2 . In the year 2017, the world lost many great musicians. Their deaths were felt over the world and country music star Keith Lionel Urban honored these musicians in a very special way. During a New Year’s Eve concert, Keith talked about all the greats that passed away and how some of them were music and life coaches or examples to him. That was when Keith decided to put together a mixture of songs from all of these artists.

At the concert, pictures of some of the most eminent people in the music industry appeared across the screen. As their pictures appeared, Keith sang the songs that the artists were best-known for. Each performance was truly moving, and the audience loved it. Instead of thinking it was a sad moment, everyone was able to think about how much joy these artists brought to the music industry.

Keith sang a few lines from songs by Chris Cornell, Gregg Allman, Chuck Berry, Don Williams, Glen Campbell and Troy Gentry. The audience cheered aloud whenever he changed from one song to another. It was amazing how smoothly he played through the different styles of music. It was a perfect interpretation of his gift.

When he got to the final song, he invited his wife to join him on stage to dance and close out the night. Then his two daughters joined their parents. It was really an unforgettable performance.

Music truly has the ability to touch a special place in our hearts and even if we do not know these artists personally, their songs have meant a lot to many of us. I am sure those artists would have been so proud to hear him sing their music. It is a way to honor those late artists and celebrate the joy they brought to our lives!

1. Keith got the idea of honoring the great musicians when he ________.

A．saw their pictures at a concert	B．heard a song of a lost musician
C．knew their stories from his coaches	D．talked about their influence on him

2. What does the underlined word “eminent” in paragraph 2 probably mean?

A．Controversial.	B．Outstanding.
C．Shallow.	D．Modest.

3. What did the author say about Keith’s performance?

A．It showed his musical talent,

B．It did not show his real style.

C．It made the audience feel sad about the musicians’ deaths.

D．It set a good example to other artists and musicians.

4. What is the best title for the text?

A．Keith’s Little Secret

B．Keith’s Sad Moment

C．Keith’s New Year s Wishes to Artists Worldwide

D．Keith’s Way to Say Goodbye to Late Musicians

3 . At 24, Tiffany Calver might worry she has already peaked (达到顶峰) as a DJ. She began DJing as a hobby, uploading mixes to her SoundCloud. Her high-energy selections soon caught the ears of the online station Radar Radio and then Drake’ s management, leading her to land many firsts.

“I just want to express myself,” she says. “I’m not interested in copying anyone else’s work; I have to be me. I love artists such as Kojey Radical whose lyrics (歌词) are so aware of human experiences. There are also great examples set by artists from the older generation like Ghetts. Ghetts actually cooperated with Kojey on Black Rose, which is all about colourism — prejudice against darker-skinned women — a huge problem in the black community (团体).”

“It’s really exciting to see the BBC taking notice of a new generation of tastemakers in our community. I remember a time when there was no place for younger voices. Snoochie Shy is taking on the 1Xtra rap (说唱) from Monday to Thursday and Charlie Sloth is being replaced by two women, which is huge for one of the biggest radio stations in the country. I think it’ll have a big effect and encourage more women to follow suit.”

“It was great to hear women such as Rico Nasty, who is aggressive, succeed last year because, even as a DJ, I hate it when people tell me I have to ‘play something for the ladies’. There’s such a rich history of unapologetic women in hip-hop, from Lil’ Kim to Cardi B and Nicki Minaj. Even rappers such as Noname, who might not have as much of an aggressive sound but can talk about politics in the same song, are not afraid to show all the layers there are to being a woman. It isn’t just soft and feminine.”

1. We learn from paragraph 2 that Kojey Radical and Ghetts ________.

A．are a new generation	B．are in the same station
C．dare to express themselves	D．live in the same community

2. What does Calver think of Charlie Sloth’s replacement?

A．She feels it is unbelievable.	B．It is a heavy blow for many men.
C．It allows women to change jobs.	D．She holds positive attitude towards it.

3. Which of the following words can describe the women mentioned in the last paragraph?

A．Brave.	B．Creative.
C．Selfless.	D．Considerate.

4. What is the text mainly about?

A．The success in music.	B．The new voice of rap.
C．The different trend in DJ.	D．The influence of a woman.

4 . 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。

Researchers examined the benefits of singing among people with mental health conditions     1     (include) anxiety and depression.

They found people who took part in a community singing group improved their mental health and that the combination of singing and socialising was an important part of     2     (recover).

The grassroots action runs weekly singing workshops for the people     3     mental health conditions as well as the general public. It     4     (original) began at a hospital in 2005,     5     afterwards moved into the community. Around 120 people now attend four free workshops each week across Norfolk, two thirds of     6     have had contact with mental health services.

The research project followed the group for six months and     7     (undertake) interviews and focus groups with participants, organisers, and workshop     8     (leader).

The report shows how singing and socialising gave participants     9     feeling of belonging and wellbeing that often lasted a day or     10     (many), as well as improved social skills and confidence.

5 . Top Summer Music Festivals to Travel to

Summer is the best time of a year for music lovers, especially if you love the outdoor concert scene. Festival season is just kicking off, and there is a lot to look forward to in the upcoming months.

Primavera Sound

To kick off the summer, there's no better place than Barcelona. On the concert lineup, you'll find bands like The Zombies, Arcade Fire, and Bon Iver. Then take some time to taste the local food and wine.

May 31-June 4; Barcelona, Spain

Music Type: Rock, hip-hop

Price: $86—$323

Governors Ball

One of the great summer concerts in New York City is Governor's Ball, which takes place in early June at Randall’s Island Park. Some of the playing artists include Tool, Phoenix, Lorde, Flume, and the Wu-Tang Clan.

June 2-4; New York City, New York, USA

Music Type: Rock, hip-hop, pop

Price: $105—$405

Bonnaroo

Bonnaroo is another summer event that draws in crowds of around 60,000 each year. Some of the most well-known musicians will be playing this year, including U2, Red Hot Chili Peppers, The Weeknd, and Chance the Rapper.

June 8-11; Manchester, Tennessee, USA

Music Type: Rock, hip-hop

Price: $210-$554

Firefly Music Festival

Many people haven't thought of going to Delaware for a summer vacation, hut mid-June is a great time to plan this trip if you love music. Headliners for this year’s slow are The Weeknd, Muse, Twenty One Pilots, Chance the Rapper, and Bob Dylan.

June 15-18; Dover, Delaware, USA

Music Type: Blues, rock

Price: $179-$499

1. Which concert has the cheapest ticket?

A．Bonnaroo.	B．Governors Ball.
C．Primavera Sound.	D．Firefly Music Festival.

2. What is special about Firefly Music Festival?

A．It performs Blues.	B．It is popular with travelers.
C．It is held in summer.	D．It has many famous musicians.

3. When can you enjoy Flume's performance?

A．On May 31.	B．On June 3.
C．On June 9.	D．On June 15.