During ceremonies, the performance of a foreign country's national anthem should be followed by what?

• A. The national anthem of the United States will be played without pause.
• B. The foreign anthem should be repeated.
• C. No additional music is played.
• D. The ceremony ends.

Answer: (A)

The main idea here is the proper sequence and flow of national anthems in formal ceremonies. After a foreign country’s anthem finishes, the host nation’s anthem should begin immediately, without stopping or adding other music in between. This immediate continuation shows reciprocal respect and keeps the ceremony moving smoothly from honoring the foreign nation to honoring the host country.

Why this is the best choice: it maintains the solemn, uninterrupted atmosphere of the tribute and signals that the ceremony continues without a break. Starting the host nation’s anthem right away preserves the formal tone and avoids unnecessary pauses that could disrupt the moment of recognition.

Why the other options don’t fit: repeating the foreign anthem would be redundant and delay the ceremony’s flow; stopping music would create an awkward gap in the tribute; ending the ceremony would be inappropriate during the musical portion, since the sequence is meant to continue with the host nation’s tribute.