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Writing Conclusion Paragraphs Slide2
Remember this example of an introduction?
It goes from the most broad sentence to the most specific.
Attention Getter
Bridge
Thesis
Introduction
ParagraphSlide3
Conclusion
Paragraph
Thesis
(reworded)
Main points
(reworded)
EpiphanySlide4
STEP 1: Re-state your thesis
Remind readers of the
ARGUMENT
you are attempting to
prove with your paper.
DO
NOT simply copy the original
sentence from your
introduction—re-word
your main idea
!
Example:
Harrison
Bergeron proves to be
truly
heroic through his admirable actions
and
liberated attitude.Slide5
STEP 2: Summarize your main points
Remind
readers of your
BEST points. Look to your body
paragraphs for your best ideas.
DO NOT
simply re-copy these original sentences from your body paragraphs—re-word these ideas!Slide6
STEP 2: Summarize your main points
Example
:
Through rebelliously kissing the ballerina, flying through the air amid gun shots, and continually refusing to wear his handicaps, Harrison Bergeron masterfully defies the government. His self-declaration as the emperor undoubtedly makes his society aware of his impact as a hero.Slide7
STEP 3: The Epiphany
Think
BIG PICTURE
!
What lesson(s) should readers be taking away from your paper and its argument?
What moral
does your paper illustrate? Does your paper connect to a universal
truth
or
thematic
idea?Slide8
STEP 3: The EpiphanyExample:
Like the futuristic citizens, readers are easily inspired by Harrison’s fearless determination to right the wrongs of his
dystopic
society. As a result of examining Vonnegut’s text, readers can learn the importance of rising up and being a single voice of resistance.Slide9
Sample Conclusion Paragraph
Harrison
Bergeron proves to be truly heroic through his admirable actions and liberated attitude.
Through rebelliously kissing the ballerina, flying through the air amid gun shots, and continually refusing to wear his handicaps, Harrison Bergeron masterfully defies the government. His self-declaration as the emperor undoubtedly makes his society aware of his impact as a hero.
Like the futuristic citizens, readers are easily inspired by Harrison’s fearless determination to right the wrongs of his dystopic
society. As a result of examining Vonnegut’s text, readers can learn the importance of rising up and being a single voice of resistance.