College Composition CLEP Prep Practice Exam

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What is the primary purpose of a conclusion paragraph?

Reinforcement of the thesis
Offer an opinion
Introduce new ideas
Summarize key points

The correct answer is: Summarize key points

A conclusion paragraph serves as a summary of the main points discussed in the essay or paper. It should not introduce new ideas or opinions, but rather restate the main argument and provide closure for the reader. Options A and B do not accurately reflect the purpose of a conclusion paragraph, as the writer should not reinforce their thesis or offer a new opinion in this section. Option C is incorrect as a conclusion paragraph should not introduce new ideas, but rather tie together and summarize the existing ones. Therefore, the primary purpose of a conclusion paragraph is to effectively summarize the key points of the essay.