C. S. Lewis | the Inner Ring

question 24

Multiple Choice

C. S. Lewis | The Inner Ring
Lewis describes the slow and subtle process of indoctrination that can take place when someone yearns to be in a position of power and prestige within a profession, one that can ultimately lead to corruption and punishment. He contrasts this with simply striving to be good at one's profession without seeking this kind of unearned influence.
-Because of the "Inner Ring," according to Lewis, people in higher and lower professional positions may not correspond to their actual levels of

• A) secrecy.
• B) merit.
• C) seniority.
• D) both b and c

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