion in an essay?

• To list the sources used

• To present a counterargument

• To summarize the essay's main points and their significance

• To introduce new ideas

How should you refer to your thesis in the conclusion?

• Only mention it if it was proven

• Rephrase it to show progress

• Ignore it since it was already mentioned

• Copy it exactly from the introduction

What is NOT a recommended way to review your main points in the conclusion?

• Highlighting the relationship between points

• Tying all main points together

• Summarizing each paragraph separately

• Introducing a new main point

Why is it important to consider the broader implications of your essay?

• To make the essay longer

• To fill space

• To introduce new topics for discussion

• To engage the reader with the topic's broader significance

What should you avoid in a strong conclusion?

• Making predictions

• Rephrasing the thesis

• Reviewing main points

• New evidence

What can undermine your argument in the conclusion?

• Stating the thesis clearly

• Suggesting there are multiple valid perspectives

• Being too confident

• Summarizing the main points

How can new accessibility tools impact society?

• By changing perspectives and attitudes

• By limiting opportunities for some

• By making technology more complicated

• By reducing the need for human interaction

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What should not appear in the conclusion of an essay?

• A summary of key points

• Evidence essential to supporting the thesis

• A rephrased thesis statement

• Consideration of the essay's broader implications

What is a benefit of avoiding generic concluding phrases?

• Strengthens the writing

• Makes the essay longer

• Introduces new ideas

• Complicates the conclusion

Before submitting your essay, what is crucial to do?

• Translate it into another language

• Start a new essay

• Revise it thoroughly

• Share it on social media