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Which three sentences in this excerpt from arthur conan doyle's "the contest" suggest that the author's tone is mocking?

Which of the following is the original meaning of the word college? a. an independent institution of higher learning offering a course of general studies leading to a bachelor’s degree b. a building used for an educational or religious purpose c. a group of persons considered by law to be a unit d. a body of clergy, living together and supported by a foundation

Which tense allows for an event that began in the past to carry into the present moment in time