Writing a Good Conclusion Paragraph

The conclusion paragraph is pretty self-explanatory. Its purpose is to summarize the main points of the essay and reiterate the thesis statement.

Here are some tips to help you:

1. Don't start your conclusion paragraph with transitions like "In conclusion..." or "To summarize...".
   
   • It should already be clear to readers that this is the last paragraph of your essay.
   • These phrases have been overused and indicate weak writing ability. 
   • Is there something more creative you can end with?
2. Restate the points you made, but don't copy them word for word.
   • This tip is especially important in regards to your thesis. Figure out another way to say it that isn't close to the original.
   • Describe the main ideas of the arguments you made (sometimes wrapped up in the thesis).
3. Don't introduce any new concepts in your conclusion paragraph.
   • Doing this often leaves the reader hanging since there is not much room to explain the new topic
   • Introduce new concepts in the introductory paragraph and describe them more thoroughly in the body paragraphs. 
4. End your paragraph with something creative.
   • As I said in the previous tip, don't introduce a new concept...but give the reader something to think about. 
   • Give your essay a powerful last word that leaves a good impression on the reader.