Conclusion

Describing a conclusion is harder than describing an introduction. A concluding paragraph is perhaps the most unique part of any paper. How a paper ends is determined largely by what has gone before. You will best learn to write conclusions by trial and error. One can say this: merely restating the thesis exactly as it appears in the introduction is not an effective strategy, especially for a short paper. Try, rather, to end by giving your readers some idea of why reading the paper was worth their while. What is the real significance of what you have said? What does it mean to you? What should it mean to your readers?

The following are some conclusions to papers of various kinds written by Mars Hill College students:

1. Thesis: Most people should consider switching from glasses to contact lenses because of comfort, convenience, and the effect on personal appearance.

Conclusion: As far as what kind of person is best suited for contact lenses is concerned, no one has a positively correct answer. Many people wish to wear contacts, but they cannot do so for various reasons. People who are tired of fighting the battle with glasses, however, should consider switching to contacts. Anyone who does not like them after a thirty-day trial can return to wearing glasses. But my guess is that people who want comfort, convenience, and a more attractive appearance will stay with contacts. I did, and I have so far not had a single regret. Make the switch, and see the real world from a new point of view.

2. Thesis: College life is a far more important maturing experience than high school life because of the living environment, the academic demands, and the athletic opportunities.

Conclusion: The transition from elementary grades to high school is not as great as the transition from high school to college. The responsibilities become more numerous and greater in importance. High school students still require the presence of their parents and rely mainly on their peers to keep things straight and in order. The college students must rely mainly on themselves for everything, including their living conditions, their academic work, and their opportunities for extracurricular activities such as athletics. Therefore, they grow and truly shape their very own personalities.

3. Thesis: Because of his powerful hitting, consistent fielding, and sharp mind, Eddie Murray is a better first baseman than Cecil Cooper.

Conclusion: In the long run, Murray has proven to be a better player than Cooper. While out-hitting and out-fielding, not only is Murray better on paper, but his thinking is superior as well. There are many first basemen who could someday possibly compare to Eddie Murray, but second best at this time is not even close.

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