1 . How similar are language and music?

Language is part of our daily lives, no matter where we live in the world.     1     Both language and music play a huge role in our culture and here are some of their similarities.

Both language and music have a writing system.

In English we record language using the alphabet, which is a collection of letters. Similarly, we use notes (音符) to keep a record of music. Musicians read notes and create meaning in the form of music.     2     By writing pieces of text or music, we are able to share experiences through time. We can read the ideas or hear the composition (作品) of someone who lived hundreds of years ago.

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You can make a good guess at where someone is from by listening to the language he uses. In the same way, we know that styles of music are different around the world, giving us the opportunity to explore many different cultures through their music and providing us with music for every situation.

Both share emotion.

    4     Of course you may be able to see it in my face, but you will know for sure through my words. Similarly, music can sound angry, sad or happy. Music can show you exactly how the composer was or is feeling, and allows us to share that emotion. When you feel happy, you might want to sing and dance to a happy song to celebrate your happiness.     5     I think we have all used music to express or process our emotions, often combining it with language in the form of song lyrics (歌词).

A．Both are expressive.

B．Both vary with culture.

C．How do you know that I am angry?

D．We use language to express our thoughts.

E．Similarly, music is part of many people’s lives.

F．So just as you read English, you can read music.

G．In contrast, you probably also listen to sad music when you are feeling down.

2 . 阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容（1个单词）或括号内单词的正确形式。

The spread of the new coronavirus has completely changed     1     (people) daily routines around the world. As Americans     2     (urge) to stay at home and avoid public gatherings, many are trying their best to find a "new normal" during this time. Beder is hoping to use her musical skills     3     (make) this new way of life a little more     4     (enjoy). She begins to play at her home’s front porch（走廊）at     5     (exact) 4 o'clock each afternoon. Neighbors soon surround Beder’s home. They stay at least two meters     6     each other. Even people passing by in cars roll down their windows and slow down for a short time. Lara ,     7     writer and neighbor, came with her two daughters. Her younger daughter, Delphine, even     8     (bring) her whistle to play along with Beder for one song.

Beder hopes her live music offers her neighbors and other listeners something     9     they may be missing in the age of social distancing . It bridges the space and psychological damage that we’re all experiencing from     10     (cut) off from each other.

3 . Art and culture is lived and breathed in every corner of Canada. Due to a racial and immigrant(移民的) population, the variety and richness of art and sports is very evident.

Since World War Ⅱ, Canada has produced an impressive amount of writing. From novels to poetry, the selection is wide. Native writers are also becoming better known across Canada in recent years.

Musicians are reaching a higher level of recognition in the world music scene. Everything from country to pop, classical to heavy rock can be found across Canada and across the globe performed by Canadian artists.

The National Film Board, a film crew in Canada, is the most famous producer of movies in Canada. However, many Hollywood studios are turning to Canada as an alternative(供替代的选择) to the more expensive US. Many well-known actors, directors, screen writers and movies come from Canada and often scoop awards for their work.

French art was the first to appear in Canada along the St Lawrence in and around Quebec. Since then the volume of art and artists has increased. Canadian photography as well as painting by Canadians is not well-known outside of Canada but recognition is increasing.

Sport is a major part of today’s society in Canada. Hockey is the most popular sport with more participants taking part in curling(冰壶). American-style football and baseball are also very popular and all of these sports are played across Canada.

1. Canada has many forms of art and culture because it has ___________.

A．a long history	B．a large area
C．a large population	D．a variety of immigrants

2. What does the underlined word ＂scoop＂ mean in the passage?

A．Expect.	B．Set up.
C．Harvest.	D．Ignore.

3. Which group of Canadian artists is well-known all over the world today?

A．Native writers and screen writers.	B．Photographers and actors.
C．Painters and writers.	D．Musicians, actors and directors.

4. What would be the best title for the passage?

A．Brief Introduction to Canada

B．Canadian Arts, Culture and Sports

C．Canadian Artists

D．Canadian Arts and Culture Are World Famous