Writing a Conclusion Quick Check

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Question
An effective conclusion should do which of the following?(1 point)
Responses

clarify the theme of the story
clarify the theme of the story

leave conflicts unresolved
leave conflicts unresolved

show that all of the characters are happy
show that all of the characters are happy

leave the reader questioning

1 answer

An effective conclusion should clarify the theme of the story. This allows the reader to understand the main message or lesson of the narrative. The other options, such as leaving conflicts unresolved or showing all characters happy, are typically less effective in providing a satisfying conclusion. Additionally, while leaving the reader questioning can be effective in certain contexts, it is not a fundamental characteristic of all effective conclusions.