The Writing Process

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The Writing Process

• Conclusions

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What is a conclusion?

• A conclusion paragraph is where you wrap up your
  essay.
• The conclusion paragraph should introduce NO new
  ideas and restate your thesis statement and major
  ideas.

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How to construct a conclusion?

• In order to construct a conclusion, you should do
  the following.
• Restate your thesis statement. It should not be
  a copied, word for word, restatement of the
  thesis in the introduction. Reword it!
• Remind your reader of the major points made in
  your body paragraphs.
• Finish the essay with some sort of clincher that
  alludes back to your attention-getter.

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Example of a Conclusion

• In order to be successful in his revenge on
  Fortunato, Montresor must access all the
  different parts of his personality. By accessing
  the darkest depths of his vengeful nature, he is
  able to focus his energy on the most horrific,
  but satisfying torture for Fortunato. His
  ability to use reverse psychology and
  manipulation allow him to accomplish this deed.
  Finally, his intelligent choices permit him to
  get away with the murder in the end. Is murder
  the way to fulfill someones vengeance? It seems
  so for Montresor.