II. Do you know the history of Valentine’s Day? Why is it on February 14th ofeach year? There are many stories about Valentine’s Day. Some people think thatValentine’s Day began in ancient Rome. Long ago, because the ruler Claudius wantedall young men to join the army, he declared that it is illegal for young men to marry. Ifyoung men have their family, they would like to stay at home and become weak. Inthis way, there are no good men to fight for the country. A priest,Valentine, did notfollow Claudius’ rule, however. He let many young men and women marry in hischurch. Later, Claudius found out the fact so put him in prison. When in prison,Valentine became very good friends with a guard’s daughter. They were soon in lovewith each other. The night before Valentine was to die, he wrote a letter to the girl. Hesigned it, “From your Valentine.” So from the story, that was the first valentine.＊ancient 古代 ＊ruler 統治者 ＊army 軍隊 ＊declare 宣布 ＊illegal 非法的 ＊marry 結婚＊fight 打仗 ＊priest 牧師 ＊prison 監獄 ＊guard 看守員
30. Why did Claudius put Valentine in prison?
(A) Claudius was jealous(忌妒) of Valentine.
(B) Valentine didn’t follow the rule.
(C) Valentine didn’t join the army.
(D) Valentine married with a girl.