Writing the conclusion of a non-chronological report about Anglo-Saxons | English

Starter quiz

Which two of these are conjunctions?
- and ✓
- heavy
- but ✓
- always
Match the conjunction to its purpose.
- because
  
  ⇔
  
  for giving a reason ✓
- and
  
  ⇔
  
  for building on ✓
- but
  
  ⇔
  
  for a positive and a negative ✓
Which heading is used for the first paragraph of a non-chronological report?
- Conclusion
- Introduction ✓
- Farming and diet
- Settlement
What is the definition of a formal fronted adverbial?
- a sentence starter that gives a cause and effect
- a sentence starter that is formal in tone ✓
- a sentence starter that gives the writer’s point of view
Where does a fronted adverbial come in a sentence?
- in the middle
- at the end
- at the start ✓
Which fronted adverbial completes this sentence? '__________, the Anglo-Saxons played an important role in shaping the course of British history.'
- Quickly,
- Every Sunday,
- In summary, ✓
- At home,

Exit quiz

What is the purpose of the conclusion in a non-chronological report?
- to provide specific details about a topic
- to provide thoughts and opinions about a topic
- to summarise the key points in a text, providing closure to the subject ✓
Which two sentences would be in a conclusion about Anglo-Saxons?
- The main grains grown were barley, oats and wheat.
- Anglo-Saxons have left a lasting legacy on the landscape of Britain. ✓
- Anglo-Saxons lived in homes called 'hall houses'.
- If you would like to find out more, visit your library, or use the internet. ✓
Which two formal fronted adverbials could be used in a conclusion?
- In addition to this,
- Despite this,
- To summarise, ✓
- In conclusion, ✓
Which two sentences are true of a conclusion?
- It repeats a specific fact from one of the sections in the report.
- No new information about the subject is given in a conclusion. ✓
- It contains a summary sentence. ✓
- It has a glossary.
Which sentence is accurately punctuated?
- In conclusion, Anglo-Saxon farming innovations continue to have an impact
- In conclusion Anglo-Saxon farming innovations continue to have an impact.
- In conclusion, Anglo-Saxon farming innovations continue to have an impact. ✓
Match the fronted adverbial to the clause.
- Early in the morning,
  
  ⇔
  
  the farmers gathered their tools and prepared to work. ✓
- With all his strength,
  
  ⇔
  
  the courageous warrior lifted up his mighty shield. ✓
- In conclusion,
  
  ⇔
  
  the Anglo-Saxons had a lasting impact on Britain. ✓

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Lesson Details

Key learning points

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

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 through the text.

Keywords

Conclusion - A conclusion is the final part of a text that summarises the main points, providing closure to the subject.
Summarising - Summarising is the process of capturing key points in a concise way.
Formal fronted adverbial - A formal fronted adverbial is a sentence starter followed by a comma that is formal in tone and often found in non-fiction texts.