Types of Conclusions
Types of Conclusions
Just as with introductions, there are two important points to remember from the start. First, regardless of the type of conclusion, all conclusions must meet the required functions of a conclusion:
- Prepare the audience for the end of the speech
- Present any final appeals
- Do not present any new information
- Summarize and wrap-up
Second, most conclusions will be a combination of two or more types. There is a third point to remember about conclusions as well: Conclusions need to provide a match to the introduction, so that there is symmetry and completeness to the speech structure. Because of this, very often, the conclusion will be of the same type as the introduction. At the very least, the conclusion must refer to the introduction so there is a sense of completeness. Naturally enough, the types of conclusions you can use and develop are similar to the types of introductions you can use and develop.
With conclusions, however, there are some additional types you may wish to use, and there are some variations and adaptations of the introduction types that you will want to use as you prepare your conclusions.
