1 . 使用恰当的过渡衔接词连句成篇
1．早上好！我很荣幸有机会在这里做一个关于“音乐的作用”的演讲。
2．众所周知，音乐在我们的生活中扮演着重要的角色。
3．在我们的空闲时间听古典音乐和弹钢琴很舒心。
4．音乐可以使我们能身心放松。
5．每当我们遇到各种各样的麻烦和感到悲伤时，音乐也可以激励和鼓励我们。
6．音乐对我们有很大的影响，帮助我们度过艰难的时期。
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Thank you very much for your attention.

2 . I suffered a stroke (中风) in March 2013, then mostly recovered (康复) and realized I had been very ________. Six months after the stroke, I began to take piano lessons. Some people believe students can only learn music well when they’re ________. Money problems meant I never had that ________ as a child. But I had a dream, so this belief did not ________ the 52-year-old me.

I learned slowly with my first teacher. Then after two years, I started with a man. He seemed ________. In our first lesson, he asked me how my last teacher taught. I ________ how she would play each new song for me first and then help me work it out.

“I won’t be doing that,” he said. “I expect you to learn the ________ yourself and I expect you to practice. If not, you will have to find another ________.”

Our class lasted three months. However, in our last lesson before Christmas, he strongly criticized (批评) me, saying that I played with the ________ rhythm and tone (节奏和音调). I went home in a state of ________.

When I saw him again, I played the same ________ again and then said, “I practiced this piece about 500 times.”

There was silence. Then, surprisingly, he said he could see I had put ________ into it.

From that day, he changed. He became kind and warm. He ________ explained difficult terms and took care to ________ my creativity. Through him, I fell deeply in love with ________.

It is the piano that helps me get over the stroke and find my confidence again.

1.

A．free

B．tired

C．lucky

D．cold

2.

A．young

B．clever

C．famous

D．healthy

3.

A．feeling

B．chance

C．worry

D．trouble

4.

A．surprise

B．attract

C．save

D．discourage

5.

A．strict

B．mad

C．satisfied

D．funny

6.

A．asked

B．described

C．learned

D．considered

7.

A．benefits

B．stories

C．notes

D．letters

8.

A．teacher

B．student

C．doctor

D．family

9.

A．strong

B．common

C．different

D．wrong

10.

A．fear

B．peace

C．sadness

D．excitement

11.

A．song

B．trick

C．match

D．sport

12.

A．interest

B．pressure

C．money

D．effort

13.

A．angrily

B．patiently

C．secretly

D．probably

14.

A．challenge

B．limit

C．develop

D．copy

15.

A．painting

B．literature

C．running

D．music

3 . 语法填空

Nowadays, it is common to see ordinary people listening to music with headphones,     1     (absorb) themselves in their own world. Thanks     2     music, people become closer by sharing     3     string of appealing records with their friends. Moreover, music can transport us     4     a world of joy, thus helping us gain relief from grief and keep     5     (energy).

    6     some extent, music can be used as a cure for diseases. Listening to positive and peaceful music has an extremely positive impact, which results     7     many patients reducing pain. Often classical music     8     (combine) with medicine in cancer treatment to relieve aches and side effects.

4 . This is Your Dream Dance

With growing evidence that dancing helps boost brain health and manage symptoms of neurocognitive (神经认知的) and movement disorders, accessible dance programmes and movement therapists are helping improve the lives of millions.     1    .

● Dance as brain movement

There’s actually a lot more happening inside the brain when trying to follow even the simplest choreography (舞蹈编排). “In dance class, we have to learn patterns, and remember sequences,” says David Leventhal, a programme director. The effect extends beyond the dance class to the real world.     2    .

●    3    

In addition to the physical and neurological benefits, dance can also help people living with disease make out what their bodies can and can’t do. Rather than trying to control, or “fix” our body, dance is about developing greater body awareness and moving at our capacity, regardless of physical or cognitive difference.

● Dance as community

    4    . Dancing with others not only makes people feel less different in their abilities when dealing with neurological and movement disorders, it also helps to combat the loneliness and social isolation of living with a chronic illness.

Still, researchers say they’re only scratching the surface of understanding how dance can be used therapeutically.     5    . Researchers are also trying to find out the most effective types of dance movements and the optimal length and frequency of classes.

A．Dance as body acceptance

B．Dance as physical exercise

C．The uniqueness of dance as a therapy lies in the following aspects

D．Dancing requires more “brain power” than simpler repetitive exercises

E．Perhaps one of the biggest benefits of dance is the sense of belonging it creates

F．Larger studies are needed to confirm the findings of the smaller trials that have been done

G．Tasks like navigating the kitchen or walking to the bus stop can be more attainable after dancing

5 . Xinjiang has long been known as a place of music and dancing.

No matter which ethnic group is living in Xinjiang, music and dancing are an inseparable part of our lives. From festive holidays to ________ and parties, music, singing and dancing are must-haves, with people of all genders and ages taking part in them. Even young children in Xinjiang, upon ________ music, start moving their hands and stepping on the beat. It is often the case that people say, “Everyone in Xinjiang knows how to dance.” Dancing shows our ________ for life.

When it comes to folk dancing in Xinjiang, the first thing people will ________ is “neck moving”, or more ________, the “head slide”. To do this, you move your cheek to each side.

The moment when I ________ people’s love for the ethnic dances of Xinjiang came during the COVID-19 ________ in 2020. I launched an open course on Douyin. Every day I live-streamed (直播) for an hour. In the 12-day period, more than a million people ________ my course.

Every day I would assign my viewers ________, asking them to shoot a short video and interact with me on the platform. I was flooded with ________ . I could see people of all ages and ethnic groups, even overseas Chinese showing their passion for Xinjiang dances. Many of them even ________ Xinjiang-style clothes and did their hair. I was quite ________ by my students during that period.

Short video and live-streams do not only ________ tourism and sell products, they also serve an important role in ________ a communication channel with the majority of netizens.

I believe so many people would like to connect with me on the Internet because they see me as a down-to-earth, relatable and real director of the ________ and tourist bureau (局).

1.

A．weddings

B．lectures

C．meetings

D．teams

2.

A．directing

B．conducting

C．composing

D．hearing

3.

A．hobby

B．satisfaction

C．passion

D．friendship

4.

A．meet with

B．care for

C．think about

D．find out

5.

A．professionally

B．obviously

C．rapidly

D．frequently

6.

A．recognized

B．felt

C．understood

D．described

7.

A．outbreak

B．attendance

C．appearance

D．control

8.

A．required

B．took

C．answered

D．replied

9.

A．plans

B．designs

C．homework

D．creativity

10.

A．emails

B．letters

C．performances

D．videos

11.

A．made

B．wore

C．bought

D．changed

12.

A．inspired

B．surprised

C．crazy

D．admired

13.

A．compete

B．hire

C．improve

D．promote

14.

A．fixing

B．repairing

C．establishing

D．digging

15.

A．historical

B．cultural

C．natural

D．public

6 . Fine Arts Students Deliver Magical Performances

As the winter holidays approach,Brookhaven School students presented an array of extraordinary performances showcasing immense talent within our fine arts community. From the band concert to the choral concerts, each event highlighted the dedication and exceptional gifts of our students.

The December 12 Eagles Band Concert filled Woodruff Auditorium with melodies that captured the festive spirit.On December 14, the Foundations Christmas Choral Concert featured spirited performances by our 7th graders. The finale of seasonal fine arts showcases occurred on December 18 in Brady Theater with the Senior Chior Concert,spotlighting high school singers.

A highly anticipated tradition,the school-wide Holiday Assembly on December 19, hosted by esteemed Fine Arts Department Chair Mr.Kaminer, embodied the true essence of the holiday season. Angelic songs filled Young Gym, followed by joyous laughter and cheers as the “best costume” winners received their awards. Even the youngest War Eagles,the children in the Brookhaven Early Learning Center, attended the celebrations.Following the event, students merrily left school for the holiday break.

Looking toward 2024, anticipation builds for the Brookhaven theater spring productions. “Something Rotten!” promises high-energy comedic performances by theater students, while “Tuck Everlasting” assures a moving portrayal by talented Foundations students. Furthermore,the Brookhaven Dance Company will hold their showcase April 11-12 in Woodruff Auditorium. Tickets will soon be available for purchase.

1. What did the students at Brookhaven School do before the winter holidays?

A．They performed magic tricks.	B．They participated in community service.
C．They gave holiday concerts.	D．They presented new theatre productions.

2. What can we learn about Holiday Assembly on December 19?

A．It was a large celebration within the school.	B．It was an award presentation for best students.
C．It featured various fun music and sports events.	D．It was held on the first day of the winter holiday.

3. What is the text?

A．A fine arts brochure.	B．A school announcement.
C．A school newsletter.	D．A concert advertisement.

9 . On a fresh May morning, with my guitar in tow, I ventured down the road to a busy restaurant. I was about to _______ the fear that had held me hostage for 35 years.

As I reflect upon my childhood, I’m _______ of a kind, sensitive kid with long-term struggles. But there was one bright spot in my life: I loved singing and playing the guitar. It was my grandmother, Peg, who _______ a flame within me, kindling an unyielding love for _______ in me. But then, in the blink of an eye that joy was _______.

I was 10 years old and our entire fourth grade was in _______ for our annual choir concert. The substitute choir teacher had _______ me with a solo in the concert’s finale (终曲): “76 Trombones” from The Music Man. But each time my solo _______ , terror kept a firm hold of my voice. The teacher rushed to me, “You’re wasting all of our time. Let someone else sing.” Since then I hadn’t sung in _______ again for 35 years.

The broad road in front of the busy restaurant was filled with people. I pulled out my guitar. As I ________ the first chord, I heard a voice in my head: “You are going to ________ yourself like never before.” But I gathered the courage, and ________ a cascade (瀑布) of songs that had built up inside of me for 35 years. ________ my voice wasn’t beautiful, my passion and excitement won over the crowd. Afterward, I felt a wave of pride, ________, and happiness coursing through my veins (静脉). Eventually, I ________ myself from the clutches of fear and reclaimed the stolen joy.

1.

A．gather up

B．deal with

C．bring about

D．keep off

2.

A．accused

B．comprised

C．informed

D．reminded

3.

A．lighted

B．ignored

C．sustained

D．held

4.

A．life

B．music

C．reading

D．sport

5.

A．discovered

B．adjusted

C．stolen

D．expressed

6.

A．preparation

B．support

C．store

D．exchange

7.

A．provided

B．identified

C．equipped

D．entrusted

8.

A．developed

B．paused

C．approached

D．evolved

9.

A．vain

B．total

C．turn

D．public

10.

A．composed

B．struck

C．heard

D．transferred

11.

A．embarrass

B．enjoy

C．improve

D．enlighten

12.

A．spread

B．released

C．followed

D．recalled

13.

A．If

B．As

C．Because

D．Although

14.

A．gratitude

B．honour

C．fulfillment

D．depression

15.

A．liberated

B．prevented

C．protected

D．discouraged

10 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. Why does the man look sad?

A．He will be out of work.

B．He will be far from home.

C．He will lose lots of money.

2. What kind of service will the man’s studio provide?

A．A long-term service.

B．A lower-price service.

C．A service facing musicians.

3. What is the man’s future plan?

A．To run a company.

B．To form a band.

C．To be a musician.