He is totally illiterate and cannot read characters.

He was totally illiterate and couldn't even read the menu.

He has a deep interest in astronomy.

That proposal is completely unthinkable.

He is keeping unwanted visitors away by setting up a sparrow net in front of the gate.

His works are kept strictly private and are not shown to the general public.

His kimono was embroidered with his family's crest.

Mei-chan loves corn.

He has a deep interest in astronomy.

As a practical question, how are we going to fund this project?