Tuesday 28 October 2008
Writing the conclusion
- the final paragraph (conclusion) of your essay is possibly the most important
- wraps the entire essay up
- shows how you used the essay to address the question
How to write a conclusion
First sentence: bring it all together - tell us that your evidence answered the question.
for example: It is for all these reasons that bears are extremely dangerous.
Next few sentences: summarize your argument/position
example: Since bears have such sharp teeth and claws, and can run so fast, they are dangerous animals indeed.
Last sentence or two: bring essay to a close
This is where you make your own closing remarks.
The only real rule is to not introduce anything new.
good example: Bears are truly terrifying and should be avoided.
bad example: Bears are also furry and kind of cute.
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