1. 11/12/2015 1 “ Whatever you are, be a good one.” (Abraham Lincoln, 1809-65)Abraham Lincoln

2. Creator, José J. González STCC Spring 2002 2 To write a successful conclusion you must do three things: Restate your position, Summarize your reasons, and Make one final plea for your position Note: It is best to follow this particular order to write a effective 50 to 60 word conclusion.

3. Creator, José J. González STCC Spring 2002 3 What do the triangles indicate?

4. Creator, José J. González STCC Spring 2002 4 For years there has been a huge debate about smoking. Do you think that smoking should be banned? Some people have formed groups to ban smoking while others suggest that smoking should be a personal choice. I think that smoking should be banned because it is not healthy; it pollutes our environment and it drains us of our energy.

5. Creator, José J. González STCC Spring 2002 5 In conclusion, there is no doubt that smoking should be banned. Smoking is physically dangerous, pollutes our environment and drains us of our energy. Let us not delay and let us pass a law promptly that will lead us to live better and healthier lives. Let us rid ourselves of such a dangerous vice as soon as possible.

6. Creator, José J. González STCC Spring 2002 6 Introduction Introduce topic State position Provide three reasons Conclusion Restate position Summarize three reasons Make final plea for your position

7. Assignment: Please go to the main Blackboard page and go to the Essay assignment icon for the week’s writing assignment. Mr g Creator, José J. González STCC Spring 2002 7

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