What is the main idea of this passage
A. It gives a general introduction to some of the most famous realistic writers in last century.
B. It mainly reviews the difference between the fictional world in Oates's novels and the real world.
C. It outlines the career life of Joyce Carol Oates, one of the most famous American writers.
D. It focuses on the writing style of some famous realistic American writers.
Oates's works________.
A. reflected the problems caused by her students
B. are similar to the real events reported in newspapers and magazines
C. never focused on any topic that she was unfamiliar with
D. are often referred to in today's talk shows
The output of our factory is now three times()it was three years ago.
A. what
B. that
C. as
D. which
Mrs. Swan has cooked a special meal________her important visitors.
A. in favor of
B. in honor of
C. in regard of
D. in terms of