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A strong conclusion restates the thesis and the key points of the essay. Identify the sentences that were used to restate the thesis and key points in the conclusion of “How to Spot a Lie” and type them here:

In short, detecting lies is a valuable skill that can be useful in a range of situations. To identify lies, paying attention to someone’s behavior, listening closely to their words, and asking relevant questions are key. Observing someone’s body language, such as avoiding eye contact, or displaying fewer emotions, can be red flags. Similarly, people who lie tend to use less specific, less detailed, and less consistent language. Asking open-ended questions and avoiding leading questions can encourage a more detailed response. However, it is important to be patient and gather solid evidence before drawing conclusions. By being observant and critical, you just might learn to tell by looking if someone is lying to you.

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The sentences that restate the thesis and key points in the conclusion of “How to Spot a Lie” are:

"In short, detecting lies is a valuable skill that can be useful in a range of situations."

"To identify lies, paying attention to someone’s behavior, listening closely to their words, and asking relevant questions are key."

"Observing someone’s body language, such as avoiding eye contact, or displaying fewer emotions, can be red flags."

"Similarly, people who lie tend to use less specific, less detailed, and less consistent language."

"However, it is important to be patient and gather solid evidence before drawing conclusions."

"By being observant and critical, you just might learn to tell by looking if someone is lying to you."

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