1. 听材料，回答问题。

1. （1） When did people begin to celebrate the New Year?

   A . Before they had ways of measuring time. B . When different national groups appeared. C . After they had free time to celebrate a holiday.
3. （2） Why is New Year's Day not the most important in the USA?

   A . It is out of date. B . It is not enjoyable. C . It is close to Christmas.
5. （3） What is the passage mainly about?

   A . History of holidays. B . Celebration of the New Year. C . Chinese New Year's Day.