Question

Life has its ups and downs. The ups are more meaningful when you can share them with others. The downs are easier to get through when you have the support of others. Nothing can replace the affirmation and support we get from our friends and families. Therefore, true success can come only from having a strong support system of family and friends.

Read the introduction for an argumentative essay about the definition of success. What should you expect to find in the conclusion? Check all that apply.

a call to action to develop a support system
a summary of the main ideas presented in the essay
a statistic about friendship and happiness from a body paragraph
a restatement of the claim that success means a strong circle of friends and family
a hook to engage the reader

Answer 1

Select:
- a call to action to develop a support system — Yes. Conclusions often include a final appeal or call to action.
- a summary of the main ideas presented in the essay — Yes. Conclusions typically summarize main points.
- a restatement of the claim that success means a strong circle of friends and family — Yes. Conclusions commonly restate the thesis in different wording.

Do not select:
- a statistic about friendship and happiness from a body paragraph — No. Conclusions should not introduce new evidence (and usually avoid detailed facts).
- a hook to engage the reader — No. A hook belongs in the introduction, not the conclusion.