Crafts' Journey and Conclusion Techniques

The video tutorial guides students on writing an effective conclusion for an argumentative essay. It outlines the steps to identify the strongest evidence, restate claims, and draft a compelling conclusion. The tutorial emphasizes the importance of a powerful conclusion to convince readers of the essay's argument. It uses the example of the Crafts' bravery to illustrate how to analyze and present evidence effectively.

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

• To provide a counterargument

• To summarize the introduction

• To introduce new evidence

• To convince the reader of the writer's opinion

Which step is NOT part of the writing process mentioned in the video?

• Essay mapping

• Conducting interviews

• Drafting a conclusion

• Close reading of the text

What is the first step in drafting a conclusion according to the video?

• Reread the draft

• Restate the claim

• Edit the introduction

• Publish the essay

Which paragraph was identified as having the most compelling evidence?

• The third paragraph

• The second paragraph

• The first paragraph

• The introduction

What did the Crafts do after returning to the U.S. that demonstrated their bravery?

• They became politicians

• They moved to another country

• They started a school for newly freed blacks

• They wrote a book

Why is the evidence from the third paragraph considered more than just bravery?

• Because they were forced to return

• Because they were unaware of the risks

• Because they returned for selfish reasons

• Because they returned to help others despite being safe

What should be included in the conclusion to make the reader remember the Crafts' journey?

• Details of their journey

• A list of references

• New evidence

• A summary of the introduction

What is the final step in the writing process after drafting the conclusion?

• Publishing the essay

• Writing a new introduction

• Conducting more research

• Revising the draft

What is the purpose of explaining how evidence works together in the conclusion?

• To confuse the reader

• To summarize the introduction

• To prove the claim

• To introduce new arguments

What is the significance of the Crafts' return to the U.S. in the context of their bravery?

• It suggests they wanted to forget their past

• It indicates they were unaware of the risks

• It highlights their commitment to help others

• It shows they were forced to return