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2 Introduction and Conclusion Paragraphs

Do Now Activity: Reflect
Directions: Answer the following question(s)
1. What makes a strong introduction paragraph?
2. What makes a strong conclusion paragraph?

Explore: Introduction and Conclusion Paragraphs Structure

Learning Target(s):

 W.11-12.4 I can compose a clear and logical piece of writing that demonstrates my understanding or a specific writing style. (P)

Directions: Answer the reflection questions as we go over the elements of a strong introduction paragraph and a strong
conclusion paragraph.
Reflect: What do I need to include in my introduction
paragraph?
Reflect: Think of another shape or object that can represent an
introduction paragraph.

Reflect: Why does the conclusion paragraph start from

specific to general (opposite of the introduction paragraph)?
 Reflect: Write a one-sentence summary for each bullet point.

Independent Practice: Introduction and Conclusion Paragraphs

Learning Target(s):

 W.11-12.9 I can compose written responses and include textual evidence to strengthen my analysis, reflection and/or research. (P)

Directions: Draft your introduction and conclusion paragraphs. Refer to the Summative 2B handout for an outline.
Summative 2b Rubric
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY. W.11-12.1.e

Provide a concluding statement or section that follows from and supports the argument presented.
 Exceeds: Meets: Approaching: Below: NYT (No evidence):
90-100 80-89 70-79 60-69 Below 60
The concluding statement The concluding statement The concluding statement There is little to no attempt to There is no conclusion.
supports and aides the argument supports the argument presented. attempts to support the argument support the argument presented
presented. presented. in the concluding statement.