[A] the growing demand from clients.

[B] the increasing pressure of inflation.

[C] the prospect of working in big firms.

[D] the attraction of financial rewards.

27. Which of the following adds to the costs of legal education in most American states？

[A] Higher tuition fees for undergraduate studies.

[B] Admissions approval from the bar association.

[C] Pursuing a bachelor's degree in another major.

[D] Receiving training by professional associations.

28. Hindrance to the reform of the legal system originates from

[A] lawyers' and clients' strong resistance.

[B] the rigid bodies governing the profession.

[C] the stern exam for would-be lawyers.

[D] non-professionals' sharp criticism.

29. The guild-like ownership structure is considered “restrictive” partly because it

[A] bans outsiders' involvement in the profession.

[B] keeps lawyers from holding law-firm shares.

[C] aggravates the ethical situation in the trade.

[D] prevents lawyers from gaining due profits.

30. In this text， the author mainly discusses

[A] flawed ownership of America's law firms and causes.

[B] the factors that help make a successful lawyer in American.