In this section, you will hear several news items. Listen to them carefully and then answer the questions that follow.

Questions 21 to 23 are based on the following news. At the end of the news item, you will be given 15 seconds to answer the questions.
Now, listen to the news.

A、 indicates a change in the US policy
B、 because such 'an action is a right thing
C、 shows that the US wants to strengthen the two countries' relationship
D、 is to win the electorate in the US

【正确答案】 B

【答案解析】[听力原文]21-23 President Bush says helping the survivors of the earthquake in Iran is the right thing to do. But he stresses his willingness to ease restrictions so American aid can get into Iran does not indicate a change in the US policy is in the offing. Mr. Bush says there are still conditions that must be met by Tehran. He says Iran's leader must listen to the voices of those who long for freedom, turn over A1-Qaida terrorists in their custody, and abandon their nuclear weapons program. The President spoke to reporters that he is hopeful Iran will take the actions necessary to lead to a thaw in relations. The United States broke off diplomatic relations with Iran in late 1979 after militants stormed the US Embassy in Tehran and held dozens of Americans hostages for 444 days.

A、 To abandon their nuclear weapons program.
B、 Iran's leader must accept the suggestion of peace-lovers.
C、 To turn over AI-Qaida terrorists in their custody.
D、 The Iran leaders shall acknowledge the faults.

【正确答案】 D

【答案解析】

A、 Iran militants stormed the US Embassy
B、 Dozens of American hostages were killed in Iran.
C、 The Iran government refused to give up nuclear experiments.
D、 The military conflict between the two countries led to the break.