A Good Conclusion

It is important to end your composition well, as the conclusion is the last part your teacher reads before grading your work. The ending of a composition is no less important than the introduction. It provides a proper ‘full-stop’ for your story. This is the part where you re-iterate your main point. It is also where you help the reader feel that your story is complete. Like the introduction, the conclusion is normally rather short, so don’t spend too much time trying to end your story. However, be careful! Ending your story suddenly could leave your reader feeling dissatisfied, so avoid it at all costs.

An interesting conclusion would leave your readers with a lasting impression of your writing and show them what a good writer you are. A good conclusion should end your composition, tying up all loose ends.

Good endings have:
 A solution to the problem, preferably the hero taking some action
 A satisfactory resolution that is gradually developed. Avoid sudden, easily solved endings.
 A great last line that leaves a lasting impression.

AVOID…the 3 Ds
 Dying
 Dream sequel
 Something/ someone that was previously not introduced in the story.

Here are some ways to end your composition creatively:

- ENDING WITH A TWIST

After much investigation, the police discovered that it was Mr Pitt himself who had set fire to his own warehouse.

- PROVERBS/ SAYINGS

As we gazed at the remains of our home, we realized the truth in the saying, “Fire is a good servant but a bad master”. We had learnt our lesson the hard way.

- LIGHT-HEARTED

We gasped as Mandy flung the lid open. We stared at the contents of the box, and then collapsed in helpless laughter. The treasure we had worked so hard for was a pile of old clothes!

- UNEXPECTED FEELING

Help was finally here. The paramedics worked cooperatively and the boy was in the ambulance in less than five minutes. Unfortunately, nothing was done to the woman, whose pot of plant had fallen from the window ledge and hit the boy. I was angry and upset that justice had not taken place.

- HAPPY ENDING

Practically the whole block was invited to the wedding dinner. There was so much happiness and laughter that it was difficult to believe that until recently the two families had been quarrelling so much between them.

- SAD ENDING

The family herded silently into the kitchen, each with his or her own thoughts, trying to cope with the loss. -

- ADVICE

Well, I learnt my lesson. The next time you go swimming, do think twice before showing off. I don’t think you want to end up at the bottom of the pool like I almost did!

- QUESTION

As the finale drew to an end, I could not help but imagine what would have happened if the two arguing lion dancers had continued their argument on stage. Would the lion have fallen? I wondered. That would have been quite a sight!

- FEELINGS/ OPINIONS/ REALISATIONS

Suddenly I realized that Diaz was a true friend. She did not care what race I was; all she cared for was our friendship. She was even willing to quarrel with her cousin for my sake. I hugged her and promised myself that I would be her friend forever.

- RE-EMPHASISING THE MAIN IDEA

We have to understand that this is a serious offence. It can take away innocent lives and leave families devastated. That was what happened to the poor boy and his family.