These social prejudices come from several misconceptions and from certain historical facts. Ballet is the Western dance form that has developed over a period of four centuries. It has always depended upon government or royal support for its life. In more modern times, this support came from wealthy people who attended the ballet in beautiful theaters in some of the world's great cities. People have, therefore, come to see ballet as a cultural form. What can be inferred from Para. 1? A Ballet is a traditional dance in the West. B Ballet has rarely had financial support. C Ballet has developed rapidly in the West. D Ballet has been a popular dance in the West.

It is very odd that no one is afraid of the word "dance" and no one would object to the phrase "let's go dancing", but on hearing "ballet(芭蕾)", people start complaining. These social prejudices come from several misconceptions and from certain historical facts. Ballet is the Western dance form that has developed over a period of four centuries. It has always depended upon government or royal support for its life. In more modern times, this support came from wealthy people who attended the ballet in beautiful theaters in some of the world's great cities. People have, therefore, come to see ballet as a cultural form.

What can be inferred from Para. 1?

A Ballet is a traditional dance in the West.

B Ballet has rarely had financial support.

C Ballet has developed rapidly in the West.

D Ballet has been a popular dance in the West.