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Writing a Convincing Conclusion

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What is the main goal of Jamie's conversation with his parents?

To convince them to let him do the dishes for a week

To show his ability to restate main points

To demonstrate his writing skills

To prove his responsibility to go on a backpacking trip (correct)

What is the purpose of restating main points in a conclusion?

To provide additional evidence

To summarize the main points in a fresh way (correct)

To introduce new ideas

To repeat the introduction

How can you restate your thesis in an interesting way?

By using the same words as the introduction

By using different words and phrases (correct)

By adding new information

By repeating the introduction verbatim

What is the purpose of adding an anecdote in a conclusion?

To move the reader emotionally Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of using a different order in restating main points?

It makes the conclusion more engaging and powerful Signup and view all the answers

What is the benefit of splitting up the main points?

It adds more variety to the conclusion Signup and view all the answers

What is the main technique used by Jamie in his conversation with his parents?

Restating main points Signup and view all the answers

What can Jamie use to help convince his parents to let him go on the backpacking trip?

A quotation from Coach Peterson Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to acknowledge the opposition in a persuasive essay?

To demonstrate that you understand the complexity of the issue Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a call to action in a persuasive essay?

To challenge the reader to take action Signup and view all the answers

Why might Jamie want to mention that his friends are going on the backpacking trip?

To play the 'everybody's doing it' card Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of adding a surprise element to a conclusion?

It evokes an emotional response in the reader Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of restating the main points in a conclusion?

To summarize the main points and reinforce the argument Signup and view all the answers

Why might Jamie want to use an emotional appeal in his conclusion?

To pull the heartstrings and make the request more relatable Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of making the main point universal in a conclusion?

It makes the argument seem more relevant to a wider audience Signup and view all the answers