1 . Music is often thought of as “easy” or “play time”,but it's not that at all.Music plays a very important part in our education.Students who learn music learn a lot of music history at school.This includes “modes（调式）”,which were used in churches during the development of music.They are still used today.Students learn about the historical events that were taking place when the music they play was written.They learn what the music was used for.So much of our culture is in music and has been for centuries.Music also helps with science.Students use science to help them discover what sounds good together and what doesn't.Students also need science to understand something called the “overtone series”,which is about how music is produced by vibration（颤动）and why.Students learn a lot about languages.Many songs are written in other languages,including ancient ones.Students must learn to translate these works to understand what they are singing about.Some songs are famous poems or short works set to music.Students learn a huge amount of coordination（协调）through music,so parts of the body can work better together.Students must use fine motor skills in order to play an instrument.Singers and players must learn breath control and be in good shape to play.

Students learn about art.Some famous pieces were written about important works of art,and students learn about the artists and styles as they're playing the music.Music education also brings higher thinking to our children.It allows them to think about complex patterns (How can I make my part sound better?How do this music and these different parts fit together?).Students have to know absolutely what every other musician does at all times.In that way,it develops teamwork.As one can see,music is very important to education besides bringing us fun.

1. Learning music is helpful to the following subjects EXCEPT________.

A．science	B．language
C．politics	D．history

2. Students who learn music have to translate songs________.

A．because they are learning the language

B．because they must understand what they are singing about

C．because the songs are ancient ones

D．because they are famous poems

3. Which of the following is NOT true according to the passage?

A．Modes are still used in modern music.

B．Different kinds of music show different cultures.

C．It's easier for athletes to learn to play an instrument.

D．A good musician should know the importance of teamwork.

4. What is the main idea of the passage?

A．The importance of music.

B．The importance of music education.

C．Ways to learn music well.

D．Skills music students should have.

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注意：每个空格只填一个单词。
Many people believe that classical music is not relevant music is not relevant to young people today . However, this issue (问题) frequently causes heated debate.
Some people say that classical music is associated only with old people .For example, if you look at the audience at a classical concert , the majority is over the age of fifty.
Others say it is more popular than we first imagine . Many young people listen to classical music without realising .It is often used in films and advertisements. For example.a famous piece of classical music was used as the theme music for the 1990 World Cup . Not many people could have given its name , but millions enjoyed it .
Also,some people point out that young people produce new music based on classical ideas: for example, it is said that rap(说唱)music was invented by a classical musician in 1912, but it is now used by young people in pop music.
However, young people point to the fact that classical music has been outstripped(超越) by technology. To play a classical instrument, such as a violin, you need to study hard and practise for hours. Nowadays, you don't need to get aching arms from practising. A teenager can write and make music using a computer program in the comfort of their own bedroom.
A final point to in mind is that the term "classical music" is used to refer to a great variety of music, from jazz to pieces   for large orchestras(管弦乐队).This makes it even more difficult to say whether classical music is relevant to young people.
So, it may be only a minority of young people who play classical instruments , but when it comes to enjoying classical music, it depends on the piece of music. It may be more relevant to young people in the modern world than they realise!

Title	Classical Music
Introduction	The issue of whether classical music is     1    to young people causes heated debate.
Opinions		Evidence
★ Classical music is associated only with old peonl.		☆     2    of the audience at a classical concert are over fifty.
★ Many young people don’t    3     some music they listen to is classical.		☆ Classical music is often found in films and advertisements.
★ Classical ideas provide a    4     for producing new music.		☆ Young people now    5    rap in popular music.
★     6    has put classical music at a disadvantage.		☆ A young man can write and make music on a computer    7    in his bedroom.
★ “Classical music”can refer to various     8    of music.		☆ Classical music    9    from jazz to pieces for large orchestras.
Conclusion	Classical music may still be    10    by young people today.