The word “music” is easier to use in practice than to explain. Music is a reminder (提醒物) of how things once were, a symbol of how things are and a view of where society is headed. Music can bring us back to memories we wish to never forget, or bring us hope when we feel that all is lost. According to Nietzsche, “Nothing is worth living for without music.” And Albert Einstein once said, “Without the music education in my childhood, I would succeed in nothing.”
Most of us enjoy different kinds of music just to entertain (娱乐). Are there other reasons for us to listen to music? Some types of music can make us feel relaxed. After a long workday, classical music or certain types of jazz can physically relax our bodies and take our attention away from the cares of the day—at least for a while. On the other hand, loud, fast music with a strong beat can excite us. In fact, sometimes we may prefer one kind of music, but at other times, that’s the last thing we want to listen to.
Music also affects our feelings. Movie music can most clearly show this. If you close your eyes in an action movie or a disaster movie, you can pretty much tell what’s happening on the screen by the music alone. The same is true for a love story. Film composers (作曲家) such as John Williams get paid big money for their ability to change your feelings from moment to moment. So what’s going on between you and music? Clearly, music and feelings are closely connected in some non-physical way.
1.Why are Nietzsche and Albert Einstein mentioned in Paragraph 1?
A.To show music helps people succeed. B.To show the development of music.
C.To show the importance of music. D.To show music is everywhere.
2.Which of the following statements would the author agree with?
A.Classical music is more popular than jazz.
B.Entertainment is the whole story of music.
C.An artist’s character decides his music style.
D.People need different music at different times.
3.According to the last paragraph, what is film composers’ ability?
A.They can introduce different music to people.
B.They can produce an effect on people’s feelings.
C.They can connect with people non-physically.
D.They can help people become confident.
4.What’s the best title for the text?
A.The Power of Music B.Different Kinds of music
C.The True Meaning of Music D.The Entertainment Value of music
UMass Lowell’s OAP Trips
UMass Lowell’s Outdoor Adventure (冒险) Program offers all kinds of outdoor trips to people. Below is the information about our trips.
HIKING
Some of the most beautiful mountains are only a few hours away from UMass Lowell. No matter the season, we explore these great places. We hike up mountains to watch the bright fall colors or fresh green of spring. We experience the wonderland of winter on our winter day hikes. Whether it is your first time or 50th, these hiking trips are packed full of fun and adventure.
BIKING
Our biking trips include day road biking trips and overnight biking trips. On day trips, we enjoy local greenways like the Nashua Rail Trail or the Minuteman Trail On overnight trips, we may travel to places like Cape Cod or Portland Maine. We also take breaks to enjoy the beaches, lighthouses, parks and small towns that we pass along the way.
SURFING
Our surfing trips travel to Hampton Beach, NH in the fall and Narragansett, RI in the spring. Beginners spend the first 1-1.5 hours with a surfing instructor starting on land and then getting into the water. The rest of the time is available to catch waves.
SNOWBOARDING (单板滑雪)
New England winters are known for the snowfall. Our snowboarding trips take advantage of winter conditions to get members out on the white. We spend one weekend at a popular place like Killington, VT, which offers different paths. We spend an evening at Crotched Mountain, which offers campfires and live music to enjoy.
1.What do we know about HIKING?
A.It usually lasts a few days. B.It may include big dangers.
C.It’s available all the year round. D.It’s especially fit for beginners.
2.What can you do during BIKING?
A.Climb some famous mountains. B.Visit some places as a tourist.
C.Enjoy some sea food. D.Live in small towns.
3.Which trip should you choose if you want to enjoy music around campfires?
A.HIKING. B.BIKING.
C.SURFING. D.SNOWBOARDING.
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There was a rich couple who was throwing a big New Year party at their house. So they went shopping at the market where everything was of high cost and fixed price. They wanted to maintain their level of standard so they didn’t mind paying for it. After purchasing all they needed, they called a porter to carry everything and drop it at their home. The porter who came was of an old age, and looked very unhealthy, and his clothes were torn, and he looked as if he wasn’t even able to meet his daily needs.
They asked the porter about the charges for delivering their goods to their home. The old porter quoted just $20, well below the market price. Yet, the couple argued and bargained with the porter and finally settled for $15. The porter was struggling to make even one time’s meal so he needed anything he could earn.
The couple was very happy thinking how well they bargained with the poor porter and paid him $15 in advance and left after giving the porter their address for delivery. They reached their home and one hour passed, and two hours passed, but the porter still didn’t deliver their stuff.
The wife started to get angry at her husband, “I always tell you not to trust such person, but you never listen to me. I am sure instead of delivering the goods to our home, he must have disappeared with everything. We must immediately go back to the market to inquire and then to the police station to file the complaint against him.”
They both left towards the market. On their way near the market, they saw another porter. They stopped him to inquire about the old porter and noticed that he was carrying their goods in his cart! The angry wife asked him, “Where is that old thief? This is our goods and he was supposed to deliver them. It seems you poor thieves are stealing our goods and going to sell them.”
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When the porter heard the angry wife asking.
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Upon hearing this, the husband had tears in his eyes,
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1. 出发及返回时间；
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Dear Lucy,
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Yours,
Li Hua
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How do we prevent transmission of the virus?
This new virus currently has a 1.(limit) geographic spread. 2., there are a number of standard hygiene(卫生) practices 3. have been recommended to protect against infection and further spread. These include covering your mouth and nose when coughing or sneezing with a medical mask, tissue or flexed elbow; avoiding close contact with those who are unwell; the appropriate use of 4. (mask) and personal protective equipment, 5. (especial) in a healthcare setting; washing hands regularly with soap and water, or alcohol-based hand rub. Actions that can be taken to prevent infection from 6.animal source include: avoiding unnecessary unprotected contact with animals; washing hands after contact with animals or animal products; and ensuring that animal products are cooked thoroughly before they 7. (consume).
8.is important to stay home if you’re feeling unwell. But if you have a fever, cough, and difficulty 9. (breath), seek medical care early and share your previous travel history 10. your healthcare provider.
I was born legally blind. Of all the stories of my early childhood, the one about a _______ is my mother’s favorite.
I was only two when the _______ occurred. We had just arrived home from a trip. Mom lifted me out of the car and _______ to speak to the driver. I took advantage of my brief _______ to dash across the lawn(草坪) — and hit a large maple tree! I was running so fast that I bounced off the trunk and landed on my backside. Mom _______ me to start crying, but I just sat there for a minute. Then I _______ myself up and kept right on going.
Mom loves to use this story as an _______. It reminds her that children don’t enter life _______ to take risks or unwilling to _______ again when they fall down. She never wanted me to lose that toughness as I grew older. When I ________ my major life decisions, I was still that little girl tearing full-speed across the lawn. I studied abroad and later moved away from my parents’ home to look for a ________. Through years of ________, I have become a respected teacher in a school serving high-need students.
We are almost certain to get ________ at some point during the process of achieving our goal. When that happens, don’t sit in the grass and ________. Just get up and keep on going. It will all be worth it ________.
1.A.trip B.race C.tree D.driver
2.A.incident B.change C.illness D.problem
3.A.feared B.refused C.forgot D.turned
4.A.delay B.absence C.freedom D.rest
5.A.promised. B.encouraged C.allowed D.expected
6.A.woke B.picked C.warmed D.gave
7.A.answer B.example C.excuse D.order
8.A.afraid B.ashamed C.able D.anxious
9.A.ask B.share C.learn D.try
10.A.regretted B.reviewed C.made D.explained
11.A.job B.friend C.fortune D.house
12.A.memories B.efforts C.research D.experience
13.A.mixed up B.fed up C.knocked down D.settled down
14.A.play B.relax C.dream D.cry
15.A.all at once B.in the end C.in either case D.as a result
