Writing a Meaningful Conclusion A conclusion has a purpose in an essay. It is not just a repeat of your thesis. You need a transition word or phrase to let the reader know you are finished with your body paragraphs and are now reaching a conclusion. A good conclusion has three parts: A. A statement explaining what the reader should have learned from the essay. B. A statement reminding the reader of your main reasons/points. C. A statement explaining what was ultimately discovered through the project or a call to action for the reader. Example: All of the symbols discussed above are crucial for the message delivered in William Golding’s of the Flies.” The broken glasses represent the destruction of intellect on the island, the “Lord Lord of the Flies represents the blossoming of evil in the boys, and the beast represents the consequences of giving in to fear. When grouped together, the symbols reveal that the destruction of society and civilization can be fatal.
Writing a Meaningful Conclusion A conclusion has a purpose in an essay. It is not just a repeat of your thesis. You need a transition word or phrase to let the reader know you are finished with your body paragraphs and are now reaching a conclusion. A good conclusion has three parts: A. A statement explaining what the reader should have learned from the essay. B. A statement reminding the reader of your main reasons/points. C. A statement explaining what was ultimately discovered through the project or a call to action for the reader. Example: All of the symbols discussed above are crucial for the message delivered in William Golding’s “Lord of the Flies.” The broken glasses represent the destruction of intellect on the island, the Lord of the Flies represents the blossoming of evil in the boys, and the beast represents the consequences of giving in to fear. When grouped together, the symbols reveal that the destruction of society and civilization can be fatal.
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