The authorities in China have told a TV station to stop broadcasting “Super Girl,” one of the most popular shows on TV. It’s a talent contest where women of all ages blast out their favorite tunes.
The government often bans programs it considers to be unsuitable. And regulators have now told the program maker, Hunan Satellite Television, not to film another series next year. Officially, they say the show’s too long: some episodes last three hours. But many believe the authorities simply don’t like the program's lowbrow tone or the fact that it’s extremely popular and so financially successful.
The authorities regularly get themselves worked up about TV shows. They’ve just taken a channel off air for a whole month for showing a program that had a negative impact on society, as they put it. In future, the makers of “Super Girl” are promising to put on programs that promote moral ethics. Information about public safety and housework are two suggested topics. That might please the regulators, but it’s unlikely to attract the viewers.
【題組】23.What is the excuse the government gave to stop “Super Girl?”
(A)The program lost its popularity among young people.
(B)The program had a negative impact on society.
(C)The program is too long.
(D)The program will find a new production company and channel.
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