Combining Strategies

Worksheet Description

This worksheet is about helping students understand and practice writing formal concluding statements in expository essays. It provides a list of strategies for writing effective conclusions, including restating the main idea, challenging readers, articulating the implications of the main idea, making a prediction, and asking a question. Students are instructed to write a formal concluding statement for their essay by employing a combination of these strategies.

The worksheet is designed to teach students that a strong conclusion does more than just summarize an essay; it offers a fresh perspective or a lasting thought for the reader to consider. It encourages students to think critically about how their concluding statement can leave an impact on the reader. By exploring different strategies, students learn how to craft a conclusion that is not only cohesive with their essay but also enriches the reader’s understanding of the topic. This exercise enhances students’ skills in making their writing more compelling and thought-provoking.