Identify and construct ANTITHESIS (introduced) — contrasting ideas in parallel structure (CCSS L.6.3.a; RI.6.6)
Exercise Difficulty 4 ~8 min eng.g6.s.ex_46

Construct Argument Conclusion Antithesis

Prompt

Construct an antithesis for your argument's CONCLUSION as the closing line. Parallel structure + clear contrast + audience-aware.

M-6-S-RH-EX-46-A Interactive Physical / non-image

Closing-antithesis worksheet with parallel-structure + contrast + audience checks. Print-ready 8.5x11.

Answer criteria
type rubric
rubric
Antithesis + parallel + contrast + audience-aware + closing position = 4; 3 of 4 = 3; 2 = 2; <2 = 1
Hints
  1. Closing antithesis = memorable.
  2. Use Kennedy or King as model.
Misconceptions to watch
  • Antithesis not memorable enough for closing.
  • Misses audience awareness.