四、閱讀測驗【請依照段落上下文意，選出最適當的答案】第一篇：
 For most people, Japanese culture is exotic. The Japanese language, though written in a script developed by theChinese and its modern vocabulary is saturated with English loan words, belongs to no other known languagefamily. Despite its average size, Japan pulls far above its weight in international economic, political, and culturalcircles. From sushi to sumo to geisha, Japan has intrigued the world for centuries. Among these, perhaps no otherJapanese cultural tradition than geisha has been more famous but also misunderstood. 
Within Japan, geishas have long been admired and respected. As early as the 16th century, a neighborhood inKyoto — then the capital of Japan — was dedicated to pleasure by the local authority. At the time, oiran, skilledwomen of beauty and artistic ability, entertained rich patrons and served as their courtesans. This district alsoprovided dancing, music, poetry reading, and other forms of entertainment by artists known as geishas. They wouldeventually replace the oiran by the middle of the 18th century. 
Today, true geishas are few, but their profession is still attractive to some women. Whether entering the realm ofthe geisha fresh out of junior high school, or a little later from high school or college, or even as an adult, allwould-be geishas must undergo very strict training. Not only must they learn traditional song, dance, and literature,but they also learn social graces such as serving food and drink properly, how to dress and make up, and how toconduct engaging and entertaining conversations. This training can last a mere six months in Tokyo but a full fiveyears in Kyoto. 
Contrary to popular myth, a geisha’s love life is separate from her professional life. The geisha ideal is not aJapanese Barbie doll. It is rather the personification of the ideal Japanese woman: elegant, graceful, beautiful, andtalented.
51. What is the best title for this passage?
(A) Japanese Cultural Traditions
(B) How to Become a Geisha
(C) The Art and Intrigue of the Geisha
(D) The Most Famous Geisha in History