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What should the last sentence of a conclusion do? Leave the reader with the bigger 'so what?'.

Writing a conclusion that isn't a repeat

Restate the thesis in new words and say why it matters.

Copying the introduction word for word, or adding a brand-new argument.

Instead: Rephrase the thesis, pull the main points together, and end with the wider significance — no new evidence.

What should the last sentence of a conclusion do?

Sugar · Should it bring in a new quote?
Student · No.
Sugar · What could it do instead?
Student · Say why the argument matters beyond the essay.

Answer: Leave the reader with the bigger 'so what?'.

1. Can a conclusion add new evidence?
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No
2. Should you repeat the thesis word for word?
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No — rephrase it
3. What question should the final sentence answer?
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So what? Why does this matter?

What is the most common mistake with writing a conclusion that isn't a repeat?: Copying the introduction word for word, or adding a brand-new argument.
How do I get writing a conclusion that isn't a repeat right?: Rephrase the thesis, pull the main points together, and end with the wider significance — no new evidence.
Can you show a worked example?: What should the last sentence of a conclusion do? Leave the reader with the bigger 'so what?'.

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