This argument sounds reasonable, but actually it’s（).

A、correct

B、right

C、incorrect

A.who can remember large amounts of information

B.who are highly intelligent

C.whose minds are alert and receptwe

D.who are good at recognizing different sounds

y accepted today is based on the assumption that drama evolved from ritual. The argument for this view goes as follows. In the beginning, human beings viewed the natural forces of the world, even the seasonal changes, as unpredictable, and they sought, through various means, to control these unknown and feared powers. Those measures which appeared to bring the desired results were then retained and repeated until they hardened into fixed rituals. Eventually stories arose which explained or veiled the mysteries of the rites. As time passed some rituals were abandoned, but the stories, later called myths, persisted and provided material for art and drama.

Those who believed that drama evolved out of ritual also argue that those rites contained the seed of theater because music, dance, masks, and costumes were almost always used. Furthermore, a suitable site had to be provided for performances, and when the entire community did not participate, a clear division was usually made between the "acting area" and the "auditorium". In addition, there were performers, and, since considerable importance was attached to avoiding mistakes in the enactment of rite~, religious leaders usually assumed that task. Wearing masks and costumes, they often impersonated other people, animals, or supernatural beings, and mimed the desired effect--success in hunt or battle, the coming rain, the revival of the Sun--as an actor might. Eventually such dramatic representations were separated from religious activities.

Another theory traces the theater's origin from the human interest in storytelling. According to this view, tales (about the hunt, war, or other feats) are gradually elaborated, at first through the use of impersonation, action, and dialogue by a narrator and then through the assumption of each of the roles by a different person. A closely related theory traces theater to those dances that are primarily rhythmical and gymnastic or that are imitations of animal movements and sounds

What does the passage mainly discuss？ ______

A．The origins of theater.

B．The role of ritual in modern dance.

C．The importance of storytelling.

D．The variety of early religious activities.

A.The origins of theater.

B.The role of ritual in modern dance.

C.The importance of storytelling.

D.The variety of early religious activities.

life has experienced amazing changes in all aspects. We now enjoy a much more colorful and comfortable life. However, there are also some people who hold【B1】attitude towards the development of science and technology. From their point of view, we should【B2】away from the modem science and technology and【B3】to a simpler lifestyle. They seem to be nostalgic【B4】the good old days. They argue that modem science and technology have given【B5】to all sorts of problems, including poorer human relationship, heavier pressure from work and life, deteriorating environment and so on.【B6】the surface of it, their argument sounds persuasive, but on the【B7】thoughts, it can not hold water, because the drawbacks brought by science and technology can not keep us from【B8】the merits.

Firstly, modem transport means make it very convenient for people to travel far or near, thus【B9】a lot of time and energy. By plane, people can【B10】a distance of one thousand miles within one hour.

Secondly, modem science and technology promote the productivity,【B11】people from tiring and vexing manual and mechanical labor. People can enjoy much more【B12】time and freedom. On the other hand, modern household【B13】free females from burdensome house chores. Washing machines and microwave stoves have made housekeeping so much easier that women can pursue their own careers without【B14】the duties of a good wife and mother.

Thirdly, the advent of the Internet has ushered【B15】a brand new era of global information. Modern devices of telecommunications【B16】a great extent facilitate and enhance the exchange of information between people.

Fourthly, advancing medical science has made it possible for human beings to【B17】a much longer life and suffer【B18】from different kinds of diseases. Doctors and scientists have already found cures for many diseases formerly regarded incurable and fatal.

In a word, modern science and technology free man from the bondage of Nature and【B19】the human society to enjoy an unprecedented rate of development in all aspects. Without modern science and technology, life would be【B20】than the struggle for survival; There would be no time or incentive to pursue higher things.

【B1】

A．a wrong

B．an opposite

C．a negative

D．a common