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Conclusion Paragraph 
A conclusion paragraph must be sure to restate the thesis, summarize supporting evidence, and have a powerful take-away.
Rubric Code: SX427AX
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Subject: English  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: 9-12

Powered by iRubric Conclusion Paragraphs
A well-composed conclusion should contain a restatement of the thesis, a brief restatement of the evidence, and a powerful take-away sentence to leave the reader satisfied.
  Not Attempted

0 pts

Basic

1 pts

Satisfactory

2 pts

Accomplished

3 pts

Restated Thesis

A solid conclusion contains a restatement of the thesis

Not Attempted

I neglected to restate the thesis.
Basic

The restated thesis is weak: restated word for word or unclear.
Satisfactory

The restated thesis is sufficient and controlled and showing some thoughtfulness.
Accomplished

The restated thesis is profoundly thoughtful and precise which shows a relationship to the rest of the essay.
Summarize Supporting Evidence

A solid conclusion has the supporting evidence summarized

Not Attempted

I neglected to summarize my supporting evidence from the body paragraphs and thesis.
Basic

I attempted to summarize my supporting evidence from the body paragraphs and thesis; however, some meaning was lost or new information was presented.
Satisfactory

I summarized my supporting evidence in a sufficient and controlled manner. No meaning was lost and no new information was presented.
Accomplished

I have summarized my supporting evidence in a concise, effective manner so that my reader fully understands what my essay was about.
Take-Away

A solid conclusion has a profound take-away statement that leaves the reader satisfied.

Not Attempted

I neglected to create a take-way statement that will leave the reader satisfied.
Basic

I attempted to write a take-way statement; however, it was formulaic or shifted purpose with a call-to-action.
Satisfactory

I wrote an effective take-away statement that showed originality and maintained expository focus.
Accomplished

I have created an original and profound take-away statement that will leave my reader satisfied and wanting more while maintaining expository focus.



Keywords:
  • take-away, supports, conclusion, thesis, call-to-action

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