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Unit 5 Music speaks
课时1 Welcome to the unit 课时练习
一、单词默写
1. ________ /ˈkiːbɔːd/ n. 键盘
2. ________ /bəʊ/ n. 琴弓;弓
3. ________ /strɪŋ/ n. 弦;细绳
4. ________ /ɡɪˈtɑː(r)/ n. 吉他
5. ________/ˈpeəʃeɪpt/ adj. 梨形的
6. ________ /streŋθ/ n. 强度,力度;力量
7. ________ /ˈmjuːzɪkl/ adj. 音乐的
8. ________ /ˈɪnstrəmənt/ n. 乐器;仪器
9. ________ /pɪˈænəʊ/ n. 钢琴
10. ________ /vaɪəˈlɪn/ n. 小提琴
二、词组默写
1. 弹钢琴 __________________________
2. 拉小提琴 __________________________
3. 上钢琴课 __________________________
4. 指法力度 __________________________
5. 琴弓控制 __________________________
6. 演奏音符 __________________________
三、根据要求完成句子
1. 你擅长弹钢琴吗?
Are you ________ ________ playing the piano?
2. 我六岁的时候开始上钢琴课。
I started ________ piano ________ when I was six.
3. 让它发出声音很容易,但我仍然觉得它有挑战性。
It’s ________ to get it to make a ________, but I still find it challenging.
4. 这需要大量的练习才能演奏好音符。
It takes a lot of ________ to play ________ well.
5. 我五岁的时候学会了拉小提琴。
I ________ to play the violin at the age of ________.
四、用括号内所给词的适当形式填空
1. The piano has a keyboard of 88 ________ (key).
2. The violin is usually played with a bow across its four ________ (string).
3. The guitar is a very popular ________ (music) instrument.
4. Playing the piano requires a lot of finger ________ (strong).
5. It is ________ (difficulty) to play the violin well because it requires skilled bow control.
6. I want to learn to play a ________ (tradition) Chinese instrument.
五、阅读短文,在空白处填入一个适当的词或用括号内所给词的正确形式填空
Music is a (1) ________ (beauty) art form that speaks to people’s hearts. Learning to play (2) ________ musical instrument can be a wonderful experience. There are many different (3) ________ (instrument) around the world.
The piano is one of the most (4) ________ (popular) instruments. It has 88 keys and requires a lot of finger strength. The violin, (5) ________ the other hand, has only four strings but needs skilled bow control. The guitar (6) ________ (have) six strings and is very popular in modern music. Chinese instruments like the guzheng and pipa have (7) ________ (they) own unique sounds and playing techniques.
Learning to play an instrument takes time and (8) ________ (patient). It may be challenging at first, (9) ________ the joy of making music makes it all worth it. As the saying goes, “Practice makes perfect.” So don’t give up (10) ________ you face difficulties.
六、阅读还原
Choosing a Musical Instrument to Learn
Learning to play a musical instrument is a wonderful journey. 1.______________ Here are some things to consider when choosing an instrument.
First, think about the sound you like. 2.______________ If you enjoy soft, warm sounds, you might like the guitar or the cello. If you like bright, energetic sounds, the piano or the trumpet could be good choices.
Second, consider the size and portability. 3.______________ But if you want to carry your instrument easily, the guitar or the violin might be better.
Third, think about the cost and availability of lessons. 4.______________ Some instruments, like the piano, are widely taught and easy to find teachers for. Others, like the harp, might be harder to find.
5.______________ The most important thing is to choose an instrument that you love and enjoy playing. With passion and dedication, you can learn to play any instrument well.
A. The piano is large and not easy to move around.
B. But with so many instruments to choose from, it can be hard to decide.
C. Every instrument has its own unique sound and character.
D. Some instruments are more common and easier to find teachers for.
E. Finally, trust your own feelings.
F. You can learn to play an instrument in a short time.
七、阅读理解
The guzheng is one of the most traditional and beautiful Chinese musical instruments. It has a history of over 2,500 years and is often called the “Chinese harp.” The guzheng usually has 21 strings, though some have more. The player uses special picks on their fingers to pluck the strings, creating a beautiful and flowing sound.
Learning to play the guzheng takes time and patience. The left hand presses the strings to change the pitch, while the right hand plucks the strings to create the melody. This requires coordination between both hands. Many people find the sound of the guzheng very calming and peaceful.
In recent years, the guzheng has become more popular around the world. Many young people are learning to play this traditional instrument. Some musicians even combine the guzheng with modern music styles, creating a new and exciting sound. The guzheng is not just an instrument — it is a part of Chinese culture and history.
If you are interested in Chinese culture, learning to play the guzheng can be a wonderful way to connect with the past while enjoying the beauty of music.
1. How long is the history of the guzheng?
A. About 500 years. B. About 1,000 years.
C. Over 2,500 years. D. About 3,000 years.
2. What does the player use to pluck the strings of the guzheng?
A. Their fingers directly. B. A bow.
C. Special picks on their fingers. D. A small hammer.
3. What does the left hand do when playing the guzheng?
A. It plucks the strings. B. It presses the strings to change the pitch.
C. It holds the instrument. D. It creates the melody.
4. What is one reason the guzheng has become more popular in recent years?
A. It is a very old instrument. B. It is easy to learn.
C. Young people are learning it and combining it with modern music. D. It has only one string.
5. What is the main idea of this passage?
A. The guzheng is difficult to play. B. The guzheng is a traditional and beautiful Chinese instrument.
C. The guzheng is only played in China. D. The guzheng is not popular anymore.
八、完形填空
My grandfather is a wonderful (1) ________. He has been playing the piano for over fifty years. When I was a child, I often sat beside him and listened to him (2) ________. His fingers moved (3) ________ across the keys, and beautiful music filled the room.
One day, I asked him, “Grandpa, is it (4) ________ to learn to play the piano?” He smiled and said, “It’s easy to press the keys, (5) ________ it’s hard to play beautiful music. It takes a lot of (6) ________ and patience.”
Then he showed me how to play a simple tune. At first, I found it very (7) ________. My fingers were not strong enough, and I couldn’t move them (8) ________. But my grandfather encouraged me not to give (9) ________. He said, “Every great musician started just like you.”
Now, I can play several pieces on the piano. I am not as (10) ________ as my grandfather, but I will keep practising and improving.
1. A. singer B. musician C. dancer D. painter
2. A. sing B. talk C. play D. dance
3. A. slowly B. gently C. quickly D. hardly
4. A. hard B. easy C. interesting D. boring
5. A. so B. and C. but D. or
6. A. practice B. time C. money D. luck
7. A. wonderful B. exciting C. interesting D. challenging
8. A. quickly B. slowly C. carelessly D. loudly
9. A. out B. up C. in D. on
10. A. good B. better C. best D. well
九、阅读回答
My Journey with the Guitar
I have always loved music. When I was twelve years old, I decided to learn to play the guitar. My parents bought me a guitar for my birthday, and I started taking lessons from a local teacher.
At first, it was very difficult. My fingers hurt from pressing the strings, and I couldn’t change chords quickly. I often felt frustrated and wanted to give up. But my teacher encouraged me to keep practising. She said, “Every guitarist goes through this. Just be patient.”
I practised every day after school. At first, I could only play simple chords, but slowly I got better. After six months, I could play my first complete song. I was so proud of myself!
Now, I have been playing the guitar for three years. I can play many songs and even write my own music. Playing the guitar has become a very important part of my life. It helps me relax after a long day of studying and allows me to express my feelings.
My dream is to start a band with my friends and perform on stage one day. I know it will take a lot of hard work, but I am ready for the challenge.
根据短文内容,用完整的句子回答下列问题。
1. When did the writer start learning to play the guitar?
2. What did the writer’s parents buy for him on his birthday?
3. Why did the writer feel frustrated at first?
4. How long did it take the writer to play his first complete song?
5. What is the writer’s dream about playing the guitar?
参考答案
一、单词默写
1. keyboard 2. bow 3. string 4. guitar 5. pear-shaped
6. strength 7. musical 8. instrument 9. piano 10. violin
二、词组默写
1. play the piano 2. play the violin 3. take piano lessons
4. finger strength 5. bow control 6. play notes
三、根据要求完成句子
1. good at 2. taking; lessons 3. easy; sound
4. practice; notes 5. learnt; five
四、用括号内所给词的适当形式填空
1. keys 2. strings 3. musical 4. strength 5. difficult 6. traditional
五、语法填空
1. beautiful 2. a 3. instruments 4. popular 5. on
6. has 7. their 8. patience 9. but 10. when / if
六、阅读还原
1. B 2. C 3. A 4. D 5. E
七、阅读理解
1. C 2. C 3. B 4. C 5. B
八、完形填空
1. B 2. C 3. B 4. A 5. C
6. A 7. D 8. A 9. B 10. A
九、阅读回答
1. He started learning at the age of twelve.
2. They bought him a guitar for his birthday.
3. His fingers hurt from pressing the strings and he couldn’t change chords quickly.
4. It took him six months.
5. He dreams of starting a band with his friends and performing on stage one day.
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