1 . Nesmith rarely rejoined the others for reunion tours, leading many to believe he disliked the band and the show, something he steadfastly denied. For the Monkees’ 30th anniversary he persuaded the others to reunite to record a new album, “Justus,” for which all four composed the songs and played the instruments. He also rejoined the others for a brief tour and wrote and directed their 1997 TV reunion film, “Hey, Hey, It’s the Monkees.”
What does “a brief tour” in Paragraph 3 refer to?
| A．A fast trip. | B．A short holiday. |
| C．A road show. | D．A temporary party. |
2 . Music influences your emotions. In turn, your emotions influence your behavior. One of these is your food intake.
Researchers at the University of Arkansas studied how music influences people when they eat in a restaurant. For the study, they used four types of music: jazz, classical, rock, and hip-hop. Their results showed that people had more appetite when they listened to jazz music while they ate.
However, another study published in Psychological Reports suggests it isn’t only increased appetite that causes people to eat more.
Besides, the study conducted by the Journal of the Academy suggests that the volume of music can also have an effect on how you eat. More specifically, the study states that, with low-volume music, you eat better because you make healthier choices. On the other hand, the study claims that music at high volume increases stimulation and stress.
For this reason, restaurants should consider the fact when thinking about the optimization of their products and services.
| A．Does music influence how you eat? |
| B．Being in a rush to eat also plays a part. |
| C．Does your emotion boost your appetite? |
| D．However, they had less appetite when listening to hip-hop. |
| E．In fact, many catering establishments have already taken action. |
| F．This could prove to be quite an interesting concept for restaurants. |
| G．This means you’re more likely to order comfort food or other unhealthy options. |
3 . Indonesia’s festival scene is one of the most popular festivals in Southeast Asia, attracting thousands of music and party lovers every year. Make sure to keep an eye on these events.
We The Fest
Born in 2014, We The Fest has become the pioneer on the southeast Asian music festival scene. By mixing the pleasures of art, music, fashion and food, it’s a must-go event for festival lovers. In 2017 it took place over three days for the first time, with more than 50,000 participants. Great names like The Kooks, Phoenix, Macklemore & Ryan Lewis have played on We The Fest stage.
DJakarta Warehouse Project
DJakarta Warehouse Project is the biggest EDM festival in southeast Asia, since 2014. When it was born, it wasn’t a festival, but a warehouse party organized by clubs in Jakarta. The event usually takes place in December. Past editions featured world-class DJs, including Carl Cox, Cashmere Cat, Robin Schulz and many others. Before going, make sure to pack your dancing shoes and get ready for a good dance.
Java Jazz Festival
Feeling inspired for some jazz music? BNI Java Jazz Festival history goes back 13 years ago: they are the pioneers of music festivals in Indonesia and held their 14th edition in 2018. They organize many other awesome music projects around the country. This one is unmissable.
A: M Festival
Last but for sure not least is A: M (Absence of Mute) Festival. 2018 has been its first edition, held in Kuningan City Ballroom with a lineup filled with awesome local names. Their mission is to help new musicians enter the industry. Shout out for that and look forward to the next year.
1. DJakarta Warehouse Project differs from other festivals in that ________.| A．it’s a must-go event for festival lovers. |
| B．it starts as a club gathering |
| C．it organize many other music projects. |
| D．it aims at helping new musicians |
| A．We The Fest. | B．DJakarta Warehouse Project. |
| C．Java Jazz Festival. | D．A: M Festival. |
| A．To highlight the popularity of music. |
| B．To attract more visitors to Indonesia. |
| C．To compare different Indonesia’s festivals. |
| D．To introduce Indonesia’s festivals to the public. |
4 . Giorgio is among the countless people who have made videos on the TikTok platform during the pandemic. Little did he know where they would lead, but surely they bring a touch of
In January, Giorgio would
In February, he posted a video saying he left a/an
The two went on to play many more duos but Giorgio stayed curious about his unknown neighbor. Finally, they
But, on March 14, the sad news of Emil’s death
| A．bravery | B．positivity | C．honesty | D．security |
| A．frequently | B．excitedly | C．surprisedly | D．occasionally |
| A．happened | B．seemed | C．turned out | D．went out |
| A．selling | B．sharing | C．purchasing | D．advertising |
| A．note | B．letter | C．invitation | D．request |
| A．happy | B．emotional | C．professional | D．mysterious |
| A．vague | B．timely | C．self-evident | D．negative |
| A．legend | B．friendship | C．concert | D．journey |
| A．suggested | B．wished | C．ordered | D．decided |
| A．innocent | B．serious | C．nervous | D．scared |
| A．departed | B．reunited | C．responded | D．met |
| A．Especially | B．Originally | C．Roughly | D．Similarly |
| A．affection | B．hope | C．bond | D．comfort |
| A．reached | B．troubled | C．horrified | D．clouded |
| A．in return for | B．in place of | C．in memory of | D．in response to |
5 . Top Music Festivals in 2021
Coachella
Selling out fast every year, the Indio desert becomes a fashionable place where the coolest bands are watched by trendy people and celebrities. Near the top of everyone's bucket list of festivals, Coachella is a constant source of annual expectation and a hotbed for musical discussion.
When &. where: April 9-11 &. 16-18, 2021; Indio
Ultra Music Festival
Seen as the ultimate gathering for electronic music fans across the nation and globe, the streets of Miami turn into a bold and bumping party with popular DJs playing what will be the sounds of summer.
When & where: March 26-28, 2021; Miami
South By South West
Regarded as the ultimate trend-setter and launcher of careers, SXSW is an annual showcase of music, films and interactive highlights enjoyed through performances, showcases, talks, screenings and more. Virtually taking over the city of Austin, everyone in the world of music from fans to media flock here to discover the next big thing.
When &, where: March 16-20, 2021; Austin
The Governors Ball Music Festival
Another event which proves the music loving potential of Randall's Island Park is Governors Ball, an exciting and infectious mix of rock, hip-hop, electronic, pop and folk. Providing a variety of music and food tastes, whether you look to kick back and relax or dance to the beats, Governors Ball has what you want.
When & where: June 11-14, 2021; New York
1. Which music festival lasts the most days?| A．Coachella | B．Ultra Music Festival. |
| C．South By South West | D．The Governors Ball Music Festival. |
| A．It's held in a park. |
| B．It features electronic music |
| C．It's a gathering of popular DJs. |
| D．It's the most popular in the country. |
| A．Indio. | B．Miami. | C．Austin | D．New York. |
6 . Every year, the Palace of Fine. Arts Theatre in San Francisco fills up with dance lovers. They come to take in experimental works of art that all have one thing in common — hip hop. This weekend the San Francisco International Hip Hop DanceFest, the mission of which is to encourage the evolution of hip hop dance culture while preserving its legacy, celebrates 20 years of presenting exciting hip hop performances.
Each DanceFest has diversity of style and group size, and a balance of local and out-of-town companies. The festival has drawn impressive international talents. In fact, outstanding technical dance skills are only a basic standard that the festival organizers are looking for. They look for much more groups or solo artists that think outside the box. Artists that use hip hop in a theatrical way or use it to address social issues are sure to stand out. For instance, the 2010 performance “Tables and Chairs” served to highlight the negative effects of alcoholism on society, warning people against the addiction to alcohol.
It would be terribly irresponsible not to mention the founder, Micaya, in any introduction to DanceFest. A popular hip hop dance instructor, Micaya began producing high energy dance shows in the heart of San Francisco in 1993. Students love her classes so much that a San Francisco newspaper once called her “Best Dance Instructor”.
However, Micaya was concerned about the doubtful reputation of hip hop. She made it her goal to get hip hop the same recognition and respect as other dance forms. In 1999 she started DanceFest. It was the first festival of its kind to honor the creativity of hip hop dance in a non-competitive atmosphere. To Micaya, competitive formats leave little room for the magic that comes from true expression. One review said, Micaya's festival challenges us “to reconsider just how diverse ... and embracing hip hop can now be.” Indeed, Micaya brings out the best in dancers, and has given San Francisco one of its finest festivals.
1. Why is the San Francisco International Hip Hop DanceFest held?| A．To attract international talents. |
| B．To encourage people to play hip hop. |
| C．To show the diversity of hip hop style. |
| D．To promote the development of hip hop dance culture. |
| A．Handle. | B．Discuss. |
| C．Recognize. | D．Record. |
| A．She was a popular hip hop composer in 1993. |
| B．She made hip hop dance less diverse in 1999. |
| C．She popularizes hip hop dance through the DanceFest. |
| D．She contributes to the increasing competition of hip hop dance. |
| A．The Rise and Fall of Hip Hop | B．A Unique Hip Hop DanceFest |
| C．A Famous Hip Hop Dancer | D．The Development of Hip Hop DanceFest |
7 . A pirate’s life no more
HONEST souls intent on paying for the music they listened to used to have a hard time in China. In the era of compact discs,
Yet this is changing. Slowly, but
Not everybody is paying: of the 600m Chinese who listen to music online only 20m have a paid subscription, which costs between 8 and 12 yuan a month. The rest
If Chinese consumers have developed a liking for
Not all is
One cause for this market concentration is acquisitions: last year Tencent bought two big competitors. More important,
Tencent executives say that they need such exclusivity to ensure the legitimacy of streaming services and to reduce piracy further. But having one firm have so much power “is never healthy”, says an executive at a rival firm. With the market growing quickly, the labels may
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| A．service | B．form | C．composition | D．trial |
| A．ultimately | B．unexpectedly | C．surely | D．agreeably |
| A．make up | B．go on | C．start up | D．tune in |
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| A．popular | B．better | C．legal | D．personal |
| A．respond | B．subscribe | C．apply | D．adapt |
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| A．effective | B．simple | C．rosy | D．noble |
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| A．claims | B．occupies | C．targets | D．seeks |
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| A．allowed | B．meant | C．recommended | D．likely |
| A．compare | B．resist | C．make | D．reconsider |
