College Composition CLEP Prep Practice Exam

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What is the primary purpose of the introduction in an essay?

  1. develop a central thesis

  2. provide an overview of the essay

  3. introduce and define the main ideas

  4. draw the reader’s attention

The correct answer is: draw the reader’s attention

The introduction in an essay serves the purpose of drawing the reader's attention to the topic and creating an interest in reading the essay. Option A is not correct because the development of a central thesis is usually done in the introduction, but it is not its primary purpose. Option B is not correct because while an overview of the essay may be included in the introduction, it is not the primary purpose. Option C is not correct because while introducing and defining the main ideas may be part of the introduction, it is not the primary purpose. The primary purpose of the introduction is to grab the reader's attention and make them want to continue reading.

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