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Ⅰ.阅读理解
[话题 学习和演奏琵琶,了解和体验中国文化]
Kendall Griffith is a student at Bard College majoring in both the pipa, a fourstringed Chinese lute, and Asian studies.Born and raised in Boston, Griffith started her journey into Chinese culture nine years ago, when she began learning Chinese for its writing system and tones.
While learning Chinese, she was captivated by traditional Chinese music in a drama she was watching.Griffith did some research and discovered that the instrument she was drawn to was the pipa.
“I like the sound of the pipa, especially the techniques that are incorporated with it,” Griffith says, adding that her parents and friends have been very supportive of her learning Chinese traditional music.
Griffith's father helped her discover the instrument and she found her first pipa teacher, who was part of the Boston Chinese Ensemble.Sometimes, after performances, people would tell her, “I've never seen a nonChinese person play this before.That's very cool.”
Last semester, Griffith studied at the Central Conservatory of Music in Beijing.Learning the pipa in the city, where “Chinese music is happening”, Griffith felt pushed beyond her comfort zone and learned more about her passion.
“There was an interesting lecture that talked about how most Chinese music emulates things in calligraphy.There's a lot of empty space, and I can now incorporate that feeling into a lot of the music I play,” she says.
“Chinese music also emulates nature in a way.The sound it makes can resemble a horse; you can visualize it.There are many techniques not seen in Western instruments, such as bending the strings or using your five fingers to create a tremolo.I enjoy telling my friends about it,” she says.Griffith's friends, who were amazed by her impressions, started attending more Chinese music concerts, wanting to learn more.
Diving into another culture through music makes Griffith value the culture more.She said, “When you learn about a different type of music, it makes you appreciate the culture more.It makes you realize how important it is to be openminded.I feel more openminded about why things are the way they are.”
1.How did Griffith begin to learn the pipa?
A.Inspired by her Asian studies.
B.Influenced by her friends.
C.Attracted by its unique sound.
D.Encouraged by her father.
2.What do some people think of Griffith's pipa playing?
A.Amazing. B.Odd.
C.Shocking. D.Curious.
3.Why does Griffith mention the calligraphy in Paragraph 6?
A.To explain the Chinese writing system.
B.To display its link with Chinese music.
C.To show different forms of Chinese arts.
D.To explore the origin of Chinese music.
4 .What benefit does Griffith get from learning Chinese music?
A.It has promoted her Chinese learning.
B.It makes her abandon western music.
C.It has developed her critical thinking.
D.It makes her love Chinese culture more.
[语篇解读] 本文是一篇记叙文。主要讲述了Kendall Griffith,一位Bard College的学生,如何通过学习和演奏中国传统乐器琵琶,深入了解和体验中国文化的故事。
1.C [推理判断题。根据第三段“I like the sound of the pipa, especially the techniques that are incorporated with it(我喜欢琵琶的声音,尤其是其中的技巧)”可知,Griffith被琵琶独特的声音吸引,所以才开始学习琵琶。]
2.A [推理判断题。根据第四段“I've never seen a nonChinese person play this before.That's very cool.(我从来没见过一个非中国人弹这个。这太酷了。)”可知,有些人对Griffith的琵琶演奏的看法是觉得很了不起。]
3.B [推理判断题。根据第六段“There was an interesting lecture that talked about how most Chinese music emulates things in calligraphy.There's a lot of empty space, and I can now incorporate that feeling into a lot of the music I play(有一个有趣的讲座,讲的是大多数中国音乐是如何模仿书法的。有很多空白的空间,我现在可以把这种感觉融入到我演奏的很多音乐中)”可知,Griffith在第六段提到书法是为了显示其与中国音乐的联系。]
4.D [推理判断题。根据最后一段“Diving into another culture through music makes Griffith value the culture more.(通过音乐深入到另一种文化中,使Griffith更加重视这种文化。)”可知,Griffith从学习中国音乐中得到的好处是这让她更加热爱中国文化。]
Ⅱ.应用文写作(分享短文)
你们班每周一次的英语主题班会将于下周五举行,本次的班会主题为“How to Protect Our Heritage Sites”。请你写一篇短文届时与同学们分享,内容包括:
1.如何保护我们的遗产地;
2.保护我们的遗产地的意义。
注意:1.写作词数应为80左右;
2.请按如下格式在相应位置作答。
How to Protect Our Heritage Sites
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How to Protect Our Heritage Sites
When it comes to preserving our heritage sites, there are many actions students can take to become active participants in this important task.
When visiting heritage sites, follow the rules, do not damage cultural relics, and respect local cultural customs.At the same time, share visiting experiences through social media and call for more people to travel in a civilized manner.We can also get directly involved in specific conservation efforts through volunteering.
Through these practical actions, we can not only enhance the sense of responsibility, but also contribute to the cause of heritage protection around the world.
Ⅲ.读后续写
[话题 热爱弹钢琴的男孩]
阅读下面材料,根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段,使之构成一篇完整的短文。
The Dream of a Young Pianist
In a small, quiet town, there lived a young boy named Alex.From a young age, Alex was fascinated by the magic of the piano.The moment he heard the first harmonious melody floating from an old piano in his school auditorium, a dream was born — to become a distinguished pianist.
Determined to pursue his passion, Alex begged his parents to let him take piano lessons.His parents, though not wealthy, saw the fire in his eyes and decided to make sacrifices.They bought him a secondhand piano and enrolled him in a local music school.Alex practiced day and night, his fingers flying over the keys, filled with the hope of one day performing on a grand stage.
However, life had other plans.One day, while riding his bike to school, Alex was involved in an accident.His right hand was severely injured, and the doctor's words ruined his dreams: He might never play the piano again.For weeks, Alex sank into a deep depression.He refused to look at the piano and lost all hope.In his dimlylit bedroom, the boy sat aimlessly every day, his head hung low.His hands, once full of promise, now bore the scars of an accident that shattered his dream of becoming a pianist.
His music teacher Jack had been worried about him since then and tried to comfort him.Until one day, Jack walked into his room.“I know it hurts,” Jack said softly, “but your love for music is not in your hands alone.It's in your heart.” Jack shared the stories of some famous composers and musicians who overcame physical limitations and hardships.These words lit a spark in the boy.Alex decided he wouldn't let this setback define him.With painstaking effort and countless hours of rehabilitation, he slowly regained some movement in his hand.He started practicing the piano again, very slowly at first.Each note was a struggle, but he persevered.
注意:1.续写词数应为150左右;
2.请按如下格式在相应位置作答。
As time went by, Alex's skills improved.
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As time went by, Alex's skills improved. He was happy that his fingers were flexible even if not so good as before.He began to have some confidence again.Now he expected to participate in local piano competitions, facing tough competitors.Despite multiple losses in the early competitions, Alex didn't give up.With the teacher's continuous encouragement and help, he analyzed his performances, learned from his mistakes, and kept improving his skills.He began to explore composition, pouring his emotions into melodies.Finally, his hard work paid off.
In a regional competition, Alex presented an outstanding performance for the first time.It was so outstanding that it made him win the first place.Nobody would believe this success should come from a person who suffered severe hurt in his right hand.All of the audience was absorbed in his music, and tears of joy streamed down his face as he took the stage to receive the award.This was just the beginning.Alex's fame gradually spread, and he was invited to perform in more significant concerts.Without his teacher's encouragement, he wouldn't have transformed his pain into a new path to success.
[语篇解读] 本文是以人物为线索,讲述了一个热爱钢琴的男孩Alex,他努力练习,想要成为优秀的钢琴家。后来他手部受伤,被告知以后可能都无法弹钢琴了,为此他非常抑郁。在音乐老师Jack的鼓励下,Alex重拾信心,通过不懈努力恢复演奏能力,最终在比赛中展现了出色的表现。
[详解]
1.续写线索:
①由续写第一段首句“随着时间的推移,Alex的技能有所提高。”可知,第一段描写Alex技能逐渐提升的过程。
②由续写第二段首句“在一次区域比赛中,Alex首次表现出色。”可知,第二段描写Alex比赛时的具体情境以及比赛的成功对他的影响。
2.段落续写:
技能提高——手指改善——在比赛中成长——在一次区域比赛中大获成功——走上演奏之路——感激老师
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