1 . 假定你是李华，作为交换生正在英国学习。你所在的学校要举办以音乐为主题的演讲比赛。请你写一篇演讲稿参赛，内容包括：
1. 与音乐有关的一次经历。
2. 音乐的力量或影响。
注意：1. 可以适当增加细节，使行文连贯   
2. 词数80左右
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2 . When my sister Diane began playing the violin, she was seven. How did she sound? Terrible. But she didn’t ___. At twelve, she asked our parents if she could ___ a full-time music school. They said no. Actually, everyone agreed that my sister lacked talent.

I was better at my ___. My teacher had told my parents that I had great potential. So my parents found the best piano teacher in the area to ___ me. But the only time when he was available was Saturday at 3 pm. Back then, I was ___ by the British TV show The Avengers, which was ___ every Saturday at 3 pm. I let nothing take up my The Avengers hour. So I ___ this amazing opportunity. Today, I don’t even have a ___ in my house.

My sister became an engineer, but she ___ stopped making music. When she was in her 40s, she changed her career. She went back to college, got a ____ in music education, and became a music teacher. She starts kids off on their first instrument and gives them all the encouragement and support she never ____.

Recently, she and a pianist pal put on a recital (音乐演奏会). A big crowd of friends and family ____ for her. As she played, I looked around at the ____. Everyone was obviously enjoying the music. It occurred to me that I was the only person who remembered that 7-year-old kid making those perfectly ____ sounds and knew how far she had come, despite ____.

Talent is important. But enthusiasm is even more important.

1.

A．admit

B．advance

C．quit

D．improve

2.

A．attend

B．join

C．leave

D．visit

3.

A．major

B．project

C．composition

D．instrument

4.

A．examine

B．train

C．correct

D．challenge

5.

A．frightened

B．serious

C．fascinated

D．particular

6.

A．aired

B．filmed

C．designed

D．commented

7.

A．jumped at

B．opened up

C．waited for

D．turned down

8.

A．tutor

B．musician

C．piano

D．violin

9.

A．already

B．even

C．never

D．once

10.

A．degree

B．chance

C．scholarship

D．sponsor

11.

A．expected

B．provided

C．imagined

D．received

12.

A．paid off

B．showed off

C．stayed up

D．turned up

13.

A．audience

B．students

C．spotlights

D．platform

14.

A．sweet

B．bad

C．powerful

D．pleasing

15.

A．everybody

B．everything

C．something

D．somebody

3 . The arts, especially music, should be part of every school’s lessons at every grade level. Students would be much smarter if they had some musical experience. They could improve their classroom skills, like paying attention and following directions. People develop all these skills when they learn music. Making music also lets children use their imagination. It provides students with a chance to try out their own ideas.

Music not only makes children better students, but also gives them something positive (积极的) to do. In a music program, children can be part of a band. Parents can enjoy listening to their children’s music instead of seeing them glued to a computer or TV screen. In a school band, students get to be part of a team. They can get along well with old friends and make new friends through music.

Music builds self-confidence, too. It gives children a sense of achievement and success. Making music is something for them to be proud of, and it lets kids practice performing in front of audiences. Music gives children an opportunity for self-ex pression, and that helps develop their self-confidence. Once again, music is important because it can make children better students, give them something positive to do, and build their characters. That is why music should be offered in every single grade in every school.

1. How could music make students smarter?

A．By improving their memory and attention.

B．By improving their classroom skills and imagination.

C．By making them brave, knowledgeable and modest.

D．By learning music, making music and trying out their own ideas.

2. What does the underlined phrase “glued to” in the second paragraph mean?

A．Unwilling to turn on.

B．Always turning off.

C．Unwilling to leave.

D．Always hating.

3. What’s the main idea of the third paragraph?

A．Music brings children success.	B．Music gives children self-expression.
C．Music helps children achieve their dream.	D．Music develops children’s self-confidence.

4. What’s the best title of the text?

A．Music Is a Must as a Course at School	B．Music Builds Children’s Self-confidence
C．Music Makes Students Much Smarter	D．Learning Music Is Very Important

4 . Amazing Benefits of Listening to Music during Meditation (冥想)

There are many benefits of listening to music during meditation. If you haven’t tried it yet, you should! It is not only relaxing but also beneficial for your mental health.     1    

Reduce Stress

One of its benefits is a reduction in the levels of stress and anxiety.     2     If your workload is very demanding, it is very natural for you to feel stressed-out often. When you listen to pleasant and soft music during meditation, you will feel calmer and remove stress from your life.

Balance Your Emotions

    3     Listening to music while meditating can help you balance your emotions. People who meditate while regularly listening to music can balance their lives. They are better in dealing with emotions. In fact, they can improve their relationships and heal wounds quicker than those who don’t take this beautiful practice.

Inspire You

When you listen to music while meditating, you feel inspired. This brings about a good feeling, and you can relax and enjoy yourself. You will also feel great about yourself. This is a great inspiration to someone who has lost hope in life.     4    

Wonderful, wasn’t it? The journey through music and meditation is something we should all try. Your body, mind, and soul will connect with each other.     5     Right from the moment you start meditating with the help of music, you will notice changes.

A．Your health will be harmed.

B．Here are some of the benefits.

C．Not only that, your quality of life will improve too.

D．Meditation can help you live a life free of anxiety.

E．Stress is one of the most common issues in today’s world.

F．Maintaining an emotional balance is very important.

G．You can recommend it to someone who is struggling with hopelessness.

8 . There will be four concerts that are worth expecting this year. Tickets for each concert are just $59. 95 per person when you order all four events. Here is the complete show information for each concert.

Dean Z-The Ultimate Elvis

August 12-15, 2023

Ticket price: $65. 59

Dean Z is the ultimate Elvis! When Dean was three, “This Is Elvis” was being broadcast on television. He immediately jumped on the coffee table and started imitating Presley’s every move. His newest show, Dean Z-The Ultimate Elvis, is the high point of a life-long career paying tribute (致敬) to the man who will always be known as the King of Rock and Roll, Elvis Presley!

December’ 63

August 19-22, 2023

Ticket price: $70. 39

The music of Frankie Valli And The Four Seasons comes to life in this unique concert experience. December’ 63 shows favorite songs from Frankie Valli that have been exciting audiences for decades. This recreation (重现) of a Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons concert will have you reaching for the high notes as our performers take you on a musical journey with stops at every phase of their careers!

Piano Men: Generations

August 26-29, 2023

Ticket price: $69. 95

Don’t miss the return of last season’s most popular concert! The amazing father and son team of Terry and Nick Davies celebrate the musical influences of Billy Joel and Elton John. Not only have Billy and Elton written and performed music that has been spread for four decades, but also seated themselves behind the piano! Join Terry and Nick and their incredible band on this journey through their long, successful careers.

Rockin’ Out With Steve Watts

September 9-19, 2023

Ticket price: $73. 69

Fireside favorite Steve Watts and members of the popular Fireside Band bring you a fast-paced, heart pounding concert of Rock and Roll classics to the Fireside stage for two weekends. Steve and the band will play some of his particular favorites from the 1960’s through today including such artists as Bruce Springsteen, David Bowie, The Beatles and many more!

1. How much will you pay for each concert when you order all four events?

A．$59. 95.

B．$65. 59

C．$70. 39

D．$69. 95

2. In which concert can you see Terry and Nick Davies?

A．Dean Z-The Ultimate Elvis.

B．December’ 63.

C．Piano Men: Generations.

D．Rockin’ Out With Steve Watts.

3. What do the four concerts have in common?

A．All the concerts will be held in August.

B．All the concerts will be broadcast on television.

C．All the performers will sing Rock and Roll.

D．All the concerts will have old songs worth remembering.

9 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. What does the man mainly want to do at present?

A．To do some sports.

B．To learn from others.

C．To go to some concerts.

2. What is the woman most interested in?

A．Playing the piano.

B．Listening to music

C．Exchanging experience.

3. What are the speakers both weak in?

A．Pop music.

B．Classical music

C．Music teory.

4. Whom would the speakers turn to?

A．Timmy’s uncle.

B．Lily’s uncle.

C．Their professor.

10 . 假定英语课上老师要求同桌之间交换修改作文，请你修改你同桌写的以下作文。文中共有10处语言错误，每句中最多有两处。每处错误仅涉及一个单词的增加、删除或修改。
增加：在缺词处加一个漏字符号(∧)，并在其下面写出该加的词。
删除：把多余的词用斜线(\)划掉。
修改：在错的词下划一横线，并在该词下面写出修改后的词。
注意：1.每处错误及其修改均仅限一词;
2.只允许修改10处，多者(从第11处起)不计分。

An activity themed “Student Talent Show" was held last week, thus attracted many students to participate. The activity was lasted from Monday to Saturday, during which time students with special talents signed up, prepared but competed well. The final competition fell on Saturday afternoon, when all the teens and child showed their great talents. Some presented her amazing singing voices when others showed their incredible dancing skills. What impressed us most was the one who danced from a rap music while playing a tongue twister. The activity had impact on everyone. It’ s entire believed that such an event will not only improve students’ ability but also promotes their love of life.