decided that they wanted to rent the apartment. The next day, they called the manager of the apartment complex and told him that they would like the apartment.

　　The manager asked them to sign a rental contract and pay a security deposit so that if any damage was done to the apartment while they were in it, the security deposit would pay for it. They signed the rental contract and paid the security deposit.

　　Finally, they had a place to stay.

1. Which of the following is not an amenity?

　A. Clubhouse. B. Fitness center. C. Pool. D. High ceilings.

2. What did Ana consider while looking through the Apartment Book?

A. Prices. B. Amenities. C. Locations. D. All of the above.

3. Why is the security deposit needed when people rent a house?

A. Because it ensures that a renter will pay the rent on time.

B. Because it ensures that a renter will not have pets on the property.

C. Because it ensures that any damage done to the apartment will be paid for by the renter.

D. Because it ensures that any damage done to the apartment is kept to a minimum.

4. What do we know about Ana?

A. She was a smart and organized wife.

　B. She signed the rental contract on her own.

　C. She bought a home for her family in Carolina.

　D. Her husband worked in a hotel.

　　B

　　Theatres of the past

The Greek theatre

Theatres developed in many parts of Greece. Ancient Greek theatres were built in natural open air sites on conveniently shaped hills. This allowed a great mass of people to enjoy a show at a time. Due to this, actors placed emphasis on exaggerated（夸张的）action and speech. And, colorful symbolic masks and costumes were used.