UNIT 5 课时跟踪检测（二） 语言运用综合练
语言运用综合练
Ⅰ.阅读理解
Carol: I started playing the cello (大提琴) when I was about eight or nine. It was great playing the cello because I was in youth orchestras and we went abroad to do tours. But anyway, when I got to university, I stopped playing. Well, there just wasn't time and there were so many other things to do. Luckily, I took it up after my 25th birthday and joined a band.
Daniel: When I was little, I thought I'd end up learning the guitar like my father, but then I decided that I wanted to have my own instrument, so I chose the trumpet (小号). I'm in the school jazz band and I'd like to be a musician when I grow up, but my dad says it's difficult to make a living from music. But I don't want to be a lawyer like him. It's so boring.
Carmen: Nobody likes living near someone like me because when I practise, I make a lot of noise! But you have to keep practising, don't you Otherwise it gets more and more difficult. The trouble is, in the summer, when it's hot, I have to open the windows, so the whole street gets to hear it if I'm not careful. I love playing the drums and I play in a fantastic band.
Vince: I've played the guitar for as long as I can remember, but when I was trying to make it as a musician after school, I used to play in the Underground in London to make a bit of extra money. I kept on playing, but I ran a restaurant to make a living. When I get any spare time, I still play. I've got a few friends who like music too and we formed a band.
语篇解读：本文介绍了四个喜欢音乐的人。在文中四个人分别谈论了自己喜爱的乐器和演奏经历。
1．Why did Carol give up playing the cello
A．She couldn't go abroad to play.
B．She turned to other instruments.
C．She found it boring to play it all day.
D．She couldn't spare any time to play it.
解析：选D 细节理解题。由Carol部分中的“But anyway, when I got to university, I stopped playing. Well, there just wasn't time and there were so many other things to do.”可知，上大学后，卡罗尔没有时间继续演奏大提琴。
2．What does Daniel think of being a musician
A．It will be fun to do it.
B．It will be hard to make it.
C．It will never make him rich.
D．It will make his father satisfied.
解析：选A 推理判断题。由Daniel部分中的“I'd like to be a musician when I grow up, but my dad says it's difficult to make a living from music. But I don't want to be a lawyer like him. It's so boring.”可知，丹尼尔认为他父亲的职业(律师)很无趣，由此推断，他认为做一名音乐家是有趣的。
3．What troubles Carmen
A．She cannot play well in public.
B．The street is so noisy in the summer.
C．It's hard to keep practising in the summer.
D．Playing the drums causes a disturbance to others.
解析：选D 细节理解题。由Carmen部分中的“when I practise, I make a lot of noise”和“The trouble is, in the summer, when it's hot, I have to open the windows, so the whole street gets to hear it if I'm not careful.”可知，卡门担心敲鼓的时候打扰别人。
4．What made Vince start restaurant business
A．He was interested in it.
B．He was unable to live on music.
C．He needed money to form a band.
D．He was encouraged by his friends.
解析：选B 推理判断题。由Vince部分中的“I used to play in the Underground in London to make a bit of extra money. I kept on playing, but I ran a restaurant to make a living.”可知，文斯通过开饭店挣钱，由此可推断他无法依靠音乐维持生计。
Ⅱ.完形填空
I'd never been to a Day of the Dead Festival before.As my dad and I looked around for seats, I__1__ Marco, my best friend, hurrying toward us. “Hi, Mr O'kane，” he __2__ my dad. Then he turned to me. “Nate! Will you help me？”
“Whatever you need，” I said.
Marco threw me parts of a__3__： Mexican sandals (凉鞋), a straw hat, a cane (手杖), a gray wig, and an “old man” mask (面具). “My cousin couldn't__4__！” Marco's voice rang with worry.
“It's part of a traditional dance，” he said.
“You expect me to dance？” I__5__. “I don't dance！”
Marco smiled. “It'll be fun. And hurry! We're __6__ late.”
“We're going to do a lot of stomping (跺脚). Slow at first. Keep one hand __7__ on your back, like an old man with an ache，” added Marco.
The speakers __8__ : “Ladies and gentlemen, it's time for The Dance of the Little Old Men！”
“Be quick，” Marco __9__ to me to follow his lead.
We all began stomping slowly to music. I could only see __10__ the small holes of the mask. I continued to stomp, trying to __11__ what to do. I leaned on my cane and kept a hand low on my back. After a few minutes of dancing like that, my back __12__ started to ache.
The music __13__. And we stomped quickly. Performing with Mexican sandals was __14__. People laughed as we hopped and kicked, but after a moment the laughter turned into cheers.
Marco gave me a thumbs up. As the audience clapped for our group, I said to him happily, “You were right. That was __15__.”
语篇解读：本文是一篇记叙文，讲述了作者在朋友的请求下跳舞救场的故事。
1．A.watched B．spotted
C．monitored D．observed
解析：选B 由前文的“looked around”可知，作者在跟父亲找座位的时候发现 (spotted)了他最好的朋友马可。
2．A.satisfied B．ignored
C．contacted D．greeted
解析：选D 由空格前的“Hi, Mr O'kane”可知，马可是在跟作者的父亲打招呼(greeted)。
3．A.suit B．chain
C．decoration D．costume
解析：选D 由空格后提到的马可扔给作者的东西及后文提到去跳舞来看，这些物品应该是演出的戏装(costume)。
4．A.make it B．get it
C．focus on D．go through
解析：选A 由后文马可邀请作者参加演出可知，马可的表兄弟无法赶到 (make it)进行演出。
5．A.chatted B．despaired
C．hesitated D．replied
解析：选B 由空格后的“I don't dance！”可以看出，作者不会跳舞，所以面对朋友的请求感到绝望 (despaired)。
6．A.staying B．running
C．working D．changing
解析：选B 马可告诉作者，他们要迟到 (running late)了。
7．A.up B．high
C．low D．down
解析：选C 由倒数第三段中的“kept a hand low on my back”可知，马可告诉作者要一只手低(low)放在背后。
8．A.shouted B．announced
C．defined D．issued
解析：选B 由空格后的内容可知，此处指宣布 (announced)表演开始。
9．A.signalled B．pointed
C．moved D．complained
解析：选A 马可示意(signalled)作者跟随他的引导。
10．A.through B．in
C．over D．under
解析：选A 由空格后的“the small holes”可知，作者通过(through)面具上的小孔看。
11．A.bring about B．carry on
C．figure out D．put out
解析：选C 作者从面具的小孔往外看，目的是弄清楚(figure out)自己应该怎么做。
12．A.extremely B．possibly
C．truly D．finally
解析：选C 结合前文的“like an old man with an ache”可知，作者按照马可的指导跳了一会儿舞后，后背真的(truly)开始疼了。
13．A.disappeared B．sped up
C．started D．faded away
解析：选B 由空格后的“stomped quickly”可知，这时音乐开始加速 (sped up)。
14．A.typical B．brief
C．tough D．flexible
解析：选C 由后文的“hopped and kicked”可以看出，穿着墨西哥凉鞋跳舞很难 (tough)。
15．A.significant B．creative
C．beneficial D．fun
解析：选D 由前文的“It'll be fun.”可知，马可请求作者参加演出时，告诉作者表演很有趣。现在作者肯定马可的话，表示这个表演的确有趣 (fun)。
Ⅲ.语法填空
George Gershwin was one of America's greatest composers. He was born in 1898. In 1916, when he was eighteen years old, he published his first song. During the next twenty years he __1__ (write) more than five hundred songs.
Many of Gershwin's songs were first written for musical plays __2__ (perform) in theatres in New York City. These plays were a popular form of entertainment during the 1920s and 1930s. Many of his songs have remained popular as ever, __3__ have been sung and played in every possible way over the years — from jazz to country.
In the 1920s Gershwin agreed to compose something for the concert of Paul Whiteman, who was a jazz musician and orchestra __4__ (lead). Gershwin did this because he wanted __5__ (support) his idea that jazz was serious music. In a short time, he composed __6__ piece of music which he called Rhapsody in Blue. Gershwin himself played the piano at the concert. The audience were __7__ (excite) when they heard his music. It made him world famous and showed that jazz music could be both serious and popular.
In 1928, he wrote An American in Paris, which still __8__ (remain) one of his most famous works. George Gershwin died in 1937 __9__ a very young age, with newspapers all over the world __10__ (report) his death on their front pages.
语篇解读：本文简要介绍了美国著名作曲家George Gershwin的生平及其作品。
1．wrote 考查动词的时态。介绍George Gershwin的经历应用一般过去时，故此处用write的过去式wrote。
2．performed 考查非谓语动词。分析句子结构可知，musical plays与perform之间是逻辑上的动宾关系，故用过去分词作定语。
3．which 考查定语从句。根据语境并分析句子结构可知，空处引导非限制性定语从句且空处指代“Many of his songs”且在从句中作主语，故用which。
4．leader 考查名词。根据上文中的“musician”可知，此处应用名词和前面的内容并列，故填leader。
5．to support 考查非谓语动词。want to do sth.是固定用法，意为“想要做某事”。
6．a 考查冠词。此处表示泛指，且piece的发音以辅音音素开头，故用a。
7．excited 考查形容词。主语为The audience，故应用形容词excited作表语。
8．remains 考查时态和主谓一致。which引导的定语从句描述客观事实，应用一般现在时；which指代上文中的“An American in Paris”，且在从句中作主语，空处为定语从句的谓语，故用第三人称单数。故填remains。
9．at 考查介词。at a(n) ... age意为“在……的年纪”，是固定用法。
10．reporting 考查非谓语动词。分析句子结构可知，此处是with复合结构，newspapers和report为逻辑上的主谓关系，故用动词 ing形式。UNIT 5 课时跟踪检测（二） 语言运用综合练
语言运用综合练
Ⅰ.阅读理解
Carol: I started playing the cello (大提琴) when I was about eight or nine. It was great playing the cello because I was in youth orchestras and we went abroad to do tours. But anyway, when I got to university, I stopped playing. Well, there just wasn't time and there were so many other things to do. Luckily, I took it up after my 25th birthday and joined a band.
Daniel: When I was little, I thought I'd end up learning the guitar like my father, but then I decided that I wanted to have my own instrument, so I chose the trumpet (小号). I'm in the school jazz band and I'd like to be a musician when I grow up, but my dad says it's difficult to make a living from music. But I don't want to be a lawyer like him. It's so boring.
Carmen: Nobody likes living near someone like me because when I practise, I make a lot of noise! But you have to keep practising, don't you Otherwise it gets more and more difficult. The trouble is, in the summer, when it's hot, I have to open the windows, so the whole street gets to hear it if I'm not careful. I love playing the drums and I play in a fantastic band.
Vince: I've played the guitar for as long as I can remember, but when I was trying to make it as a musician after school, I used to play in the Underground in London to make a bit of extra money. I kept on playing, but I ran a restaurant to make a living. When I get any spare time, I still play. I've got a few friends who like music too and we formed a band.
1．Why did Carol give up playing the cello
A．She couldn't go abroad to play.
B．She turned to other instruments.
C．She found it boring to play it all day.
D．She couldn't spare any time to play it.
2．What does Daniel think of being a musician
A．It will be fun to do it.
B．It will be hard to make it.
C．It will never make him rich.
D．It will make his father satisfied.
3．What troubles Carmen
A．She cannot play well in public.
B．The street is so noisy in the summer.
C．It's hard to keep practising in the summer.
D．Playing the drums causes a disturbance to others.
4．What made Vince start restaurant business
A．He was interested in it.
B．He was unable to live on music.
C．He needed money to form a band.
D．He was encouraged by his friends.
Ⅱ.完形填空
I'd never been to a Day of the Dead Festival before.As my dad and I looked around for seats, I__1__ Marco, my best friend, hurrying toward us. “Hi, Mr O'kane，” he __2__ my dad. Then he turned to me. “Nate! Will you help me？”
“Whatever you need，” I said.
Marco threw me parts of a__3__： Mexican sandals (凉鞋), a straw hat, a cane (手杖), a gray wig, and an “old man” mask (面具). “My cousin couldn't__4__！” Marco's voice rang with worry.
“It's part of a traditional dance，” he said.
“You expect me to dance？” I__5__. “I don't dance！”
Marco smiled. “It'll be fun. And hurry! We're __6__ late.”
“We're going to do a lot of stomping (跺脚). Slow at first. Keep one hand __7__ on your back, like an old man with an ache，” added Marco.
The speakers __8__ : “Ladies and gentlemen, it's time for The Dance of the Little Old Men！”
“Be quick，” Marco __9__ to me to follow his lead.
We all began stomping slowly to music. I could only see __10__ the small holes of the mask. I continued to stomp, trying to __11__ what to do. I leaned on my cane and kept a hand low on my back. After a few minutes of dancing like that, my back __12__ started to ache.
The music __13__. And we stomped quickly. Performing with Mexican sandals was __14__. People laughed as we hopped and kicked, but after a moment the laughter turned into cheers.
Marco gave me a thumbs up. As the audience clapped for our group, I said to him happily, “You were right. That was __15__.”
语篇解读：本文是一篇记叙文，讲述了作者在朋友的请求下跳舞救场的故事。
1．A.watched B．spotted
C．monitored D．observed
2．A.satisfied B．ignored
C．contacted D．greeted
3．A.suit B．chain
C．decoration D．costume
4．A.make it B．get it
C．focus on D．go through
5．A.chatted B．despaired
C．hesitated D．replied
6．A.staying B．running
C．working D．changing
7．A.up B．high
C．low D．down
8．A.shouted B．announced
C．defined D．issued
9．A.signalled B．pointed
C．moved D．complained
10．A.through B．in
C．over D．under
11．A.bring about B．carry on
C．figure out D．put out
12．A.extremely B．possibly
C．truly D．finally
13．A.disappeared B．sped up
C．started D．faded away
14．A.typical B．brief
C．tough D．flexible
15．A.significant B．creative
C．beneficial D．fun
Ⅲ.语法填空
George Gershwin was one of America's greatest composers. He was born in 1898. In 1916, when he was eighteen years old, he published his first song. During the next twenty years he __1__ (write) more than five hundred songs.
Many of Gershwin's songs were first written for musical plays __2__ (perform) in theatres in New York City. These plays were a popular form of entertainment during the 1920s and 1930s. Many of his songs have remained popular as ever, __3__ have been sung and played in every possible way over the years — from jazz to country.
In the 1920s Gershwin agreed to compose something for the concert of Paul Whiteman, who was a jazz musician and orchestra __4__ (lead). Gershwin did this because he wanted __5__ (support) his idea that jazz was serious music. In a short time, he composed __6__ piece of music which he called Rhapsody in Blue. Gershwin himself played the piano at the concert. The audience were __7__ (excite) when they heard his music. It made him world famous and showed that jazz music could be both serious and popular.
In 1928, he wrote An American in Paris, which still __8__ (remain) one of his most famous works. George Gershwin died in 1937 __9__ a very young age, with newspapers all over the world __10__ (report) his death on their front pages.UNIT 5 课时跟踪检测（三） 阅读写作融会练
阅读写作融会练
Ⅰ.阅读理解
Why do people listen to music The answer may seem simple: Music is pleasant to make and to hear. But music touches our lives in many other ways, too.
Music changes our mood
My brother doesn't choose music based on what he wants to hear. Instead, he decides what he wants to feel and picks music with that mood in mind. Upbeat, bright sounding music generally makes people feel happy. But some people enjoy listening to sad music, too. It can be like talking with a friend who understands your suffering. But for some people, sad music can make them feel even sadder.
Music helps us get things done
Do you ever listen to music while you work I do, and I find that it sometimes helps me concentrate. According to one expert, music can help you pay attention during boring or repeated tasks. But when you are doing tasks that require more thought, music can disturb you, making them harder.
My mom, a preschool teacher, uses music to manage her classroom. When she wants to call a child, instead of yelling the child's name, she sings it. This creates a more positive environment, while still getting the child's attention.
Music brings people together
Music can also bring people closer to each other. This is especially true of music played live. Live music often features a group of people playing different instruments which makes it a shared experience. Listeners can share in the emotions the song expresses. They also create memories together.
And speaking of memories, lots of people connect music with specific places, people or events. Whenever they hear a certain song, they are transported back to some point in the past. Thus music can connect people not only to people who are present but also to people from their past.
Music is far more than just entertainment; it is a powerful force that affects us in many ways.
语篇解读：本文是一篇说明文。文章说明了人们听音乐的原因，以及音乐在许多方面影响着我们的生活。文章主要说明了音乐给人们产生的三个影响，作者认为音乐不仅仅是娱乐；它是一种强大的力量，在许多方面影响着我们。
1．Why do some people enjoy sad music
A．It can get their attention.
B．It makes them feel happy.
C．It can be like talking with a friend.
D．It makes them feel sadder.
解析：选C 细节理解题。根据Music changes our mood部分中的“It can be like talking with a friend who understands your suffering.”可知，这就像和一个理解你痛苦的朋友聊天一样。由此可知，有些人喜欢悲伤的音乐，是因为这就像和朋友聊天一样。故选C。
2．Listening to music disturbs you when ________.
A．you are doing repeated tasks
B．the tasks are boring
C．you are doing easy tasks
D．the tasks require more thought
解析：选D 细节理解题。根据Music helps us get things done部分中的“But when you are doing tasks that require more thought, music can disturb you, making them harder.”可知，但当你在做需要更多思考的任务时，音乐会打扰你，让你更难思考。由此可知，当工作需要更多的思考时，听音乐会打扰你。故选D。
3．What's the author's attitude to music
A．Positive. B．Doubtful.
C．Uncertain. D．Negative.
解析：选A 观点态度题。根据最后一段“Music is far more than just entertainment; it is a powerful force that affects us in many ways.”可知，音乐不仅仅是娱乐；它是一种强大的力量，在许多方面影响着我们。由此可推知，作者对音乐的态度是积极的。故选A。
Ⅱ.应用文写作
假定你叫李华。你很喜欢唱歌，最近你组建了自己的音乐俱乐部。请根据下面提示写一篇演讲稿介绍有关情况。
1．俱乐部情况(名称、组建时间、活动等)；
2．俱乐部带来的好处(交友、放松、积极面对人生等)。
注意：1.写作词数应为80左右；
2．可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
参考范文：
Hello! My name is Li Hua. I am pleased to share some information about my music club with you. My club, Dream Music Club, whose motto is “To sing for dreams”，was formed one year ago. To realize the goal, we've been practicing every Friday night ever since and we stick to the plan. Also, every four weeks we hold singing competitions, and we do have fun.
Actually, as a music lover, I get a lot from running the club, which not only helps me make friends but get relaxed and hold a positive attitude towards life as well.
Ⅲ.读后续写
阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
In the busy city of New York, such an amazing thing ever happened. On a cold Friday night, a poor artist stood at the gate of the subway station, playing his violin. The young violinist was a student at an Arts College named Joseph, who did so every day in order to earn his tuition fees. He planned to attend advanced studies in Vienna and had booked the flight the next morning. Though the music was great, people were quickly going home for the weekend. Joseph was playing his last chapter when a middle aged man looking pretty excited slowed down his pace and put 50 dollars into the hat, for which Joseph was grateful.
The next night, the young artist came to the gate of the subway station as usual, and put his hat on the ground gracefully. Different from the day before, he took out a large piece of paper and laid it on the ground and put some stones on it. Then he began playing the violin.
Before long, the young artist was surrounded with many passers by, who were all attracted by the words on that paper. It said, “Last night, a gentleman named George Sang put an unexpected thing into my hat by mistake. Please come to claim it as soon as possible.”
It caused a great excitement and curiosity. They were dying to know what the unexpected thing could be. After about half an hour, a middle aged man ran there in a hurry and rushed through the crowd to the violinist and grabbed his shoulders and said, “Yes, it's you. You did come here. I knew that you are an honest man and would certainly come here.”
The young violinist asked calmly, “Are you Mr George Sang？”
The man nodded. The violinist asked, “Did you lose something？”
“Lottery (彩票). It's lottery，” replied the man.
The violinist took out a lottery ticket on which George Sang's name was seen. “Is it？” he asked.
George nodded promptly and seized the lottery ticket and kissed it, and then he danced with Joseph.
注意：1.续写词数应为150左右；
2．请按如下格式作答。
Paragraph 1：
The story turned out to be this: George Sang is an ordinary office clerk.
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Paragraph 2：
This was the scene just now.
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参考范文：
Paragraph 1：
The story turned out to be this: George Sang is an ordinary office clerk. He bought a lottery ticket the other day. To his surprise, he was exactly the lucky dog.Overjoyed, George took out 50 dollars when hearing wonderful music on his way home. However, the lottery ticket was also thrown in. When Joseph was cleaning up his hat after ending a day's work, he found the unexpected thing. Thinking the owner must be anxious, he cancelled the flight and returned to where he was given the lottery ticket.
Paragraph 2：
This was the scene just now. Out of curiosity, some passers by asked Joseph why he didn't take it for himself since he was badly in need of money. Joseph answered, “It goes without saying that if I took it in a dishonest way, I would succeed temporarily. But in the long run, I am bound to be a loser.” Just as the saying goes, honesty is the best policy. Therefore we should bear in mind that being honest is what makes us a good man.UNIT 5 课时跟踪检测（三） 阅读写作融会练
阅读写作融会练
Ⅰ.阅读理解
Why do people listen to music The answer may seem simple: Music is pleasant to make and to hear. But music touches our lives in many other ways, too.
Music changes our mood
My brother doesn't choose music based on what he wants to hear. Instead, he decides what he wants to feel and picks music with that mood in mind. Upbeat, bright sounding music generally makes people feel happy. But some people enjoy listening to sad music, too. It can be like talking with a friend who understands your suffering. But for some people, sad music can make them feel even sadder.
Music helps us get things done
Do you ever listen to music while you work I do, and I find that it sometimes helps me concentrate. According to one expert, music can help you pay attention during boring or repeated tasks. But when you are doing tasks that require more thought, music can disturb you, making them harder.
My mom, a preschool teacher, uses music to manage her classroom. When she wants to call a child, instead of yelling the child's name, she sings it. This creates a more positive environment, while still getting the child's attention.
Music brings people together
Music can also bring people closer to each other. This is especially true of music played live. Live music often features a group of people playing different instruments which makes it a shared experience. Listeners can share in the emotions the song expresses. They also create memories together.
And speaking of memories, lots of people connect music with specific places, people or events. Whenever they hear a certain song, they are transported back to some point in the past. Thus music can connect people not only to people who are present but also to people from their past.
Music is far more than just entertainment; it is a powerful force that affects us in many ways.
1．Why do some people enjoy sad music
A．It can get their attention.
B．It makes them feel happy.
C．It can be like talking with a friend.
D．It makes them feel sadder.
2．Listening to music disturbs you when ________.
A．you are doing repeated tasks
B．the tasks are boring
C．you are doing easy tasks
D．the tasks require more thought
3．What's the author's attitude to music
A．Positive. B．Doubtful.
C．Uncertain. D．Negative.
Ⅱ.应用文写作
假定你叫李华。你很喜欢唱歌，最近你组建了自己的音乐俱乐部。请根据下面提示写一篇演讲稿介绍有关情况。
1．俱乐部情况(名称、组建时间、活动等)；
2．俱乐部带来的好处(交友、放松、积极面对人生等)。
注意：1.写作词数应为80左右；
2．可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
Ⅲ.读后续写
阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
In the busy city of New York, such an amazing thing ever happened. On a cold Friday night, a poor artist stood at the gate of the subway station, playing his violin. The young violinist was a student at an Arts College named Joseph, who did so every day in order to earn his tuition fees. He planned to attend advanced studies in Vienna and had booked the flight the next morning. Though the music was great, people were quickly going home for the weekend. Joseph was playing his last chapter when a middle aged man looking pretty excited slowed down his pace and put 50 dollars into the hat, for which Joseph was grateful.
The next night, the young artist came to the gate of the subway station as usual, and put his hat on the ground gracefully. Different from the day before, he took out a large piece of paper and laid it on the ground and put some stones on it. Then he began playing the violin.
Before long, the young artist was surrounded with many passers by, who were all attracted by the words on that paper. It said, “Last night, a gentleman named George Sang put an unexpected thing into my hat by mistake. Please come to claim it as soon as possible.”
It caused a great excitement and curiosity. They were dying to know what the unexpected thing could be. After about half an hour, a middle aged man ran there in a hurry and rushed through the crowd to the violinist and grabbed his shoulders and said, “Yes, it's you. You did come here. I knew that you are an honest man and would certainly come here.”
The young violinist asked calmly, “Are you Mr George Sang？”
The man nodded. The violinist asked, “Did you lose something？”
“Lottery (彩票). It's lottery，” replied the man.
The violinist took out a lottery ticket on which George Sang's name was seen. “Is it？” he asked.
George nodded promptly and seized the lottery ticket and kissed it, and then he danced with Joseph.
注意：1.续写词数应为150左右；
2．请按如下格式作答。
Paragraph 1：
The story turned out to be this: George Sang is an ordinary office clerk.
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This was the scene just now.
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重点题型强化练
Ⅰ.阅读理解
Michael Jackson was on the road of performing when he was five years old.As is known to all, the road to fame and fortune is a long, hard one.
Michael remembers those early years when he was young.“My father was a machine operator，” he explained, “and he worked at a steel plant. My mother worked at Sears, a big department store. But they were both musicians.”
Michael's father Joe Jackson realized his sons had a lot of talent, and he knew he could train them to become fine musicians. In those days there were plenty of music groups and some of them were very good. He knew if his sons were to stand out, they would have to be the best.
Practice makes perfect. And the Jackson boys practised! Gradually the group took shape. Then word of this group began to get around. Thus Michael got a chance to do some solo (独唱的) songs. In the following years, Michael was always on the top. One million records of his were sold in New Zealand, which has only a total population of three million!
When Michael was eighteen, he entered another field of his career (生涯) — acting. “I plan to star in movies，” he told his friends, “but of course, my first love is music.”
Michael wrote a lot of his own songs. “Songs came about in the strangest ways，” he said, “I'll just wake up from sleeping and there is a whole song coming into my head. And then I put it down on the paper.”
Still, with all his success, Michael managed to keep his head calm. “I just do a different job from other people，” he said, “but it doesn't make me think I'm better than other people.”
To be quite honest, his fans just love to hear and watch him!
语篇解读：本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述的是Michael如何从一个孩子一步一步走向成功的。
1．What can we know from the text
A．Michael Jackson's parents enjoyed music a lot.
B．Michael's mother worked in a factory when he was young.
C．Michael's father spent a lot of time in drinking.
D．Michael began to earn money when he was only four years old.
解析：选A 细节理解题。根据第二段中的“But they were both musicians.”可知，迈克尔·杰克逊的父母非常喜欢音乐。故选A。
2．What did Joe Jackson realize
A．His children didn't need much practice.
B．His children had little talent to be musicians.
C．His children couldn't become famous if they weren't the best.
D．There were a small number of music groups in those days.
解析：选C 细节理解题。根据第三段中的“He knew if his sons were to stand out, they would have to be the best.”可知，他知道如果他的儿子们想脱颖而出，他们必须是最好的。故选C。
3．Which of the following is TRUE
A．All of Michael's songs were written by other people.
B．Michael thinks that he is much more clever than others.
C．Michael began to act in films when he was five years old.
D．A great number of New Zealanders bought a record of Michael's.
解析：选D 推理判断题。根据第四段中的“One million records of his were sold in New Zealand, which has only a total population of three million！”可知，他的唱片在总人口只有300万人的新西兰售出了100万张！ 故选D项。
4．What's the main idea of the text
A．How Mr Jackson trained his children.
B．How the Jacksons became successful.
C．Why Michael is so popular all over the world.
D．How Michael becomes so popular all over the world.
解析：选D 主旨大意题。根据第一段内容可知，迈克尔·杰克逊五岁的时候就开始演出了。众所周知，通往成功的道路是漫长而艰难的。再结合下文对Michael如何从一个孩子一步一步走向成功的可知，应选D项。
Ⅱ.阅读七选五
How to Organize a Music Festival
You love music and you always have. You want to carry out a music festival designed to attract music fans of all ages. Follow the steps and you'll organize a successful one.
◆Start by making a list of the local bands and artists that you like. You've taken this job because you love music, so put your taste to work for you. If you like these musicians, many of the local people will also like them. __1__ You need to have many kinds of music for all age groups.
◆Find a great location that has much open space for outdoor festivals. You need to build a stage so the musicians can be seen from a distance. __2__ Not all towns need such license but it is a good idea to check before you start building. For an indoor location, you need to find a theater that is willing to give you enough space. __3__
◆Hire sound engineers to give the musicians all the help they need. __4__ You can't expect the musicians to handle these problems because they are playing. Your sound and engineering experts will allow your stars to keep the music playing.
◆__5__ If you are planning your festival for families, the last thing you want is a beer swilling crowd starting a huge fight. Security people need to be present to make sure that nobody gets the idea that they want to start any kind of ruckus (骚乱)．
A．You need to find security people.
B．We can find enough songs to get a lot of money.
C．Bigger sports stadiums will be perfect as well.
D．But remember, you are trying to attract fans of all ages.
E．People should have practiced many different songs.
F．You can find a location by going to the local government and asking for permission.
G．The last thing you want is that a group is on the stage but the speakers don't work.
语篇解读：本文是一篇说明文。作者就如何为音乐节做准备给出了多方面的建议。
1．选D 空格后提到你需要为所有年龄段的人准备多种音乐。由此可反推，空格处应是提醒记住要试图吸引所有年龄段的粉丝。空格前后内容构成因果关系。
2．选F 空格后提到并不是所有的城镇都需要这样的许可证，但是在开始建造之前最好先核实一下。由此可确定，后文的such license在空格处应有所体现。F项中的going to the local government and asking for permission(去当地政府申请许可)与后文的such license相呼应。
3．选C 空格前提到对于室内场所，需要找到一个愿意给你足够空间的剧院。C项中的Bigger sports stadiums与前文的theater均为室内场所。选项C中的as well表示语义的并列，也是解题的提示点。
4．选G 由本段主题句中的Hire sound engineers及空格后的“handle these problems”和“sound and engineering experts”可知，本段谈论的是音乐节的设备问题。G项中的the speakers don't work涉及音响的问题，由此可确定答案。
5．选A 由后文的“starting a huge fight”以及“Security people”可以看出，本段讲的是安保问题。A项“你得找到安保人员”适合做本段的主题句。
Ⅲ.完形填空
Albert Einstein, who was born in Germany in 1879, is known as one of the greatest scientists in the world. When he was a little boy, he was slow to talk and had __1__ learning to read. He always preferred staying alone and thinking __2__.
At the age of 20, Einstein studied at the Swiss Federal University of Technology in Zurich. Once Einstein asked his __3__， “How can a person, like me, leave his distinct footprints on the road of life and make an outstanding __4__ in the scientific field？” It was a complex problem. The tutor said that he had to __5__ it carefully and then gave him an answer.
After three days, the tutor told Einstein that the answer was coming! He __6__ Einstein to walk toward a building site and set feet on the cement (水泥) ground that the construction workers had just paved. In the workers' scolding, Einstein was __7__ to ask his tutor, “Sir, aren't you misleading me？”
“Right, exactly！” the tutor said. “Have you seen it Only on the __8__ paved road can you leave your footprints, while you can't __9__ your footprints on those old roads that have been stepped by countless humans.”
After hearing what he said, Einstein was lost in deep thought and an open and clear way __10__ in his mind. Since then, a very __11__ sense of innovation and pioneering consciousness began __12__ Einstein's thinking and action. He said, “I never memorize what dictionaries and textbooks carry. My mind only remembers those things that are not __13__ in books.” It was for such a reason __14__ Einstein left his deep sparkling footprints in the history of __15__.
语篇解读：本文为一篇记叙文。爱因斯坦的大学导师巧妙地回答了爱因斯坦一个有关人生的问题，从而使爱因斯坦找到了自己的人生之路。
1．A.fun B．pleasure
C．difficulty D．luck
解析：选C 根据本句中的“slow to talk”可知，他在学习读书方面有困难。have difficulty (in) doing sth.为固定用法，意为“在做某事方面有困难”。
2．A.proudly B．deeply
C．highly D．roughly
解析：选B 由本句中的“preferred staying alone”可知，他喜欢独处和深入思考。
3．A.assistant B．partner
C．staff D．tutor
解析：选D 由本段最后一句中的“The tutor said”可知，此处爱因斯坦是在向自己的导师(tutor)寻求答案。
4．A.contribution B．reputation
C．decision D．impression
解析：选A make an outstanding contribution“做出杰出贡献”。reputation“名声”；decision“决定”；impression“印象”。
5．A.refer to B．deal with
C．argue over D．think about
解析：选D 对于爱因斯坦的这个问题，导师需要认真思考(think about)。
6．A.pulled B．forced
C．reminded D．allowed
解析：选A 导师拉(pulled)着爱因斯坦朝建筑工地走去。
7．A.satisfied B．delighted
C．confused D．concerned
解析：选C 导师拉着爱因斯坦向一个建筑工地走去，并踩在建筑工人刚刚铺好的水泥地上。对这种做法爱因斯坦感到迷惑(confused)。
8．A.formally B．newly
C．originally D．previously
解析：选B 由后文中的“you can't ________ your footprints on those old roads”可知，在老路上无法留下脚印。由此可知，导师想告诉爱因斯坦，只有新(newly)铺的水泥路上才能留下脚印。
9．A.measure B．remain
C．leave D．remove
解析：选C 此处的“leave your footprints”与空格前“Only on the ________ paved road can you leave your footprints”相呼应，属于原词复现。
10．A.arose B．appreciated
C．absorbed D．accumulated
解析：选A 听了导师的话，爱因斯坦陷入了深思，他的脑海中出现(arose)了一个开放和清晰的方式。appreciate“感激”；absorb“吸收”；accumulate“积累”。
11．A.strange B．sweet
C．slight D．strong
解析：选D 由后文爱因斯坦所说的“I never memorize what dictionaries and textbooks carry. My mind only remembers those things that are not ________ in books.”可知，爱因斯坦内心有一种强烈的(strong)创新和开拓意识。
12．A.equipping B．governing
C．guarding D．questioning
解析：选B 从那时起，一种非常强烈的创新和开拓意识开始控制(governing)爱因斯坦的思维和行动。equip“装备”；guard“守卫”；question“质疑”。
13．A.invented B．employed
C．included D．equipped
解析：选C 由上文中的“what dictionaries and textbooks carry”可知，爱因斯坦从不记忆字典和课本上的东西，只记忆书中没有的那些东西。
14．A.that B．why
C．what D．when
解析：选A 该句中含有强调句型，被强调部分为for such a reason。强调句型为“It is/was＋被强调部分＋that/who＋其他成分”。故答案为that。
15．A.biology B．science
C．medicine D．literature
解析：选B 根据第二段中的“... in the scientific field？”可知选science。UNIT 5 课时跟踪检测（四） 重点题型强化练
重点题型强化练
Ⅰ.阅读理解
Michael Jackson was on the road of performing when he was five years old.As is known to all, the road to fame and fortune is a long, hard one.
Michael remembers those early years when he was young.“My father was a machine operator，” he explained, “and he worked at a steel plant. My mother worked at Sears, a big department store. But they were both musicians.”
Michael's father Joe Jackson realized his sons had a lot of talent, and he knew he could train them to become fine musicians. In those days there were plenty of music groups and some of them were very good. He knew if his sons were to stand out, they would have to be the best.
Practice makes perfect. And the Jackson boys practised! Gradually the group took shape. Then word of this group began to get around. Thus Michael got a chance to do some solo (独唱的) songs. In the following years, Michael was always on the top. One million records of his were sold in New Zealand, which has only a total population of three million!
When Michael was eighteen, he entered another field of his career (生涯) — acting. “I plan to star in movies，” he told his friends, “but of course, my first love is music.”
Michael wrote a lot of his own songs. “Songs came about in the strangest ways，” he said, “I'll just wake up from sleeping and there is a whole song coming into my head. And then I put it down on the paper.”
Still, with all his success, Michael managed to keep his head calm. “I just do a different job from other people，” he said, “but it doesn't make me think I'm better than other people.”
To be quite honest, his fans just love to hear and watch him!
1．What can we know from the text
A．Michael Jackson's parents enjoyed music a lot.
B．Michael's mother worked in a factory when he was young.
C．Michael's father spent a lot of time in drinking.
D．Michael began to earn money when he was only four years old.
2．What did Joe Jackson realize
A．His children didn't need much practice.
B．His children had little talent to be musicians.
C．His children couldn't become famous if they weren't the best.
D．There were a small number of music groups in those days.
3．Which of the following is TRUE
A．All of Michael's songs were written by other people.
B．Michael thinks that he is much more clever than others.
C．Michael began to act in films when he was five years old.
D．A great number of New Zealanders bought a record of Michael's.
4．What's the main idea of the text
A．How Mr Jackson trained his children.
B．How the Jacksons became successful.
C．Why Michael is so popular all over the world.
D．How Michael becomes so popular all over the world.
Ⅱ.阅读七选五
How to Organize a Music Festival
You love music and you always have. You want to carry out a music festival designed to attract music fans of all ages. Follow the steps and you'll organize a successful one.
◆Start by making a list of the local bands and artists that you like. You've taken this job because you love music, so put your taste to work for you. If you like these musicians, many of the local people will also like them. __1__ You need to have many kinds of music for all age groups.
◆Find a great location that has much open space for outdoor festivals. You need to build a stage so the musicians can be seen from a distance. __2__ Not all towns need such license but it is a good idea to check before you start building. For an indoor location, you need to find a theater that is willing to give you enough space. __3__
◆Hire sound engineers to give the musicians all the help they need. __4__ You can't expect the musicians to handle these problems because they are playing. Your sound and engineering experts will allow your stars to keep the music playing.
◆__5__ If you are planning your festival for families, the last thing you want is a beer swilling crowd starting a huge fight. Security people need to be present to make sure that nobody gets the idea that they want to start any kind of ruckus (骚乱)．
A．You need to find security people.
B．We can find enough songs to get a lot of money.
C．Bigger sports stadiums will be perfect as well.
D．But remember, you are trying to attract fans of all ages.
E．People should have practiced many different songs.
F．You can find a location by going to the local government and asking for permission.
G．The last thing you want is that a group is on the stage but the speakers don't work.
Ⅲ.完形填空
Albert Einstein, who was born in Germany in 1879, is known as one of the greatest scientists in the world. When he was a little boy, he was slow to talk and had __1__ learning to read. He always preferred staying alone and thinking __2__.
At the age of 20, Einstein studied at the Swiss Federal University of Technology in Zurich. Once Einstein asked his __3__， “How can a person, like me, leave his distinct footprints on the road of life and make an outstanding __4__ in the scientific field？” It was a complex problem. The tutor said that he had to __5__ it carefully and then gave him an answer.
After three days, the tutor told Einstein that the answer was coming! He __6__ Einstein to walk toward a building site and set feet on the cement (水泥) ground that the construction workers had just paved. In the workers' scolding, Einstein was __7__ to ask his tutor, “Sir, aren't you misleading me？”
“Right, exactly！” the tutor said. “Have you seen it Only on the __8__ paved road can you leave your footprints, while you can't __9__ your footprints on those old roads that have been stepped by countless humans.”
After hearing what he said, Einstein was lost in deep thought and an open and clear way __10__ in his mind. Since then, a very __11__ sense of innovation and pioneering consciousness began __12__ Einstein's thinking and action. He said, “I never memorize what dictionaries and textbooks carry. My mind only remembers those things that are not __13__ in books.” It was for such a reason __14__ Einstein left his deep sparkling footprints in the history of __15__.
1．A.fun B．pleasure
C．difficulty D．luck
2．A.proudly B．deeply
C．highly D．roughly
3．A.assistant B．partner
C．staff D．tutor
4．A.contribution B．reputation
C．decision D．impression
5．A.refer to B．deal with
C．argue over D．think about
6．A.pulled B．forced
C．reminded D．allowed
7．A.satisfied B．delighted
C．confused D．concerned
8．A.formally B．newly
C．originally D．previously
9．A.measure B．remain
C．leave D．remove
10．A.arose B．appreciated
C．absorbed D．accumulated
11．A.strange B．sweet
C．slight D．strong
12．A.equipping B．governing
C．guarding D．questioning
13．A.invented B．employed
C．included D．equipped
14．A.that B．why
C．what D．when
15．A.biology B．science
C．medicine D．literatureUNIT 5 课时跟踪检测（一） 阅读理解专项练
阅读理解专项练
Ⅰ.阅读理解
A
A music festival, which is often presented with a main idea, is a community event mainly about live performances of singing and instrument playing. On the list are the music festivals for fans around the world. Find your favourite now!
Field Day
January 1, Sydney
Field Day means New Year's Day for young people in Sydney. Seen as the city's original outdoor party, it's a gathering of friends coming together for a great fun filled first day of the year. There's an air of hope and active energy on a perfect summer's day.
Envision Festival
February 21－26, Uvita
The Envision Festival is an annual event in Costa Rica that wants to provide a chance for different cultures to work with one another to create a better community. The festival encourages people to practise art, music and dance performances. At the same time, our connection with nature is expected to be strengthened.
McDowell Mountain Music Festival
March 2－4, Phoenix
The McDowell Mountain Music Festival is Phoenix's musical celebration of community culture. Since its founding in 2004, it is the only 100% nonprofit (非营利的) music festival designed to support, entertain and educate the community. The festival attracts thousands of visitors each year from around the country, and it is an opportunity to experience true culture.
Old Settler's Music Festival
April 19－22, Tilmon
The Old Settler's Music Festival is a nationally known music festival for American music. The festival is held in Tilmon, Texas at the height of the wild flower season. The Old Settler's Music Festival offers great music and activities for the whole family.
语篇解读：本文是一篇应用文。文章主要介绍了四个著名的音乐节。
1．Which city should you go to if you intend to participate in a music festival in January
A．Sydney. B．Uvita.
C．Phoenix. D．Tilmon.
解析：选A 细节理解题。根据Field Day部分中的“January 1, Sydney”可知，如果你想在一月份参加音乐节，你可以去悉尼参加Field Day，故选A。
2．What is special about the McDowell Mountain Music Festival
A．It encourages people to receive education.
B．It is not held to make money.
C．It provides a chance for friends to meet each other.
D．It focuses on culture spread.
解析：选B 细节理解题。根据McDowell Mountain Music Festival部分中的“Since its founding ... the community.”可知，McDowell Mountain音乐节是非营利性的，不是为了赚钱。故选B。
3．Which festivals are connected with nature
A．Field Day and Envision Festival.
B．Envision Festival and McDowell Mountain Music Festival.
C．Old Settler's Music Festival and McDowell Mountain Music Festival.
D．Envision Festival and Old Settler's Music Festival.
解析：选D 细节理解题。根据Envision Festival部分中的“At the same time, our connection with nature is expected to be strengthened.”和Old Settler's Music Festival部分中的“The festival is held in Tilmon, Texas at the height of the wild flower season.”可知，Envision Festival和Old Settler's Music Festival这两个音乐节都与自然相关。故选D。
B
I went to my first music festival with my friend this summer. Unlike the majority of festival goers we did not buy tickets. Instead，we volunteered as festival servers for Oxfam. We each worked in exchange for a free ticket to the festival.
Leeds Festival is a large music festival which takes place at Branham Park.It takes place towards the end of August, and thousands of people attend each year. There are several different stages, each suitable for a different music taste. As well as the great music on offer, there are also funfair rides，food outlets and a silent disco. Among these things, I love silent discos: everyone has a set of headphones with two channels and music is played through the headphones. As a result, people can be dancing and singing along to completely different songs!
When we were not working, we were free to enjoy the festival.We saw a wide variety of artists across the weekend. My favorite day was the Sunday — in my opinion, this had，by far，the best lineup (阵容). I really enjoyed seeing Imagine Dragons, Vampire Weekend and, of course, Arctic Monkeys, which are popular bands attracting thousands of people.
Although it was August, I could not believe how cold it was at night! We camped for five nights — a bit longer than the general public — and it was freezing every night! However, we had a really fantastic campsite. People who work at festivals stay in a different campsite to the general public. Our campsite was smaller, quieter and a lot cleaner! I had a great time and will definitely return next year!
语篇解读：本文是一篇记叙文，主要介绍了作者在利兹音乐节上当志愿者以及享受这一音乐节的情况。
4．How did the author attend the music festival
A．By buying a ticket.
B．By accompanying her sister.
C．By acting as a waiter.
D．By slipping there secretly.
解析：选C 细节理解题。根据第一段中的“we volunteered as festival servers for Oxfam”可知，作者在音乐节上当服务员以换取参加音乐节的机会。
5．Why did the author love the Sunday most
A．Because she was free.
B．Because she got more tips.
C．Because there were many bands.
D．Because there were fewer customers.
解析：选C 细节理解题。根据第三段中的“My favorite day was the Sunday ... of people.”可知，作者最喜欢星期天是因为那天有最好的阵容，有作者喜欢的乐队。
6．What does the author think of her campsite
A．Remote. B．Wonderful.
C．Dirty. D．Cold.
解析：选B 推理判断题。根据最后一段中的“However，we had a really fantastic campsite.”可知，作者认为她的野营地很好。
7．What can be the best title for the passage
A．Volunteers at a Music Festival
B．My First Music Festival
C．Love Attending Music Festivals
D．Music Festivals Are Popular
解析：选B 标题归纳题。根据第一段中的“I went to my first music festival”以及下文的描述可知，本文主要描述了作者第一次参加音乐节的情况。
C
Listening to music is considered a good thing for adults. Indeed it is. Scientific studies have proved it. Music has so many good effects on our body, mind and mood that this world will certainly not be a good place without music. Then, is music good for children Some parents think so and let their children learn or listen to music. But some parents don't know the importance of music to children. Here are some reasons why music is important to children.
First, music is good for children's intelligence. Studies have proved that children who learn music are likely to have higher intelligence than those who have no interest in or dislike music. This is because the brain gets stimulated (刺激) by the rhythm and tone of music.
Music also has soothing (抚慰的) effect on children and helps remove their stress. Today's children are under a lot of stress from schoolwork. Being under too much stress impairs children's health. Luckily, listening to music can help them feel better.
Music can improve children's moods. Some children are sad by nature. They seem to be lost in their own thoughts and don't take interest in their surroundings. In such cases, a method known as “music therapy” comes to their rescue. It changes their moods and places a new kind of spirit in them.
Music is also a universal language that children ought to learn. Our world has become a global village. People are getting more and more interested in other cultures and countries. Music can help them in understanding foreign cultures.
Now we can say that music is very important not only to adults but also to children. So children should be encouraged to learn music or listen to music.
语篇解读：本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了儿童接触音乐对他们很有好处，父母应该让儿童多接触音乐。
8．By mentioning scientific studies in Paragraph 1, the author wants to show ________.
A．why adults should listen to music
B．children should listen to music
C．listening to music is only good for adults
D．why scientists are interested in music
解析：选A 推理判断题。根据第一段中的“Listening to music is considered a good thing for adults. Indeed it is. Scientific studies have proved it.”可知，作者是为了表明听音乐对成年人有益处，也就是为什么成年人应该听音乐。
9．What does the underlined word “impairs” in Paragraph 3 mean
A．Harms. B．Changes.
C．Improves. D．Shows.
解析：选A 词义猜测题。根据下文“Luckily, listening to music can help them feel better.”并结合常识可推知，画线词所在的句子是指“太多压力会‘伤害’孩子的健康”。
10．The last but one paragraph shows that listening to music means ________.
A．learning languages better
B．understanding foreign cultures better
C．accepting the fast developing world easily
D．showing greater interest in other cultures
解析：选B 细节理解题。根据倒数第二段中的“Music can help them in understanding foreign cultures.”可知，听音乐可以帮助更好地理解外国文化。
11．What would be the best title for the passage
A．Why do Children Love Music
B．How to Choose Music for Children
C．How to Teach Children Music Easily
D．Why is Music Important to Children
解析：选D 标题归纳题。根据文章内容可知，本文主要是讲为什么音乐对儿童很重要。
Ⅱ.阅读七选五
How to protect your ears
You and your friends are leaving a concert on a Friday night. When you get outside, your ears are ringing. You have to shout to be heard. __1__ So no harm done ... right
Not quite. Temporary buzzing may be easy to ignore, but repeated exposure to loud noise will eventually cause serious — and irreversible (不可逆转的) — hearing loss. A new study conducted by researchers at Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston shows that one in five people between the ages of 12 and 19 are experiencing slight hearing loss, and one in 20 have mild hearing loss. __2__ But the good news is that there are plenty of ways you can protect your ears from further damage — and still listen to the music you love.
Ask around.Put your earbuds in or your headphones on, and then ask a friend next to you whether or not he or she can hear what you're listening to. __3__ Turn it down.
Buy noise canceling headphones.A pair of earbuds or headphones that fits comfortably will limit outside noise so that you can hear your music better at lower volume.
Take breaks. __4__ So when listening to music, take your headphones off for 15 or 20 minutes and let your ears enjoy the quiet.
__5__ You can buy a cheap pair at any drugstore as an easy way to lower volume at concerts — or while playing or practicing your own music — without changing the quality of the sound.
A．Use earplugs.
B．Keep the volume below 70 percent.
C．If the answer is yes, your music is too loud.
D．But by morning, your hearing is totally back to normal.
E．Like every other part of your body, your ears need rest.
F．Unfortunately, there's no way to get back hearing you've already lost.
G．The exposure to noise is louder and longer than in any previous generation.
语篇解读：本文是一篇说明文，主要介绍了几种保护耳朵的方法，包括询问身边的人音乐的音量、购买噪音消除耳机、定时休息和使用耳塞。
1．选D 根据上文可知，某个周五晚上的音乐会让你耳鸣；结合空处后一句“So no harm done ... right？”可知，耳朵似乎并没有受到伤害；据此可推知，空处应表示转折，故D项“但是到了早上，你的听力完全恢复了正常”符合语境。
2．选F 根据空处后一句可知，但好消息是，有很多方法可以保护你的耳朵免受进一步的伤害，同时还能继续听你喜欢的音乐。据此可推知，空处与此句为转折关系，故F项“不幸的是，你已经丧失的听力无法恢复”符合语境，衔接上下文。
3．选C 空处上文是说当你戴上耳塞或耳机时，问一下你身边的朋友是否能听见你听的东西，再结合空后一句“Turn it down.”可知，C项“如果答案是肯定的，你的音乐太大声了”符合语境。
4．选E 根据该段小标题Take breaks.并结合空处后一句可知，该段主要建议让耳朵定时休息，故E项与此处匹配。
5．选A 根据文章的结构以及空处所在的位置可知，空处为该段的小标题；根据该段的内容可知，你可以在任何一家药店买到一副便宜的耳塞，可以用于降低音乐会的音量。据此可知，该段主要建议准备一副耳塞，故A项正确。UNIT 5 课时跟踪检测（一） 阅读理解专项练
阅读理解专项练
Ⅰ.阅读理解
A
A music festival, which is often presented with a main idea, is a community event mainly about live performances of singing and instrument playing. On the list are the music festivals for fans around the world. Find your favourite now!
Field Day
January 1, Sydney
Field Day means New Year's Day for young people in Sydney. Seen as the city's original outdoor party, it's a gathering of friends coming together for a great fun filled first day of the year. There's an air of hope and active energy on a perfect summer's day.
Envision Festival
February 21－26, Uvita
The Envision Festival is an annual event in Costa Rica that wants to provide a chance for different cultures to work with one another to create a better community. The festival encourages people to practise art, music and dance performances. At the same time, our connection with nature is expected to be strengthened.
McDowell Mountain Music Festival
March 2－4, Phoenix
The McDowell Mountain Music Festival is Phoenix's musical celebration of community culture. Since its founding in 2004, it is the only 100% nonprofit (非营利的) music festival designed to support, entertain and educate the community. The festival attracts thousands of visitors each year from around the country, and it is an opportunity to experience true culture.
Old Settler's Music Festival
April 19－22, Tilmon
The Old Settler's Music Festival is a nationally known music festival for American music. The festival is held in Tilmon, Texas at the height of the wild flower season. The Old Settler's Music Festival offers great music and activities for the whole family.
1．Which city should you go to if you intend to participate in a music festival in January
A．Sydney. B．Uvita.
C．Phoenix. D．Tilmon.
2．What is special about the McDowell Mountain Music Festival
A．It encourages people to receive education.
B．It is not held to make money.
C．It provides a chance for friends to meet each other.
D．It focuses on culture spread.
3．Which festivals are connected with nature
A．Field Day and Envision Festival.
B．Envision Festival and McDowell Mountain Music Festival.
C．Old Settler's Music Festival and McDowell Mountain Music Festival.
D．Envision Festival and Old Settler's Music Festival.
B
I went to my first music festival with my friend this summer. Unlike the majority of festival goers we did not buy tickets. Instead，we volunteered as festival servers for Oxfam. We each worked in exchange for a free ticket to the festival.
Leeds Festival is a large music festival which takes place at Branham Park.It takes place towards the end of August, and thousands of people attend each year. There are several different stages, each suitable for a different music taste. As well as the great music on offer, there are also funfair rides，food outlets and a silent disco. Among these things, I love silent discos: everyone has a set of headphones with two channels and music is played through the headphones. As a result, people can be dancing and singing along to completely different songs!
When we were not working, we were free to enjoy the festival.We saw a wide variety of artists across the weekend. My favorite day was the Sunday — in my opinion, this had，by far，the best lineup (阵容). I really enjoyed seeing Imagine Dragons, Vampire Weekend and, of course, Arctic Monkeys, which are popular bands attracting thousands of people.
Although it was August, I could not believe how cold it was at night! We camped for five nights — a bit longer than the general public — and it was freezing every night! However, we had a really fantastic campsite. People who work at festivals stay in a different campsite to the general public. Our campsite was smaller, quieter and a lot cleaner! I had a great time and will definitely return next year!
4．How did the author attend the music festival
A．By buying a ticket.
B．By accompanying her sister.
C．By acting as a waiter.
D．By slipping there secretly.
5．Why did the author love the Sunday most
A．Because she was free.
B．Because she got more tips.
C．Because there were many bands.
D．Because there were fewer customers.
6．What does the author think of her campsite
A．Remote. B．Wonderful.
C．Dirty. D．Cold.
7．What can be the best title for the passage
A．Volunteers at a Music Festival
B．My First Music Festival
C．Love Attending Music Festivals
D．Music Festivals Are Popular
C
Listening to music is considered a good thing for adults. Indeed it is. Scientific studies have proved it. Music has so many good effects on our body, mind and mood that this world will certainly not be a good place without music. Then, is music good for children Some parents think so and let their children learn or listen to music. But some parents don't know the importance of music to children. Here are some reasons why music is important to children.
First, music is good for children's intelligence. Studies have proved that children who learn music are likely to have higher intelligence than those who have no interest in or dislike music. This is because the brain gets stimulated (刺激) by the rhythm and tone of music.
Music also has soothing (抚慰的) effect on children and helps remove their stress. Today's children are under a lot of stress from schoolwork. Being under too much stress impairs children's health. Luckily, listening to music can help them feel better.
Music can improve children's moods. Some children are sad by nature. They seem to be lost in their own thoughts and don't take interest in their surroundings. In such cases, a method known as “music therapy” comes to their rescue. It changes their moods and places a new kind of spirit in them.
Music is also a universal language that children ought to learn. Our world has become a global village. People are getting more and more interested in other cultures and countries. Music can help them in understanding foreign cultures.
Now we can say that music is very important not only to adults but also to children. So children should be encouraged to learn music or listen to music.
8．By mentioning scientific studies in Paragraph 1, the author wants to show ________.
A．why adults should listen to music
B．children should listen to music
C．listening to music is only good for adults
D．why scientists are interested in music
9．What does the underlined word “impairs” in Paragraph 3 mean
A．Harms. B．Changes.
C．Improves. D．Shows.
10．The last but one paragraph shows that listening to music means ________.
A．learning languages better
B．understanding foreign cultures better
C．accepting the fast developing world easily
D．showing greater interest in other cultures
11．What would be the best title for the passage
A．Why do Children Love Music
B．How to Choose Music for Children
C．How to Teach Children Music Easily
D．Why is Music Important to Children
Ⅱ.阅读七选五
How to protect your ears
You and your friends are leaving a concert on a Friday night. When you get outside, your ears are ringing. You have to shout to be heard. __1__ So no harm done ... right
Not quite. Temporary buzzing may be easy to ignore, but repeated exposure to loud noise will eventually cause serious — and irreversible (不可逆转的) — hearing loss. A new study conducted by researchers at Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston shows that one in five people between the ages of 12 and 19 are experiencing slight hearing loss, and one in 20 have mild hearing loss. __2__ But the good news is that there are plenty of ways you can protect your ears from further damage — and still listen to the music you love.
Ask around.Put your earbuds in or your headphones on, and then ask a friend next to you whether or not he or she can hear what you're listening to. __3__ Turn it down.
Buy noise canceling headphones.A pair of earbuds or headphones that fits comfortably will limit outside noise so that you can hear your music better at lower volume.
Take breaks. __4__ So when listening to music, take your headphones off for 15 or 20 minutes and let your ears enjoy the quiet.
__5__ You can buy a cheap pair at any drugstore as an easy way to lower volume at concerts — or while playing or practicing your own music — without changing the quality of the sound.
A．Use earplugs.
B．Keep the volume below 70 percent.
C．If the answer is yes, your music is too loud.
D．But by morning, your hearing is totally back to normal.
E．Like every other part of your body, your ears need rest.
F．Unfortunately, there's no way to get back hearing you've already lost.
G．The exposure to noise is louder and longer than in any previous generation.
