It is absolutely essential that William_____his study in spite of some learning difficulties.
【正确答案】 C
【答案解析】It is essential that...句型中,that引导的从句用虚拟语气,谓语动词用“should+动词原形”,should可以省略。故C为正确选项。类似的形容词还有:important,necessary,imperative,advisable,desirable等。