Writing Conclusion Paragraphs

The structure of an introduction goes from the most broad sentence to the most specific.

Attention Getter

Bridge

Thesis

IntroductionParagraph

Conclusion

Paragraph

Thesis (reworded)

Main points(reworded)

Epiphany

The conclusion paragraph

moves from the most specific ideas to the

most broad.

STEP 1: Re-state your thesis (1 sentence)

• 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 loyalty to change, his noble actions, and his extraordinary abilities.

STEP 2: Summarize your main points (1-3 Sentences)

• 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!

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.

STEP 3: The Epiphany (1-2 sentences)

• 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?

STEP 3: The EpiphanyExample: Not only are the futuristic citizens inspired by Harrison’s actions, but so are readers as Harrison provides a wonderful example to all those needing to step away from the government and heroically rebel.  As a result of Vonnegut’s text, readers can learn the importance of rising up and being a single voice of resistance in the face of oppression.   

Sample Conclusion ParagraphHarrison Bergeron proves to be truly

heroic through his loyalty to change, his noble actions, and his extraordinary abilities. 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. Not only are the futuristic citizens inspired by Harrison’s actions but so are readers as Harrison provides a wonderful example to all those needing to step away from government and heroically rebel.  As a result of Vonnegut’s text, readers can learn the importance of rising up and being a single voice of resistance in the face of oppression.  

For Friday 3/8/12OTake home your Lord of the Flies

ICE

OProduce:OA complete conclusion paragraphOParagraphs must be typedOConclusion paragraph MUST BE MLA

FormattedOWorth 7 writing points