人教版高中英语必修5课时分层作业：unit2课时分层作业4 Section Ⅰ【含答案】

Unit 2 The United Kingdom Language points课时作业Ⅰ. 阅读理解(2018·山东省威海市二模)Big cats have existed on the earth for millions of years，though scientists aren't sure exactly how long. But a new study indicates that a skull(颅骨)of a snow leopard(豹)relative that was recently unearthed is 4. 4 million years old. That makes it the oldest big cat fossil(化石)ever found.A team of US and Chinese scientists unearthed the skull in Tibet. This creature is not a direct ancestor to big cats，but it is closely related to the snow leopard，study leader Jack Tseng told the Associated Press. The fossil lends evidence to the belief that big cats existed in Asia and spread out from there.Big cats are at the top of the food chain and have few predators of their own. Big cats include snow leopards，clouded leopards，tigers and lions. Based on genetic judgements，most scientists believe they first existed in Central Asia. But previously，the oldest known big cat fossil was 3. 6 million years old and found in Africa.The new fossil findings were published in the November 13 issue of the science journal Proceedings of the Royal Society B：Biological Sciences. Tseng and his team were fossil hunting in the Himalayas in 2010 when they discovered some bones，including the buried cat skull. The researchers were able to determine its age by studying the surrounding rocks and soil. The skull indicates that the animal was about the size of a clouded leopard，which can grow up to 50 pounds. In 2012，the team returned to unearth more cat bones.David Polly from Indiana University told the Associated Press that the fossil is “convincingly older than the_current_record_holder”．He added that there could be even older big cat fossils in the Tibetan platea to uncover.【语篇解读】本文讲述了最新考古发现——一个大型猫科动物的颅骨化石。

号顿市安谧阳光实验学校课时分层作业(五) Setion Ⅲ、Ⅳ(建议用时：35分钟)[语言知识练习固基础]单句语法填空1．I am uncertain (certain) to finish the task in a week.2．The soldier quit/quitted his life to save the old man.3．I'll be curious to_know (know) what you decide.4．It was him who/that I saw the day before yesterday.5．Parents are naturally anxious (anxiety) for their children.6．A business，a discovery or a simple event turns out well if it is successful. Unhappily (happily)，sometimes things do not turn out.7．With everything she needed bought (buy)，she left the shop.8．Dressed (dress) in a red coat，she stood out in all the students.9．The plane crashed，killing (kill) all 200 people aboard.10．She came riding (ride) a brand new bike.[高考题型练习提能力]Ⅰ.阅读理解Happiness is contagious，researchers reported on Thursday.People with the most social connections—spouses(配偶)，friends，neighbors and relatives—were also the happiest，the data showed.“Each additional happy person makes you happier，”Christakis said.“Imagine that I am connected to you and you are connected to others and others are connected to still others.It is this fabric (结构) of humanity，like an American patch quilt.”Each person sits on a different colored patch.“Imagine that these patches are happy and unhappy patches.Your happiness depends on what is going on in the patches around you，”Christakis said.“It is not just happy people connecting with happy people.Above and beyond，there is this contagious process going on.”And happiness is more contagious than unhappiness，they discovered.“If a social contact is happy，it increases the likelihood that you are happy by 15 percent，”Fowler said.“A friend of a friend，or the friend of a spouse or a sibling (兄弟姐妹)，if they are happy，increases your chances by 10 percent，”he added.A happy third­degree friend—the friend of a friend of afriend—increases a person's chances of being happy by 6 percent.“But every extra unhappy friend increases the likelihood that you'll be unhappy by 7 percent ，”Fowler said.“The finding is interesting and it is useful，too，” Fowler said.“Among other benefits，happiness has been shown to have an important effect on reduced mortality(死亡率)，pain reduction，and improved cardiac(心脏的) function.So better understanding of how happiness spreads can help us learn how to promote a healthier society ，”he said.The study also fits in with other data suggested in 1984 that having $ 5,000 extra increased a person's chances of becoming happier by about 2 percent.“A happy friend is worth about $ 20,000，”Christakis said.【语篇解读】科学家的一项最新研究成果表明，快乐感可以互相传递。

课时分层作业(十二)Section Ⅲ、Ⅳ(建议用时：40分钟)[语言知识练习固基础]Ⅰ.单句语法填空1．The speaker spent several days polishing (polish) her lecture to make it perfect.2．My sister is an editor(edit) for a local newspaper.3．My daughter is always well ahead of the rest of her classmates in maths.4．The agreement was approved(approve) before the meeting came to an end.5．They had been working(work) on the program for almost one week before I joined them.6．Little Tom is an orphan.Child as he is，he has to make a living by himself.7．Your application for the position is in process.8．The manager asked me to describe the plan accurately(accurate)．9．He made an appointment(appoint) with his coach at 8 a．m.10．As/Because he was busy，he couldn't spare time to go on a holiday with his family.Ⅱ.完成句子1．我们都期望看到将要在北京和张家口举行的第24届冬季奥运会的精彩的开幕式。

We are all eager to see a brilliant opening ceremony of the 24th Winter Olympics to be held in Beijing and Zhangjiakou.2．我们必须致力于改进教育工作。

Unit 2 The United Kingdom using language课时作业第一节完形填空（共20小题；每小题1．5分，满分30分）Nine years ago around Christmas, I was on a Captiva Island beach at sunrise. I crouched low there and was lost in the false hope of finding a treasure larger than the small__1_on the shore.A man ran slowly along the waves __2_my direction. When he came near me, he slowed to a walk. I didn’t _3__him until he was almost standing over me. Too young to be _4_of strangers, I got on my feet and looked at him. It was then that I saw what was in his_5_, a beautiful bright cream-colored shell, the kind of thing that I was looking for. He smiled as I stared in _6__, and then, to my shock, he handed it to me. I held it _7__before me like a diamond, not _8__my eyes.“I think you will like it,” he said, and then continued his _9__down the beach. I do not _10_his voice, his clothes or even his face, _11_I do still have the shell, and the greatest lesson I’ve ever _12_. Now the shell sits on my bedside table, not as_13_as it was, but it is _14_ there, a reminder that there is quiet in the world.That man saved my belief in the__15__of people, and he saved my belief that one can find what means something in life. I see my shell every day, and I know that I can _16_bad days because there are good things in my life. In the end, all that we have is __17_we have done for others. The shell is to me, as___18__as another man who returned to the plane to _19_me my lost jacket.I know that _20__a difference in someone’s life, no matter how big or small, is what truly matters, and that it is worth all the treasure in the world.1.A. shell B. frog C. fish D. diamond2.A. to B. in C. through D. for3.A. recognize B. know C. follow D. notice4.A. tired B. fond C. shy D. proud5.A. clothes B. coat C. hand D. bag6.A. despair B. fear C. disappointment D. amazement7.A. formally B. calmly C. hopefully D. carefully8.A. imagining B. believing C. thinking D. presenting9.A. run B. walk C. ride D. drive10.A. respect B. realize C. remember D. remind11.A. but B. or C. unless D. so12.A. accepted B. taken C. learned D. received13.A. dirty B. hard C. bright D. soft14.A. also B. just C. still D. even15.A. equality B. kindness C. bravery D. honesty16.A. get through B. get down C. turn down D. turn off17.A. what B. how C. where D. why18.A. necessary B. important C. valuable D. essential19.A. hand B. give C. remove D. fetch20.A. telling B. getting C. doing D. making第二节（共10小题；每小题1．5分，满分15分）When I was a teenager, I used to skateboard on the playground. It seems that skateboarding is an 1. (entertain) hobby a lot of American teenagers take great interest in.I had a skateboard 2. was bought not too long ago. But since I don’t skateboard any more, I made a 3. (decide ) that I should go to a skateboard shop and give 4. to some kid. I know I would have been so excited if someone had done that for me when I was younger. So I drove to the local skateboard shop and waited outside for about ten minutes. A boy and his dad 5. (be ) about to walk into the shop when I stepped up. I asked him if he’d like my skateboard. He asked how much it was. I told him it was free---as long as he used it!His eyes lit up and I could see . 6 excited he was. 7. (hand) him my skateboard, I walked back to my car. His dad kept asking me if I was 8. (real) giving him my skateboard, 9. I kept saying ,“Yes!”I think his dad was 70. excited than he was. I was very happy that I could give someone a very nice skateboard.第三节短文改错（共10小题；每小题1分，满分10分）下面短文中有10处语言错误。

课时分层作业(五)Ⅰ.单句语法填空1．We are glad to be told that Li Tao has been admitted (admit) to Fudan University for his top scores in the Maths Contest.2．The library building is being built (build) in our school now.3．Most of the students are taking (take) an active part in sports nowadays.4．Generally speaking，an old machine will be replaced (replace) by a new one in 5 years.5．She has been laughed (laugh) at by her classmates since young.6．With more forests being destroyed，huge quantities of good earth are being washed(wash) away each year.7．Much progress is being made (make) in science and technology in China.8．Today's announcement (announce) of a peace agreement came after weeks of discussion.9．The classrooms are being cleaned (clean) by the boys and girls at present.10．The boys have been told (tell) many times not to swim in that lake，but it doesn't make any difference.Ⅱ.完形填空I can still remember one of the first times someone changed my world.She was the music teacher at my elementary school and the 1 at our church.I had a strong feeling of love on her too and wanted to 2 her more than anything.I had no 3 at any instrument，however.My singing was quite 4 though I was enthusiastic.One day she let me try playing her guitar.I did my best 5 could only stumble (不流畅地演奏) along.When I was 6 ，I put my head down.“I guess I am not very 7 ，”I told her.She looked at me with her kind eyes，8 ，and said:“We are all good at something.You just need to 9 what you are good at.Then you can 10 it with the world.”Those simple words changed me.They 11 a seed in my soul that continues to grow to this day.They made me 12 that I had something to give to others.I had something 13 me that was good and that could change this world for the better.I just had to find it，14 it out and share it.And that is what I have tried to do all of the years since that 15 day.【语篇解读】本文为记叙文。

课时分层作业(五)Section Ⅱ(建议用时：40分钟)[语言知识练习提能力]Ⅰ.单句语法填空1．Thousands of foreigners were attracted (attract) to the Shanghai World Expo the day it opened.2．I was encouraged to break away from old forms and rules.3．I bought some new chairs; the old ones should be thrown away.4．If you can't afford to pay cash，buy the car on credit.5．If it is convenient to you，please come up to my office at 5 o'clock.6．When I got home，I found my wallet stolen (steal)．7．He felt left out in the class，for he had no one to talk with.8．From his sad face，we can tell that he is unwilling (will) to accept the work.9．The teacher is trying to find a way to make his lessons enjoyable (enjoy)．10．He showed us into the hall and showed us many of his collections (collect)．Ⅱ.完成句子1．我们发现妈妈正在等我们吃晚饭。

We found our mother waiting for us to have dinner.2．如果你发送邮件方便的话，你可以写一个给他。

高中英语课时分层作业5Unit2FitforlifeSectionⅣLanguagePointsⅡ含解析牛津译林版选修709292118课时分层作业(五)[语言知识练习固基础]Ⅰ.单句语法填空1．We think she should be applauded (applaud) for her honesty.2．Be reasonable (reason)—you can't expect me to finish all this work in so little time.3．I'm ready to face any challenges.Nothing will wear out my strong will to make a difference in my career.4．Fortunately，people have raised their awareness (aware) of protecting the environment.5．I'm sure you'll benefit from the visit.6．I can't go to the football game with you tonight，for I have arranged to see (see) the film directed by Feng Xiaogang.7．Is everybody feeling cold? If not，let's open the windows.8．On/Upon hearing(hear) the voice，I knew father was coming.9．Please remind him to shut(shut) the door when leaving.10．The government was aware of this threat and tookmeasures to protect(protect) against it.Ⅱ.完成句子1．I like the house better as it is．我更喜欢房子保持现在的样子。

课时分层作业(五)Ⅰ.单句语法填空1．Shall we have a rest or get down to doing(do) our work?2．He acpanied her singing(sing) on a lute­like instrument.3．We don't allow smoking(smoke) in the hall.4．The squirrels were so lucky that they missed being caught(catch)．5．He couldn't risk losing(lose) the opportunity.6．Being(bee) aware of what causes your worry will help to reduce the stress.7．It is difficult for us to finish writing(write) the position in an hour.8．Using(use) mobile phones for too long tends to make us passive and ignore physical exercise.9．It is a waste of time persuading(persuade) him to give up the plan.10．She had to brake hard to avoid running(run) into the car in front.Ⅱ.阅读理解There is one language that is used in every country in theworld.The people who use it are young and old，short and tall,thin and fat.It is everybody's second language.It is easy to understand, although you can't hear it.It is sign language.When you wave to a friend who is across the street, you are using sign language.When you smile at someone, you are saying，“I want to be friendly〞，but you are not using speech.You are using sign language.When you raise your hand in class，you are saying, “Please ask me.I think I know the correct answer.〞Babies who can't talk can point at things.They are using sign language.A policeman who wants to stop traffic holds up his hands.He is using sign language.Many years ago, a French priest, Charles Michel de Epee, became interested ineducation for deaf people.He invented a finger alphabet (字母表)．It is still in use.People can make the sign for letters and spell words with their hands, and deaf people can read and understand them.Soon there were schools for the deaf in many countries.The only university for the deaf is Gallaudet College in Washington，D.C.Today，in the United States, there are special TV news programs for deaf people.The newsreader tells the news in sign language.At the same time, the words appear on the TV screen.The actors in the Theatre of Deaf don't spell every word.Sometimes they use hand signs.When they put two hands together, it means sandwich.They can make a roof with them when they want to show a house.One finger in front of an actor's mouth can mean quiet.You can talk to people who are behind windows that are closed.And when you go swimming with your friends, you can have conversations under water.How many hand signs do you use every day?【语篇解读】本文是一篇说明文。

号顿市安谧阳光实验学校Unit 2 Working the land课时分层作业(五) Section Ⅱ[语言知识练习固基础]Ⅰ.语境填词A)根据汉语或首字母提示，写出所缺单词1．When there was not enough food to eat，many people died of hunger．2．Five years later the prisoner was given his freedom．3．He wants to win the next battle (战役) for that precious opportunity.4．They raised their daily output (产量) from 300 tons to more than 500 tons.5．When the police arrived，the driver was struggling (挣扎，奋斗) to get out of the burning car.B)在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式6．From her satisfied(satisfy)look，we can tell that the meeting is successful.7．Susan made it clear that she wished to study abroad.8．Thanks to his effort，the meeting is more successful than we expected.9．We want our son to have an education that will help him to be well equipped (equip) for his later life.10．By working hard day and night，she is trying to rid herself of loneliness and sadness.Ⅱ.单句改错1．I would rather not to let him know the truth. 去掉to2．He was disturbing to learn that his child was ill. disturbing→disturbed3．Knocked down by a bike，he was badly hurt and had to struggle on his feet.on→to4．I have made clear what he intended to do. made 后加it5．They're satisfied with the satisfied performance.第二个satisfied→satisfying[高考题型练习提能力]Ⅰ.阅读理解If you love drinking coffee，I won't be surprised.After all，coffee is now popular all over the world.But can you say that you really know about it?There is steamed，iced，cold coffee，and we can also hear mochas，cappuccinos，and lattes in our daily life.Some of us drink it at home，while others stop by the nearest café to have a drink.But why is your coffee called “a cup of Joe”？It may sound silly，but this widely known nickname has several stories.As one story goes，it all started with Josephus Daniels，the Secretary of the Navy during World War Ⅰ.In 1914，he banned (禁止) alcohol drinking on all U．S.Navy ships.As coffee was the next strongest thing to replace it，American sailors sarcastically (讽刺地) considered it “a cup of Josephus”．The name stayed，although it came to be known as “a cup of Joe” for short.Although it's a funny idea， points out that the term “a cup of Joe” wasn't officially created until 1930—long after the Navy's alcohol ban.So，where did this nickname really come from？No one knows.Another idea says that “Joe” is a form of the word “jamoke”，which combines the words “java” and “mocha”．It's reported that “a cup of jamoke” might have finally been shortened down to “a cup of Joe”．Others say that “Joe” is slang (俚语) for “fellow，guy，or chap”；as a result，“a cup of Joe” could be another way of saying “the common man's drink”．No matter what you call it or how you take it，one thing is certain: you can always drink a cup of coffee to help you stay awake in the daytime.Many people like drinking a cup of coffee in the morning to help them perform better.But is morning the best time to drink a cup of coffee？The latest studies on coffee show the answer is “NO”．So when should you drink coffee to benefit the most from it？If you want to find the answer，click here．【语篇解读】咖啡为什么被叫作“a cup of Joe”？有很多种说法，但具体是什么原因已无从得知。

Unit 2 The United Kingdom grammar课时作业Ⅰ.单词拼写1．They are trying to find a cleaner fuel(燃料) for cars.2．The war was a terrible catastrophe (灾难) in which many people died and many buildings were destroyed.3．Computers are now in widespread (普遍的) use.4．That island has a mild (温和的) climate and you can go there for a rest.5．Our research results are displayed in the form of a graph(图表)．6．The unemployment problem ends to be a city phenomenon.7．On average，we spend 200 per day.8．Our group still needs one person for the coming presentation(演出)．Why don’t you join us? 9．Let me refresh (恢复) your memory with some facts.10．Could you tell me how and when the universe came into existence?Ⅱ.选词填空11．I planned to subscribe to three newspapers.12．The import of cotton goods went up sharply in 1986.13．The accident resulted in three people being killed.14．At first he was opposed to our plan，but we managed to argue him round.15．My father is coughing frequently as a consequence of smoking these days.16．His work at school is above the average.17．Since he is so important a figure，nobody can be on behalf of him.18．This shop sells clothes，shoes，hats and soon.19．Under the circumstances，you’d better not tell him the bad news.20．The noise is so loud that I can’t put up with it.Ⅲ.单句语法填空21．They couldn’t decide when to go climbing.22．It is so cold that you can not go outside unless fully covered (cover) in thick clothes. 23．We oppose copying (copy) everything foreign.24．The flood came about as a result of the heavy rain.25．Most importantly (important)，we can share the information with you. 26．Those trapped (trap) in the burning building managed to escape.27．How did it come about that the good friends shouted at each other?28．As we all know，the growth (grow) of crops depends on sunlight. 29．Everyone should try to make a contribution (contribute) to our country.30．John is hard-working. It is his constant effort that has made him succeed today. 31．Do you advocate adopting (adopt) a more flexible approach to the matter? 32．Lucy has a tendency (tend) to talk too much every day.33．The government spokesperson made a statement (state) to the press.34．Was it in the house where you were born that you experienced the earthquake? 35．There are (be) quantities of apples in the basket.Ⅳ.单句改错(每小题仅有1处错误)36．We are very lucky，for our friendship is developing steadysteadily.37．There is no doubt whatthat English is very important.38．It was the housewifewhomthat/who invented the new equipment.39．He glanced toat her to see if she agreed with him.40．Work hard，or you will live a hard life as thea consequence.41．He was fired because of his casuallycasual attitude towards his work.42．He advocatedrewardrewarding the children for their good behavior.43．The kind woman has made a contribution tohelphelping the poor.44．Onathe whole，I like the new novel very much.45．Exercise can make a big difference forto your state of health.Ⅴ.单元语法——根据要求翻译句子46．病人需要的是更好的食物和更多的阳光。

课时分层作业(五)Ⅰ.单句语法填空1．A flock of birds flew towards us slowly from far away.2．The music brought him a feeling of happiness and freedom(free)．3．The food finally arrived at the end of last week and the distribution(distribute) began.4．The judge recommended that he serve 20 years in prison.5．Friendship is like money：easier made than kept (keep)．6．Some birds would build their nests(nest) in the trees near our house.7．The violence(violent) in those films was too unreal，it was make­believe.8．After a year of sessions(session) and tests，the counselor reached his conclusion.9．The stranger's question surprised me so that I temporarily(temporary) lost my tongue.10．The computer center，opened(open) last year，is very popular among the students in this school!Ⅱ.完形填空A couple of months ago，I was texting a friend in Australia during the widespread bushfires，begging her to come back to New York.“It's just not 1 ”I said.“You can't even breathe！”She simply replied，“No.I need to bear witness (见证)，” 2 the way her government poorly handled the problem，ignoring scientists' 3 about global warming.Her need to “see” was 4 in her deep love for her people and country.Now here I am， 5 my own city on “fire”．A fire that should have taken no one by surprise.This isn't just about Breonna Taylor，Ahmaud Arbery，George Floyd or any black citizen.This is about a 6 that exists within this country that makes our lives seemingly less valuable to the people in power who 7 most times，to be white.In all this good trouble，we can't keep looking away.We can't keep 8 ．If we don't bear witness to these moments of unfairness，they have the chance to 9 themselves.If we're afraid and confused，that's 10 ，because we are only human beings.But on the other side of fear is 11 ．On the other side of 12 is knowledge and power.Maybe we are unsure what to do or really what we can do in this moment 13there are so many confusing suggestions.But the only thing we 14 have to do is keep being our unique selves.I'm Black.My father，mother，brother，and everyone in between are Black.I 15 ，too，need to bear witness.【语篇解读】本文是一篇议论文。

Unit 2 Section Ⅰ[练案 4]Ⅰ ．单词拼写1． The Group of Eight(G8) c __onsists__ of the eight richest countries in the world.2． If you d __ivide__ 30 by 5 ， the answer is 6.3． __Roughly__ ( 大略地 ) speaking，I would say that about 100 people attended the exhibit.4． Many stores have a delivery service for the __convenience__ ( 便利 )of customers.5． What __attracts__ ( 吸引 ) me most of the job is the opportunity to travel.6． Generally ，we are u __nwilling__ to be blamed.7． When will the government __clarify__ (澄清) its position on equal pay for women?8． Before starting the new service ， the company carried out a __nationwide__ (全国范围的)opinion poll.9． We __accomplished__ ( 达成 ) this difficult task ahead of time.10．With the arrival of John ’s friends，the party became really __enjoyable__ ( 令人快乐的 )．Ⅱ ．单句语法填空1． I wonder __if/whether__ I can use your phone because I can ’ t find mine.分析：考察宾语从句。

课时分层作业(五) Section Ⅱ[语言知识练习固基础]Ⅰ.单句语法填空1．Hearing the student's answer，the old professor nodded with great satisfaction(satisfy).2．I don't feel envy at your journey in this bad weather.3．We desire that immediate help (should)be given (give)to the local villagers.4．The accused man was declared (declare)innocent by the court yesterday.5．This model had been tested (test)out before it was put into production.6．Back at the hotel，I rang up All Nippon Airways and booked a flight to Tokyo that evening.7．He quickly turned around/round when he heard someone asking for help behind him.8．It is obvious that they are all putting up their hands voluntarily answering questions.9．My sister was against my suggestion while my brother was in favour of it.10．The accident happened on such an evening with strong winds acpanied (acpany)by heavy rain.Ⅱ.完成句子1. 他在英语竞赛中获得了一等奖真让人感到兴奋。

课时分层作业(四)[语言知识练习固基础]Ⅰ.单句语法填空1．He was disappointed to see(see)the results of the exam.2．Teachers should impress the children with the virtue of telling the truth.3．After the performance(perform)，I'm eager to show you around some places of interest.4．She was awarded(award)a scholarship to study at Oxford last year.5．I am deeply impressed by the great changes that have taken place in our country over the past three years.6．The doctor tried to do an experiment to find out the effect of the medicine on the mice.7．How did you happen to come across the old coin?8．To our great disappointment(disappoint)，it rained on the day of the picnic.9．Every one of us in the hospital hoped that he would pick up after a few days' treatment.10．These foreigners will be used to living(live) in Taiyuan.Ⅱ.单句改错1．Whatever hungry I am，I never seem to be able to finish off this loaf of bread.Whatever→However 2．Judging by his own standards，Mr.Sarokzy's first year was disappointed.disappointed→disappointing 3．The film had great effect on her.had后加a 4．I like music when he likes sports.when→while 5．His school education adds up only one year.up后加to[高考题型练习提能力]Ⅰ.阅读理解“Folk singers are more like poets than singers，” Li Yahe，a music businessman，once told China Youth Daily.That saying perfectly describes Zhang Lei，the 34­year­old champion of the fourth “Voice of China”singing competition，which ended on Oct 7.Critics thought Zhang's success as a victory for folk singers.The Voice of China used to attach great importance to singing skills and vocal techniques，which are not necessarily what folk singers are good at. “Folk songs are more about emotions and storytelling，” said Li.Folk is one of the oldest musical styles. It dates back to ancient times，when people sang abouttheir everyday lives and the society around them.A powerful comebackFolk music became popular again in the Western world in the 1960s. During social revolutions，many young Westerners turned to the simple rhythms of folk. Pioneers included US singer Bob Dylan，whose songs are reflections of some social issues like the Vietnam War. Singers at that time used traditional folk instruments like the banjo，the upright bass，the mandolin and the piano.In the late 1970s，folk music was introduced to Taiwan. The rise of singers like Lo Tayu and Chyi Yu popularized folk music，particularly among young Chinese people.At that time，folk tunes were based on simple song structures，with pleasant chord progression and pretty lyrics，just like during old times. But they focused more on the dreams and sorrow of youth than on politics.This continued to be the case when the folk “wave” swept Chinese mainland in the 1990s.Folk pioneersSadly，it didn't last long in China. Folk gave way to pop in the late 1990s，when people started living more fast­paced lives. But that didn't mean folk music had disappeared from the music world entirely.“The drop in the popularity of folk songs is because the business mode of the music industry is outdated，not because of the music itself，” folk singer Song Ke once said.He was right. Recent years have seen folk songs gaining popularity，with the appearance of singers like Li Jian and Song Dongye.“The popularity of the Internet has shocked the traditional profit model in music industry，” Lu Zhongqiang，manager of 13­Month，a music recording and publishing company，told Tencent En tertainment.“Not­so­well­known music starts showing its strength when the production of mainstream music is declining，” he added.【语篇解读】本文主要讲述的是中国民间音乐的发展历史与状况。