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Writing the conclusion of a non-chronological report about anglerfish

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Writing the conclusion of a non-chronological report about anglerfish

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Key learning points

  1. The purpose of a conclusion is to summarise the key points in a text, providing closure to the subject.
  2. A summary sentence is the opening sentence of a conclusion and summarises the key points in a text.
  3. A conclusion begins with a formal fronted adverbial.
  4. There are no new facts or information about the subject in the conclusion.
  5. A conclusion finishes with the writer suggesting to the reader how to find out more about the subject.

Keywords

  • Conclusion - the final part of a text that summarises the main points, providing closure to the subject

  • Summarising - the process of capturing key points in a concise way

  • Formal fronted adverbial - a sentence starter followed by a comma that is formal in tone and often found in non-fiction texts

Common misconception

Pupils may want to introduce new ideas or information in the conclusion.

A conclusion does not introduce new information. Its purpose is to summarise the key points made previously throughout the text.


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Pupils should re-read the previous sections in pairs and pull out the key ideas. They could then make notes on mini-whiteboards using bullet points.
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6 Questions

Q1.
Which of the following are conjunctions?

Correct answer: and
remarkable
Correct answer: because
sometimes

Q2.
Match the conjunction to its purpose.

Correct Answer:because,This conjunction introduces a reason for something.

This conjunction introduces a reason for something.

Correct Answer:although,This conjunction introduces a contrast between two clauses.

This conjunction introduces a contrast between two clauses.

Correct Answer:if,This conjunction introduces a condition.

This conjunction introduces a condition.

Q3.
Which heading is used for the first paragraph of a non-chronological report?

habitat
Correct answer: introduction
appearance
conclusion

Q4.
Which of these are suitable fronted adverbials for a non-chronological report about anglerfish?

Correct answer: In conclusion,
Suddenly,
Correct answer: In addition to this,
Quickly,

Q5.
Which fronted adverbial completes this sentence? '__________, it uses its bioluminescent lure to attract unsuspecting prey.'

Frighteningly,
Suddenly,
With a menacing look in its eye,
Correct answer: In the depths of the ocean,

Q6.
Which fronted adverbial completes this sentence? '__________, the anglerfish thrives in the freezing temperatures and high pressure of the abyssal zone.'

Correct answer: Despite this,
In this report,
As quick as a flash,

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6 Questions

Q1.
What is the purpose of the conclusion in a non-chronological report?

to organise notes for future use
Correct answer: to summarise the key points in a text, providing closure to the subject
to provide new information and facts about a topic

Q2.
Which of the following sentences would be in a conclusion about anglerfish?

Correct answer: If you would like to find out more, visit your library, or use the internet.
In this report, you will find out about the appearance and habitat.
Anglerfish use bioluminescence to attract prey.
Correct answer: To summarise, anglerfish have a distinctive appearance due to their adaptations.

Q3.
Which of the following formal fronted adverbials could be used in a conclusion?

Correct answer: To summarise,
In addition to this,
As a consequence,
Correct answer: To conclude,

Q4.
Which of the following sentences are true of a conclusion?

Correct answer: No new information about the subject is given in a conclusion.
It contains pictures and diagrams with new information.
Correct answer: It can contain a formal fronted adverbial.
It has key word definitions written for the first time.

Q5.
Which sentence is accurately punctuated?

in conclusion, the anglerfish has had to make adaptations in order to survive
In conclusion the anglerfish has had to make adaptations in order to survive.
Correct answer: In conclusion, the anglerfish has had to make adaptations in order to survive.
in conclusion the anglerfish has had to make adaptations in order to survive

Q6.
Match the adverbial clause to the main clause it fits best with.

Correct Answer:When hunting,,the anglerfish uses its illicium to attract prey.

the anglerfish uses its illicium to attract prey.

Correct Answer:Although it lives in darkness,,it effectively lures prey with its light.

it effectively lures prey with its light.

Correct Answer:As it adapts to its habitat,,it uses its bioluminescence to thrive in its environment.

it uses its bioluminescence to thrive in its environment.