Unit 2 The Universal Language 一曲通天下（单元阅读精练）英语译林版选择性必修第一册

**基本信息** 以“音乐”为主题，融合词汇分类、长难句解析与多题型实战，构建“主题词汇-语篇理解-应试技巧”三维训练体系，提升语言能力与跨文化意识。 **专项设计** |模块|题量/典例|方法提炼|知识逻辑| |----|-----------|----------|----------| |词汇分类|4类音乐主题词汇|按古典/乡土/流行/交响类型归类|从具体音乐类型到核心词汇的关联生成| |长难句分析|3个高考真题长难句|“抓标志-判类型-试翻译”三步法|语法结构识别到语义理解的推导过程| |综合实战|10篇多题型语篇|阅读/七选五/完形等题型专项突破|音乐主题与语言技能的应用拓展|

Unit 2 The Universal Language 一曲通天下 单元阅读精练 古典乐章相关 adapt v.改编；改写 classical adj.古典的 combine v.融合 element n.元素 inherit v.传承 melody n.旋律 musical adj.音乐的 opera n.戏曲 phrase n.乐句 separate v.分开 sorrow n.悲伤 transform v.转变 violin n.小提琴 perform v.演奏；表演 interpret v.诠释，演绎 convey v.传递(情感) scene n.(乐曲描绘的)场景 tempo n.节奏，速度 cultural heritage文化遗产 have roots in根植于 musical phrase乐句 originate from起源于 twists and turns曲折，波折，跌宕起伏 pass down一代代传承 be deeply rooted in深深植根于 put on a performance进行演奏 乡土旋律相关 authentic adj.地道的；原汁原味的 blues n.蓝调音乐 emotional adj.情感的 folk adj.民间的 guitar n.吉他 hardship n.艰难困苦 harmony n.和声 image n.意象 reflect v.反映 rhythm n.节奏 rural adj.乡村的 simplicity n.质朴；简单 tune n.曲调 lyrics n.歌词 cherish v.珍视 civilization n.文明 prevalent adj.普遍盛行的 deep in thought 陷入沉思 grow out of源于 leave … in thought令人深思 natural rhythm自然节奏 show respect for尊重 touch one’s heart触动人心 rooted in daily life 植根于日常生活 the universal language of mankind人类通用的语言 流行乐曲相关 appeal v.有吸引力 band n.乐队 beat n.节拍 coordinate v.(使)协调 creative adj.有创造力的 instrument n.乐器 pitch n.音高 progressive adj.前卫的 release v.发行(歌曲) trend n.潮流；趋势 volume n.音量 popmusic n.流行音乐 rockandroll n.摇滚乐 fame n.名声，名望 commercial adj.商业化的 global adj.全球的 collaborate v.合作 fan n.粉丝；爱好者 a force for change变革的力量 at the top of one’s voice高声地 break through 取得突破 grab one’s attention吸引某人注意 musical journey音乐历程 catch on风靡；流行开来 win wide popularity广受追捧 set the trend引领潮流 交响名篇相关 admire v.钦佩；欣赏 ambition n.抱负，志向 bond v.凝聚，建立密切关系 characteristic n.特征；特点 composer n.作曲家 deaf adj.失聪的 depress v.使消沉 determination n.决心 diverse adj.多种多样的 genius n.天才 inspire v.鼓舞，激励 masterwork n.杰作 orchestra n.管弦乐队 overcome v.克服 perseverance n.坚持不懈 symphony n.交响乐 variation n.变奏曲 struggle v.艰难奋斗 optimistic adj.乐观的 respect v.尊敬 suffering n.苦难 devotion n.挚爱；投入 course through充溢；贯穿 go through hardships历经磨难 live a life full of musi与音乐相伴 social glue社交粘合剂 stick to one’s dream坚守梦想 leave a lasting impression留下长久的印象 Universal Rhythm Poet Henry Wadsworth Longfellow called music “the universal language of mankind.” Now researchers may know why. A new analysis of music from diverse cultures around the globe reveals that all music shares certain universal features. And these characteristics tend to be those that gather people, the researchers said. “Our findings help explain why humans make music,” study researcher Thomas Currie from the University of Exeter said in a statement. “The results show that the most common features seen in music around the world relate to things that allow people to coordinate(协调)their actions. They also suggest that the main function of music is to bring people together and bond social groups. It can be a kind of social glue.” Currie, along with Pat Savage, a doctoral student at the Tokyo University of the Arts, and their colleagues analyzed music from around the world, examining 304 recordings from the online Garland Encyclopedia of World Music. The music samples came from every inhabited continent, from both vocal and instrumental music. The researchers analyzed the music samples using a few different classification schemes. They systematically coded the features of each piece of music and employed a comparison system similar to those used by evolutionary biologists to classify and statistically analyze organisms. Although they found no features that were part of all the songs analyzed, the researchers did find dozens of characteristics that were present in a majority of songs across different world regions. Some of these characteristics were not surprising, such as the music’s tendency to use separate pitches, and equally timed beats and short musical phrases. Others were more unexpected, like the discovery that two-beat rhythms are more popular than three-beat rhythms. “It fits that we have two legs, so the music is probably related to the natural rhythms of movement,” said Savage. “And also, two is simpler than three, so maybe it’s easier to process and coordinate.” 【译文欣赏】 诗人亨利・沃兹沃思・朗费罗称音乐为“人类通用的语言”。如今，研究人员或许找到了缘由。一项针对全球多元文化背景下音乐的新研究表明：所有音乐都具备某些共性。研究人员表示，而这些特点往往可以凝聚人群。 埃克塞特大学的研究员托马斯・柯里在一份声明中说道：“我们的研究成果有助于解释人类为何创作音乐。研究结果显示，世界各地音乐里最普遍的特征都和方便人们协调行动的要素息息相关。这些特征同样表明音乐的主要作用是团聚众人、维系社会团体，音乐可以算得上一种社会粘合剂。” 柯里与东京艺术大学博士生帕特・萨维奇及其同事开展了全球音乐分析研究，他们查阅了《加兰世界音乐百科全书》线上版里的 304 份录音材料。这些音乐样本取自所有有人居住的大陆，涵盖人声演唱曲目和器乐演奏曲目。 研究人员运用数套不同分类方案分析音乐样本。他们系统标记每一首乐曲的特点，并采用了一套类似于进化生物学家用来对生物进行分类和统计分析的对比体系。尽管研究人员没有找到所有乐曲都具备的特征，但他们确实发现数十种特点在世界不同地区大部分乐曲里普遍存在。 其中一部分特点在意料之中，例如音乐通常使用独立音高、节拍时长均等以及简短乐句；还有一些发现却出乎意料，比如二拍子节奏比三拍子节奏更受欢迎。萨维奇说：“人类有两条腿，这一点刚好印证该现象，所以音乐大概率和人体行动的自然节奏有关。此外二比三更简单，或许二拍子节奏更容易被感知，也更便于人们协同。” 【词汇积累】 analysis/əˈnæləsɪs/ n.分析 classification/ˌklæsɪfɪˈkeɪʃn/ n.分类；归类 evolutionary/ˌiːvəˈluːʃənri/ adj.进化的 inhabit /ɪnˈhæbɪt/ v.居住于 instrumental /ˌɪnstrəˈmentl/ adj.器乐的 organism/ˈɔːɡənɪzəm/ n.生物体 process/prəˈses/v.理解；处理 statistically/stəˈtɪstɪkli/ adv.统计学上地 systematically/ˌsɪstəˈmætɪkli/adv.系统地 tendency/ˈtendənsi/ n.趋势；倾向 【知识拓展】 1. 音乐的社交价值：音乐依靠统一节拍拉近人与人之间距离，集体合唱、合奏促使人们情绪同步，印证文中“music serves as social glue”的观点，这也是人类从古至今创作乐曲深层原因。 2. 跨文化音乐共性：尽管各国古典音乐、乡土乐曲、流行音乐、交响乐风格迥异，但均等节拍、简短乐句是全球乐曲普遍特点，由此证明音乐是世界通用语言。 3. 人体与音乐的内在联系：二拍子更加盛行贴合人体生理特点，走路、慢跑都是两步一循环，生理节奏潜移默化地影响人类创作乐曲的习惯。 4. 高中学习启示：聆听不同国家的音乐作品，有助于高中生跳出本国文化局限，体会异域文化，依托音乐提升跨文化理解能力。 【词汇延伸】 collaborate v.合作 collective adj.集体的 compromise v.兼顾；折中 consensus n.共识 conveyance n.传递，传播 coexist v.共存 crosscultural adj.跨文化的 demonstrate v.证明；展示 dominate v.占据主导地位 integrate v.融合；使融入 legitimate adj.合理的 perceive v.感知；领会 prioritize v.优先考虑 psychological adj.心理的 reinforce v.加深；强化 sensation n.感官体验；感觉 subconscious adj.潜意识的 universalize v.普及 break down cultural barriers破除文化壁垒 bridge ideological gaps 弥合观念隔阂 build deeprooted connections建立深层联系 crosscultural communication跨文化交流 cultural recognition文化认同 emotional resonance情感共鸣 foster collective consciousness培养集体意识 improve sensory awareness增强感官认知 inner spiritual world内心精神世界 harmonious group relationship和谐的群体关系 physicalmental interaction身心互动 strengthen emotional bonds加深情感纽带 promote cultural integration促进文化融合 respect cultural diversity尊重文化多样性 【高考真题链接】 (2024·浙江1月高考·阅读理解A篇) Tom Sawyer Play Is an Adventure A 35-minute hand-clapping, foot-stomping musical version of a Mark Twain favorite returns with this Tall Stacks festival. “Tom Sawyer: A River Adventure” has all the good stuff, including the fence painting, the graveyard, the island and the cave. It is adapted by Joe McDonough, with music by David Kisor. That’s the local stage writing team that creates many of the Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati’s original musicals, along with the holiday family musicals at Ensemble Theatre. This year Nathan Turner of Burlington is Tom Sawyer, and Robbie McMath of Fort Mitchell is Huck Finn. Tumer, a 10th-grader at School for Creative and Performing Arts, is a familiar presence on Cincinnati’s stages. He is a star actor of Children’s Theatre, having played leading roles in “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow” and “The Wizard of Oz,” and is fresh from Jersey Production “Ragtime”. McMath is a junior at Beechwood High School. He was in the cast of “Tom Sawyer” when it was first performed and is a Children’s Theatre regular, with five shows to his credit. This summer he attended Kentucky’s Governor’s School for the Arts in Musical Theatre. Note to teachers: Children’s Theatre has a study guide demonstrating how math and science can be taught through “Tom Sawyer.” For downloadable lessons, visit the official website of Children’s Theatre. 21. Who wrote the music for “Tom Sawyer: A River Adventure”? A. David Kisor. B. Joe McDonough. C. Nathan Turner. D. Robbie McMath. 22. What can we learn about the two actors? A. They study in the same school. B. They worked together in ”Ragtime“. C. They are experienced on stage. D. They became friends ten years ago. 23. What does Children’s Theatre provide for teachers? A. Research funding. B. Training opportunities. C. Technical support. D. Educational resources. 1.That’s the local stage writing team that creates many of the Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati’s original musicals, along with the holiday family musicals at Ensemble Theatre. 抓标志：关系代词that 判类型：主句＋that引导的定语从句(修饰先行词team) 试翻译：那就是当地的舞台创作团队，他们创作了辛辛那提儿童剧院的许多原创音乐剧，以及合奏剧院的假日家庭音乐剧。 2. He is a star actor of Children’s Theatre, having played leading roles in “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow” and “The Wizard of Oz,” and is fresh from Jersey Production “Ragtime”. 抓标志：现在分词 having played；并列连词 and 判类型：主句并列结构，现在分词短语作伴随状语 试翻译：他是儿童剧院的明星演员，曾在《睡谷传说》和《绿野仙踪》当中饰演主角，刚结束泽西出品剧目《拉格泰姆》的演出。 3. He was in the cast of “Tom Sawyer” when it was first performed and is a Children’s Theatre regular, with five shows to his credit. 抓标志：从属连词when；并列连词and；介词with 判类型：由and连接的并列主句，when引导时间状语从句，with复合结构作补充状语 试翻译：该剧首次上演时他就参演了《汤姆・索亚历险记》，他也是儿童剧院的常客，已经参演五部剧目。 ①cast n.演员阵容；全体演员；v.选派角色 ②credit n.荣誉；功劳；成就 ③demonstrate /v. 证明；展示 ④downloadable /adj.可下载的 ⑤original adj.原创的；起初的 ⑥presence n.存在；出场；露面 ⑦regular n.常客；adj.经常的 ⑧footstomping跺脚的 ⑨original musicals原创音乐剧 ⑩stage writing team舞台剧创作团队 【综合实战演练】 语篇 题型 体裁 词数 内容简介 Passage 1 阅读理解 应用文 317 不同音乐风格的历史、特点以及它们对现代音乐的影响 Passage 2 阅读理解 记叙文 312 美国音乐家Mark Levine依托创作深耕中外文化交流 Passage 3 阅读理解 说明文 291 探析音乐触发情绪的内在原理 Passage 4 阅读理解 说明文 273 音乐在我们的生活中扮演着重要角色 Passage 5 阅读理解 新闻报道 330 探析歌曲《孤勇者》风靡小学生群体的缘由与孩童理解 Passage 6 阅读理解七选五 说明文 273 学习乐器可从多维度增益身心发展 Passage 7 阅读理解七选五 说明文 245 音乐的多元形态、产业发展与精神价值 Passage 8 完形填空 记叙文 308 Amy Anderson以音乐传递美好、治愈人心 Passage 9 完形填空 记叙文 232 音乐慰藉病患，经历重塑信念 Passage 10 语法填空 说明文 231 贝多芬的生平、成就与行业影响 Passage 1 (2026·吉林·模拟预测) Classical music Classical music is the music of European courts and big concert halls. Specifically, classical music refers to orchestral music of the 18th and early-19th century, which is played with traditional European instruments, often in large orchestras. Beethoven and Mozart are two of the most famous classical composers. Blues Blues started off as the music of the African slaves who were brought to the United States, closely related to the music of West Africa. It became well-known throughout the world through musicians such as Muddy Waters and B. B. King. In many ways, blues remains an important element in many of today’s popular tunes. Jazz Jazz grew out of blues. As with blues, one of the important elements of jazz is improvisation(即兴演奏). Improvisation happens when a musician plays unwritten music to fit the mood of the occasion. One of the most famous names in jazz is Miles Davis. He was famous for always finding new ways of playing jazz, and for many people, this represented the spirit of jazz. Rock’n’roll and rock Rock’n’roll developed from fast blues. Chuck Berry and Elvis Presley were the big names in rock’n’roll and the Beatles in England took the music and made their own sounds from it. When the guitars got louder and the guitar solos(独奏)got longer, rock’n’roll became just rock. Now rock is one of the most popular forms of music in the world and its fans can be found all over the world. Creating new music Today, these names of music styles are less important to musicians. Radio, television and the Internet have made it easier for sounds to travel across cultures, and styles have become more mixed. If there is one thing the history of popular music has shown, it is that good musicians will always create new music from the different styles they hear. 1. Which is still a vital part in today’s popular tunes? A. Blues. B. Jazz. C. Classical music. D. Rock’n’roll and rock. 2. Which of the following persons is famous for Rock music? A. Mozart. B. Muddy Waters. C. Miles Davis. D. Elvis Presley. 3. What can we learn from the passage? A. The technological development limits the spread of music. B. It’s easier for different music to maintain their own unique styles. C. The best musicians attach importance to the names of music styles. D. New music by good musicians can gain its place in the history of popular music. Passage 2 (25-26高二下·新疆喀什·期中)American musician Mark Levine’s journey with China began 21 years ago as an English teacher. Levine didn’t realize at the time that he would soon come to fall in love with the country. What started as a career-oriented move turned into a profound personal connection, leading him to call China his long-term home. Levine found his unique voice by documenting his experiences through music. To date, he has composed over 80 songs inspired by China, with themes ranging from the lives of migrant workers to the country’s vast natural landscapes. His musical partnership with Chinese artist Fu Han in their duo(二重唱)“In Side Out” symbolizes the interweaving of Eastern and Western cultures, much like the two sides of a single piece of clothing. Living through China’s rapid development provided Levine with firsthand material. Observing the shared sense of responsibility among Chinese people, he was inspired to write the song “Together we must take a stand”, capturing the spirit of unity he witnessed. He has described feeling safer in China than anywhere else. Believing that many international perceptions of China are incomplete or inaccurate, Levine took to writing. His 2014 book, Stories from My Chinese Journey, offers a ground-level view of daily life and culture. He often builds his narratives from real conversations, aiming to let China speak for itself. This effort to bridge the understanding gap, presenting a China defined by the friendliness of its people and the energy of its progress, was recognized with the distinguished Chinese Government Friendship Award in 2014. Having traveled to 29 provinces, Levine is most struck by the warmth and diversity of the people. When asked about his future, his answer is heartfelt and definitive: China is his home. Through teaching, music, and writing, he continues to build cultural bridges, sharing the stories of the country he has grown to love. 1. How did Mark Levine’s relationship with China change over time? A. It evolved into a deep emotional bond. B. It fully met his initial expectations. C. It ended after he finished teaching. D. It remained strictly professional. 2. Why does the author use the comparison “like the two sides of a single piece of clothing” when describing the duo? A. To argue for the superiority of one culture over the other. B. To contrast the distinct characteristics of the two cultures. C. To highlight the challenges of cross-cultural communication. D. To visualize the inseparable unity formed by the cultural integration. 3. What is the main reason for Levine’s receiving the Chinese Government Friendship Award? A. His popular music about China. B. His long - term English teaching. C. His work promoting a truer image of China. D. His reporting on the daily lives of Chinese people. 4. Which of the following best describes Levine’s role as described in the text? A. A journalist reporting on China’s social issues. B. A historian documenting China’s ancient wonders. C. An English teacher who occasionally writes songs. D. A cross-cultural communicator through music and writing. Passage 3 (25-26高二上·浙江·期末)It’s common knowledge that music can stir our emotions, but the reason why has long been debated. A popular theory suggests that our emotional response to music comes from the interplay between expectation and surprise. As we listen, our brains constantly predict what will come next based on what we’ve heard. When these predictions are fulfilled, or sometimes cleverly broken, we experience a range of feelings. Recently, a team of scientists decided to find a way to measure this concept of predictability in music. They developed a scientific method to measure a piece of music’s “memory.” This technique analyzes how similar a sequence of notes is to the notes that preceded it. If this “memory” lasts for a long time, the music follows a more predictable path. In contrast, if the “memory” fades quickly, it signals that the music is full of changes and surprises, making it harder to anticipate. The researchers applied this method to over 550 works, including both jazz and classical music. They found a universal pattern: every piece has a period where its “memory” is strong, making it easy to follow. Yet, there is always a specific turning point. After this point, the music’s connection to its past fades, and it becomes much less predictable. The length of time before this turning point varies greatly. This discovery allows for a new kind of comparison between musical styles and composers. For example, jazz pieces generally reach the unpredictable stage much faster than classical compositions, making them less predictable overall. Significant differences were also found between classical masters. Compositions by Bach typically have a shorter period of predictability than those by Mozart. This suggests that while Mozart’s music holds our expectations longer, Bach’s offers more frequent changes and surprises. 1. How did scientists measure the predictability of music? A. By studying listeners’ emotional responses. B. By comparing the speed of different music pieces. C. By analyzing the similarity between note sequences. D. By counting the number of surprises in a piece. 2. What can be inferred about jazz music compared to classical music? A. It is more emotionally powerful. B. It follows a less predictable pattern. C. It requires more musical skill to perform. D. It has a longer history of development. 3. Which of the following is the best title for the passage? A. The Emotional Power of Music B. Jazz vs. Classical: A Scientific Comparison C. Measuring Musical Surprise and Expectation D. The Genius of Bach and Mozart 4. According to the study, what is a feature of Mozart’s compositions? A. They have more frequent changes than Bach’s. B. They become unpredictable more quickly. C. They are generally less popular than jazz. D. They allow for longer periods of anticipation. Passage 4 (25-26高二上·西藏昌都·期末)In all the world’s cultures, people sing, play instruments, and celebrate with music. It plays such an important role in our lives that all fields focus on its study, including one looking at the biology of music. Experts are finding that because of the way our brains process music, learning to play an instrument or just listening to music can have a wide range of benefits. Music education has received a lot of attention. Learning to play an instrument can help children improve math, science, and language skills. One study in Canada tracked children’s IQ scores for nine months, discovering that children who studied music had the biggest test score improvement. The secret may lie in the way reading music and playing notes use several areas of the brain, thus increasing our ability to learn school subjects. For example, reading notes improves spatial(空间的)reasoning skills, which are helpful in solving math problems. Music is also used for medical purposes, such as the treatment of diseases which affect memory. The secret lies in the way the brain processes music. One area near the forehead, the medial prefrontal cortex, connects music with memories stored in two other areas: the amygdala and hippocampus. That’s why an old song can remind you of something that happened years ago. For patients suffering from diseases like Alzheimer’s, listening to music can help unlock buried memories. With the evidence of music’s benefits pouring in, it’s no wonder some countries make music study a part of their education systems. People are recognizing that music is more than just a form of entertainment. It’s also great for the brain. 1. Why do people study music? A. Because music can be used for medical treatments. B. Because our brains can process music in different ways. C. Because music plays a very important role in our lives. D. Because music education has received a lot of attention. 2. According to the Canadian study, which children had the most increased IQ scores? A. Those who already had high IQs. B. Those who listened to music sometimes. C. Those who could not play any instrument. D. Those who studied music for a period of time. 3. Which of the following is a kind of disease? A. Alzheimer’s. B. Spatial reasoning. C. The amygdala and hippocampus. D. The medial prefrontal cortex. 4. What can be the best title for the text? A. Music and health B. Music and mind C. Music and education D. Music and instruments Passage 5 (25-26高二上·新疆昌吉·期末)From online to offline, the popularity of the song “The Lonely Brave” can be called “the most dazzling(炫目的)ethnic style” among elementary school students. What is the magic of “The Lonely Brave”? “The Lonely Brave itself is the Chinese theme song of the cartoon “League of Legends: Battle of the Two Cities”. The song is sung by Eason Chan, written by Tang Tian and composed by Qian Lei. Tang Tian has been fond of music and writing since she was a child. When her talent was gradually recognized, unluckily, in 2012, she was diagnosed with stage III nasopharyngeal(鼻咽)cancer. Instead of yielding, she actively cooperated with the treatment. In November 2021,Tang Tian wrote the song for her idol Eason Chan. Two students from a primary school in Wuhan, Hubei, played the song on the piano, arousing many onlookers, and slowly everyone sang along. The video went viral(传播)as soon as it was posted on the Internet. Then, a video of a drum player in Guizhou was also circulated on the Internet. What exactly is this song that has conquered tens of thousands of children? Let’s see what the children have to say. “I like the last line of the lyrics, who said that those who stand in the light are heroes, and if there is no flash, those who are unknown are not heroes?” “The lonely brave people are those who are not afraid of hardships and risk their lives to cut thorns for others or themselves. They dare to fight and fight against fate.” “After listening to the song, I thought of the delivery boy. Go? Is it worthy? This ragged cloak(披风). Fight? Fight! With the humble dreams, they all play the role of ordinary people in their lives and try to fight for their dreams.” The lonely hero in everyone’s heart is different, but they are all those who shine in the dark without expecting anything in return. 1. What can you learn about the song “The Lonely Brave”? A. The explosion of the song is expected. B. The song is written by Tang Tian after her recovery. C. The song is less attractive than the cartoon “League of Legends”. D. The two students’ video became an instant hit when posted on the Internet. 2. What does the underlined word “yielding” in paragraph 2 mean? A. Ignorance. B. Anger. C. Giving up. D. Disapproving. 3. Why is the song “The Lonely Brave” popular with elementary school students? A. It is sung by Eason Chan. B. It reflects the life of children. C. Its lyrics are inspiring. D. It is of a traditional ethnic style. 4. Who are “the lonely brave” in children’s heart? A. Those with bravery and devotion. B. Those standing in the light. C. Those with adventurous tastes. D. Those hiding in the dark. Passage 6 (25-26高二上·河北秦皇岛·期中) The Benefits of Learning a Musical Instrument We often hear about the joys of music, but the benefits of actively learning to play an instrument go far beyond simple entertainment. Neuroscience has shown that engaging with music in this way provides a powerful workout for the brain, leading to a wide range of cognitive and emotional advantages. ___1___ Playing an instrument requires the brain to process multiple pieces of information at once: reading sheet music, translating it into motor movements, listening to the sound produced, and adjusting in real-time. This strengthens the corpus callosum, the bridge between the brain’s two hemispheres, leading to improved problem-solving skills and creativity. Furthermore, learning music is a masterclass in patience and discipline. ___2___This process teaches delayed gratification and the value of persistent effort, qualities that are transferable to academic and professional life. ___3___ It can be a powerful outlet for expressing emotions that are hard to put into words. Playing a piece of music can be a form of stress relief, providing a focus that calms the mind and reduces anxiety. ___4___ Being part of a band, orchestra, or even a casual jam session fosters teamwork, communication, and a sense of belonging. You learn to listen to others and work together to create something greater than the sum of its parts. Finally, the sense of achievement that comes from mastering a difficult piece or performing for an audience is a tremendous boost to self-confidence. ___5___ So, whether you’re picking up a guitar for the first time or returning to the piano, remember that you’re not just making music—you’re building a better brain. A. Music also has significant social benefits. B. It requires regular and focused practice to see progress. C. It proves that you can overcome challenges with dedication. D. There is no doubt that music is the best way to relieve stress. E. Musical training is primarily about becoming a famous musician. F. Unlike passive listening, playing an instrument is a complex task. G. On an emotional level, making music can be incredibly therapeutic. Passage 7 (25-26高二上·河南·阶段检测)Can you think of a day without music? We can hear music everywhere: in the streets and at home, over the radio and on TV, in the shops and in the parks. ___1___ They listen to music, they dance to music, and they learn to play musical instruments. Music isn’t only a combination of pleasant sounds. It is an art which reflects life. There are a lot of different kinds of music. Some of them appeared long ago, and some are modern. Folk music appeared long ago, but it is still alive. Folk songs are very pleasant to listen to. ___2___ Rap is a modern musical style where the singer speaks or shouts the words in time to music with a steady beat. Great Britain has produced more popular music stars than any other country. British groups often set new trends in music. ___3___ Many of the new bands have been able to use changes in technology to develop their music such as computerised drum machines, synthesisers and other electronic instruments. 4 So people’s musical interests range from pop and rock music to classical music and opera. My favourite style of music is pop music, because it is full of energy. When I listen to pop music it makes me remember happy times and forget the problems of everyday life. I also enjoy listening to classical music. Music appeals to our hearts. ___5___ Music is beauty in sounds; it is our magic source of inspiration. A. Tastes differ. B. Music is quite unlike any other art form. C. It comforts our souls and enriches our minds. D. People all over the world are fond of music. E. Classical music is often associated with the music of the past. F. New styles, groups and singers continue to appear. G. Music is a great channel for releasing your emotions. Passage 8 (24-25高二上·广东深圳·期中)Music can make us happy, peaceful or sad. Amy Anderson, as an orchestra conductor, brings music to life, allowing people to experience many___1___that music can give. Anderson fell in love with music when she was a child. She began playing the piano at seven and started composing at nine. She bought many videos ___2___ by the world’s great orchestras and conductors and listened to them for hours on end. During a concert, the audience see the ___3___ of a conductor and the arm movements he or she makes. However, what audiences do not see is all the work the conductor has done before the ___4___. Months before a concert, Anderson studies the music by ___5___ it on the piano. She listens to recordings, reads about the composer’s life, and reviews historical events that would have influenced the composer. She believes there must be hidden messages behind them, and it is her goal to express the music as the composer ___6___. While conducting, Anderson uses her whole body to ___7___ how the music should sound and feel. Her ___8___ are dramatic when the music is ___9___, and gentle when the music is peaceful. To help young musicians better ___10___ how to play the music, Anderson might tell them to imagine a ___11___ and leisurely walk or a ship being tossed by waves. “It is the ability of music to reach people that I value most,” said Anderson. She has seen audiences at her concerts ___12___, clap together in rhythm, and shout “Bravo!” ___13___, audiences are even moved to tears. After one concert in Serbia, audiences ___14___ around the orchestra’s buses and cheered for the young musicians as they climbed aboard. Anderson is happy, knowing that she and the musicians have changed lives for the better, ___15___ spirits and brought joy to people. 1. A. thoughts B. changes C. feelings D. characters 2. A. caught B. directed C. invented D. recorded 3. A. shadow B. back C. chest D. nose 4. A. task B. game C. schedule D. performance 5. A. playing B. getting C. making D. beating 6. A. recommended B. encouraged C. changed D. intended 7. A. judge B. express C. prove D. find 8. A. movements B. voices C. tones D. manners 9. A. quiet B. sad C. energetic D. magical 10. A. plan B. understand C. decide D. respond 11. A. calm B. violent C. short D. sensitive 12. A. touch B. escape C. applaud D. nod 13. A. Regularly B. Hopefully C. Fortunately D. Rarely 14. A. collected B. approached C. surrounded D. gathered 15. A. took up B. turned up C. lifted up D. gave up Passage 9 (25-26高二上·辽宁辽阳·期末)Three years ago, when Clarice was just 14, she was rushed to the emergency room during a(n) ___1___ health crisis. After she ___2___ on the hospital bed, a series of doctors and nurses ___3___ yet patiently asked her to describe her symptoms and medical history. Following nearly two ___4___ of intensive questioning, she was finally moved to a regular ward. Two kind nurses helped her onto a wheeled stretcher(担架床)and ___5___ her quietly through the long corridors. At that brief moment of ___6___, one nurse leaned in and asked, “What ___7___ helps you calm down when you feel afraid?” “Beethoven’s pieces,” she whispered weakly. The ___8___ exchanged a knowing look and one immediately put on Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony on her phone. Clarice would never___9___ that short trip. It was free from painful questions and close to healing melodies. They didn’t ___10___ her trauma(痛苦经历). No judgment, no pressure — just the soft music filling the small space between them. “That’s exactly why they’re my unsung ___11___,” Clarice said with gratitude. “In my___12___ time, they gave me unexpected comfort. Today, that memory still ___13___ deeply. Words can’t fully describe how much that simple ___14___ of kindness meant. It ___15___ my world view today, reminding me that even in the most terrible and lonely places, there can be a little bit of light.” 1. A. severe B. accessible C. slight D. common 2. A. arrived B. rested C. waited D. settled 3. A. quickly B. gently C. coldly D. repeatedly 4. A. hours B. rounds C. cycles D. periods 5. A. wheeled B. walked C. guided D. pulled 6. A. pain B. shock C. anxiety D. relief 7. A. dream B. music C. food D. book 8. A. pair B. patient C. team D. crowd 9. A. mind B. forget C. regret D. enjoy 10. A. focus on B. participate in C. turn down D. refer to 11. A. singers B. nurses C. heroes D. specialists 12. A. latest B. steadiest C. humblest D. darkest 13. A. decreases B. works C. matters D. helps 14. A. song B. gift C. act D. choice 15. A. reshapes B. destroys C. touches D. saves Passage 10 (25-26高二上·湖南张家界·期末)Ludwig van Beethoven is one of the most famous ___1___(music)in the world. His music has had an impact ___2___ people for centuries. He showed great musical talent at a young age. His father, ___3___ was also a musician, recognized his son’s potential and began to train him ___4___(strict). Beethoven’s early works were influenced by the classical music of his time, but he soon began to develop his own unique style. As he grew older, Beethoven faced many challenges. He began to lose his hearing in his late twenties, which ___5___(be)a great blow to him. However, he did not give up. Instead, he continued to compose music, using his inner hearing and his strong will to overcome the difficulties. His later works, such as the Ninth Symphony, ___6___(consider)some of the greatest masterpieces in the history of music. His compositions often feature strong melodies and complex harmonies, ___7___(create)a rich and dynamic musical landscape. Even today, Beethoven’s music remains popular around the world. It is performed in concert halls, studied in music schools, ___8___ loved by music lovers of all ages. His life and works have inspired countless musician ___9___(follow)in his footsteps and continue to explore the boundaries of music. Beethoven’s legacy is not only in his music but also in his spirit of perseverance and innovation, which has left ___10___ lasting mark on the world of music. 2 原创精品资源学科网独家享有版权，侵权必究！ 1 / 29 学科网(北京)股份有限公司 学科网(北京)股份有限公司 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ Unit 2 The Universal Language 一曲通天下 单元阅读精练 古典乐章相关 adapt v.改编；改写 classical adj.古典的 combine v.融合 element n.元素 inherit v.传承 melody n.旋律 musical adj.音乐的 opera n.戏曲 phrase n.乐句 separate v.分开 sorrow n.悲伤 transform v.转变 violin n.小提琴 perform v.演奏；表演 interpret v.诠释，演绎 convey v.传递(情感) scene n.(乐曲描绘的)场景 tempo n.节奏，速度 cultural heritage文化遗产 have roots in根植于 musical phrase乐句 originate from起源于 twists and turns曲折，波折，跌宕起伏 pass down一代代传承 be deeply rooted in深深植根于 put on a performance进行演奏 乡土旋律相关 authentic adj.地道的；原汁原味的 blues n.蓝调音乐 emotional adj.情感的 folk adj.民间的 guitar n.吉他 hardship n.艰难困苦 harmony n.和声 image n.意象 reflect v.反映 rhythm n.节奏 rural adj.乡村的 simplicity n.质朴；简单 tune n.曲调 lyrics n.歌词 cherish v.珍视 civilization n.文明 prevalent adj.普遍盛行的 deep in thought 陷入沉思 grow out of源于 leave … in thought令人深思 natural rhythm自然节奏 show respect for尊重 touch one’s heart触动人心 rooted in daily life 植根于日常生活 the universal language of mankind人类通用的语言 流行乐曲相关 appeal v.有吸引力 band n.乐队 beat n.节拍 coordinate v.(使)协调 creative adj.有创造力的 instrument n.乐器 pitch n.音高 progressive adj.前卫的 release v.发行(歌曲) trend n.潮流；趋势 volume n.音量 popmusic n.流行音乐 rockandroll n.摇滚乐 fame n.名声，名望 commercial adj.商业化的 global adj.全球的 collaborate v.合作 fan n.粉丝；爱好者 a force for change变革的力量 at the top of one’s voice高声地 break through 取得突破 grab one’s attention吸引某人注意 musical journey音乐历程 catch on风靡；流行开来 win wide popularity广受追捧 set the trend引领潮流 交响名篇相关 admire v.钦佩；欣赏 ambition n.抱负，志向 bond v.凝聚，建立密切关系 characteristic n.特征；特点 composer n.作曲家 deaf adj.失聪的 depress v.使消沉 determination n.决心 diverse adj.多种多样的 genius n.天才 inspire v.鼓舞，激励 masterwork n.杰作 orchestra n.管弦乐队 overcome v.克服 perseverance n.坚持不懈 symphony n.交响乐 variation n.变奏曲 struggle v.艰难奋斗 optimistic adj.乐观的 respect v.尊敬 suffering n.苦难 devotion n.挚爱；投入 course through充溢；贯穿 go through hardships历经磨难 live a life full of musi与音乐相伴 social glue社交粘合剂 stick to one’s dream坚守梦想 leave a lasting impression留下长久的印象 Universal Rhythm Poet Henry Wadsworth Longfellow called music “the universal language of mankind.” Now researchers may know why. A new analysis of music from diverse cultures around the globe reveals that all music shares certain universal features. And these characteristics tend to be those that gather people, the researchers said. “Our findings help explain why humans make music,” study researcher Thomas Currie from the University of Exeter said in a statement. “The results show that the most common features seen in music around the world relate to things that allow people to coordinate(协调)their actions. They also suggest that the main function of music is to bring people together and bond social groups. It can be a kind of social glue.” Currie, along with Pat Savage, a doctoral student at the Tokyo University of the Arts, and their colleagues analyzed music from around the world, examining 304 recordings from the online Garland Encyclopedia of World Music. The music samples came from every inhabited continent, from both vocal and instrumental music. The researchers analyzed the music samples using a few different classification schemes. They systematically coded the features of each piece of music and employed a comparison system similar to those used by evolutionary biologists to classify and statistically analyze organisms. Although they found no features that were part of all the songs analyzed, the researchers did find dozens of characteristics that were present in a majority of songs across different world regions. Some of these characteristics were not surprising, such as the music’s tendency to use separate pitches, and equally timed beats and short musical phrases. Others were more unexpected, like the discovery that two-beat rhythms are more popular than three-beat rhythms. “It fits that we have two legs, so the music is probably related to the natural rhythms of movement,” said Savage. “And also, two is simpler than three, so maybe it’s easier to process and coordinate.” 【译文欣赏】 诗人亨利・沃兹沃思・朗费罗称音乐为“人类通用的语言”。如今，研究人员或许找到了缘由。一项针对全球多元文化背景下音乐的新研究表明：所有音乐都具备某些共性。研究人员表示，而这些特点往往可以凝聚人群。 埃克塞特大学的研究员托马斯・柯里在一份声明中说道：“我们的研究成果有助于解释人类为何创作音乐。研究结果显示，世界各地音乐里最普遍的特征都和方便人们协调行动的要素息息相关。这些特征同样表明音乐的主要作用是团聚众人、维系社会团体，音乐可以算得上一种社会粘合剂。” 柯里与东京艺术大学博士生帕特・萨维奇及其同事开展了全球音乐分析研究，他们查阅了《加兰世界音乐百科全书》线上版里的 304 份录音材料。这些音乐样本取自所有有人居住的大陆，涵盖人声演唱曲目和器乐演奏曲目。 研究人员运用数套不同分类方案分析音乐样本。他们系统标记每一首乐曲的特点，并采用了一套类似于进化生物学家用来对生物进行分类和统计分析的对比体系。尽管研究人员没有找到所有乐曲都具备的特征，但他们确实发现数十种特点在世界不同地区大部分乐曲里普遍存在。 其中一部分特点在意料之中，例如音乐通常使用独立音高、节拍时长均等以及简短乐句；还有一些发现却出乎意料，比如二拍子节奏比三拍子节奏更受欢迎。萨维奇说：“人类有两条腿，这一点刚好印证该现象，所以音乐大概率和人体行动的自然节奏有关。此外二比三更简单，或许二拍子节奏更容易被感知，也更便于人们协同。” 【词汇积累】 analysis/əˈnæləsɪs/ n.分析 classification/ˌklæsɪfɪˈkeɪʃn/ n.分类；归类 evolutionary/ˌiːvəˈluːʃənri/ adj.进化的 inhabit /ɪnˈhæbɪt/ v.居住于 instrumental /ˌɪnstrəˈmentl/ adj.器乐的 organism/ˈɔːɡənɪzəm/ n.生物体 process/prəˈses/v.理解；处理 statistically/stəˈtɪstɪkli/ adv.统计学上地 systematically/ˌsɪstəˈmætɪkli/adv.系统地 tendency/ˈtendənsi/ n.趋势；倾向 【知识拓展】 1. 音乐的社交价值：音乐依靠统一节拍拉近人与人之间距离，集体合唱、合奏促使人们情绪同步，印证文中“music serves as social glue”的观点，这也是人类从古至今创作乐曲深层原因。 2. 跨文化音乐共性：尽管各国古典音乐、乡土乐曲、流行音乐、交响乐风格迥异，但均等节拍、简短乐句是全球乐曲普遍特点，由此证明音乐是世界通用语言。 3. 人体与音乐的内在联系：二拍子更加盛行贴合人体生理特点，走路、慢跑都是两步一循环，生理节奏潜移默化地影响人类创作乐曲的习惯。 4. 高中学习启示：聆听不同国家的音乐作品，有助于高中生跳出本国文化局限，体会异域文化，依托音乐提升跨文化理解能力。 【词汇延伸】 collaborate v.合作 collective adj.集体的 compromise v.兼顾；折中 consensus n.共识 conveyance n.传递，传播 coexist v.共存 crosscultural adj.跨文化的 demonstrate v.证明；展示 dominate v.占据主导地位 integrate v.融合；使融入 legitimate adj.合理的 perceive v.感知；领会 prioritize v.优先考虑 psychological adj.心理的 reinforce v.加深；强化 sensation n.感官体验；感觉 subconscious adj.潜意识的 universalize v.普及 break down cultural barriers破除文化壁垒 bridge ideological gaps 弥合观念隔阂 build deeprooted connections建立深层联系 crosscultural communication跨文化交流 cultural recognition文化认同 emotional resonance情感共鸣 foster collective consciousness培养集体意识 improve sensory awareness增强感官认知 inner spiritual world内心精神世界 harmonious group relationship和谐的群体关系 physicalmental interaction身心互动 strengthen emotional bonds加深情感纽带 promote cultural integration促进文化融合 respect cultural diversity尊重文化多样性 【高考真题链接】 (2024·浙江1月高考·阅读理解A篇) Tom Sawyer Play Is an Adventure A 35-minute hand-clapping, foot-stomping musical version of a Mark Twain favorite returns with this Tall Stacks festival. “Tom Sawyer: A River Adventure” has all the good stuff, including the fence painting, the graveyard, the island and the cave. It is adapted by Joe McDonough, with music by David Kisor. That’s the local stage writing team that creates many of the Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati’s original musicals, along with the holiday family musicals at Ensemble Theatre. This year Nathan Turner of Burlington is Tom Sawyer, and Robbie McMath of Fort Mitchell is Huck Finn. Tumer, a 10th-grader at School for Creative and Performing Arts, is a familiar presence on Cincinnati’s stages. He is a star actor of Children’s Theatre, having played leading roles in “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow” and “The Wizard of Oz,” and is fresh from Jersey Production “Ragtime”. McMath is a junior at Beechwood High School. He was in the cast of “Tom Sawyer” when it was first performed and is a Children’s Theatre regular, with five shows to his credit. This summer he attended Kentucky’s Governor’s School for the Arts in Musical Theatre. Note to teachers: Children’s Theatre has a study guide demonstrating how math and science can be taught through “Tom Sawyer.” For downloadable lessons, visit the official website of Children’s Theatre. 21. Who wrote the music for “Tom Sawyer: A River Adventure”? A. David Kisor. B. Joe McDonough. C. Nathan Turner. D. Robbie McMath. 22. What can we learn about the two actors? A. They study in the same school. B. They worked together in ”Ragtime“. C. They are experienced on stage. D. They became friends ten years ago. 23. What does Children’s Theatre provide for teachers? A. Research funding. B. Training opportunities. C. Technical support. D. Educational resources. 【答案】21. A 22. C 23. D 【导语】本文是一篇应用文，文章主要介绍由马克·吐温的作品所改编的音乐剧《汤姆·索亚：河上历险记》。 21. 细节理解题。根据第二段中的“It is adapted by Joe McDonough, with music by David Kisor.(本剧由乔·麦克多诺改编，大卫·基索作曲)”可知，本剧是由大卫·基索作曲的，故选A。 22. 细节理解题。根据第四段中的“Tumer, a 10th-grader at School for Creative and Performing Arts, is a familiar presence on Cincinnati’s stages. He is a star actor of Children’s Theatre, having played leading roles in “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow” and “The Wizard of Oz,” and is fresh from Jersey Production “Ragtime”.(Tumer是一名创意与表演艺术学校的10年级学生，是辛辛那提舞台上的常客。他是儿童剧院的明星演员，曾在《断头谷的传说》和《绿野仙踪》中担任主角，也是新泽西制作公司‘Ragtime’的新成员)”可知，Tumer是辛辛那提舞台上的常客，儿童剧院的明星演员，曾在《断头谷的传说》和《绿野仙踪》中担任主角；根据第五段中的“McMath is a junior at Beechwood High School. He was in the cast of “Tom Sewyer” when it was first performed and is a Children’s Theatre regular, with five shows to his credit.(McMath是比奇伍德高中的三年级学生。他是《汤姆·休厄》首演时的演员，也是儿童剧院的常客，演出了五场)”可知，McMath也是儿童剧院的常客；综合以上信息可知，这两位演员在舞台上经验丰富，故选C。 23. 细节理解题。根据尾段中的“Note to teachers: Children’s Theatre has a study guide demonstrating how math and science can be taught through “Tom Sawyer.” For downloadable lessons, visit the official website of Children’s Theatre.(给老师们的提示：儿童剧院有一份学习指南，展示了如何通过《汤姆·索亚》教授数学和科学。如欲下载课程，请访问儿童剧院官方网站)”可知，儿童剧院为教师提供了一份学习指南，展示如何通过《汤姆·索亚》教授数学和科学，可通过儿童剧院的网站下载课程；由此可知，儿童剧院为教师提供了教育资源，故选D。 命题特点 细节理解题是高考英语阅读理解中“基于文本具体信息”的基础题型，要求考生在不进行深层主旨推断的前提下，通过精准定位原文细节、逐点比对选项，还原人物、事件、时间、地点、因果等具体信息。其核心特征是“答案源于原文，而非主观臆断”，解题关键在于“找对句子、比对信息” 命题规律 1. 事实细节题：题干特征：含 “what/where/when/who/why/how” 等疑问词，指向具体动作、对象或关系； 2. 数字信息题：题干特征：含数字、比例、时间、年龄等量化词汇，常需识别或简单计算； 3. 细节排序题：题干特征：含“order/sequence/process”等词，要求梳理事件发展或操作流程； 4. 正误判断题：题干特征：含 “true/false/correct/incorrect/except” 等词，要求验证选项与原文一致性。 细节理解题思维 1. 定位原文，直接比对； 2. 理解转化，综合判断； 3. 整合多处信息，归纳总结； 4. 定位数据，准确计算； 5. 理清时间线，逻辑排序。 细节理解题干扰项特征 1. 偷换概念：将原文中的A说成B，或改变修饰语、限定词； 2. 以偏概全：将部分情况说成全部，将个别现象说成普遍规律； 3. 无中生有：选项内容在原文中找不到依据，凭空捏造； 4. 张冠李戴：将甲事物的特征说成乙事物的特征； 5. 因果倒置：颠倒原文的因果关系，或强加因果； 6. 正误混杂：选项部分内容正确，部分内容错误。 1.That’s the local stage writing team that creates many of the Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati’s original musicals, along with the holiday family musicals at Ensemble Theatre. 抓标志：关系代词that 判类型：主句＋that引导的定语从句(修饰先行词team) 试翻译：那就是当地的舞台创作团队，他们创作了辛辛那提儿童剧院的许多原创音乐剧，以及合奏剧院的假日家庭音乐剧。 2. He is a star actor of Children’s Theatre, having played leading roles in “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow” and “The Wizard of Oz,” and is fresh from Jersey Production “Ragtime”. 抓标志：现在分词 having played；并列连词 and 判类型：主句并列结构，现在分词短语作伴随状语 试翻译：他是儿童剧院的明星演员，曾在《睡谷传说》和《绿野仙踪》当中饰演主角，刚结束泽西出品剧目《拉格泰姆》的演出。 3. He was in the cast of “Tom Sawyer” when it was first performed and is a Children’s Theatre regular, with five shows to his credit. 抓标志：从属连词when；并列连词and；介词with 判类型：由and连接的并列主句，when引导时间状语从句，with复合结构作补充状语 试翻译：该剧首次上演时他就参演了《汤姆・索亚历险记》，他也是儿童剧院的常客，已经参演五部剧目。 ①cast n.演员阵容；全体演员；v.选派角色 ②credit n.荣誉；功劳；成就 ③demonstrate /v. 证明；展示 ④downloadable /adj.可下载的 ⑤original adj.原创的；起初的 ⑥presence n.存在；出场；露面 ⑦regular n.常客；adj.经常的 ⑧footstomping跺脚的 ⑨original musicals原创音乐剧 ⑩stage writing team舞台剧创作团队 【综合实战演练】 语篇 题型 体裁 词数 内容简介 Passage 1 阅读理解 应用文 317 不同音乐风格的历史、特点以及它们对现代音乐的影响 Passage 2 阅读理解 记叙文 312 美国音乐家Mark Levine依托创作深耕中外文化交流 Passage 3 阅读理解 说明文 291 探析音乐触发情绪的内在原理 Passage 4 阅读理解 说明文 273 音乐在我们的生活中扮演着重要角色 Passage 5 阅读理解 新闻报道 330 探析歌曲《孤勇者》风靡小学生群体的缘由与孩童理解 Passage 6 阅读理解七选五 说明文 273 学习乐器可从多维度增益身心发展 Passage 7 阅读理解七选五 说明文 245 音乐的多元形态、产业发展与精神价值 Passage 8 完形填空 记叙文 308 Amy Anderson以音乐传递美好、治愈人心 Passage 9 完形填空 记叙文 232 音乐慰藉病患，经历重塑信念 Passage 10 语法填空 说明文 231 贝多芬的生平、成就与行业影响 Passage 1 (2026·吉林·模拟预测) Classical music Classical music is the music of European courts and big concert halls. Specifically, classical music refers to orchestral music of the 18th and early-19th century, which is played with traditional European instruments, often in large orchestras. Beethoven and Mozart are two of the most famous classical composers. Blues Blues started off as the music of the African slaves who were brought to the United States, closely related to the music of West Africa. It became well-known throughout the world through musicians such as Muddy Waters and B. B. King. In many ways, blues remains an important element in many of today’s popular tunes. Jazz Jazz grew out of blues. As with blues, one of the important elements of jazz is improvisation(即兴演奏). Improvisation happens when a musician plays unwritten music to fit the mood of the occasion. One of the most famous names in jazz is Miles Davis. He was famous for always finding new ways of playing jazz, and for many people, this represented the spirit of jazz. Rock’n’roll and rock Rock’n’roll developed from fast blues. Chuck Berry and Elvis Presley were the big names in rock’n’roll and the Beatles in England took the music and made their own sounds from it. When the guitars got louder and the guitar solos(独奏)got longer, rock’n’roll became just rock. Now rock is one of the most popular forms of music in the world and its fans can be found all over the world. Creating new music Today, these names of music styles are less important to musicians. Radio, television and the Internet have made it easier for sounds to travel across cultures, and styles have become more mixed. If there is one thing the history of popular music has shown, it is that good musicians will always create new music from the different styles they hear. 1. Which is still a vital part in today’s popular tunes? A. Blues. B. Jazz. C. Classical music. D. Rock’n’roll and rock. 2. Which of the following persons is famous for Rock music? A. Mozart. B. Muddy Waters. C. Miles Davis. D. Elvis Presley. 3. What can we learn from the passage? A. The technological development limits the spread of music. B. It’s easier for different music to maintain their own unique styles. C. The best musicians attach importance to the names of music styles. D. New music by good musicians can gain its place in the history of popular music. 【答案】1. A 2. D 3. D 【导语】本文是一篇应用文。主要讲的是几种不同音乐风格的历史、特点以及它们对现代音乐的影响。 1. 细节理解题。根据Blues部分的“In many ways, blues remains an important element in many of today’s popular tunes.(在许多方面，蓝调仍然是当今许多流行曲调的重要元素)”可知，在今天的流行曲调中，蓝调仍然是至关重要的一部分，故选A。 2. 细节理解题。根据Rock’n’roll and rock部分的“Chuck Berry and Elvis Presley were the big names in rock’n’roll and the Beatles in England took the music and made their own sounds from it.(Chuck Berry和Elvis Presley是摇滚界的大明星，而英国的Beatles乐队则将这种音乐发扬并创造出自己的声音)”可知，Elvis Presley以摇滚乐闻名，故选D。 3. 细节理解题。根据最后一段“If there is one thing the history of popular music has shown, it is that good musicians will always create new music from the different styles they hear.(如果流行音乐的历史表明了一件事，那就是好的音乐家总是会从他们听到的不同风格中创造新的音乐)”可知，优秀音乐家的新音乐可以在流行音乐史上占有一席之地，故选D。 Passage 2 (25-26高二下·新疆喀什·期中)American musician Mark Levine’s journey with China began 21 years ago as an English teacher. Levine didn’t realize at the time that he would soon come to fall in love with the country. What started as a career-oriented move turned into a profound personal connection, leading him to call China his long-term home. Levine found his unique voice by documenting his experiences through music. To date, he has composed over 80 songs inspired by China, with themes ranging from the lives of migrant workers to the country’s vast natural landscapes. His musical partnership with Chinese artist Fu Han in their duo(二重唱)“In Side Out” symbolizes the interweaving of Eastern and Western cultures, much like the two sides of a single piece of clothing. Living through China’s rapid development provided Levine with firsthand material. Observing the shared sense of responsibility among Chinese people, he was inspired to write the song “Together we must take a stand”, capturing the spirit of unity he witnessed. He has described feeling safer in China than anywhere else. Believing that many international perceptions of China are incomplete or inaccurate, Levine took to writing. His 2014 book, Stories from My Chinese Journey, offers a ground-level view of daily life and culture. He often builds his narratives from real conversations, aiming to let China speak for itself. This effort to bridge the understanding gap, presenting a China defined by the friendliness of its people and the energy of its progress, was recognized with the distinguished Chinese Government Friendship Award in 2014. Having traveled to 29 provinces, Levine is most struck by the warmth and diversity of the people. When asked about his future, his answer is heartfelt and definitive: China is his home. Through teaching, music, and writing, he continues to build cultural bridges, sharing the stories of the country he has grown to love. 1. How did Mark Levine’s relationship with China change over time? A. It evolved into a deep emotional bond. B. It fully met his initial expectations. C. It ended after he finished teaching. D. It remained strictly professional. 2. Why does the author use the comparison “like the two sides of a single piece of clothing” when describing the duo? A. To argue for the superiority of one culture over the other. B. To contrast the distinct characteristics of the two cultures. C. To highlight the challenges of cross-cultural communication. D. To visualize the inseparable unity formed by the cultural integration. 3. What is the main reason for Levine’s receiving the Chinese Government Friendship Award? A. His popular music about China. B. His long - term English teaching. C. His work promoting a truer image of China. D. His reporting on the daily lives of Chinese people. 4. Which of the following best describes Levine’s role as described in the text? A. A journalist reporting on China’s social issues. B. A historian documenting China’s ancient wonders. C. An English teacher who occasionally writes songs. D. A cross-cultural communicator through music and writing. 【答案】1. A 2. D 3. C 4. D 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文，主要讲述了美国音乐家Mark Levine与中国结缘二十余载，通过音乐和写作促进东西方文化交流的故事。 1. 细节理解题。根据文章第一段“What started as a career-oriented move turned into a profound personal connection, leading him to call China his long-term home.(起初是为了职业发展，后来变成了深厚的个人联系，使他称中国为长期的家园)”可知，Levine与中国的关系演变成了深厚的情感纽带，故选A。 2. 推理判断题。根据文章第二段“His musical partnership with Chinese artist Fu Han in their duo ‘In Side Out’ symbolizes the interweaving of Eastern and Western cultures, much like the two sides of a single piece of clothing.(他与中国艺术家付涵的二重唱“Inside Out”象征着东西方文化的交织，就像一件衣服的两面)”作者运用此比喻是为了形象地展示两种文化融合形成的不可分割的统一体，故选D。 3. 细节理解题。根据文章第四段“This effort to bridge the understanding gap, presenting a China defined by the friendliness of its people and the energy of its progress, was recognized with the distinguished Chinese Government Friendship Award in 2014.(这种弥合理解差距的努力，展现了一个由人民友好和进步活力所定义的中国，于2014年获得了中国政府友谊奖)”可知，Levine获奖的主要原因是其作品促进了中国真实形象的传播，故选C。 4. 推理判断题。根据文章最后一段“Through teaching, music, and writing, he continues to build cultural bridges, sharing the stories of the country he has grown to love.(通过教学、音乐和写作，他不断搭建文化桥梁，分享他所爱之国的故事)”可推知，Levine扮演的角色是通过音乐和写作进行跨文化交流的传播者，故选D。 Passage 3 (25-26高二上·浙江·期末)It’s common knowledge that music can stir our emotions, but the reason why has long been debated. A popular theory suggests that our emotional response to music comes from the interplay between expectation and surprise. As we listen, our brains constantly predict what will come next based on what we’ve heard. When these predictions are fulfilled, or sometimes cleverly broken, we experience a range of feelings. Recently, a team of scientists decided to find a way to measure this concept of predictability in music. They developed a scientific method to measure a piece of music’s “memory.” This technique analyzes how similar a sequence of notes is to the notes that preceded it. If this “memory” lasts for a long time, the music follows a more predictable path. In contrast, if the “memory” fades quickly, it signals that the music is full of changes and surprises, making it harder to anticipate. The researchers applied this method to over 550 works, including both jazz and classical music. They found a universal pattern: every piece has a period where its “memory” is strong, making it easy to follow. Yet, there is always a specific turning point. After this point, the music’s connection to its past fades, and it becomes much less predictable. The length of time before this turning point varies greatly. This discovery allows for a new kind of comparison between musical styles and composers. For example, jazz pieces generally reach the unpredictable stage much faster than classical compositions, making them less predictable overall. Significant differences were also found between classical masters. Compositions by Bach typically have a shorter period of predictability than those by Mozart. This suggests that while Mozart’s music holds our expectations longer, Bach’s offers more frequent changes and surprises. 1. How did scientists measure the predictability of music? A. By studying listeners’ emotional responses. B. By comparing the speed of different music pieces. C. By analyzing the similarity between note sequences. D. By counting the number of surprises in a piece. 2. What can be inferred about jazz music compared to classical music? A. It is more emotionally powerful. B. It follows a less predictable pattern. C. It requires more musical skill to perform. D. It has a longer history of development. 3. Which of the following is the best title for the passage? A. The Emotional Power of Music B. Jazz vs. Classical: A Scientific Comparison C. Measuring Musical Surprise and Expectation D. The Genius of Bach and Mozart 4. According to the study, what is a feature of Mozart’s compositions? A. They have more frequent changes than Bach’s. B. They become unpredictable more quickly. C. They are generally less popular than jazz. D. They allow for longer periods of anticipation. 【答案】1. C 2. B 3. C 4. D 【导语】这是一篇说明文。主要说明了音乐引发情绪的缘由存争议，主流理论指向期待与意外的互动，科学家测算音乐可预测性发现共性规律，还可依此区分不同音乐风格与作曲家。 1. 细节理解题。根据第二段“They developed a scientific method to measure a piece of music’s “memory.” This technique analyzes how similar a sequence of notes is to the notes that preceded it.(他们开发出了一种科学的方法来衡量一首音乐作品的“记忆度”。这种方法会分析一系列音符与之前音符的相似程度)”可知，科学家通过分析一个音符序列与前面音符序列的相似性来衡量音乐的可预测性，故选C。 2. 推理判断题。根据第四段“For example, jazz pieces generally reach the unpredictable stage much faster than classical compositions, making them less predictable overall.(例如，爵士乐曲通常比古典乐曲更快地进入难以预测的阶段，因此整体上它们的可预测性要低得多)”可知，与古典音乐相比，爵士乐遵循着一个更难预测的模式，故选B。 3. 主旨大意题。根据第一段“It’s common knowledge that music can stir our emotions, but the reason why has long been debated. A popular theory suggests that our emotional response to music comes from the interplay between expectation and surprise. As we listen, our brains constantly predict what will come next based on what we’ve heard. When these predictions are fulfilled, or sometimes cleverly broken, we experience a range of feelings.(众所周知，音乐能够触动我们的情感，但其背后的原因长期以来一直存在争议。一种流行的理论认为，我们对音乐产生的情感反应源于期待与惊喜之间的相互作用。当我们聆听音乐时，我们的大脑会根据所听到的内容不断预测接下来会发生什么。当这些预测得以实现，或者有时又被巧妙地打破时，我们就会产生各种各样的感受)”以及文章的核心内容是科学家如何“测量”音乐中的“惊喜与期待”。文章从音乐情感源于期待与惊喜的理论入手，重点介绍了一种新的测量方法，并应用该方法比较了不同音乐风格和作曲家。选项C“测量音乐的惊喜与期待”最符合文章标题，故选C。 4. 细节理解题。根据最后一段“This suggests that while Mozart’s music holds our expectations longer, Bach’s offers more frequent changes and surprises.(这表明，莫扎特的音乐能让我们更长时间地保持期待状态，而巴赫的音乐则会带来更频繁的变化和惊喜)”可知，研究表明莫扎特的音乐能让人有更长的期待时间，故选D。 Passage 4 (25-26高二上·西藏昌都·期末)In all the world’s cultures, people sing, play instruments, and celebrate with music. It plays such an important role in our lives that all fields focus on its study, including one looking at the biology of music. Experts are finding that because of the way our brains process music, learning to play an instrument or just listening to music can have a wide range of benefits. Music education has received a lot of attention. Learning to play an instrument can help children improve math, science, and language skills. One study in Canada tracked children’s IQ scores for nine months, discovering that children who studied music had the biggest test score improvement. The secret may lie in the way reading music and playing notes use several areas of the brain, thus increasing our ability to learn school subjects. For example, reading notes improves spatial(空间的)reasoning skills, which are helpful in solving math problems. Music is also used for medical purposes, such as the treatment of diseases which affect memory. The secret lies in the way the brain processes music. One area near the forehead, the medial prefrontal cortex, connects music with memories stored in two other areas: the amygdala and hippocampus. That’s why an old song can remind you of something that happened years ago. For patients suffering from diseases like Alzheimer’s, listening to music can help unlock buried memories. With the evidence of music’s benefits pouring in, it’s no wonder some countries make music study a part of their education systems. People are recognizing that music is more than just a form of entertainment. It’s also great for the brain. 1. Why do people study music? A. Because music can be used for medical treatments. B. Because our brains can process music in different ways. C. Because music plays a very important role in our lives. D. Because music education has received a lot of attention. 2. According to the Canadian study, which children had the most increased IQ scores? A. Those who already had high IQs. B. Those who listened to music sometimes. C. Those who could not play any instrument. D. Those who studied music for a period of time. 3. Which of the following is a kind of disease? A. Alzheimer’s. B. Spatial reasoning. C. The amygdala and hippocampus. D. The medial prefrontal cortex. 4. What can be the best title for the text? A. Music and health B. Music and mind C. Music and education D. Music and instruments 【答案】1. C 2. D 3. A 4. B 【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章主要阐述了音乐在我们的生活中扮演着重要角色，且学习音乐或听音乐对大脑有诸多益处，包括提升孩子学业成绩、帮助治疗疾病等，强调音乐不仅是一种娱乐形式，对大脑也很有益。 1. 细节理解题。根据第一段“In all the world’s cultures, people sing, play instruments, and celebrate with music. It plays such an important role in our lives that all fields focus on its study, including one looking at the biology of music.(在世界上所有的文化中，人们都唱歌、演奏乐器，并用音乐来庆祝。它在我们的生活中扮演着如此重要的角色，以至于所有领域都关注它的研究，包括一个研究音乐生物学的领域)”可知，人们研究音乐是因为音乐在我们的生活中扮演着非常重要的角色，故选C。 2. 细节理解题。根据第二段“One study in Canada tracked children’s IQ scores for nine months, discovering that children who studied music had the biggest test score improvement.(加拿大的一项研究对儿童的智商分数进行了为期九个月的跟踪调查，发现学习音乐的儿童考试成绩提高幅度最大)”可知，根据加拿大的研究，学习了一段时间音乐的孩子智商分数提高最多，故选D。 3. 细节理解题。根据第三段“For patients suffering from diseases like Alzheimer’s, listening to music can help unlock buried memories.(对于患有阿尔茨海默氏症等疾病的患者来说，听音乐可以帮助解开埋藏的记忆)”可知，Alzheimer’s(阿尔茨海默氏症)是一种疾病，故选A。 4. 主旨大意题。根据第一段“Experts are finding that because of the way our brains process music, learning to play an instrument or just listening to music can have a wide range of benefits.(专家们发现，由于我们大脑处理音乐的方式，学习演奏乐器或只是听音乐可以带来广泛的好处)”以及全文内容可知，文章主要围绕音乐对大脑的益处展开，介绍了音乐教育对孩子学业成绩的提升以及音乐在医疗方面对大脑的作用等。由此可知，“Music and mind(音乐与大脑)”适合作为文章标题，故选B。 Passage 5 (25-26高二上·新疆昌吉·期末)From online to offline, the popularity of the song “The Lonely Brave” can be called “the most dazzling(炫目的)ethnic style” among elementary school students. What is the magic of “The Lonely Brave”? “The Lonely Brave itself is the Chinese theme song of the cartoon “League of Legends: Battle of the Two Cities”. The song is sung by Eason Chan, written by Tang Tian and composed by Qian Lei. Tang Tian has been fond of music and writing since she was a child. When her talent was gradually recognized, unluckily, in 2012, she was diagnosed with stage III nasopharyngeal(鼻咽)cancer. Instead of yielding, she actively cooperated with the treatment. In November 2021,Tang Tian wrote the song for her idol Eason Chan. Two students from a primary school in Wuhan, Hubei, played the song on the piano, arousing many onlookers, and slowly everyone sang along. The video went viral(传播)as soon as it was posted on the Internet. Then, a video of a drum player in Guizhou was also circulated on the Internet. What exactly is this song that has conquered tens of thousands of children? Let’s see what the children have to say. “I like the last line of the lyrics, who said that those who stand in the light are heroes, and if there is no flash, those who are unknown are not heroes?” “The lonely brave people are those who are not afraid of hardships and risk their lives to cut thorns for others or themselves. They dare to fight and fight against fate.” “After listening to the song, I thought of the delivery boy. Go? Is it worthy? This ragged cloak(披风). Fight? Fight! With the humble dreams, they all play the role of ordinary people in their lives and try to fight for their dreams.” The lonely hero in everyone’s heart is different, but they are all those who shine in the dark without expecting anything in return. 1. What can you learn about the song “The Lonely Brave”? A. The explosion of the song is expected. B. The song is written by Tang Tian after her recovery. C. The song is less attractive than the cartoon “League of Legends”. D. The two students’ video became an instant hit when posted on the Internet. 2. What does the underlined word “yielding” in paragraph 2 mean? A. Ignorance. B. Anger. C. Giving up. D. Disapproving. 3. Why is the song “The Lonely Brave” popular with elementary school students? A. It is sung by Eason Chan. B. It reflects the life of children. C. Its lyrics are inspiring. D. It is of a traditional ethnic style. 4. Who are “the lonely brave” in children’s heart? A. Those with bravery and devotion. B. Those standing in the light. C. Those with adventurous tastes. D. Those hiding in the dark. 【答案】1. D 2. C 3. C 4. A 【导语】本文是一篇新闻报道。主要讲述了歌曲《孤勇者》从线上到线下在小学学生群体中广受欢迎的现象，并分析了其受欢迎的原因以及孩子们心中“孤勇者”的形象。 1. 细节理解题。根据第三段“Two students from a primary school in Wuhan, Hubei, played the song on the piano, arousing many onlookers, and slowly everyone sang along. The video went viral(传播)as soon as it was posted on the Internet.(湖北武汉一所小学的两名学生用钢琴演奏了这首歌，引起了众多围观者的注意，慢慢地大家都跟着唱了起来。视频一上传到网上就迅速传播开来)”可知，这两个学生的视频一上传到网上就迅速走红，故选D。 2. 词义猜测题。根据第二段“When her talent was gradually recognized, unluckily, in 2012, she was diagnosed with stage III nasopharyngeal(鼻咽)cancer. Instead of yielding, she actively cooperated with the treatment.(当她的才华逐渐得到认可时，不幸的是，2012年，她被诊断出患有三期鼻咽癌。她没有________，而是积极配合治疗)”可知，她被诊断出患有癌症后，没有放弃，而是积极配合治疗，所以yielding意思是“放弃”，故选C。 3. 推理判断题。根据第四段孩子们对这首歌的评价，如“I like the last line of the lyrics(歌词), who said that those who stand in the light are heroes, and if there is no flash, those who are unknown are not heroes?(我喜欢歌词的最后一行，谁说站在光里的才算英雄，没有闪光，那些默默无闻的就不是英雄？)”以及“The lonely brave people are those who are not afraid of hardships and risk their lives to cut thorns for others or themselves. They dare to fight and fight against fate.(孤独勇敢的人是那些不怕艰难困苦，为别人或自己冒生命危险斩荆棘的人。他们敢于战斗，与命运抗争)”等可知，这首歌的歌词很鼓舞人心，所以深受小学生的喜爱，故选C。 4. 推理判断题。根据第四段孩子们对这首歌的评价以及最后一段“The lonely hero in everyone’s heart is different, but they are all those who shine in the dark without expecting anything in return.(每个人心中的孤独英雄都不一样，但他们都是在黑暗中发光而不求回报的人)”可知，孩子们心中的“孤勇者”是那些勇敢且有奉献精神的人，故选A。 Passage 6 (25-26高二上·河北秦皇岛·期中) The Benefits of Learning a Musical Instrument We often hear about the joys of music, but the benefits of actively learning to play an instrument go far beyond simple entertainment. Neuroscience has shown that engaging with music in this way provides a powerful workout for the brain, leading to a wide range of cognitive and emotional advantages. ___1___ Playing an instrument requires the brain to process multiple pieces of information at once: reading sheet music, translating it into motor movements, listening to the sound produced, and adjusting in real-time. This strengthens the corpus callosum, the bridge between the brain’s two hemispheres, leading to improved problem-solving skills and creativity. Furthermore, learning music is a masterclass in patience and discipline. ___2___This process teaches delayed gratification and the value of persistent effort, qualities that are transferable to academic and professional life. ___3___ It can be a powerful outlet for expressing emotions that are hard to put into words. Playing a piece of music can be a form of stress relief, providing a focus that calms the mind and reduces anxiety. ___4___ Being part of a band, orchestra, or even a casual jam session fosters teamwork, communication, and a sense of belonging. You learn to listen to others and work together to create something greater than the sum of its parts. Finally, the sense of achievement that comes from mastering a difficult piece or performing for an audience is a tremendous boost to self-confidence. ___5___ So, whether you’re picking up a guitar for the first time or returning to the piano, remember that you’re not just making music—you’re building a better brain. A. Music also has significant social benefits. B. It requires regular and focused practice to see progress. C. It proves that you can overcome challenges with dedication. D. There is no doubt that music is the best way to relieve stress. E. Musical training is primarily about becoming a famous musician. F. Unlike passive listening, playing an instrument is a complex task. G. On an emotional level, making music can be incredibly therapeutic. 【答案】1. F 2. B 3. G 4. A 5. C 【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章指出学习演奏乐器的益处远超单纯娱乐，神经科学研究表明其能锻炼大脑并带来多种认知和情感优势，随后从认知能力、耐心自律、情感疗愈、社交益处和自信心提升五个方面具体阐述学习乐器的好处。 1. 上文“Neuroscience has shown that engaging with music in this way provides a powerful workout for the brain, leading to a wide range of cognitive and emotional advantages.(神经科学研究表明，以这种方式接触音乐能为大脑提供强有力的锻炼，带来广泛的认知和情感优势)”提出学习乐器对大脑和认知情感有益的观点，下文“Playing an instrument requires the brain to process multiple pieces of information at once: reading sheet music, translating it into motor movements, listening to the sound produced, and adjusting in real-time. (演奏乐器需要大脑同时处理多条信息：识谱、将乐谱转化为动作、聆听演奏出的声音，并实时调整)”具体说明演奏乐器的复杂性。F项“与被动聆听不同，演奏乐器是一项复杂的任务”承上启下，“playing an instrument”呼应上文“engaging with music in this way”，“complex task”引出下文对演奏乐器复杂过程的描述，逻辑连贯，故选F。 2. 上文“Furthermore, learning music is a masterclass in patience and discipline. (此外，学习音乐是培养耐心和自律的绝佳方式)”提出学习音乐能培养耐心和自律的观点，下文“This process teaches delayed  gratification and the value of persistent effort, qualities that are  transferable to academic and professional life.(这个过程教会了延迟满足和坚持不懈努力的价值，这些品质可以转移到学术和职业生活中)”说明该过程的作用。B项“它需要有规律且专注的练习才能看到进步”中的“it”指代“learning music”，“regular and focused practice”具体解释了学习音乐如何培养耐心和自律，“this process”即指代该练习过程，衔接自然，故选B。 3. 下文“It can be a powerful outlet for expressing emotions that are hard to put into words. Playing a piece of music can be a form of stress relief, providing a focus that calms the mind and reduces anxiety. (它是表达难以用语言言说的情感的有效途径。演奏一段音乐可以作为一种减压方式，让人集中注意力，平复心情并减轻焦虑)”主要阐述学习乐器在情感表达和减压方面的作用。G项“在情感层面，演奏音乐具有极强的疗愈效果”作为该段主旨句，“emotional level”和“therapeutic”精准概括下文情感表达、减压等内容，引出下文具体阐述，故选G。 4. 下文“Being part of a band, orchestra, or even a casual jam session fosters teamwork, communication, and a sense of belonging. (加入乐队、管弦乐队，甚至是临时的即兴演奏会，都能培养团队合作精神、沟通能力和归属感)”主要说明学习乐器在社交方面的好处。A项“音乐还具有显著的社交益处”作为该段主旨句，“social benefits”直接点明下文核心内容，“also”承接前文认知、情感方面的益处，形成递进关系，故选A。 5. 上文“Finally, the sense of achievement that comes from mastering a difficult piece or performing for an audience is a tremendous boost to self-confidence. (最后，掌握一首难度较大的曲子或为观众表演所带来的成就感，能极大地提升自信心)”提出学习乐器能提升自信心的观点。C项“它证明了你可以通过投入来克服挑战”中的“it”指代前文“mastering a difficult piece or performing for an audience”的行为，解释了该行为为何能提升自信心，进一步强化观点，符合语境，故选C。 Passage 7 (25-26高二上·河南·阶段检测)Can you think of a day without music? We can hear music everywhere: in the streets and at home, over the radio and on TV, in the shops and in the parks. ___1___ They listen to music, they dance to music, and they learn to play musical instruments. Music isn’t only a combination of pleasant sounds. It is an art which reflects life. There are a lot of different kinds of music. Some of them appeared long ago, and some are modern. Folk music appeared long ago, but it is still alive. Folk songs are very pleasant to listen to. ___2___ Rap is a modern musical style where the singer speaks or shouts the words in time to music with a steady beat. Great Britain has produced more popular music stars than any other country. British groups often set new trends in music. ___3___ Many of the new bands have been able to use changes in technology to develop their music such as computerised drum machines, synthesisers and other electronic instruments. 4 So people’s musical interests range from pop and rock music to classical music and opera. My favourite style of music is pop music, because it is full of energy. When I listen to pop music it makes me remember happy times and forget the problems of everyday life. I also enjoy listening to classical music. Music appeals to our hearts. ___5___ Music is beauty in sounds; it is our magic source of inspiration. A. Tastes differ. B. Music is quite unlike any other art form. C. It comforts our souls and enriches our minds. D. People all over the world are fond of music. E. Classical music is often associated with the music of the past. F. New styles, groups and singers continue to appear. G. Music is a great channel for releasing your emotions. 【答案】1. D 2. E 3. F 4. A 5. C 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要讲述了音乐无处不在，是反映生活的艺术，介绍了不同种类的音乐、英国的音乐产业、人们音乐兴趣的多样性以及音乐对人们心灵的触动。 1. 由上文“We can hear music everywhere: in the streets and at home, over the radio and on TV, in the shops and in the parks.(我们到处都能听到音乐：在街上，在家里，通过收音机，在电视上，在商店里，在公园里。)”可知，本空应强调全世界人们对音乐的喜爱。D选项“People all over the world are fond of music.(世界各地的人们都喜欢音乐)”能承接上文，符合题意，故选D。 2. 由上文“Folk music appeared long ago, but it is still alive. Folk songs are very pleasant to listen to.(民间音乐很早就出现了，但它仍然存在。民歌听起来很悦耳。)”及下文“Rap is a modern musical style where the singer speaks or shouts the words in time to music with a steady beat.(说唱乐是一种现代音乐风格，歌手随着音乐的稳定节奏说出或喊出歌词)”可知，本空应在“传统民间音乐”与“现代说唱音乐”之间形成过渡，体现音乐风格的多样性。E选项“Classical music is often associated with the music of the past.(古典音乐通常与过去的音乐相关联)”补充了另一种传统音乐类型，与上文的民间音乐、下文的现代说唱形成 “传统—现代”的对比，符合“不同音乐种类”的话题逻辑，符合题意，故选E。 3. 由上文“Great Britain has produced more popular music stars than any other country. British groups often set new trends in music.(英国产生的流行音乐明星比其他任何国家都多。英国乐队经常开创音乐新潮流。)”可知，本空应介绍音乐的发展情况。F选项“New styles, groups and singers continue to appear.(新的风格、乐队和歌手不断涌现)”既呼应了上文“引领新潮流”，又为下文“新乐队”的内容做铺垫，符合逻辑，故选F。 4. 由下文“So people’s musical interests range from pop and rock music to classical music and opera. (因此人们的音乐兴趣从流行摇滚到古典音乐和歌剧不等)”可知，本空应解释人们音乐兴趣多样的原因。A选项“Tastes differ.(品味不同)”是下文“兴趣广泛”的原因，能引出下文，符合题意，故选A。 5. 由上文“Music appeals to our hearts.(音乐打动我们的心。)”及下文“Music is beauty in sounds; it is our magic source of inspiration.(音乐是声音中的美；它是我们神奇的灵感源泉。)”可知，本空应继续阐述音乐对人的积极影响，衔接“打动心灵”与“灵感源泉”。C选项“It comforts our souls and enriches our minds.(它慰藉我们的灵魂，丰富我们的思想)”从“心灵慰藉”和“思想丰富”两个角度补充了音乐的作用，能承上启下，符合题意，故选C。 Passage 8 (24-25高二上·广东深圳·期中)Music can make us happy, peaceful or sad. Amy Anderson, as an orchestra conductor, brings music to life, allowing people to experience many___1___that music can give. Anderson fell in love with music when she was a child. She began playing the piano at seven and started composing at nine. She bought many videos ___2___ by the world’s great orchestras and conductors and listened to them for hours on end. During a concert, the audience see the ___3___ of a conductor and the arm movements he or she makes. However, what audiences do not see is all the work the conductor has done before the ___4___. Months before a concert, Anderson studies the music by ___5___ it on the piano. She listens to recordings, reads about the composer’s life, and reviews historical events that would have influenced the composer. She believes there must be hidden messages behind them, and it is her goal to express the music as the composer ___6___. While conducting, Anderson uses her whole body to ___7___ how the music should sound and feel. Her ___8___ are dramatic when the music is ___9___, and gentle when the music is peaceful. To help young musicians better ___10___ how to play the music, Anderson might tell them to imagine a ___11___ and leisurely walk or a ship being tossed by waves. “It is the ability of music to reach people that I value most,” said Anderson. She has seen audiences at her concerts ___12___, clap together in rhythm, and shout “Bravo!” ___13___, audiences are even moved to tears. After one concert in Serbia, audiences ___14___ around the orchestra’s buses and cheered for the young musicians as they climbed aboard. Anderson is happy, knowing that she and the musicians have changed lives for the better, ___15___ spirits and brought joy to people. 1. A. thoughts B. changes C. feelings D. characters 2. A. caught B. directed C. invented D. recorded 3. A. shadow B. back C. chest D. nose 4. A. task B. game C. schedule D. performance 5. A. playing B. getting C. making D. beating 6. A. recommended B. encouraged C. changed D. intended 7. A. judge B. express C. prove D. find 8. A. movements B. voices C. tones D. manners 9. A. quiet B. sad C. energetic D. magical 10. A. plan B. understand C. decide D. respond 11. A. calm B. violent C. short D. sensitive 12. A. touch B. escape C. applaud D. nod 13. A. Regularly B. Hopefully C. Fortunately D. Rarely 14. A. collected B. approached C. surrounded D. gathered 15. A. took up B. turned up C. lifted up D. gave up 【答案】 1. C 2. D 3. B 4. D 5. A 6. D 7. B 8. A 9. C 10. B 11. A 12. C 13. A 14. D 15. C 【导语】这是一篇记叙文，主要讲的是Amy Anderson是乐队的指挥，她对音乐有独特的理解，在指挥时她经常将音乐表现得淋漓尽致，看到音乐能改变人的人生，升华人的精神、并给人们带来快乐，她很高兴。 1. 考查名词词义辨析。句意：Amy Anderson作为一名乐团指挥，赋予音乐生命，让人们能够体验到音乐所能带来的众多感受。A. thoughts想法；B. changes变化；C. feelings感受，感觉；D. characters特征，人物角色。根据上文“Music can make us happy, peaceful or sad”可知，音乐能使人感到开心、平和或悲伤，这些都是音乐带给人的感受，此处用feelings符合语境，故选C。 2. 考查动词词义辨析。句意：她买了许多世界上最伟大的管弦乐队和指挥家录制的录像带，一听就是几个小时。A. caught捕捉；B. directed指导；C. invented发明；D. recorded录制。根据空后“by the world’s great orchestras and conductors”以及常识可知，此处指由管弦乐队和指挥家录制的录像带，此处用recorded符合语境，故选D。 3. 考查名词词义辨析。句意：在音乐会上，观众可以看到指挥家的背影和他/她的手臂动作。A. shadow影子；B. back背部；C. chest胸部，胸膛；D. nose鼻子。根据下文“of a conductor and the arm movements he or she makes”及常识可知，音乐会上，指挥一般是背对着观众的，因此观众只能看到他的背部和手上的动作，此处用back符合语境，故选B。 4. 考查名词词义辨析。句意：然而，观众看不到的是指挥在演出前所做的一切。A. task任务；B. game游戏，比赛；C. schedule计划表；D. performance表演。根据前面的“During a concert, the audience see the back of a conductor and the arm movements he or she makes”以及前后逻辑可知，观众能看到音乐会上指挥的背和动作，但却看不到音乐会前他所作的准备工作，故此处指“音乐会表演前”，用performance符合语境，故选D。 5. 考查动词词义辨析。句意：在音乐会前的几个月，Anderson通过在钢琴上弹奏这首曲子来研究它。A. playing演奏；B. getting得到；C. making制作；D. beating敲击。根据前面的“Anderson studies the music”和后面的“on the piano”可知，Anderson主要通过不断在钢琴上弹奏该曲子来研究，此处用play符合语境，故选A。 6. 考查动词词义辨析。句意：她相信这些音乐背后一定有隐藏的信息，她的目标是按照作曲家的意图表达音乐。A. recommended推荐；B. encouraged鼓励；C. changed改变；D. intended打算，想要。根据上文“She believes there must be hidden messages behind them”可知，Anderson不断弹奏曲子，是希望能按照作曲家们原本创作时的想法，把曲子再创作出来，此处用intended符合语境，故选D。 7. 考查动词词义辨析。句意：在指挥时，Anderson用她的全身来表达音乐应有的声音和感觉。A. judge判断；B. express表达；C. prove证明；D. find发现。根据下文“how the music should sound and feel”以及“and gentle when the music is peaceful”可知，Anderson作为指挥用身体来表达音乐应有的声音和感觉，故选B。 8. 考查名词词义辨析。句意：当音乐充满活力时，她的动作很夸张；当音乐平静时，她的动作就很轻柔。A. movements活动，动作；B. voices嗓音；C. tones音调；D. manners方式，礼貌。根据上文“Anderson uses her whole body”可知，Anderson用自己的身体来表达音乐应有的声音和感觉，所以当音乐充满活力时，她的动作很夸张，故选A。 9. 考查形容词词义辨析。句意：当音乐充满活力时，她的动作很夸张；当音乐平静时，她的动作就很轻柔。A. quiet安静的；B. sad悲伤的；C. energetic充满活力的；D. magical神奇的，有魔力的。根据后面的“and gentle when the music is peaceful”可知，音乐平静时，动作轻柔；动作变得夸张时，说明音乐充满活力，此处energetic符合语境，故选C。 10. 考查动词词义辨析。句意：为了帮助年轻的音乐家更好地理解如何演奏音乐，安德森可能会告诉他们想象一段平静悠闲的行走，或者一艘被海浪颠簸的船。A. plan计划；B. understand理解；C. decide决定；D. respond回应。根据下文的“Anderson might tell them to imagine a”和“and leisurely walk or a ship being tossed by waves”可知，此处是在教年轻音乐家们如何“更好地理解”音乐，用understand符合语境，故选B。 11. 考查形容词词义辨析。句意：为了帮助年轻的音乐家更好地理解如何演奏音乐，安德森可能会告诉他们想象一段平静悠闲的行走，或者一艘被海浪颠簸的船。A. calm平静的；B. violent暴力的；C. short短暂的；D. sensitive敏感的，易受影响的。根据后面的“and leisurely walk or a ship being tossed by waves”可知，能与leisurely构成并列的词，只有calm，此处表示“平静悠闲地步行”，故选A。 12. 考查动词词义辨析。句意：在她的音乐会上，她看到观众们在鼓掌，一起跟着节奏拍手，并高喊“太棒了！”A. touch触碰；B. escape逃离；C. applaud鼓掌；D. nod点头。根据后面的“clap together in rhythm, and shout ‘Bravo!’”可知，她的音乐会很棒，经常受到观众们的鼓掌和欢呼，此处applaud符合语境，故选C。 13. 考查副词词义辨析。句意：观众经常甚至会被感动得流下眼泪。A. Regularly定期地，经常；B. Hopefully有希望地；C. Fortunately幸运的是；D. Rarely罕见地。根据上文“It is the ability of music to reach people that I value most”和下文“audiences are even moved to tears”可知，观众经常会被感动落泪，故选A。 14. 考查动词词义辨析。句意：在塞尔维亚的一场音乐会结束后，当年轻的音乐家们上车时，观众们聚集在管弦乐队的巴士周围，为他们欢呼。 A. collected收集，聚集；B. approached接近；C. surrounded围绕，包围；D. gathered聚集。根据后面的“around the orchestra’s buses and cheered for the young musicians”可知，这些观众聚集在巴士周围，为他们欢呼， gather常与around搭配，表示“围在一起”，故选D。 15. 考查动词短语辨析。句意：知道自己和音乐家们改变了人们的生活，让生活变得更好，鼓舞了人们的精神，给人们带来了快乐，Anderson很高兴。A. took up占据；B. turned up出现；C. lifted up激励，振奋；D. gave up放弃。根据后面的“spirits and brought joy to people”可知，此处指“振奋人们的精神”，lifted up符合语境，故选C。 Passage 9 (25-26高二上·辽宁辽阳·期末)Three years ago, when Clarice was just 14, she was rushed to the emergency room during a(n) ___1___ health crisis. After she ___2___ on the hospital bed, a series of doctors and nurses ___3___ yet patiently asked her to describe her symptoms and medical history. Following nearly two ___4___ of intensive questioning, she was finally moved to a regular ward. Two kind nurses helped her onto a wheeled stretcher(担架床)and ___5___ her quietly through the long corridors. At that brief moment of ___6___, one nurse leaned in and asked, “What ___7___ helps you calm down when you feel afraid?” “Beethoven’s pieces,” she whispered weakly. The ___8___ exchanged a knowing look and one immediately put on Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony on her phone. Clarice would never___9___ that short trip. It was free from painful questions and close to healing melodies. They didn’t ___10___ her trauma(痛苦经历). No judgment, no pressure — just the soft music filling the small space between them. “That’s exactly why they’re my unsung ___11___,” Clarice said with gratitude. “In my___12___ time, they gave me unexpected comfort. Today, that memory still ___13___ deeply. Words can’t fully describe how much that simple ___14___ of kindness meant. It ___15___ my world view today, reminding me that even in the most terrible and lonely places, there can be a little bit of light.” 1. A. severe B. accessible C. slight D. common 2. A. arrived B. rested C. waited D. settled 3. A. quickly B. gently C. coldly D. repeatedly 4. A. hours B. rounds C. cycles D. periods 5. A. wheeled B. walked C. guided D. pulled 6. A. pain B. shock C. anxiety D. relief 7. A. dream B. music C. food D. book 8. A. pair B. patient C. team D. crowd 9. A. mind B. forget C. regret D. enjoy 10. A. focus on B. participate in C. turn down D. refer to 11. A. singers B. nurses C. heroes D. specialists 12. A. latest B. steadiest C. humblest D. darkest 13. A. decreases B. works C. matters D. helps 14. A. song B. gift C. act D. choice 15. A. reshapes B. destroys C. touches D. saves 【答案】 1. A 2. D 3. B 4. B 5. A 6. D 7. B 8. A 9. B 10. D 11. C 12. D 13. C 14. C 15. A 【导语】这是一篇记叙文。讲述了克拉丽斯生病住院时，护士在转运途中为她播放贝多芬的音乐，给予她极大的安慰。这段经历让她视护士为英雄，重塑了她的世界观，让她相信黑暗中总有光明。 1. 考查形容词词义辨析。句意：三年前，当时克拉丽斯只有14岁，她因一场严重的健康危机而被紧急送进了急诊室。A. severe严重的；B. accessible可到达的；C. slight轻微的；D. common共同的。根据上文“she was rushed to the emergency room”可知，被送往急诊室说明经历严重的健康危机，故选A。 2. 考查动词词义辨析。句意：她躺在医院病床上后，一连串的医生和护士便轻柔但耐心地让她详细描述自己的症状和病史。A. arrived到达；B. rested休息；C. waited等待；D. settled解决，安顿。根据后文“on the hospital bed”可知，指她安顿在病床上，短语为settle on the bed，故选D。 3. 考查副词词义辨析。句意：她躺在医院病床上后，一连串的医生和护士便轻柔但耐心地让她详细描述自己的症状和病史。A. quickly快速地；B. gently温柔地；C. coldly冷淡地；D. repeatedly重复地。根据后文“yet patiently asked her to describe her symptoms and medical history”可知，医生和护士温柔地但耐心地让她描述症状和病史，故选B。 4. 考查名词词义辨析。句意：经过将近两轮的详细询问后，她终于被转移到了普通病房。A. hours小时；B. rounds轮次；C. cycles周期；D. periods时期。根据后文“of intensive questioning”指将近两轮的详细询问后，她终于被转移到了普通病房，故选B。 5. 考查动词词义辨析。句意：两名善良的护士将她扶上一辆带轮子的担架，然后轻轻地推着她穿过长长的走廊。A. wheeled滚动；B. walked散步；C. guided指导；D. pulled拉。根据上文“wheeled stretcher”可知，两名好心的护士帮她上了带轮子的担架，并在长长的走廊里安静地推着她，故选A。 6. 考查名词词义辨析。句意：就在那一瞬间的轻松时刻，一位护士凑过来问道：“当你感到害怕时，什么样的音乐能帮助你平静下来呢？”A. pain痛苦；B. shock震惊；C. anxiety焦虑；D. relief安慰。上文提到经历了 “intensive questioning”，现在终于结束了，进入了安静的转移过程，这对病人来说是一种宽慰、解脱，故选D。 7. 考查名词词义辨析。句意：就在那一瞬间的轻松时刻，一位护士凑过来问道：“当你感到害怕时，什么样的音乐能帮助你平静下来呢？”A. dream梦想；B. music音乐；C. food食物；D. book书。根据下一句回答 “Beethoven’s pieces”可知，询问的是音乐，故选B。 8. 考查名词词义辨析。句意：两人交换了一个意味深长的眼神，随后其中一人立即在手机上播放起了贝多芬的《第九交响曲》。A. pair一对，两个；B. patient病人；C. team队伍；D. crowd人群。前文提到“Two kind nurses”可知，指代上文两个护士，用pair，故选A。 9. 考查动词词义辨析。句意：克拉丽斯永远不会忘记那次短暂的旅行。A. mind介意；B. forget忘记；C. regret后悔；D. enjoy欣赏。根据下文“It was free from painful questions and close to healing melodies.(它没有令人痛苦的问题，也没有悲伤的旋律，而是充满了令人宽慰的旋律)”描述了这段经历对她的深远影响，所以是不会忘记，故选B。 10. 考查动词短语辨析。句意：她们没有提及她的创伤经历。A. focus on集中；B. participate in参加；C. turn down调低；D. refer to提及。根据后文“No judgment, no pressure — just the soft music filling the small space between them.(没有评判，没有压力——只有轻柔的音乐在他们之间的小空间里流淌)”可知，指护士没有提及她的创伤经历，故选D。 11. 考查名词词义辨析。句意：“这就是他们之所以成为我心中默默无闻的英雄的原因啊。”克拉丽斯满怀感激地说道。A. singers歌手；B. nurses护士；C. heroes英雄；D. specialists专家。根据后文“they gave me unexpected comfort”可知，指那些做了好事但未被广泛赞扬的人，无名英雄，故选C。 12. 考查形容词词义辨析。句意：在我最绝望的时刻，他们给了我意想不到的安慰。A. latest最新的；B. steadiest最平稳的；C. humblest最卑微的；D. darkest最黑暗的。darkest time象征生病、痛苦和恐惧的时刻，与后文的“light”形成对比，故选D。 13. 考查动词词义辨析。句意：如今，那段记忆仍然深深地意义重大。A. decreases减少；B. works工作；C. matters重要；D. helps帮助。根据后文“Words can’t fully describe how much that simple of kindness meant.”可知，指那段记忆仍然意义重大，故选C。 14. 考查名词词义辨析。句意：言语无法完全表达那简单的一次善举所具有的意义之重大。A. song歌曲；B. gift礼物；C. act行动；D. choice选择。根据上文“exchanged a knowing look and one immediately put on Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony on her phone”可知，此处指代护士播放音乐的行为，故选C。 15. 考查动词词义辨析。句意：它如今改变了我的世界观，让我明白即使在最可怕、最孤独的地方，也依然会有那么一丝光明存在。A. reshapes重塑，改变；B. destroys破坏；C. touches触碰；D. saves节约。根据后文“my world view today, reminding me that even in the most terrible and lonely places, there can be a little bit of light”可知，这段经历改变了她看待世界的方式，让她相信即使在最糟糕的地方也有光明存在，故选A。 Passage 10 (25-26高二上·湖南张家界·期末)Ludwig van Beethoven is one of the most famous ___1___(music)in the world. His music has had an impact ___2___ people for centuries. He showed great musical talent at a young age. His father, ___3___ was also a musician, recognized his son’s potential and began to train him ___4___(strict). Beethoven’s early works were influenced by the classical music of his time, but he soon began to develop his own unique style. As he grew older, Beethoven faced many challenges. He began to lose his hearing in his late twenties, which ___5___(be)a great blow to him. However, he did not give up. Instead, he continued to compose music, using his inner hearing and his strong will to overcome the difficulties. His later works, such as the Ninth Symphony, ___6___(consider)some of the greatest masterpieces in the history of music. His compositions often feature strong melodies and complex harmonies, ___7___(create)a rich and dynamic musical landscape. Even today, Beethoven’s music remains popular around the world. It is performed in concert halls, studied in music schools, ___8___ loved by music lovers of all ages. His life and works have inspired countless musician ___9___(follow)in his footsteps and continue to explore the boundaries of music. Beethoven’s legacy is not only in his music but also in his spirit of perseverance and innovation, which has left ___10___ lasting mark on the world of music. 【答案】 1. musicians 2. on 3. who 4. strictly 5. was 6. are considered 7. creating 8. and 9. to follow 10. a 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要讲述了贝多芬的生平、音乐成就及其对音乐界的深远影响。 1. 考查名词。句意：路德维希·范·贝多芬是世界上最著名的音乐家之一。根据空前形容词famous可知，空处需用名词musician“音乐家”，one of+形容词最高级+可数名词复数，表示“最……之一”，固定搭配，所以空处名词需用复数musicians，故填musicians。 2. 考查介词。句意：几个世纪以来，他的音乐一直对人们产生影响。have an impact on...“对……产生影响”，固定搭配，所以空处需用介词on，故填on。 3. 考查定语从句。句意：他的父亲也是一位音乐家，他认识到了儿子的潜力，并开始严格地训练他。空处需用关系词引导非限制性定语从句，先行词是His father，指人，关系词在定语从句中作主语，所以空处需用关系代词who引导定语从句，故填who。 4. 考查副词。句意：他的父亲也是一位音乐家，他认识到了儿子的潜力，并开始严格地训练他。空处需用副词作状语修饰动词train，strict的副词为strictly“严格地”，故填strictly。 5. 考查时态和主谓一致。句意：他二十多岁开始失聪，这对他是一个巨大的打击。根据空前began可知，空处谓语动词需用一般过去时，which指代前面整个句子，表示单数意义，所以be动词需用was，故填was。 6. 考查被动语态和主谓一致。句意：他后来的作品，如第九交响曲，被认为是音乐史上最伟大的杰作之一。根据句意可知，本句陈述事实，谓语动词需用一般现在时态，主语His later works和consider“认为”之间是被动关系，所以空处谓语动词需用一般现在时态的被动语态：am/is/are done，主语是复数works，所以be动词需用are，故填are considered。 7. 考查非谓语动词。句意：他的作品常常具有强烈的旋律和复杂的和声，创造了丰富而充满活力的音乐景观。本句已有谓语动词feature，且空处没有连词，所以空处需用非谓语动词，表示自然而然的结果，所以空处需用现在分词creating作结果状语，故填creating。 8. 考查连词。句意：它在音乐厅演奏，在音乐学校学习，深受各年龄段音乐爱好者的喜爱。根据空前后动词performed，studied和loved可知，空处需用并列连词and连接三个并列的谓语，故填and。 9. 考查非谓语动词。句意：他的生活和作品激励了无数音乐家追随他的脚步，继续探索音乐的边界。inspire sb. to do sth.“激励某人做某事”，固定搭配，所以空处需用动词不定式作宾语补足语，故填to follow。 10. 考查冠词。句意：贝多芬的遗产不仅在于他的音乐，还在于他的毅力和创新精神，这给音乐界留下了持久的印记。表示泛指“留下了持久的印记”，用不定冠词，lasting是辅音音素开头，用不定冠词a，构成短语leave a lasting mark on...“给……留下持久的印记”，所以空处需用不定冠词a，故填a。 2 原创精品资源学科网独家享有版权，侵权必究！ 1 / 29 学科网(北京)股份有限公司 学科网(北京)股份有限公司 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $