Why might Irving’ s literary ability have been surprising to the English（）
A. They feared competition from American writers.
B. They did not expect the United States to produce good writers.
C. They disapproved of the language American writers used.
D. They thought of the United States as a purely commercial power.
Of the sun’ s total output of radiant energy, the earth receives （）.
A. one tenth
B. one millionth
C. all that comes from the surface of the sun
D. a very small portion
The author believes that（）
A. art is’ useful only when it is made into a money earner
B. the promotion of economic growth is the only goal of today’ s society
C. universities should not provide literature or art courses
D. the society needs both technical skills and arts
Which of the following best describes the effect of Irving’ s Presbyterian background on his life（）
A. It fostered his love for the theater.
B. It developed his skill in business.
C. It prompted his interest in law.
D. It had almost no effect on his lif
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