Provide Concluding Statement for Argument - 7th Grade Writing
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Find the problem: "In conclusion, my claim is true. Another reason is that..." What should be removed?
Find the problem: "In conclusion, my claim is true. Another reason is that..." What should be removed?
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The new reason ("Another reason is that..."). New reasons belong in body paragraphs, not conclusions.
The new reason ("Another reason is that..."). New reasons belong in body paragraphs, not conclusions.
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Choose the best final sentence type for an argument: prediction, new evidence, or random question.
Choose the best final sentence type for an argument: prediction, new evidence, or random question.
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Prediction. Predictions show future implications of accepting the argument.
Prediction. Predictions show future implications of accepting the argument.
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Identify the best concluding phrase to show significance: "This matters because..." or "Next, I will..."?
Identify the best concluding phrase to show significance: "This matters because..." or "Next, I will..."?
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This matters because... This phrase explains why the argument is important to readers.
This matters because... This phrase explains why the argument is important to readers.
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Which option best avoids repetition in a conclusion: copy the thesis word-for-word or paraphrase it?
Which option best avoids repetition in a conclusion: copy the thesis word-for-word or paraphrase it?
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Paraphrase it. Paraphrasing avoids repetition while reinforcing the main point.
Paraphrase it. Paraphrasing avoids repetition while reinforcing the main point.
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Find and correct the weak ending: "That is my essay." What should it be replaced with?
Find and correct the weak ending: "That is my essay." What should it be replaced with?
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A final statement that reinforces the claim and its importance. Strong conclusions emphasize significance, not just announce completion.
A final statement that reinforces the claim and its importance. Strong conclusions emphasize significance, not just announce completion.
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Which concluding sentence best supports the argument: "Clearly, the evidence shows..." or "I like this topic"?
Which concluding sentence best supports the argument: "Clearly, the evidence shows..." or "I like this topic"?
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Clearly, the evidence shows... This references evidence objectively; personal preferences weaken arguments.
Clearly, the evidence shows... This references evidence objectively; personal preferences weaken arguments.
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Which option best matches an argumentative conclusion: "To sum up, these reasons prove..." or "Here is a new quote"?
Which option best matches an argumentative conclusion: "To sum up, these reasons prove..." or "Here is a new quote"?
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To sum up, these reasons prove... This summarizes reasoning; new quotes belong in body paragraphs.
To sum up, these reasons prove... This summarizes reasoning; new quotes belong in body paragraphs.
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Identify the best conclusion focus: repeat details from one example or synthesize the main reasons.
Identify the best conclusion focus: repeat details from one example or synthesize the main reasons.
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Synthesize the main reasons. Synthesis combines all reasons; focusing on one detail is too narrow.
Synthesize the main reasons. Synthesis combines all reasons; focusing on one detail is too narrow.
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What is a call to action in an argumentative conclusion?
What is a call to action in an argumentative conclusion?
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A statement urging the reader to do something based on the argument. Calls to action motivate readers to act on the argument's message.
A statement urging the reader to do something based on the argument. Calls to action motivate readers to act on the argument's message.
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Which option best describes what a conclusion should NOT introduce: new evidence or final insight?
Which option best describes what a conclusion should NOT introduce: new evidence or final insight?
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New evidence. Conclusions synthesize existing points, not introduce new support.
New evidence. Conclusions synthesize existing points, not introduce new support.
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Which element should an argumentative conclusion restate in fresh words?
Which element should an argumentative conclusion restate in fresh words?
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The central claim (thesis). Restating the thesis in new words reinforces the main argument.
The central claim (thesis). Restating the thesis in new words reinforces the main argument.
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What must a conclusion do to "follow from" the argument presented?
What must a conclusion do to "follow from" the argument presented?
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It must logically connect to the reasons and evidence already given. Conclusions must be based on the evidence and reasoning already presented.
It must logically connect to the reasons and evidence already given. Conclusions must be based on the evidence and reasoning already presented.
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What is the primary purpose of an argumentative conclusion in a 7th grade essay?
What is the primary purpose of an argumentative conclusion in a 7th grade essay?
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To reinforce the claim and show why the argument matters. Conclusions wrap up by emphasizing significance, not introducing new points.
To reinforce the claim and show why the argument matters. Conclusions wrap up by emphasizing significance, not introducing new points.
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What is the difference between a conclusion and a body paragraph in an argument essay?
What is the difference between a conclusion and a body paragraph in an argument essay?
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A conclusion synthesizes; a body paragraph develops reasons and evidence. Conclusions pull ideas together; body paragraphs build them up.
A conclusion synthesizes; a body paragraph develops reasons and evidence. Conclusions pull ideas together; body paragraphs build them up.
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What is a "so what" statement in a conclusion?
What is a "so what" statement in a conclusion?
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A sentence explaining the importance or impact of the argument. This statement answers why the argument matters to readers.
A sentence explaining the importance or impact of the argument. This statement answers why the argument matters to readers.
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Which type of ending best supports an argument: summary of reasons or unrelated anecdote?
Which type of ending best supports an argument: summary of reasons or unrelated anecdote?
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Summary of reasons. Summarizing key reasons reinforces the argument's logic.
Summary of reasons. Summarizing key reasons reinforces the argument's logic.
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What is the most appropriate role of counterclaim in a conclusion?
What is the most appropriate role of counterclaim in a conclusion?
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Briefly acknowledge it and reinforce why the claim still stands. Brief acknowledgment shows fairness while maintaining your position.
Briefly acknowledge it and reinforce why the claim still stands. Brief acknowledgment shows fairness while maintaining your position.
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Which transition is most appropriate to signal a conclusion: "For example" or "In conclusion"?
Which transition is most appropriate to signal a conclusion: "For example" or "In conclusion"?
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In conclusion. This phrase clearly signals the essay is ending.
In conclusion. This phrase clearly signals the essay is ending.
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Identify the best concluding move: restate claim, add new statistic, or start a new subtopic.
Identify the best concluding move: restate claim, add new statistic, or start a new subtopic.
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Restate the claim. Restating reinforces; new statistics belong in body paragraphs.
Restate the claim. Restating reinforces; new statistics belong in body paragraphs.
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Which concluding sentence best follows the argument: "Therefore, schools should start later" or "Also, homework is hard"?
Which concluding sentence best follows the argument: "Therefore, schools should start later" or "Also, homework is hard"?
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Therefore, schools should start later. This directly restates the claim; the other introduces unrelated content.
Therefore, schools should start later. This directly restates the claim; the other introduces unrelated content.
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Which option best completes a conclusion that supports the argument: “Therefore, the policy should ___.”
Which option best completes a conclusion that supports the argument: “Therefore, the policy should ___.”
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remain in place because it addresses the problem shown in the evidence. This option logically extends from evidence about the problem.
remain in place because it addresses the problem shown in the evidence. This option logically extends from evidence about the problem.
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Identify the concluding sentence that best supports a claim about later school start times improving learning.
Identify the concluding sentence that best supports a claim about later school start times improving learning.
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Starting later supports better focus and achievement, so the change benefits students. This connects evidence (focus/achievement) to the claim's benefit.
Starting later supports better focus and achievement, so the change benefits students. This connects evidence (focus/achievement) to the claim's benefit.
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Which concluding sentence best avoids adding new evidence: A) new statistic B) restated claim with impact?
Which concluding sentence best avoids adding new evidence: A) new statistic B) restated claim with impact?
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B) Restated claim with impact. Option A violates the no-new-evidence rule.
B) Restated claim with impact. Option A violates the no-new-evidence rule.
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Find the problem: “In conclusion, my argument is correct, and also a new study proves it.” What should be removed?
Find the problem: “In conclusion, my argument is correct, and also a new study proves it.” What should be removed?
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Remove “a new study proves it”. New studies are new evidence, forbidden in conclusions.
Remove “a new study proves it”. New studies are new evidence, forbidden in conclusions.
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Which concluding sentence best matches an argument that banning phones in class reduces distractions?
Which concluding sentence best matches an argument that banning phones in class reduces distractions?
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A phone ban supports learning by reducing distractions described in the essay. This directly links the solution to the problem established earlier.
A phone ban supports learning by reducing distractions described in the essay. This directly links the solution to the problem established earlier.
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