A. Reports by the U.S. Department of Agriculture
The purpose of drawing conclusions is to READ FOR MEANING.
Reading for meaning involves understanding both the written and the implied information in a particular story. There is no way one can possibly draw correct conclusions if one doesn't understand what has been read.
Conclusions are drawn by using clues from the passage read to develop a reasonable judgement.
Answer:
I think it might be C. (Vivien’s pursuit of Lancelot despite his marriage.)
Did Jack really say it's not my responsibility?
The Mayor promised that the project would be completed in two months.
The professor asked, "When was the treaty signed?".
"You're out of your mind!", exclaimed Tony, slamming the door.
"I'm going to the newsstand", he said, "for a copy of the newspaper."
The composer asked if the orchestra would play this on Thursday.