Writing Conclusions

Writing Conclusions “Whatever you are, be a good one.” (Abraham Lincoln, 1809-65)

To write a successful conclusion you must do three things: • Restate your position, • Summarize your reasons, and • Make one final plea for your position Note: It is best to follow this particular order to write a effective 50 to 60 word conclusion. Creator, José J. GonzálezSTCCSpring 2002

introduction conclusion general narrow narrow general What do the triangles indicate? Creator, José J. GonzálezSTCCSpring 2002

general INTRODUCTION For years there has been a huge debate about smoking. Do you think that smoking should be banned? Some people have formed groups to ban smoking while others suggest that smoking should be a personal choice. I think that smoking should be banned because it is not healthy; it pollutes our environment and it drains us of our energy. Creator, José J. GonzálezSTCCSpring 2002 narrow

narrow conclusion In conclusion, there is no doubt that smoking should be banned. Smoking is physically dangerous, pollutes our environment and drains us of our energy. Let us not delay and let us pass a law promptly that will lead us to live better and healthier lives. Let us rid ourselves of such a dangerous vice as soon as possible. general Creator, José J. GonzálezSTCCSpring 2002

Introduction Introduce topic State position Provide three reasons Conclusion Restate position Summarize three reasons Make final plea for your position Keep in mind the following GOALS: Creator, José J. GonzálezSTCCSpring 2002

Assignment: Write an introduction and conclusion for the following topic: • Should all public school students be required to wear uniforms? • Note: Remember the three goals of the introduction and conclusion. Creator, José J. GonzálezSTCCSpring 2002

Creator, José J. GonzálezSTCCSpring 2002

Writing Conclusions