A. An essay which appeals chiefly to the intellect is Francis Bacon's Of Studies. B. His careful tripartite division of studies expressed succinctly in aphoristic prose demands the complete attention of the mind of the reader. C. He considers studies as they should be; for pleasure, for self-improvement, for business. D. He considers the evils of excess study: laziness, affectation, and preciosity.
Explanation:
(A) introduces Of Studies as the main idea of the passage. (B) states that the essay requires complete attention of the reader. (C) states Bacon’s stand on studies, and (D) continues with the same.
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