Unit 2 The Universal Language 单元话题阅读理解练习-2024-2025学年高一英语选择性必修第一册单元重难点易错题精练（译林版2020）

Unit 2 The Universal Language 单元话题阅读理解练习 基础语篇巩固练 （24-25高一下·广西·期中）In our fast-paced world, music often serves as both a source of joy and stress. While it can uplift our spirits and provide comfort, it can also become overwhelming (令人不知所措的), especially when deadlines approach or pressures strengthen. That is music stress, a feeling of nervousness, worry, or unease that can come from listening to or playing music. Music stress can appear in different signs, ranging from physical reactions, such as headaches, to mental disturbances, such as anxiety and depression. In some ways, music stress is similar to more general experiences of stress. For example, both can cause effects such as headaches, and difficulty in concentrating. However, music stress is caused by a more specific form of factor-music, which tends to produce very specific types of reactions. For example, certain types of music can stir up an emotional response, such as sadness. This can lead to increased stress levels. Similarly, certain kinds of noise, like extremely loud or dissonant (刺耳的) sounds, can cause people to become overwhelmed. While this can be helpful for some purposes, such as creating a sense of tension in film, in some cases, it can be difficult to handle and might even contribute to heightened stress levels. In addition, music stress can also result from the psychological (心理的) context in which the music is heard or played. If someone is listening to music as a way to evade his or her current anxiety or panic, the music can create a feeling of disappointment or stress when it can not provide the expected effect or when they don’t listen mindfully. Understanding how music stress comes can help individuals better manage their stress levels. In general, an individual’s experience of music stress tends to depend on his or her personal preferences and psychological state of being at the time. If you have already been feeling stressed, it may be better to take a break from music entirely. 1．How does the author lead in the topic of the text? A．By sharing an experience. B．By giving a definition. C．By taking an example. D．By offering a solution. 2．What cause of music stress is talked about in paragraph 3? A．The environment. B．Listeners’ feelings. C．The music itself. D．Filmmakers’ state of mind. 3．What does the underlined word “evade” in paragraph 4 mean? A．Recognize. B．Imagine. C．Sense. D．Escape. 4．What can be the best title for the text? A．Music Can Sometimes Add to Your Stress B．The Power of Music: a Stress Reliever C．Music Stress Might Show Unusual Reactions D．The Science Behind Music: a Psychological State 【答案】1．B 2．C 3．D 4．A 【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章主要说明了音乐压力的定义，音乐压力以不同的迹象出现和对人们的影响。 1．推理判断题。根据第一段“In our fast-paced world, music often serves as both a source of joy and stress. While it can uplift our spirits and provide comfort, it can also become overwhelming (令人不知所措的), especially when deadlines approach or pressures strengthen. That is music stress, a feeling of nervousness, worry, or unease that can come from listening to or playing music.(在我们这个快节奏的世界里，音乐常常既是快乐的源泉，也是压力的源泉。虽然它可以振奋我们的精神，给我们带来安慰，但它也会让我们不堪重负，尤其是在最后期限临近或压力加大的时候。这就是音乐压力，一种紧张、担心或不安的感觉，可能来自于听音乐或演奏音乐)”可知，作者通过给出定义引出文章的主题。故选B。 2．主旨大意题。根据第三段“However, music stress is caused by a more specific form of factor-music, which tends to produce very specific types of reactions. For example, certain types of music can stir up an emotional response, such as sadness. This can lead to increased stress levels. Similarly, certain kinds of noise, like extremely loud or dissonant (刺耳的) sounds, can cause people to become overwhelmed. While this can be helpful for some purposes, such as creating a sense of tension in film, in some cases, it can be difficult to handle and might even contribute to heightened stress levels.(然而，音乐压力是由一种更具体的因素引起的——音乐，它往往会产生非常具体的反应。例如，某些类型的音乐可以激起情绪反应，比如悲伤。这会导致压力水平的增加。同样，某些类型的噪音，比如非常大的声音或不和谐的声音，会导致人们变得不知所措。虽然这对于某些目的是有帮助的，比如在电影中创造一种紧张感，但在某些情况下，这可能很难处理，甚至可能导致压力水平升高)”可知，第三段讨论了音乐压力的原因是音乐本身。故选C。 3．词句猜测题。根据划线词后文“his or her current anxiety or panic(他或她目前的焦虑或恐慌)”可知，人们通过听音乐来逃避目前的焦虑或恐慌。故划线词意思是“逃避”，与“Escape”同义。故选D。 4．主旨大意题。结合第一段“That is music stress, a feeling of nervousness, worry, or unease that can come from listening to or playing music.(这就是音乐压力，一种紧张、担心或不安的感觉，可能来自于听音乐或演奏音乐)”和后文主要说明了音乐压力的定义，音乐压力以不同的迹象出现和对人们的影响可知，A选项“音乐有时会增加你的压力”能概括文章主内容，最适合作文章标题。故选A。 （24-25高一下·广东中山·阶段练习）Miss Bianca Monica, a junior here at Marymount Manhattan College, is currently sifting (筛选) her way through New York City, working towards her dream of making rock music with high quality that you only hear occasionally. “It was a journey. I wanted to study a communications and learn how things work in the music industry.” explained Monica. This is a young lady who knows what she wants and is putting in the effort to achieve it. Born a Jersey girl, Monica knew she was made to be in New York. With the overpowering support Monica receives from her hometown, it’s obvious that such a backbone helps her step into the studio. At the young age of 14, Monica led a rock band. After the Robbery, the band saw hug success; they played numerous live performances around the city. Monica has also performed solo at the now-closed Angels and Kings. When asked about her choice of style, her eyes light up with a great passion. “When writing my new record, we tried doing the dance route, then I realized: this is not me. Rock is in my blood. I just love music that makes you feel like your whole soul is pouring out of your body.”voiced Monica. For a 21-year-old, Monica possesses the passion of someone who’s been writing music forever. Her musical style, with a heavy diet of that old rock and roll music, shares some similar features with 90s music. When the Jersey girl isn’t in her usual studio, you can find Monica hanging around, going to shows and enjoying the beauty of inspiration all around NYC． In late spring, Monica hopes to schedule a variety of shows to promote her new EP. While you still can, you simply cannot miss out on hearing this wonderfully talented rock star. 1．Why did Bianca Monica go to New York City? A．To enjoy a journey. B．To go after her dream. C．To open her own studio. D．To work in the music industry. 2．What encouraged Bianca Monica to go into the studio? A．The success of her band. B．The support from her hometown. C．Her passion for rock and roll music. D．Her solo performances at Angels and Kings. 3．What can we learn about Bianca Monica’s musical style? A．It is different from 90s music. B．It makes people feel inspired. C．It reflects the deep passion of other music writers. D．It has the characteristics of old rock and roll music. 4．What is the author’s purpose in writing this passage? A．To introduce the history of the rock music. B．To explore the best path to success for Monica. C．To draw the public’s attention to Monica’s music. D．To encourage young people to learn from Monica. 【答案】1．B 2．B 3．D 4．C 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了Bianca Monica追逐摇滚音乐梦想的故事。 1．细节理解题。根据第一段中“Miss Bianca Monica, a junior here at Marymount Manhattan College, is currently sifting(筛选) her way through New York City, working towards her dream of making rock music with high quality that you only hear occasionally. (Bianca Monica是玛丽蒙特曼哈顿学院的一名大三学生，她目前正在纽约市努力追寻自己的梦想，即创作出那种你偶尔才能听到的高质量摇滚音乐)”可知，Bianca Monica去纽约是为了追寻她的梦想。故选B。 2．细节理解题。根据第三段中“With the overpowering support Monica receives from her hometown, it’s obvious that such a backbone helps her step into the studio. (Monica得到了来自家乡的大力支持，显然这样的支持帮助她走进了录音室)”可知，来自家乡的支持鼓励了Bianca Monica走进录音室。故选B。 3．细节理解题。根据第六段中“Her musical style, with a heavy diet of that old rock and roll music, shares some similar features with 90s music. (她的音乐风格深受老式摇滚乐的影响，与90年代的音乐有一些相似之处)”可知，Bianca Monica的音乐风格具有老式摇滚乐的特点。故选D。 4．推理判断题。通读全文，尤其是根据最后一段中“While you still can, you simply cannot miss out on hearing this wonderfully talented rock star. (趁现在还有机会，你绝对不能错过聆听这位才华横溢的摇滚明星的音乐)”可推知，作者写这篇文章的目的是吸引公众对Monica音乐的关注。故选C。 （24-25高一下·福建·期中）Music is not just a set of sounds and rhythms. Its influence on the brain is much deeper than any other human experience. Keep on reading to know all about the amazing power of music. A recent study suggests that preterm (早产的) babies appear to experience less pain and feed more when listening to music. A team of experts led by Dr. Manoj Kumar of University of Alberta, Canada, found that music had a beneficial effect on reducing pain for preterm babies experiencing painful medical tests. It also appeared to benefit full-term babies during operations. Many people experiencing brain damage have speech and movement-related problems. Music can help them recover from brain injuries. As a different and effective treatment, doctors often advise such patients to listen to good music to improve the parts of the brain responsible for these two functions. When people with neurological (神经系统的) disorders hear a musical beat, it helps them to regain a balanced walk. Though music cannot make deafness disappear, it can really stave off the loss of hearing. There was an experiment involving 163 people where 74 were musicians. Participants were asked to pass some listening tests. Musicians heard the sounds better than non-musicians, and this difference got clearer with age. This means that a 70-year-old musician hears better than a 50-year-old non-musician, even in a noisy environment. Besides, music mends a broken heart. It is not about thrown-away love, but about a heart attack. The matter is that music can help people recover from a heart attack or a heart operation by reducing blood pressure, slowing down the heartbeat rate, and reducing anxiety. Listening to the quality music produces positive emotions, improves the movement of blood, and expands blood vessels, thus, promoting quick recovery of the whole cardiovascular (心血管的) system. 1．How does music affect preterm babies? A．It helps reduce their pain. B．It helps develop their potential in music. C．It helps improve their hearing systems. D．It helps repair their cardiovascular systems. 2．What does the underlined phrase “ stave off” in Paragraph 4 mean? A．Lead to. B．Increase. C．Prevent. D．Break into. 3．Why can music mend a broken heart? A．It can help patients recover in a slow way. B．It helps make a person feel optimistic all the time. C．It has a positive effect on human body systems’ work. D．It can help people prevent diseases caused by anxiety. 4．What may be the best title for text? A．Who can benefit from music. B．The best time to listen to music. C．The way to choose quality music. D．How music affects our mind and body. 【答案】1．A 2．C 3．C 4．D 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了音乐对大脑、身体等方面的积极影响。 1．细节理解题。根据第二段中“A recent study suggests that preterm (早产的) babies appear to experience less pain and feed more when listening to music.(最近的一项研究表明，早产儿在听音乐时似乎会经历更少的疼痛，并且吃得更多)”可知，音乐有助于减少早产儿的疼痛。故选A。 2．词句猜测题。根据划线单词所在的前半句“Though music cannot make deafness disappear(虽然音乐不能使耳聋消失)”以及下文“There was an experiment involving 163 people where 74 were musicians. Participants were asked to pass some listening tests. Musicians heard the sounds better than non-musicians, and this difference got clearer with age.(有一项实验涉及163人，其中74人是音乐家。实验要求参与者通过一些听力测试。结果显示，音乐家比非音乐家更能清晰地听到声音，而且这种差异随着年龄的增长变得更加明显)”可知，音乐虽不能消除失聪，但对听力有积极作用，可推测 stave off意思是 “防止”，即音乐能防止听力丧失。故选C。 3．细节理解题。根据最后一段中“The matter is that music can help people recover from a heart attack or a heart operation by reducing blood pressure, slowing down the heartbeat rate, and reducing anxiety. Listening to the quality music produces positive emotions, improves the movement of blood, and expands blood vessels, thus, promoting quick recovery of the whole cardiovascular (心血管的) system.(问题是，音乐可以通过降低血压、减慢心率和减轻焦虑来帮助人们从心脏病发作或心脏手术中恢复过来。聆听高品质的音乐能产生积极的情绪，促进血液循环，并扩张血管，从而有助于整个心血管系统迅速恢复健康。)”可知，音乐能帮助心脏病患者康复是因为它对人体系统的工作有积极的影响。故选C。 4．主旨大意题。根据第一段中“Music is not just a set of sounds and rhythms. Its influence on the brain is much deeper than any other human experience.(音乐不仅仅是一系列的声音和节奏。它对大脑的影响比任何其他人类体验都要深刻得多)”以及全文可知，文章主要讲述了音乐对大脑和身体的深远影响，包括对早产儿、脑损伤患者、听力和心脏健康的益处。可知，D选项“音乐如何影响我们的身心”最符合文章标题。故选D。 （24-25高一下·福建福州·期中）Grammy Awards don’t only go to the people who produce and perform songs. This year the 2024 Music Educator Award went to Annie Ray, a music teacher at a high school in Virginia, for her efforts to make music accessible to all students, particularly those with disabilities. However, in the award ceremony, she gave the credit to her students. Inspired mostly by the diversity of the Annandale community including over 60 countries, Ray created an orchestra for students with severe intellectual (智力的) and developmental disabilities. The orchestra is about much more than just making music. Ray says the program gives students a chance to develop their collaboration skills, make mistakes and learn the art of refining something. And they teach her a lot in return — more than she could ever teach them. She says her students completely changed her educational philosophy and approach. “I believe they have a really powerful message to share with everyone, and especially with how we approach music education and what that looks like,” she added. Ray says the success was especially meaningful because not many people understand what exactly music educators do in the classroom or how much their work matters. While her administration is supportive, another challenge is that her school “desperately” needs new instruments. Ray says she will use some of her grant money to buy more. Ray plans to put some of the money towards an ongoing scholarship for students who want to pursue music when they graduate. She knows of several who want to go into music education themselves, which she finds especially rewarding. “It is a hard profession, but it’s one that is really, deeply personal and satisfying,” Ray said. “And there’s nothing else like it.” 1．Why did Ray win the 2024 Music Educator Award? A．Because of her pioneering teaching philosophy. B．Because of her great musical talent. C．Because of her outstanding education contribution. D．Because of her extraordinary personal style. 2．What is the orchestra eager for? A．New instruments. B．Support from school. C．Students’ participation. D．Money from the government. 3．Which of the following is satisfying to Ray? A．More students majoring in music. B．More graduates into teaching music. C．More awards for music educators. D．More parents joining the orchestra. 【答案】1．C 2．A 3．B 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了音乐教师安妮·雷因致力于让所有学生，尤其是残障学生接触音乐而获得2024年音乐教育奖，并分享了她的教育理念与未来计划。 1．细节理解题。根据第一段中“This year the 2024 Music Educator Award went to Annie Ray, a music teacher at a high school in Virginia, for her efforts to make music accessible to all students, particularly those with disabilities.(今年，2024 年音乐教育奖授予了弗吉尼亚州一所高中的音乐教师安妮·雷，因为她努力让所有学生都能接触到音乐，特别是那些残疾学生)”可知，安妮·雷因其在音乐教育方面的杰出贡献而获得了2024年音乐教育家奖。故选C。 2．细节理解题。根据第四段中“While her administration is supportive, another challenge is that her school ‘desperately’ needs new instruments. Ray says she will use some of her grant money to buy more.(虽然她的学校管理部门给予了支持，但另一个挑战是她的学校‘迫切’需要新乐器。雷说她将用她的一些奖金来购买更多的乐器)”可知，管弦乐队迫切需要新乐器。故选A。 3．细节理解题。根据第五段中“She knows of several who want to go into music education themselves, which she finds especially rewarding.(她知道有几个学生自己想从事音乐教育工作，她觉得这特别有意义)”可知，让雷感到满足的是有更多的毕业生从事音乐教学工作。故选B。 （24-25高一下·广东·期中）Whether you enjoy rocking out with metal fans or dancing to electronic beats, the music festivals of 2025 have something for you. Here is a guide to some of the exciting events you shouldn't overlook.Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival When: April 11-13 and April 18-20 Where: Indio, California Coachella is known as the most charming music festival, attracting both music lovers and celebrities (名人). Held over two weekends in the beautiful Colorado Desert, it's famous for stylish outfits and a star-studded lineup.Wide Awake Festival When: May 23 Where: Brockwell Park, London Wide Awake is back in South London, offering a day filled with exciting electronic and indie music. The festival focuses on eco-friendly practices and community spirit. This year's lineup includes a Northern Irish hip-hop star group and a famous country-rock artist.Glastonbury Festival When: June 25-29 Where: Worthy Farm, Somerset Glastonbury is a must-visit for music fans, famed for its unique atmosphere and diverse activities. Held on a historic farm, it combines a spirit of peace and love with a wide range of star performances. While the full acting lineup is not yet announced and remains a secret, it's confirmed that it is a star gathering.Sziget Festival When: August 6-11 Where: Obudai-sziget, Budapest, Hungary Sziget, located on an island in the Danube River, offers more than just music. With an energetic atmosphere and performances by famous stars, it promises to be a highlight of 2025. This year, the festival introduces a new Night Quarter for dancing until dawn. 1．Which festival would attract environmentalists most? A．Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival. B．Wide Awake Festival. C．Glastonbury Festival. D．Sziget Festival. 2．What do we know about Glastonbury Festival in 2025? A．It lacks fame. B．It is held on an island. C．Its performers are not made public yet. D．Its dancing performances end at dawn. 3．What do the four festivals have in common? A．They last a week. B．They have stars to join in. C．They take place in Britain. D．They focus on community spirit. 【答案】1．B 2．C 3．B 【导语】本文是一篇应用文，主要介绍了2025年四个不同风格的音乐节的时间、地点及特色。 1．细节理解题。根据Wide Awake Festival部分的“Wide Awake is back in South London, offering a day filled with exciting electronic and indie music. The festival focuses on eco-friendly practices and community spirit. (Wide Awake回到了伦敦南部，提供了一个充满激动人心的电子和独立音乐的日子。这个节日的重点是环保实践和社区精神。)”可知，该音乐节最可能吸引环保主义者。其他音乐节未提及环保相关内容。故选B。 2．细节理解题。根据Glastonbury Festival部分的“While the full acting lineup is not yet announced and remains a secret, it's confirmed that it is a star gathering. (虽然完整的演员阵容还没有公布，而且仍然是一个秘密，但可以肯定的是，这是一次明星聚会。)”可知，格拉斯顿伯里音乐节的表演者信息未公开。故选C。 3．细节理解题。根据Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival部分的“Coachella is known as the most charming music festival, attracting both music lovers and celebrities (名人). (科切拉被称为最具魅力的音乐节，吸引了音乐爱好者和名人。)”；Wide Awake Festival部分的“This year's lineup includes a Northern Irish hip-hop star group and a famous country-rock artist. (今年的演出阵容包括一个北爱尔兰嘻哈明星团体和一位著名的乡村摇滚艺术家。)”；Glastonbury Festival部分的“Held on a historic farm, it combines a spirit of peace and love with a wide range of star performances. (在一个历史悠久的农场举行，它结合了和平与爱的精神和广泛的明星表演。)”；Sziget Festival部分的“With an energetic atmosphere and performances by famous stars, it promises to be a highlight of 2025. (充满活力的氛围和著名明星的表演，有望成为2025年的亮点。)”可知，四个音乐节的共同点是均有明星参与。故选B。 （24-25高一下·福建三明·期中）When concert pianist Paul Barton moved to Thailand, little could he have expected where life would take him. Instead of performing for classical music lovers on stage, Barton’s audience are old and injured elephants. He spends his time playing everything from Bach to Beethoven to these huge animals. The idea first came to Barton while he made a YouTube video in Thailand. It was there that the elephant-lover found out about Elephants World. This sanctuary (保护区) cares for old, injured and disabled elephants. After contacting the manager, Barton decided to give his first concert. What happened was something he would never forget. “The first time I played the piano at Elephants World, a blind elephant called Plara was having his breakfast. But when he heard the music, he suddenly stopped eating his food and stayed still all through the music. Plara was not the only one,” shares Barton. The piano “concerts” are held in the open. Elephants are not forced to listen. In fact, Barton notes that the music itself appears to attract them, as many come closer for a listen. Some move slowly to the song. Some hold their trunk (象鼻) in their mouth as they listen, and others even put their trunk on the piano and begin to sing along. For Barton, this work is part of an effort to attend to these huge animals. Their stress and pain will disappear as they listen to music. “All I can think of is that we work to make the lives of elephants better in the ways we can,” explains Barton. “Elephants are emotional animals. There’s a special connection between us. We’re communicating with each other in a different language.” Barton has posted videos of these amazing moments to his YouTube, which has over 300,000 followers. Each of the videos is a moving look at how music influences these animals. Barton’s work is a bridge that brings together humans and animals. 1．What does Barton try to do in Thailand? A．He teaches music to classical music lovers B．He gives concerts to animal health workers. C．He plays classical music to weak elephants. D．He performs music in local elephant shows. 2．What does Barton want to say by sharing his experience at Elephants World? A．He enjoys sharing his stories online. B．Elephants show great interest in his music. C．He is inspired by elephants to create new music. D．The living conditions at Elephants World are terrible. 3．Why does Barton carry out such an activity at Elephants World? A．To give comfort to the elephants suffering. B．To call for material support for the organization. C．To attract more people to his YouTube videos. D．To show elephants can understand humans through music. 4．How does the author find Barton’s “concerts”? A．Boring. B．Shocking. C．Worrying. D．Beneficial 【答案】1．C 2．B 3．A 4．D 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了钢琴家巴顿为泰国保护区大象演奏音乐的故事。 1．细节理解题。根据第一段中“Instead of performing for classical music lovers on stage, Barton’s audience are old and injured elephants. He spends his time playing everything from Bach to Beethoven to these huge animals. (巴顿的听众不是舞台上的古典音乐爱好者，而是年老受伤的大象。他花时间为这些庞大的动物演奏从巴赫到贝多芬的各种音乐。)”可知，巴顿在泰国为虚弱的大象演奏古典音乐。故选C。 2．推理判断题。根据第二段中“The first time I played the piano at Elephants World, a blind elephant called Plara was having his breakfast. But when he heard the music, he suddenly stopped eating his food and stayed still all through the music. Plara was not the only one,” shares Barton. (巴顿分享道：“我第一次在大象世界弹钢琴时，一头名叫普拉的盲象正在吃早餐。但当它听到音乐时，它突然停止进食，在整个音乐过程中一动不动。普拉不是唯一这样的大象。”)”可推断，巴顿分享他在大象世界的经历是想表明大象对他的音乐很感兴趣。故选B。 3．细节理解题。根据第四段中“Their stress and pain will disappear as they listen to music. “All I can think of is that we work to make the lives of elephants better in the ways we can,” explains Barton. (当它们听音乐时，它们的压力和痛苦会消失。巴顿解释说：“我所能想到的就是我们努力用我们能做到的方式让大象的生活变得更好。”)”可知，巴顿在大象世界开展这样的活动是为了安慰受苦的大象。故选A。 4．推理判断题。根据最后一段中“Barton’s work is a bridge that brings together humans and animals.(巴顿的工作是连接人类和动物的桥梁。)”可推断，作者认为巴顿的“音乐会”是有益的。故选 D。 （24-25高一下·陕西咸阳·期中）Learning to play a musical instrument can be more than just an enjoyable hobby. Whether it’s playing the piano, taking some guitar lessons, joining your school band, or starting a rock group, playing a musical instrument may help improve your mind. If people wonder what you’re up to, tell them you’re doing something important. You may be making yourself a little bit smarter. A new study shows that young children who learn to sing or play a musical instrument might have a slight advantage over those who don’t take music lessons. The study focused on 132 first graders in Canada. The researchers, from the University of Toronto at Mississauga, randomly (随机) put the students into three groups. One group took weekly lessons with instruments, such as violin and piano. The second group took singing lessons. The third group went to drama class. All the participants (参与者) took IQ tests at the beginning and at the end of the first grade. Overall, average scores went up for all groups. But kids who took piano or violin lessons scored higher marks. Their IQ scores went up 7.0 points on average, compared with 4.3 points for kids in the other two groups. The difference may seem small, and the music students probably won’t end up getting higher grades or having greater success later in life. Even so, the researchers believe the results are still meaningful. Playing a musical instrument requires kids to pay more attention and memorize things. The process of reading music and mastering finger placement is connected with fine motor skills and even better hand eye coordination (协调) .These types of experiences may have positive effects on the developing brains of young people So, why not pick up an instrument like a guitar or violin? It’s a great way to improve yourself and bring more music into the world. After all, who wouldn’t want to make the world sound better? 1．What happened to the first group of students at the end of the first grade? A．They disliked other after-school activities. B．They fell in love with musical instruments. C．They scored higher marks in the music test. D．They had a bigger increase in their IQ scores. 2．What can we infer from paragraph 5? A．The music students are sure to achieve success. B．It is a must for students to practice coordination. C．Playing music is a powerful tool for brain development. D．The result of the experiment makes little sense in real life. 3．What is the author’s opinion about picking up a musical instrument? A．It is worthwhile. B．It shows one’s character. C．It takes much time. D．It is popular on campus 4．What is the text mainly about? A．Singing lessons. B．A scientific study. C．College students. D．A training program 【答案】1．D 2．C 3．A 4．B 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。多伦多大学的一项研究表明演奏乐器有益于学生的心智发展。 1．细节理解题。根据第四段“All the participants (参与者) took IQ tests at the beginning and at the end of the first grade. Overall, average scores went up for all groups. But kids who took piano or violin lessons scored higher marks. Their IQ scores went up 7.0 points on average, compared with 4.3 points for kids in the other two groups.(所有参与者在一年级开始和结束时都参加了智商测试。总体而言，所有组的平均分数都有所提高。但是上钢琴或小提琴课的孩子得分更高。他们的智商分数平均提高了7.0分，而其他两组孩子的智商分数平均提高了4.3 分。)”可知，第一组（上乐器课的组）的学生在一年级结束时，他们的智商分数有更大的提升。故选D。 2．推理判断题。根据第五段“Even so, the researchers believe the results are still meaningful. Playing a musical instrument requires kids to pay more attention and memorize things. The process of reading music and mastering finger placement is connected with fine motor skills and even better hand eye coordination (协调) .These types of experiences may have positive effects on the developing brains of young people(即便如此，研究人员认为这些结果仍然是有意义的。演奏乐器需要孩子们更加专注并记住一些东西。识谱和掌握手指位置的过程与精细运动技能甚至更好的手眼协调能力相关。这些类型的经历可能对年轻人正在发育的大脑产生积极影响。)”可知，演奏音乐对于大脑的发育是一个强有力的工具。故选C。 3．推理判断题。根据最后一段“So, why not pick up an instrument like a guitar or violin? It’s a great way to improve yourself and bring more music into the world. After all, who wouldn’t want to make the world sound better?(那么，为什么不拿起一把像吉他或小提琴这样的乐器呢？这是提升自己并为世界带来更多音乐的好方法。毕竟，谁不想让世界听起来更美好呢？)”可知，作者认为学习一种乐器是值得的，是提升自己的好方式。故选A。 4．推理判断题。通读全文可知，文章主要围绕一项关于学习乐器对孩子影响的研究展开，介绍了研究的对象（132 名加拿大一年级学生）、分组情况（乐器组、唱歌组、戏剧组）、研究结果（学习乐器的孩子智商提升更明显）以及研究结论（演奏乐器对大脑发育有积极影响）等内容。所以文章主要是关于一项科学研究。故选B。 （24-25高一下·陕西榆林·期中）Humans aren’t the only animals that move to music. Parrots have been known to do it. And now rats have been observed moving their heads in time with the tunes of Mozart, Lady Gaga, Michael Jackson and others, according to a new study from the University of Tokyo. What’s more, the rats seems to respond to the same beats that get humans’ feet tapping (轻跺). The researchers played a sonata by Mozart for lab rats at different variations (变更) of the original speed: 75%, 100%, 200% and 400%. Wireless sensors (感应器) on the rats’ bodies tracked their movements. Meanwhile,20 human participants were involved and listened to the same music through motion sensor-equipped headphones. It was observed that the rats’ head movements were the most obvious when the music played at its normal speed, which was around 132 bpm (beats per minute). The same was true for human participants. The researchers then changed to some pop songs such as Lady Gaga’s “Born This Way” and Michael Jackson’s “Beat It”. As with Mozart’s, rats moved their heads along the rhythm of pop songs, similar to how people do, at about 120 to 140 bpm. The study showed that both rats and humans moved their heads along to the beat in a similar rhythm. The level of head bopping from both humans and rats decreased as the music sped up. The study suggests that there is something similar about the way human and rat brains respond to rhythm, but rats do not match their motions to the beat like humans do. Humans can predict the timing of a beat and move predictably to it. Aniruddh Patel, a psychologist who studies brain response to music, says humans and parrots respond to beats with big, voluntary movements such as head shaking, dancing or foot tapping. Patel also stresses that this study does not show that rats have the same emotional associations with music as humans do. Yet he believes it could help reveal how humans and some other animals evolved a sense of rhythm. 1．At which speed would rats show the clearest movements? A．75 bpm. B．100 bpm. C．132 bpm. D．150 bpm. 2．How do rats differ from humans in response to music? A．They seem more interested in pop music. B．They make similar movements to different rhythms. C．They prefer moving their heads with the beat. D．They are unable to predict the beat of music. 3．What is Patel’s attitude towards the study? A．Uncaring. B．Doubtful. C．Positive. D．Disapproving. 4．What is the text mainly about? A．Rats may respond to music like human do. B．Humans are the only animals that move to music. C．Music is attractive to rats. D．Music affects rats’ brains. 【答案】1．C 2．D 3．C 4．A 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要讲述了老鼠能对人类音乐做出反应。 1．细节理解题。根据第三段“It was observed that the rats’ head movements were the most obvious when the music played at its normal speed, which was around 132 bpm (beats per minute). (据观察，当音乐以正常速度播放时，即每分钟132拍左右老鼠的头部动作最为明显。)”可知，老鼠在每分钟132拍时表现出最清晰的动作。故选C。 2．细节理解题。根据第四段中的“The study suggests that there is something similar about the way human and rat brains respond to rhythm, but rats do not match their motions to the beat like humans do. Humans can predict the timing of a beat and move predictably to it. (这项研究表明，人类和老鼠的大脑对节奏的反应有一些相似之处，但老鼠的动作不像人类那样与节奏相匹配。人类可以预测节拍的时间，并根据节拍做出相应的动作)”可知，老鼠与人类对音乐反应的不同之处在于老鼠不能预测音乐的节奏。故选D。 3．推理判断题。根据最后一段“Aniruddh Patel, a psychologist who studies brain response to music, says humans and parrots respond to beats with big, voluntary movements such as head shaking, dancing or foot tapping. Patel also stresses that this study does not show that rats have the same emotional associations with music as humans do. Yet he believes it could help reveal how humans and some other animals evolved a sense of rhythm. (研究大脑对音乐反应的心理学家Aniruddh Patel说，人类和鹦鹉对节拍的反应是剧烈的、自发的动作，比如摇头、跳舞或跺脚。Patel还强调，这项研究并没有表明老鼠与人类一样对音乐有同样的情感联系。但他相信，这可能有助于揭示人类和其他一些动物是如何进化出节奏感的)”可推知，Patel对这项研究的态度是积极的。故选C。 4．主旨大意题。根据第一段“Humans aren’t the only animals that move to music. Parrots have been known to do it. And now rats have been observed moving their heads in time with the tunes of Mozart, Lady Gaga, Michael Jackson and others, according to a new study from the University of Tokyo. What’s more, the rats seems to respond to the same beats that get humans’ feet tapping (轻跺). (人类并不是唯一会随着音乐起舞的动物。人们知道鹦鹉会这么做。现在，根据东京大学的一项新研究，人们已经观察到老鼠随着莫扎特、Lady Gaga、迈克尔·杰克逊等人的音乐节拍摇头。更重要的是，老鼠似乎对人类跺脚的节奏有同样的反应)”结合本文主要讲日本东京大学的一项研究发现，老鼠也能感知音乐的节拍，并且像人类一样在听到有节奏的音乐时会随之摇头晃脑可知，这篇文章主要是关于老鼠对音乐的反应可能和人类一样。故选A。 重难语篇拔高练 （24-25高一下·广东广州·期中）What comes to mind when you hear the term “classical music”? For some, it’s just relaxing background music; for others, it touches something deep within their hearts. In fact, classical music is full of layers and surprises, so there are countless ways to enjoy it. As a music teacher, I encourage everyone to try “conscious listening” — paying full attention to uncover the fun and creativity hidden in the music. The first step to a conscious listening experience is learning mindfulness: being fully attentive in the moment. Mindfulness is more than letting the sound wash over us; it’s about opening up to the big picture with a nonjudgmental mind, which in the long term enhances our capacity for complex concepts and problem-solving, leading to better judgment and decisions. Finding mindfulness in daily life is not always easy. An audience member whispering or flipping pages from a booklet during a live performance can throw the musicians off and frustrate others. Noise pollution and social media also create disturbance to our listening powers that can threaten our health, gradually increasing our anxiety and emotional disconnection. Breathwork is one of the most common methods of developing mindfulness. A better way to ease in is to first engage emotionally with rich music. Then, allow the flow of energy to lead to tension and release, creating expectation and then fulfilling it, naturally causing inhales (吸气) and exhales after multiple listens. This is exactly what listening to musical harmony (和声) does. Research shows that music pleasure emerges from the interaction between our expectation of upcoming sound through our reward system and the actual pleasing sound itself. Forget easygoing simple background music. Try following the multiple voices in J. S. Bach’s compositions that inspire mental calm and clarity through their interactions. Or sense the emotional tension and release patterns in the harmonies of Sergei Rachmaninoff. Classical music demands a higher level of awareness and offers richer rewards. Then, the surrounding noise melts away. Listening to music can fell like having a companion on a journey who is guiding you through each moment of mindfulness. It is easier to become mindful when focusing on the flow of the music instead of seeking absolute quiet. 1．How does long-term mindfulness practice benefit listeners? A．By enhancing relaxation effects. B．By improving social interaction. C．By increasing musical appreciation. D．By strengthening advanced reasoning skills. 2．What major challenge to mindful listening is highlighted in paragraph 3? A．A critic mentality about music. B．The capacity for complex concepts. C．Performers inappropriate behaviors. D．Distractions from noise and technology. 3．Why does the author recommend Bach and Rachmaninoff’s works? A．They are universally considered easygoing music. B．Their works are the most accessible for beginners. C．They represent the most technically demanding pieces. D．Their compositions best demonstrate emotional patterns. 4．What is the author’s purpose in writing the text? A．To enable music listeners to engage deeply. B．To highlight the advantages of mindfulness. C．To convey personal views on classical music. D．To introduce a new method for concentration. 【答案】1．D 2．D 3．D 4．A 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要讲述了如何通过“有意识的聆听”来深入体验古典音乐的魅力。 1．细节理解题。根据第二段中“Mindfulness is more than letting the sound wash over us; it’s about opening up to the big picture with a nonjudgmental mind, which in the long term enhances our capacity for complex concepts and problem-solving, leading to better judgment and decisions.(正念不仅仅是让声音冲刷我们；它是关于以一种不评判的心态去打开全局，从长远来看，它能增强我们处理复杂概念和解决问题的能力，从而带来更好的判断和决策)”可知，长期的正念练习能增强听众的高级推理能力。故选D。 2．细节理解题。根据第三段中“Noise pollution and social media also create disturbance to our listening powers that can threaten our health, gradually increasing our anxiety and emotional disconnection.(噪音污染和社交媒体也会对我们的听力造成干扰，从而威胁我们的健康，逐渐增加我们的焦虑和情感隔阂)”可知，第三段强调了噪音和技术对专注聆听的干扰这一主要挑战。故选D。 3．推理判断题。根据倒数第二段中“Try following the multiple voices in J. S. Bach’s compositions that inspire mental calm and clarity through their interactions. Or sense the emotional tension and release patterns in the harmonies of Sergei Rachmaninoff.(试着跟随巴赫作品中的多个声部，它们通过相互作用激发心灵的平静和清晰。或者感受谢尔盖·拉赫玛尼诺夫和声中的情感张力和释放模式)”可知，作者推荐巴赫和拉赫玛尼诺夫的作品是因为他们的作品最能体现情感模式。故选D。 4．推理判断题。根据第一段中“As a music teacher, I encourage everyone to try “conscious listening” — paying full attention to uncover the fun and creativity hidden in the music.(作为一名音乐教师，我鼓励每个人都尝试“有意识的聆听”——全神贯注地去发现音乐中隐藏的乐趣和创造力)”以及下文对“有意识的聆听”的介绍可知，作者写这篇文章的目的是让音乐听众能够深入参与。故选A。 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $$ Unit 2 The Universal Language 单元话题阅读理解练习 基础语篇巩固练 （24-25高一下·广西·期中）In our fast-paced world, music often serves as both a source of joy and stress. While it can uplift our spirits and provide comfort, it can also become overwhelming (令人不知所措的), especially when deadlines approach or pressures strengthen. That is music stress, a feeling of nervousness, worry, or unease that can come from listening to or playing music. Music stress can appear in different signs, ranging from physical reactions, such as headaches, to mental disturbances, such as anxiety and depression. In some ways, music stress is similar to more general experiences of stress. For example, both can cause effects such as headaches, and difficulty in concentrating. However, music stress is caused by a more specific form of factor-music, which tends to produce very specific types of reactions. For example, certain types of music can stir up an emotional response, such as sadness. This can lead to increased stress levels. Similarly, certain kinds of noise, like extremely loud or dissonant (刺耳的) sounds, can cause people to become overwhelmed. While this can be helpful for some purposes, such as creating a sense of tension in film, in some cases, it can be difficult to handle and might even contribute to heightened stress levels. In addition, music stress can also result from the psychological (心理的) context in which the music is heard or played. If someone is listening to music as a way to evade his or her current anxiety or panic, the music can create a feeling of disappointment or stress when it can not provide the expected effect or when they don’t listen mindfully. Understanding how music stress comes can help individuals better manage their stress levels. In general, an individual’s experience of music stress tends to depend on his or her personal preferences and psychological state of being at the time. If you have already been feeling stressed, it may be better to take a break from music entirely. 1．How does the author lead in the topic of the text? A．By sharing an experience. B．By giving a definition. C．By taking an example. D．By offering a solution. 2．What cause of music stress is talked about in paragraph 3? A．The environment. B．Listeners’ feelings. C．The music itself. D．Filmmakers’ state of mind. 3．What does the underlined word “evade” in paragraph 4 mean? A．Recognize. B．Imagine. C．Sense. D．Escape. 4．What can be the best title for the text? A．Music Can Sometimes Add to Your Stress B．The Power of Music: a Stress Reliever C．Music Stress Might Show Unusual Reactions D．The Science Behind Music: a Psychological State （24-25高一下·广东中山·阶段练习）Miss Bianca Monica, a junior here at Marymount Manhattan College, is currently sifting (筛选) her way through New York City, working towards her dream of making rock music with high quality that you only hear occasionally. “It was a journey. I wanted to study a communications and learn how things work in the music industry.” explained Monica. This is a young lady who knows what she wants and is putting in the effort to achieve it. Born a Jersey girl, Monica knew she was made to be in New York. With the overpowering support Monica receives from her hometown, it’s obvious that such a backbone helps her step into the studio. At the young age of 14, Monica led a rock band. After the Robbery, the band saw hug success; they played numerous live performances around the city. Monica has also performed solo at the now-closed Angels and Kings. When asked about her choice of style, her eyes light up with a great passion. “When writing my new record, we tried doing the dance route, then I realized: this is not me. Rock is in my blood. I just love music that makes you feel like your whole soul is pouring out of your body.”voiced Monica. For a 21-year-old, Monica possesses the passion of someone who’s been writing music forever. Her musical style, with a heavy diet of that old rock and roll music, shares some similar features with 90s music. When the Jersey girl isn’t in her usual studio, you can find Monica hanging around, going to shows and enjoying the beauty of inspiration all around NYC． In late spring, Monica hopes to schedule a variety of shows to promote her new EP. While you still can, you simply cannot miss out on hearing this wonderfully talented rock star. 1．Why did Bianca Monica go to New York City? A．To enjoy a journey. B．To go after her dream. C．To open her own studio. D．To work in the music industry. 2．What encouraged Bianca Monica to go into the studio? A．The success of her band. B．The support from her hometown. C．Her passion for rock and roll music. D．Her solo performances at Angels and Kings. 3．What can we learn about Bianca Monica’s musical style? A．It is different from 90s music. B．It makes people feel inspired. C．It reflects the deep passion of other music writers. D．It has the characteristics of old rock and roll music. 4．What is the author’s purpose in writing this passage? A．To introduce the history of the rock music. B．To explore the best path to success for Monica. C．To draw the public’s attention to Monica’s music. D．To encourage young people to learn from Monica. （24-25高一下·福建·期中）Music is not just a set of sounds and rhythms. Its influence on the brain is much deeper than any other human experience. Keep on reading to know all about the amazing power of music. A recent study suggests that preterm (早产的) babies appear to experience less pain and feed more when listening to music. A team of experts led by Dr. Manoj Kumar of University of Alberta, Canada, found that music had a beneficial effect on reducing pain for preterm babies experiencing painful medical tests. It also appeared to benefit full-term babies during operations. Many people experiencing brain damage have speech and movement-related problems. Music can help them recover from brain injuries. As a different and effective treatment, doctors often advise such patients to listen to good music to improve the parts of the brain responsible for these two functions. When people with neurological (神经系统的) disorders hear a musical beat, it helps them to regain a balanced walk. Though music cannot make deafness disappear, it can really stave off the loss of hearing. There was an experiment involving 163 people where 74 were musicians. Participants were asked to pass some listening tests. Musicians heard the sounds better than non-musicians, and this difference got clearer with age. This means that a 70-year-old musician hears better than a 50-year-old non-musician, even in a noisy environment. Besides, music mends a broken heart. It is not about thrown-away love, but about a heart attack. The matter is that music can help people recover from a heart attack or a heart operation by reducing blood pressure, slowing down the heartbeat rate, and reducing anxiety. Listening to the quality music produces positive emotions, improves the movement of blood, and expands blood vessels, thus, promoting quick recovery of the whole cardiovascular (心血管的) system. 1．How does music affect preterm babies? A．It helps reduce their pain. B．It helps develop their potential in music. C．It helps improve their hearing systems. D．It helps repair their cardiovascular systems. 2．What does the underlined phrase “ stave off” in Paragraph 4 mean? A．Lead to. B．Increase. C．Prevent. D．Break into. 3．Why can music mend a broken heart? A．It can help patients recover in a slow way. B．It helps make a person feel optimistic all the time. C．It has a positive effect on human body systems’ work. D．It can help people prevent diseases caused by anxiety. 4．What may be the best title for text? A．Who can benefit from music. B．The best time to listen to music. C．The way to choose quality music. D．How music affects our mind and body. （24-25高一下·福建福州·期中）Grammy Awards don’t only go to the people who produce and perform songs. This year the 2024 Music Educator Award went to Annie Ray, a music teacher at a high school in Virginia, for her efforts to make music accessible to all students, particularly those with disabilities. However, in the award ceremony, she gave the credit to her students. Inspired mostly by the diversity of the Annandale community including over 60 countries, Ray created an orchestra for students with severe intellectual (智力的) and developmental disabilities. The orchestra is about much more than just making music. Ray says the program gives students a chance to develop their collaboration skills, make mistakes and learn the art of refining something. And they teach her a lot in return — more than she could ever teach them. She says her students completely changed her educational philosophy and approach. “I believe they have a really powerful message to share with everyone, and especially with how we approach music education and what that looks like,” she added. Ray says the success was especially meaningful because not many people understand what exactly music educators do in the classroom or how much their work matters. While her administration is supportive, another challenge is that her school “desperately” needs new instruments. Ray says she will use some of her grant money to buy more. Ray plans to put some of the money towards an ongoing scholarship for students who want to pursue music when they graduate. She knows of several who want to go into music education themselves, which she finds especially rewarding. “It is a hard profession, but it’s one that is really, deeply personal and satisfying,” Ray said. “And there’s nothing else like it.” 1．Why did Ray win the 2024 Music Educator Award? A．Because of her pioneering teaching philosophy. B．Because of her great musical talent. C．Because of her outstanding education contribution. D．Because of her extraordinary personal style. 2．What is the orchestra eager for? A．New instruments. B．Support from school. C．Students’ participation. D．Money from the government. 3．Which of the following is satisfying to Ray? A．More students majoring in music. B．More graduates into teaching music. C．More awards for music educators. D．More parents joining the orchestra. （24-25高一下·广东·期中）Whether you enjoy rocking out with metal fans or dancing to electronic beats, the music festivals of 2025 have something for you. Here is a guide to some of the exciting events you shouldn't overlook.Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival When: April 11-13 and April 18-20 Where: Indio, California Coachella is known as the most charming music festival, attracting both music lovers and celebrities (名人). Held over two weekends in the beautiful Colorado Desert, it's famous for stylish outfits and a star-studded lineup.Wide Awake Festival When: May 23 Where: Brockwell Park, London Wide Awake is back in South London, offering a day filled with exciting electronic and indie music. The festival focuses on eco-friendly practices and community spirit. This year's lineup includes a Northern Irish hip-hop star group and a famous country-rock artist.Glastonbury Festival When: June 25-29 Where: Worthy Farm, Somerset Glastonbury is a must-visit for music fans, famed for its unique atmosphere and diverse activities. Held on a historic farm, it combines a spirit of peace and love with a wide range of star performances. While the full acting lineup is not yet announced and remains a secret, it's confirmed that it is a star gathering.Sziget Festival When: August 6-11 Where: Obudai-sziget, Budapest, Hungary Sziget, located on an island in the Danube River, offers more than just music. With an energetic atmosphere and performances by famous stars, it promises to be a highlight of 2025. This year, the festival introduces a new Night Quarter for dancing until dawn. 1．Which festival would attract environmentalists most? A．Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival. B．Wide Awake Festival. C．Glastonbury Festival. D．Sziget Festival. 2．What do we know about Glastonbury Festival in 2025? A．It lacks fame. B．It is held on an island. C．Its performers are not made public yet. D．Its dancing performances end at dawn. 3．What do the four festivals have in common? A．They last a week. B．They have stars to join in. C．They take place in Britain. D．They focus on community spirit. （24-25高一下·福建三明·期中）When concert pianist Paul Barton moved to Thailand, little could he have expected where life would take him. Instead of performing for classical music lovers on stage, Barton’s audience are old and injured elephants. He spends his time playing everything from Bach to Beethoven to these huge animals. The idea first came to Barton while he made a YouTube video in Thailand. It was there that the elephant-lover found out about Elephants World. This sanctuary (保护区) cares for old, injured and disabled elephants. After contacting the manager, Barton decided to give his first concert. What happened was something he would never forget. “The first time I played the piano at Elephants World, a blind elephant called Plara was having his breakfast. But when he heard the music, he suddenly stopped eating his food and stayed still all through the music. Plara was not the only one,” shares Barton. The piano “concerts” are held in the open. Elephants are not forced to listen. In fact, Barton notes that the music itself appears to attract them, as many come closer for a listen. Some move slowly to the song. Some hold their trunk (象鼻) in their mouth as they listen, and others even put their trunk on the piano and begin to sing along. For Barton, this work is part of an effort to attend to these huge animals. Their stress and pain will disappear as they listen to music. “All I can think of is that we work to make the lives of elephants better in the ways we can,” explains Barton. “Elephants are emotional animals. There’s a special connection between us. We’re communicating with each other in a different language.” Barton has posted videos of these amazing moments to his YouTube, which has over 300,000 followers. Each of the videos is a moving look at how music influences these animals. Barton’s work is a bridge that brings together humans and animals. 1．What does Barton try to do in Thailand? A．He teaches music to classical music lovers B．He gives concerts to animal health workers. C．He plays classical music to weak elephants. D．He performs music in local elephant shows. 2．What does Barton want to say by sharing his experience at Elephants World? A．He enjoys sharing his stories online. B．Elephants show great interest in his music. C．He is inspired by elephants to create new music. D．The living conditions at Elephants World are terrible. 3．Why does Barton carry out such an activity at Elephants World? A．To give comfort to the elephants suffering. B．To call for material support for the organization. C．To attract more people to his YouTube videos. D．To show elephants can understand humans through music. 4．How does the author find Barton’s “concerts”? A．Boring. B．Shocking. C．Worrying. D．Beneficial （24-25高一下·陕西咸阳·期中）Learning to play a musical instrument can be more than just an enjoyable hobby. Whether it’s playing the piano, taking some guitar lessons, joining your school band, or starting a rock group, playing a musical instrument may help improve your mind. If people wonder what you’re up to, tell them you’re doing something important. You may be making yourself a little bit smarter. A new study shows that young children who learn to sing or play a musical instrument might have a slight advantage over those who don’t take music lessons. The study focused on 132 first graders in Canada. The researchers, from the University of Toronto at Mississauga, randomly (随机) put the students into three groups. One group took weekly lessons with instruments, such as violin and piano. The second group took singing lessons. The third group went to drama class. All the participants (参与者) took IQ tests at the beginning and at the end of the first grade. Overall, average scores went up for all groups. But kids who took piano or violin lessons scored higher marks. Their IQ scores went up 7.0 points on average, compared with 4.3 points for kids in the other two groups. The difference may seem small, and the music students probably won’t end up getting higher grades or having greater success later in life. Even so, the researchers believe the results are still meaningful. Playing a musical instrument requires kids to pay more attention and memorize things. The process of reading music and mastering finger placement is connected with fine motor skills and even better hand eye coordination (协调) .These types of experiences may have positive effects on the developing brains of young people So, why not pick up an instrument like a guitar or violin? It’s a great way to improve yourself and bring more music into the world. After all, who wouldn’t want to make the world sound better? 1．What happened to the first group of students at the end of the first grade? A．They disliked other after-school activities. B．They fell in love with musical instruments. C．They scored higher marks in the music test. D．They had a bigger increase in their IQ scores. 2．What can we infer from paragraph 5? A．The music students are sure to achieve success. B．It is a must for students to practice coordination. C．Playing music is a powerful tool for brain development. D．The result of the experiment makes little sense in real life. 3．What is the author’s opinion about picking up a musical instrument? A．It is worthwhile. B．It shows one’s character. C．It takes much time. D．It is popular on campus 4．What is the text mainly about? A．Singing lessons. B．A scientific study. C．College students. D．A training program （24-25高一下·陕西榆林·期中）Humans aren’t the only animals that move to music. Parrots have been known to do it. And now rats have been observed moving their heads in time with the tunes of Mozart, Lady Gaga, Michael Jackson and others, according to a new study from the University of Tokyo. What’s more, the rats seems to respond to the same beats that get humans’ feet tapping (轻跺). The researchers played a sonata by Mozart for lab rats at different variations (变更) of the original speed: 75%, 100%, 200% and 400%. Wireless sensors (感应器) on the rats’ bodies tracked their movements. Meanwhile,20 human participants were involved and listened to the same music through motion sensor-equipped headphones. It was observed that the rats’ head movements were the most obvious when the music played at its normal speed, which was around 132 bpm (beats per minute). The same was true for human participants. The researchers then changed to some pop songs such as Lady Gaga’s “Born This Way” and Michael Jackson’s “Beat It”. As with Mozart’s, rats moved their heads along the rhythm of pop songs, similar to how people do, at about 120 to 140 bpm. The study showed that both rats and humans moved their heads along to the beat in a similar rhythm. The level of head bopping from both humans and rats decreased as the music sped up. The study suggests that there is something similar about the way human and rat brains respond to rhythm, but rats do not match their motions to the beat like humans do. Humans can predict the timing of a beat and move predictably to it. Aniruddh Patel, a psychologist who studies brain response to music, says humans and parrots respond to beats with big, voluntary movements such as head shaking, dancing or foot tapping. Patel also stresses that this study does not show that rats have the same emotional associations with music as humans do. Yet he believes it could help reveal how humans and some other animals evolved a sense of rhythm. 1．At which speed would rats show the clearest movements? A．75 bpm. B．100 bpm. C．132 bpm. D．150 bpm. 2．How do rats differ from humans in response to music? A．They seem more interested in pop music. B．They make similar movements to different rhythms. C．They prefer moving their heads with the beat. D．They are unable to predict the beat of music. 3．What is Patel’s attitude towards the study? A．Uncaring. B．Doubtful. C．Positive. D．Disapproving. 4．What is the text mainly about? A．Rats may respond to music like human do. B．Humans are the only animals that move to music. C．Music is attractive to rats. D．Music affects rats’ brains. 重难语篇拔高练 （24-25高一下·广东广州·期中）What comes to mind when you hear the term “classical music”? For some, it’s just relaxing background music; for others, it touches something deep within their hearts. In fact, classical music is full of layers and surprises, so there are countless ways to enjoy it. As a music teacher, I encourage everyone to try “conscious listening” — paying full attention to uncover the fun and creativity hidden in the music. The first step to a conscious listening experience is learning mindfulness: being fully attentive in the moment. Mindfulness is more than letting the sound wash over us; it’s about opening up to the big picture with a nonjudgmental mind, which in the long term enhances our capacity for complex concepts and problem-solving, leading to better judgment and decisions. Finding mindfulness in daily life is not always easy. An audience member whispering or flipping pages from a booklet during a live performance can throw the musicians off and frustrate others. Noise pollution and social media also create disturbance to our listening powers that can threaten our health, gradually increasing our anxiety and emotional disconnection. Breathwork is one of the most common methods of developing mindfulness. A better way to ease in is to first engage emotionally with rich music. Then, allow the flow of energy to lead to tension and release, creating expectation and then fulfilling it, naturally causing inhales (吸气) and exhales after multiple listens. This is exactly what listening to musical harmony (和声) does. Research shows that music pleasure emerges from the interaction between our expectation of upcoming sound through our reward system and the actual pleasing sound itself. Forget easygoing simple background music. Try following the multiple voices in J. S. Bach’s compositions that inspire mental calm and clarity through their interactions. Or sense the emotional tension and release patterns in the harmonies of Sergei Rachmaninoff. Classical music demands a higher level of awareness and offers richer rewards. Then, the surrounding noise melts away. Listening to music can fell like having a companion on a journey who is guiding you through each moment of mindfulness. It is easier to become mindful when focusing on the flow of the music instead of seeking absolute quiet. 1．How does long-term mindfulness practice benefit listeners? A．By enhancing relaxation effects. B．By improving social interaction. C．By increasing musical appreciation. D．By strengthening advanced reasoning skills. 2．What major challenge to mindful listening is highlighted in paragraph 3? A．A critic mentality about music. B．The capacity for complex concepts. C．Performers inappropriate behaviors. D．Distractions from noise and technology. 3．Why does the author recommend Bach and Rachmaninoff’s works? A．They are universally considered easygoing music. B．Their works are the most accessible for beginners. C．They represent the most technically demanding pieces. D．Their compositions best demonstrate emotional patterns. 4．What is the author’s purpose in writing the text? A．To enable music listeners to engage deeply. B．To highlight the advantages of mindfulness. C．To convey personal views on classical music. D．To introduce a new method for concentration. 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $$