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Part Four: Constructing Conclusion Paragraphs (2-6 Sentences)

The document provides guidance on constructing conclusion paragraphs in 2-6 sentences. It recommends (1) picking up themes from the introduction, (2) generating a sentence establishing the relationship between ideas, and (3) writing 2-3 sentences clearly linking the ideas to an extension of the thesis without mentioning plot. It also suggests finding a "drop-the-mic quote" that thematically summarizes a universal insight for the last sentence. A sample conclusion wraps the adult mind in nostalgia's warm blanket and values positive childhood memories often revisited.

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Part Four: Constructing Conclusion Paragraphs (2-6 Sentences)

The document provides guidance on constructing conclusion paragraphs in 2-6 sentences. It recommends (1) picking up themes from the introduction, (2) generating a sentence establishing the relationship between ideas, and (3) writing 2-3 sentences clearly linking the ideas to an extension of the thesis without mentioning plot. It also suggests finding a "drop-the-mic quote" that thematically summarizes a universal insight for the last sentence. A sample conclusion wraps the adult mind in nostalgia's warm blanket and values positive childhood memories often revisited.

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The majority of this content is quoted or adapted from A Garden of English.

Part Four: Constructing Conclusion Paragraphs (2-6 sentences)

Reminder of the Sample Thesis:


In the passage, the author presents two youthful misunderstandings, describes an arduous journey to a sentimental
treasure, and downplays dangerous encounters in order to characterize the narrator’s childhood as a time of blissful and
naive adventure, ​ultimately illustrating that nostalgia brings comfort and joy to a mature mind.

1. Pick up your themes you brainstormed at the beginning


○ Ex. Comfort, sentimentality, nostalgia, adventure, youthful misunderstanding, blissful ignorance,
immaturity, secrecy (see the Universal Themes in Literature handout for plenty more)

2. Generate a sentence that establishes the relationship between the ideas considered in step 1; this will
be the first sentence of your conclusion.
○ Tip: To do this with style, consider generating a pertinent metaphor to articulate the relationship.
i. Original: Remembering the jovial days of yesteryear can be quite comforting, especially
when dealing with the realities of adulthood.
ii. With Style: Recollection of childhood memories invokes a cozy and comforting sense of
nostalgia, which wraps the adult mind in a warm blanket of simpler times.
○ Don’t freak out if nothing comes to you--just move on and don’t waste time!

3. After highlighting the ideas that the paper explores, write them into a universally applicable model
and/or make the audience respond to said ideas in some way, but never by asking a question.
○ This works best if you find and analyze a remarkably pertinent piece of textual evidence as you
display the story’s universal application.

In other words:
● Write two to three sentences that clearly link the ideas in the prompt to an extension of your thesis.

● Do this by explaining the universal insight (message) the author is presenting to the reader ​without
mentioning anything about the plot.

● One technique you may want to consider is finding a “drop-the-mic quote” that thematically summarizes
a universal insight and including that in the last sentence of your conclusion. This leaves a “BAM!!!”
factor that is undeniable.

● If you’re stuck, create a hypothetical “if this didn’t happen...” statement or summarize the last event in
the resolution. BUT THEN, ​change all literary elements to universal terms​, and then use the sentence
that comes from such:
○ Ex. “If...” statement: ​If Romeo had only waited a few moments longer, he’d have been able to
live happily with Juliet.
○ Revised to universal terms: ​If individuals were only willing to act with a bit more patience and
prudence, they would be much more likely to see the “honey of [life’s] breath” (V.iii.92).
■ No plot here, but it did use a great quote, and it’s an excellent summary of the author’s
message.
Sample Conclusion:
Recollection of childhood memories invokes a cozy and comforting sense of nostalgia, which wraps the adult
mind in a warm blanket of simpler times. Positive memories of the more adventurous days hold significant
value, and although they spend most of their time tucked away in a “private box of things” (line 18) while
hidden in a “cave-dark closet” (line 26) of the mind, one should always remember how to access them and do
so often.

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