Born in Pennsylvania in 1894，Martha Graham was one of the most famous dancers in the world.She brought modern dance to a new level of popularity in American culture.
   Earlier in her life，however，she did not know that she would become a dancer.Her family was very religious and were members of the upper class.She saw a dance performance accidentally when she was 16，and then decided to become a dancer.Martha's parents，however，did not approve of her desire to dance.At that time，people saw American dance as a lower art form.Yet Graham chose to follow her dream in her early twenties，even though she was considered too old to begin dancing.
   In school，Graham worked very hard to improve her ability to dance.She performed for several years before moving to New York City where she wanted to make greater experiments with dance.She cooperated with music composer L.H.jye.ai 1964.Later，Graham created "Chronicle，" one of her most significant dances.It was influenced by current events including the Great Depression and the Spanish Civil War.At that time，displaying strong emotions in dance was very rare.Graham also created dances based on ancient Greek tragic stories and famous heroines.
   At first，people did not react well to Graham's style of dancing for it was quite：distinct from European ballet，which was more commonly accepted.Graham's dances were powerful，with strong and sharp movements.In 1951，Graham established the dance program at the Juilliard School in New York City.Many of her students became famous dancers.She also taught movement to many famous people，including singers，actresses and film directors.
   Martha Graham received many awards during her lifetime.She was the first dancer to receive the country's highest civilian honor.In 1998，Time magazine listed her as The "Dancer of the Century".Her dances are still performed in New York and around the world.

（1）Why did Martha's parents oppose her dream to be a dancer？

C

C

A．Their religion forbade any art form.
B．It was too late for her to begin dancing.
C．Their family belonged to the upper class.
D．They didn't consider dance as an art form.
（2）What do we know about Chronicle？

B

B

A．It focuses on current events.
B．It conveys intense human feelings.
C．It talks about ancient Greek heroines.
D．It was created by Graham and L.H.
（3）What can be inferred about Martha's dances？

B

B

A．They enjoyed popularity once they appeared.
B．They were well accepted by celebrities.
C．They were mainly designed at the Juilliard School.
D．They have common features with European dancing.
（4）What does Martha's story mainly tell us？

D

D

A．Not all that shines is gold.
B．Actions speak louder than words.
C．when in Rome，do as the Romans do.
D．Nothing is impossible to a willing mind.