The objective of this exercise for is students to individually address all of the main points that should be in the conclusion of a lab report. First they will read a prompt about a simple experiment conducted with backyard birdfeeders. The they will answer a series of questions about the experiment and the results (sample data provided). The questions provide a framework for students to think about all of the types of information to include in a formal conclusion, as might be used in a lab report.

The file includes the prompt, sample data, and a rubric/answer key for instructors. (The rubric includes both basic and advanced ways to answer the questions.) All parts of the file are editable, including the prompt, questions, and data.