How to write introductions and conclusions; a summary

1. Writing Introductions and Conclusions Write them last! The Dragon

2. Introductions and Conclusions To essays

15. Sample Conclusion Transition Thesis Quote Effect Tie to Intro Leave with thought

16. Introductions/Conclusions In conclusion, the “Best Teacher Award” should be awarded to Miss White for her use of humor, her understanding of kids, and her knowledge of all subjects. “Do your best,” she encourages her students, and she does her best. All students try under her direction, and this award shows other to follow her model. So don’t be “skunked;” award Miss White as “Best Teacher.” Think about it; which trait do you think is her best? “ Who’ll be skunked?” asks Miss White before we start our assignment. “No one!” we cheer in response. Miss White always creates an atmosphere for her students or players to do their best. An award recognizes the best person for the job, and so Miss White is the best person for this award. Miss White deserves the “Best Teacher Award” because she uses humor, understands kids, and knows her subject information. In the middle are three paragraphs: 1--humor 2--understands kids 3--knows subject

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22. Sample Conclusion Transition Thesis Quote Effect Tie to Intro Leave with thought

23. Intro Examples Here are two examples of good opening paragraphs. The first paragraph is from an illustration essay entitled “Acting to Save Mother Earth,” and the second is from a narrative essay entitled “Maya Lin’s Vietnam War Memorial.” Both essays appear in Susan Fawcett’s and Alvin Sandberg’s Evergreen with Readings: A Guide to Writing.