Choose the closest paraphrased version after each of the following sentences or the italicized part. Blacken the letter corresponding to your choice on the answer sheet.
By word of mouth during the holidays, by phrases in letters during term time, I was kept up to date with John's cleverness and progress.（ ）
A.正确答案A...I was provided with the most recent news of John's success
B.…I was supposed to show interest in what John was doing
C.…I was expected to keep pace with John's achievements
D....I was attracted by what was happening to John
