1、高一英语七选五专项训练四 Test one Music is part of our life.1It is the best tool to use when youve had a hard day. There are some other great uses for your collection of slow tracks. Pregnancy (孕期) 2Since fetal (胎儿) brain development begins in the fifth week, it might be a great idea to try to get your baby in
2、a relaxed state early on. Some mothers do this by putting earphones over their bellies. High Stress Tasks 3The tendency of relaxing sounds to slow you down may really be good for you even if you are trying to push yourself to meet a deadline. Slowing down means you have a better chance at working mo
3、re carefully and preventing big mistakes. 4 Going to see the doctor or the dentist can be somewhat scary experiences. You might therefore want to request some calming music.5If yours doesnt, you might want to bring your own sounds stored in a device so you can have a more personal experience listeni
4、ng to them with earphones. AMedical Appointments BImportant Interviews CMost people tend to use calming music. DMany doctors actually already provide this. EParents hope their babies can grow under calming music. FScience has proven that musical tones affect the brain waves. GGentle tunes can help y
5、ou deal with stressful work well. Test two Rock music consists of many different styles. Even though there is a common spirit among all music groups, they make very different music.1At that time the Beatles entered the world of music from Liverpool. After they were given an invitation to appear live
6、 on BBC, the Beatles quickly became famous in Britain with nationwide tours. By mid1963, the Beatles had been extremely popular in England.2 They held large concerts and performed at clubs. They became the hottest thing on the pop music scene in England. They began as a modestly successful musician
7、group and ended the year as show business legends (传说). John Lennon and Paul McCartney were named composers of the year. 3They were not sure how the Americans would react to the new type of music. Beatlemania hit New York on February 7, 1964. Hundreds of fans jammed the airport to greet them.4The co
8、ncert was broadcast live and attracted the largest one night audience in the history of television up to that time. The Beatles were described as a British invasion (入侵)by local and nationwide newspapers at that time. Their victory in America was still remembered as a major turning point in the hist
9、ory of rock and roll. Thanks to the Beatles, a lot of opportunities were opened up to new faces on the market.5 A. They decided on a tour to the United States in 1964. B. Even their hairstyles became major trends at that time. C. Rock music developed in the 1950s and the early 1960s. D. However, the
10、ir songs changed the lives of generations to come. E. Many rock bands were able to follow in the footsteps of the Beatles. F. They appeared in the films A Hard Days Night (1964) and Help! (1965) G. They performed their first concert in America at CBS televisions 53rd street studio. Test three Sevent
11、y years ago this week, something important happened in music history: the first LP, or longplaying vinyl record (黑胶唱片), was introduced. At the time, it was a new kind of record. It let people listen to longer pieces of music.1 2To celebrate this years anniversary, the British music company HMV and t
12、he music company Sony Classical recreated 500 copies of the first performance recorded to an LP. The recording was a piece of classical music. All the copies of the LP are to be given away to fans, except for one, which will be donated to the British Library. The record adds to the librarys collecti
13、on of 250，000 LPs. Most of them were made in Britain. The library has other musical artifacts (工艺品) going back to the beginning of sound recording. These include wax cylinders, created by Thomas Edison in 1877.3 This weeks anniversary comes at a time when vinyl records have started to become popular
14、 again. In Britain, vinyl records are only 7 percent of album sales.4Simon Winter heads public relations and events for HMV. He said, “Our record stores are stocking more vinyl than weve ever stocked in terms of the last 10 years.” 5Last year, the biggest selling LP in Britain was Ed Sheerans “Divid
15、e” album. Older LPs, such as Amy Winehouses “Back to Black” and Fleetwood Macs “Rumors”， were also in the top 10. They are all rock music. AThere are many famous LPs in history. BThe library is very popular with tourists. CHowever, they are popular with fans of all ages. DAlso, it changed the way pe
16、ople listened to music. EColumbia Records first introduced the LP in 1948. FRock music is still the bestselling kind of music for vinyl records. GThe library is a good place to learn about the history of music recording. Test four How to Organize a Music Festival You love music and you always have.
17、You want to carry out a music festival designed to attract music fans of all ages. Follow the steps and youll organize a successful one. Start by making a list of the local bands and artists that you like. Youve taken this job because you love music, so put your taste to work for you. If you like th
18、ese musicians, many of the local residents will also like them.1You need to have many kinds of music for all age groups. Find a great location that has much open space for outdoor festivals.You need to build a stage so the musicians can be seen from distances.2Not all towns need such license but it
19、is a good idea to check before you start building. For an indoor location, you need to find a theater that is willing to give you enough space.3 Hire sound and engineering people to give the musicians all the help they need.4You cant expect the musicians to handle these problems because they are pla
20、ying. Your sound and engineering experts will allow your stars to keep the music playing. 5If you are planning your festival for families, the last thing you want is a beerswilling crowd starting a huge brawl (斗殴)Security people need to be present to make sure that nobody gets the idea that they wan
21、t to start any kind of ruckus (骚乱) AYou need to find security people. BBigger sports stadiums will be perfect as well. CWe can find enough songs to get a lot of money. DPeople should have practiced many different songs. EBut remember, you are trying to attract fans of all ages. FThe last thing you w
22、ant is that a group is on the stage but the speakers dont work. GYou can find a location by going to the local government and asking for permission. Test five Christmas Activities forAdults 1So what should we do when we have all the time for ourselves without having to worry about work? You have to
23、have fun! For starters, here are some fun Christmas activities that you are absolutely going to love. Organise a Charity Show Christmas is about spreading joy and love, and its also about giving.We give our family presents on this day to show them happiness and love, dont we? But have you ever wonde
24、red how the poor celebrate their Christmas? Does Santa leave gifts for them too？2Use all the activities to buy gifts and necessities for those less privileged (幸运的) Visit Orphanages (孤儿院) and Old Age Homes Christmas is an occasion for the entire family to come together and celebrate.More than the ce
25、lebration, we look forward to being near our close ones.3Form a group and spend an entire day with children or seniors at orphanages or old age homes.Play games, interact and give away goodies, especially to the children. Start a Donation Drive If you have the time, organize a donation drive in your
26、 locality.A lot of people will want to donate clothes, accessories (衣服的配饰) and other necessary items.4 5Plan these activities in time and have fun with your family and friends.Merry Christmas and may God bless you! AShopping is an entirely different experience during Christmas. BWith Christmas just
27、around the corner, it is time for us to plan our holidays. CAlong with gifts, if you donate these to people as well, it will really make a difference. DNow that you know these activities, you can select a few of them to keep yourself busy. EAs for charity, you can arrange for a show in your circle o
28、f friends or in your neighbourhood. FGifting something to your family members, friends and colleagues is important during Christmas. GThe same joy can be shared with people who dont have the company of their family on this happy occasion. Test six It feels good to buy gifts for others. So whats the
29、best way to manage your money, and shop wisely and smartly this holiday season？Susan Beacham has recently given kids some money management skills. “My first tip is to make a list and check it twice. Start by writing down whom to include in your gift giving，” says Beacham.“Then put the amount of mone
30、y next to each name and add up.1If not, make changes.” Take the list with you to the store.“2If youve just spent $30 on someone you had planned to spend $25 on, youre going to have to spend $5 less on somebody else，” says Beacham. The key is staying within the limits youve set for yourself. How to g
31、et the best deals？Beacham says skip the supermarkets.3Things sold there often cost less than those at traditional stores. “Youll also be able to save a lot more money，” says Beacham. 4Beacham points out that some of the best presents are free. They are gifts from the heart. “Kids can give time or ta
32、lent，” says Susan Beacham. For parents, write a note telling them how special they are to you. For a friend, you may just create a work of art，like a poem or a drawing. For people in your community, show that you care by volunteering. 5Giving your time to help others may end up being the best gift o
33、f all! AShop online instead. BDo you have enough money? CChoose gifts with practical value. DMake sure that you do the math. EFind out who needs your help and what you can do. FAnd dont forget not everyone needs a storebought gift. GIts also important to praise the fine taste of the giftgiver. Test
34、seven We all love eating out. But, is it bothering you because you are on a diet and have to dine with a friend？Sure, you will be concerned about the amount of calories, fat or salt in a restaurants menu items.1 Choose the right place. Always plan ahead when you know that you have to dine out. Look
35、for the restaurants that serve delicious meals that are low in fat.2Youre more likely to overeat there. Once youve decided the place, get familiar with their food menu. Decide what youre going to order before you go. Start with a soup. One easy approach to stick to your diet when eating out is start
36、ing with a soup. Order vegetable or beanbased but avoid creambased soups. This will keep you from sitting hungry and fill you up. 3 Salt improves foods flavour and is often used heavily in restaurant meals. When you dine out, ask the attendant to prepare food without added salt. Ask about the ingred
37、ients to see if there are items that may be higher in salt. Moreover, it is better to limit the use of condiments (调料) such as mustard, ketchup, pickle and sauces as they may contain salt that you dont need. Instead of salty appetizers (开胃小吃), choose fruit and vegetable salad. Dont eat it all. 4To a
38、void overeating, you can split a meal with a companion or put half the meal in a plate and leave the rest.5 Sticking to a healthy diet doesnt mean you have to turn down everyones offer when asked to eat out. AYou have to be very particular about serving sizes when dining out. BJust make sure you mak
39、e healthier choices. CAvoid eating at places that offer allyoucaneat buffets (自助餐) DHere are four tips for eating out while you are on a diet. ECut the salt intake. FAvoid salt. GSoup is the first course that you order when eating out. Test eight Last Sunday I was thinking about the difference betwe
40、en successful people and those who dont achieve anything significant. I made an interesting discovery. This difference may at first look obvious, but the fact is quite opposite.1 Everyone has a purpose behind their actions. If they dont, they wouldnt take action.2When they take action, at the back o
41、f their minds they think about success that this action is going to bring them. 3Whats the purpose behind your actions？Do you work to thrive (蓬勃发展) or to survive? Do you go to work to feed your family or to create an amazing lifestyle? Different purposes will result in completely different life expe
42、riences. People who work to survive are the ones who fear that some unexpected bill will arrive. They go to bed worrying about money and unimportant things. They hate their employment but dont quit because they doubt their own abilities to create something greater. I know this kind of feeling becaus
43、e I was like that once. Thats a very uncomfortable state to be in because you are constantly worried about insignificant things.4Therefore, you cannot achieve anything great. Now there are some people who dont accept the “Life is hard” story and they are fueled by an entirely different purpose. They
44、 work to thrive.5They have a beautiful vision and they take constant action to make that vision a reality. AAnd they dont think about why something cannot be done. BSuch attitude invites great opportunities to you. CIt lies in what motivates people to take action. DSo let me ask you a few questions.
45、 EAnd this makes you take even more or better quality action. FThis state does not allow you to be creative. GBut successful people have a completely different purpose behind their actions. Test nine Understanding and appreciating art can be hard if you dont have much experience with art. Dont worry
46、. The following can help you get an appreciation for artwork enormously. Relax as you look at work. 1， its best to go to the gallery or view the art when youre in a relaxed mood so that the art affects you in a positive way. Limit distractions (分神) around you, like your cell phone, and try to clear
47、your mind of negative or stressful thoughts. 2 Avoid saying things like “Anyone could make that” and drop previous opinions you have about the artwork before you actually see it. Try to approach the art with an open mind and dont compare it with other works, especially if its not in the same style.
48、Ask yourself how the painting makes you feel. Instead of trying to focus on the technical aspects of the art, ask yourself how the art makes you feel. 3， it has an effect on you. Do be honest with yourself when you describe your real feelings. Research the artists life. Some galleries have an inform
49、ational plaque (牌匾) near the artwork that describes the artist. Read the informational plaque next to the artwork. This is a great way to better understand the artist and his mind when they created the art. Most art tries to express a feeling like sadness, anger, or happiness.4 Speak and talk with a
50、rtists. Only if you like, you can find artists at their art shows.5Getting their thought may give you a deeper understanding and appreciation of their work. Well now, if you still dont get art and cant appreciate it, try to create some artwork yourself. If you dont know where to start, you can look
