Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that is CLOSEST in meaning to the sentence given in each of the following questions.
Although the teacher explained the theory clearly, the students found it hard to understand it.
A.Though explained clearly, the theory of teaching was difficult to the students.
B.Although the teaching theory was clear, it was a real challenge to the students.
C.In spite of explaining the theory clearly, the students themselves found it hard to understand it.
D.Despite the teacher’s clear explanation of the theory, the students had difficulty understanding it.