Starter quiz
- Which of the following are conjunctions?
- and ✓
- remarkable
- because ✓
- sometimes
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- Match the conjunction to its purpose.
- because⇔This conjunction introduces a reason for something. ✓
- although⇔This conjunction introduces a contrast between two clauses. ✓
- if⇔This conjunction introduces a condition. ✓
- Which heading is used for the first paragraph of a non-chronological report?
- habitat
- introduction ✓
- appearance
- conclusion
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- Which of these are suitable fronted adverbials for a non-chronological report about anglerfish?
- In conclusion, ✓
- Suddenly,
- In addition to this, ✓
- Quickly,
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- Which fronted adverbial completes this sentence? '__________, it uses its bioluminescent lure to attract unsuspecting prey.'
- Frighteningly,
- Suddenly,
- With a menacing look in its eye,
- In the depths of the ocean, ✓
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- Which fronted adverbial completes this sentence? '__________, the anglerfish thrives in the freezing temperatures and high pressure of the abyssal zone.'
- Despite this, ✓
- In this report,
- As quick as a flash,
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Exit quiz
- What is the purpose of the conclusion in a non-chronological report?
- to organise notes for future use
- to summarise the key points in a text, providing closure to the subject ✓
- to provide new information and facts about a topic
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- Which of the following sentences would be in a conclusion about anglerfish?
- 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.
- To summarise, anglerfish have a distinctive appearance due to their adaptations. ✓
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- Which of the following formal fronted adverbials could be used in a conclusion?
- To summarise, ✓
- In addition to this,
- As a consequence,
- To conclude, ✓
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- Which of the following sentences are true of a conclusion?
- No new information about the subject is given in a conclusion. ✓
- It contains pictures and diagrams with new information.
- It can contain a formal fronted adverbial. ✓
- It has key word definitions written for the first time.
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- 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.
- 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
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- Match the adverbial clause to the main clause it fits best with.
- When hunting,⇔the anglerfish uses its illicium to attract prey. ✓
- Although it lives in darkness,⇔it effectively lures prey with its light. ✓
- As it adapts to its habitat,⇔it uses its bioluminescence to thrive in its environment. ✓
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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 throughout the text.
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
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