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41. According to this article, theories of the origins of theater _____. (A) are well supported by factual evidence (B) have reached a consensus among historians (C) were expressed in the early stages of theater’s development (D) are mostly accurate and substantiated by facts (E) are mainly hypothetical and drawn from inferences

42. According to this article, some societies developed and repeated ceremonial actions in order to _____. (A) consolidate members of the society (B) ensure the society’s continuous prosperity (C) help society better understand the supernatural forces (D) distinguish their beliefs from those of other societies (E) distribute the food supply in case of emergency

43. According to this article, which of the following may cause societies to abandon certain rites? (A) Emphasizing theater as entertainment. (B) Finding a more sophisticated way of representing mythical characters. (C) Developing a new understanding of why events occur. (D) Moving from a primarily oral tradition to a written tradition. (E) Considering theater as a religious tool.

44. Which of the following is NOT mentioned as possible reasons that led societies to develop theater? (A) Theater presents a platform for people to deal with their fear and anxiety. (B) Theater gives people an opportunity to imagine a better reality. (C) Theater provides a chance for people to mediate their religious differences. (D) Theater offers a way for people to enjoy imitating other people and things. (E) Theater is a place where people can fulfill their hopes in fiction.