Concluding Sentences and Topic Sentences

The video tutorial discusses the importance of concluding sentences in writing. It begins with a recap of topic sentences and their characteristics, then explains paragraph structure using a sandwich analogy. The tutorial emphasizes the need for strong concluding sentences to effectively end paragraphs. It provides phrases that can be used in concluding sentences and offers examples to illustrate effective conclusions. The video aims to help writers improve their paragraph endings by putting equal effort into both topic and concluding sentences.

What is the main focus of the video?

• Understanding concluding sentences

• Exploring idioms and metaphors

• Introduction to topic sentences

• Discussing violent crime statistics

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a good topic sentence?

• Clear

• Metaphorical

• Specific

• Brief

How is a paragraph compared to a sandwich?

• The paragraph is like a salad

• The concluding sentence is the bottom slice of bread

• The supporting details are the bread

• The topic sentence is the filling

Why is it important to end a paragraph strongly?

• To confuse the reader

• To introduce a new topic

• To ensure the reader understands the main idea

• To make the paragraph longer

What should a concluding sentence sound like?

• The end of a sentence

• The beginning of a new paragraph

• The end of a paragraph

• A random thought

Which phrase is considered very formal for concluding sentences?

• In summary

• In short

• In some

• In brief

What is a good example of a topic sentence?

• Books are interesting

• I like to eat sandwiches

• The weather is nice today

• My grandfather had more stories than a children's library

What should you put as much effort into as the topic sentence?

• The concluding sentence

• The supporting details

• The introduction

• The title