Identify a hypothetical topic and the five types of conclusions, and give an example of each type of conclusion. Select the conclusion you think would work the best.
What will be an ideal response?
- Sample topic will vary.
- The five types of conclusions are: (1) summarizing, (2) quoting someone, (3) making a personal reference, (4) challenging the audience, and (5) offering a utopian vision
- A complete example includes a hypothetical topic along with examples of each type of conclusion; point out the best selection and provide a rationale why you consider it to be the best type of conclusion to use in this case.
- Student examples will vary.
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