【推荐1】These destinations march to the beat of their own drum. So put on your dancing shoes and head to these sweet-sounding cities.

New Orleans

In the 19th century, slaves gathered on Sundays to play drums, dance, and sing in Congo Square. Those lively rhythms of Africa ran head on with the sounds of Europe to create jazz, a typical American art form that has inspired generations of Americans and spread around the globe. But this isn’t suit-wearing, head-nodding, polite jazz. New Orleans jazz sweeps you off your feet and makes you jump and clap and sing along.

Chicago

Large numbers of African Americans left the South in search of better opportunities during 1916~1970 and Chicago attracted scores of these people, who brought with them the sound of the Mississippi River. Here, it changed into something sad and symphonic: blues. Blues was not born in Chicago, but it was here that it found a new voice and began to spread its message around the world.

Memphis

Memphis is the birthplace of rock and roll. It was here in Sun Studios in the summer of 1951 that Ike Turner and his band the Delta Cats recorded “Rocket 88”, widely regarded as the first rock and roll song. But, like so many great things, it happened by accident the guitarist’s loudspeaker broke down during the recording, creating a unique guitar sound that would become a hallmark of the music.   People didn’t know how to classify it, but they knew they loved it. The rest is history.

New York City

New York is one of the world’s greatest cities where you can listen to all kinds of music. But to experience a true New York state of mind, you have to leave the shiny towers and Broadway shows of Manhattan and head to Harlem, the Bronx, Brooklyn, and Queens to explore the city’s hip-hop history.

1. What do New Orleans jazz and Chicago blues have in common?

A．They sound very sad.	B．They have similar origin.
C．They happened by accident.	D．They are played on the guitar.

2. When was rock and roll born?

A．In the 19th century.	B．In the late 19th century.
C．In the early 20th century.	D．In the mid-20th century.

3. What are Harlem and Queers known for?

A．Blues.

B．Jazz.

C．Hip-hop.

D．Rock and roll.

【推荐2】Music is an international language, spanning cultures across the world, and, in fact, across time. Looking at today’s musical landscape, certain cities truly stand out for their music scenes. Here we’re naming some of our favorite cities for music.

Nashville

With the nickname “Music City”, Nashville makes our list of best music cities. You’re bound to hear live music anywhere, whether at your hotel bar, or at the historic Ryman Auditorium. Nashville is not only home to the Country Music Hall of Fame and the Johnny Cash Museum, but it’s still active in the recording studio scene.

Vienna

If you’re after classical music on your next vacation, be sure to head to Vienna. Once the capital of the Habsburg Empire, the city was the center of all societal affairs which included music. The greatest classical composers—from Mozart to Haydn to Beethoven to Mahler—all lived and worked in Vienna at one point or another.

New York

New York has been described as a “melting pot (熔炉)” of cultures, and that applies to its music, too. The 20th century was particularly fruitful for New York’s music scene. During this time, it became the birthplace of hip-hop, disco, and salsa music, among other styles. The list truly goes on and on.

New Orleans

The city is filled with jazz, where you can listen to the great music every night. Of course, you can catch jazz at venues across town—the genre was born here, after all. If you’re a huge jazz fan, you might want to consider visiting during the annual New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival.

1. Which city is more attractive to visitors who want to know the classical musicians?

A．Nashville.

B．Vienna.

C．New York.

D．New Orleans.

2. What is special about New York as a music city?

A．It is a meeting pointing for various styles of music.

B．It is recognized as the birthplace and hot area of Jazz.

C．It holds musical festivals for hip-pop and disco fans each year.

D．It enables people to enjoy the live shows inside and outside hotel bars.

3. Where is this text probably taken from?

A．A poster.

B．A news report.

C．An encyclopedia.

D．A magazine.

【推荐1】Here are some popular favourite films and movies. You can go to theatre to watch them with your family or friends.

Bottoms

The high school comedy is very strange and funny. It’s a smart new comedy. Ayo Edebiri and Rachel Sennott play unpopular best friends who start a fight club in hopes of attracting the cheerleaders of their dreams. Bottoms was co-written by Sennott and Emma Seligman, who also directs. They previously collaborated on the movie Shiva Baby.

Blue Beetle

It is a true-blue surprise. In the great new superhero film Blue Beetle, Xolo Mariduena plays Jaime Reyes, a young Mexican-American man who comes across a frightening bug-like alien artifact (神器) that connects to him and gives him superpowers. It may seem like just another story about a hero, but-centering the film on a Latin family changes the familiar mode in ways big and small.

Strays

It leads the pack for rated dog comedies. In the new comedy Strays, four talking dogs have an incredible/unbelievable journey. Reggie (voiced by Will Ferrell) doesn’t realize his owner Doug (played by Will Forte) is going to abandon him on the streets. But when Doug’s intentions become clear, Reggie’s motivation shifts from a reunion to revenge (复仇). Strays’ voice cast also features Jamie Foxx, Isla Fisher and Randall Park.

Golda

The movie describes a key moment in Israeli history. It is a story of Golda Meir, Israel’s first and only female prime minister. But it only covers a period of fewer than three weeks. The film follows Meir — played by a nearly unrecognizable Helen Mirren — as she spends the tense 19 days of the 1973. The conflict in 1973 resulted in heavy Israeli losses, and finally, Meir gave up her position of prime minister.

1. In what way is Emma Seligman different from Sennott?

A．He’s the director of Bottoms.	B．He is the writer of Bottoms.
C．He plays a role in Bottoms.	D．He once started a fight club.

2. Why does Reggie decide to get his revenge?

A．The journey is very difficult.	B．Other dogs want to abandon him.
C．Doug has too many intentions.	D．Its owner is unfriendly to it.

3. Which of the following suits people interested in history best?

A．Bottoms.

B．Blue Beetle.

C．Strays.

D．Golda.

【推荐3】The library is the heart of a university——its collections, services, and study spaces are central to every student’s educational journey. Let’s take a look at some famous university libraries around the world.

Magdalen College Old Library

Oxford University is famous for its academic programs, but it’s also known for its outstanding libraries that are said to include more than 11 million books. The Old Library at Magdalen College is the crown jewel of the university’s library system. It contains more than 20,000 rare books and manuscripts. Nearly all of these volumes were published before 1800.

TU Delft Library

The library at the Delft University of Technology was constructed in 1997, which has more than 862,000 books, 16,000 magazine subscriptions and its own museum. But it will only take a glance to be attracted, as it is a sight to remember. The building itself exists beneath the ground, so you can’t really see the actual library. What makes it interesting is the roof, which is a grassy hill.

Trinity College Library

The Trinity College Library in Dublin is the oldest library in Ireland, founded in 1592 by Queen Elizabeth I. It contains more than 200,000 of the library’s oldest books. Treasures of the library’s extensive collection include a rare copy of the 1916 proclamation of the Irish Republic and a beautiful 15th century harp (竖琴).

Joe and Rika Mansueto Library

Opened in 2011, the Joe and Rika Mansueto Library at the University of Chicago is designed with a grand glass roof, perfect for staring out when you are tired. The library can hold around 3.5 million volumes through its underground automatic storage and retrieval system. If you are not already impressed, the librarians, robotic cranes, will knock your socks off. They can locate and bring you any book within an average time of 3 minutes.

1. What do Magdalen College Old Library & Trinity College Library have in common?

A．Both house stringed instruments.	B．Both feature attractive designs.
C．Both boast numerous ancient books.	D．Both gain recognition as crown jewels.

2. Which library possesses its own museum?

A．TU Delft Library.	B．Trinity College Library.
C．Magdalen College Old Library.	D．Joe and Rika Mansueto Library.

3. What may impress you most in Joe and Rika Mansueto Library?

A．The glass roof.	B．The volume of books.
C．The storage system.	D．The robotic librarians.