2020版新一线高考英语人教版一轮复习课时提能练10Music含解析
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课时提能练(十一)Ⅰ.阅读理解A(2019·山西联考)Many Americans spend Thanksgiving with family and friends around a table of roast turkey,sweet potatoes and cranberry sauce.But for others,it's a competition.Across the United States,there are contests to see who can eat the most pumpkin(南瓜) pie.These events start in October and continue through Thanksgiving.Elk Grove,California hosts the World Pumpkin Pie Eating Championship.Matt Stonie won in 2014 by eating 20 pounds,13 ounces of pumpkin pie in 8 minutes.In other words,about 9 and a half kilograms.That was a“world recor d”,reported the Major League Eating(MLE) in New York City.Stonie won $5,000.The MLE website praised Stonie:“Like a silent car at top speed driving past you on the highway;like a boxer with lightning blows;like a speedskater in a very tight bodysuit,long limbs stretching faster than the clock can tick.The great one makes it look easy.”Some of the pumpkin pie eating contests are turned into gluttony(暴饮暴食).Others have a more lighthearted approach to pumpkin pie eating contests.Students at the Duthie Center for Engineering in Louisville,Kentucky posted their pumpkin pie eating contest on Facebook.It was a friendly social affair.In Broomfield,Colorado,their Turkey Day celebration takes a different approach.They hold a pumpkin pie eating contest,but contestants just have to eat one piece of pie(or about onesixth of a pie) as fast as possible.There's a 5 kilometer race and a 10 kilometer race afterwards,for those who want to lose weight.And at Pumpkin Palooza—a pumpkin pie eating contest in Sparks,Nevada—the or ganizers note on their website.“The winners are chosen by audience applause,so style,talent and humor are the_beall_and_endall.”【语篇解读】本文是一篇说明文,主要介绍了美国感恩节各地举办的吃南瓜馅饼的比赛。
2020届高考英语一轮复习单元专题配套精练:Unit1-3新人教版选修10精品选修10Units 1~3能力演练一、语法填空The world 1 (run) out of oil and energy experts believe that there could be serious shortages in ten years time.Not only is each individual using more oil than ever before,as the standard of living in industrialized countries rises,but the population 2 (explode) means that each year3 more people will be using oil in some form4 other.Until recently we took oil for5 (grant) : it seemed it would never stop flowing.It was so cheap and plentiful that the whole world came to depend on /doc/8a4340553.html,ernment neglected other sources of energy: electricity was generated6 oil and power stations were fired by it.It found its way into many of the products of light industry.Many people are surprised7 they learn how many items in their homes contain oil.The increase in the price of oil has brought the world to its /doc/8a4340553.html,ernments are searching for a suitable alternative, 8 so far in vain.They are considering 9 they can make better use of the two other major fuels,coal and natural gas,but they have found that 10 can take the place of oil in their economies.二、完形填空阅读下面短文,掌握其大意,然后从1~15各题所给的四个选项(A、B、C和D)中,选出最佳选项。
Welcome unit一、阅读理解A[认识自我/]Looking into the gym, I faced reality: I was in charge, and nobody would tell me what to do. It was my first practice as a v olunteer basketball coach for the local secondary school. Howe v er, what if I had too little experience and knowledge to gi v e the athletes? What if I taught them nothing useful?I’d felt these doubts about my ability to lead throughout my scientific training.As a master’s student and later an early PhD student, I carried out the projects my professors ga v e me —but didn’t explore further on my own. It was more comfortable to let others lead. I told myself once I gained more experience and knowledge,I’d be ready to take charge.That thought ser v ed me well through 2 years of my PhD. After finishing two projects, I felt burned out and needed refreshing. I hoped regaining my lo v e of sports through coaching might help. I decided to push past my discomfort and learn along the way.That’s how I found myself in that gym. The a thletes came in and began shooting around. I collected myself and began practice with much energy and enthusiasm. Despite my fears,e v erything went smoothly. Afterward, I heard many thought the practice was great, which encouraged me. Maybe I had what it took to lead.Around the same time,my professor offered me an opportunity to work with a master’s student on a project. I’d ha v e to be a mentor(导师). Though not sure I could do it,I couldn’t miss the chance.My professor still supported us, but I had to take charge most of the time. It was hard. But the lessons learned as a basketball coach seemed to help me find my footing(基础) as a scientific leader,too. You don’t become a leader after getting enough experience and knowledge. Leading is a matter of choice. The key is in my willingness to try.本文为记叙文,主要讲述了作者在篮球场上发觉自己拥有领导才能的经历。
Unit 5 Music一、阅读理解APain and sadness are things most of us ha v e experienced, or probably will. After all, they are part of human life and we need them at least one time to become fully adult. But there is no question that the experience can be disastrous.But research shows there are pathways through the heartache. Listening to sad music is a major one. It can help you begin to feel joy and hopefulness again. That may sound conflicting. A recent study from Germany found listening to sad music could bring a feeling of empathy(同感) and a desire to connect with others. That, itself, is a psychological reco v ery. It draws you away from concentrating on your life, and possibly towards helping others in need of comfort.Another study, from the Uni v ersity of Kent, found that when people were experiencing sadness, listening to music that was "beautiful but sad" could impro v e their moods. In fact, it did so when people first consciously embraced(欣然接受) their awareness of the situation causing their sadness, and then began listening to sad music. That is, when they belie v ed that sad music might help, they found that it did.These findings are linked with other studies that show embracing your sad situation —accepting reality as it is — quickens your reco v ery and growth. In short, acknowledging your negati v e experience brings you hope — another seeming paradox. For example, research from Cornell Uni v ersity, which was published in PsychologicalScience, found that embracing discomfort about a life experience or new situation and v iewing it as a step towards growth and change pro v ided moti v ation to find a pathway through it.As Winston Churchill said,"If you’re going through hell, keep going." That discomfort points you towards creating a plan and taking new action. It fuels hope.本文是说明文。
课时提能练(二十三)Ⅰ.阅读理解A(2019·太原模拟)Every day when Glen Oliver orders his morning coffee at the drive-through window of a local cafe,he insists on paying for the order of the person behind him.He also asks the restaurant workers to tell the customer to have a great day,in case they're not already having one.Oliver has never made a big deal out of his own generous actions until a letter was published by a news website in November.He found out that he had not just bought someone his breakfast—he had saved a life.According to the website,someone had written a letter stating that on July 18th,he was planning on committing suicide.The writer said that while he was at the drive-through window,he was planning on going home,writing a note and ending his life.When he went to pay for his coffee and muffin,however,the cashier told him that the man in the SUV in front of him had picked up the tab and told him to have a great day.“I wondered why someone would buy coffee for a stranger for no reason,”said the writer.“Why me?Why today?If I were a religious man,I would take this as a sign.This random act of kindness was directed at me on this day for a purpose.”When the writer arrived home,he couldn't hold back his tears and started to think about the simple good deed that had affected him so deeply.“I decided at that moment to change my plans for the day and do something nice for someone.I ended up helping a neighbor take groceries out of her car and into the house.”The writer said that in the months following that fateful event,he does at least one kind thing for others every day.“To the nice man in the SUV,thank you from the bottom of my heart.Please know your kind gesture has truly saved a life,”he said.“On July 18,2017,I had the greatest day.”【语篇解读】本文是一篇记叙文。
课时提能练(十)Unit 5 Music课时作业A:基础层面Ⅰ.语境语法填空AI used to decline1.invitations(invite) to parties because I was2.sensitive (sense) to alcohol. But three years ago, when I visited a tourist3.attraction (attract) in Jiangsu, I turned up at a party where I met my wife, a4.musician(music), for the first time. When asked to give a5.performance(perform) at the party, we both responded to the request warmly, full of6.confidence(confident). We fell in love because we left each other a good impression.7.Briefly (brief) speaking, she appreciated my8.humourous(humour) words and graceful behaviour, and I was conquered by her beauty and elegant style.BI attach importance9.to my living environment. Recently I've bought a small house—modern, comfortable, and10.above all in a clean neighborhood. Wastes here11.are sorted (sort) out and taken to a factory, where they are broken12.up for recycling use. The tidy surroundings make people feel refreshed and delighted. 13.In addition, people living here may rely14.on it that they can free themselves from violence and threat. Therefore, I am very confident of living a harmonious life in my new neighbourhood.CTen years ago Wang Lin left his village, 15.to which he was never to return. He came to Shenzhen and found a job in a factory. He works hard, trying to make as much money as possible16.before he grows too old. In his factory there are hundreds of employees, most of17.whom come from thecountryside. They all attach great importance to18.becoming(become) wealthy, aware that they cannot survive easily in society19.without being well paid. Wang Lin also hopes to send his two children to key schools and universities for a good education, because he doesn't want his children to experience hardships just as he used to.Ⅱ.根据提示补全句子1.应一些英语学习者的要求,他出版了许多书,其中一本是关于英语习语的。
高考题型·组合规范练9选择性必修第一册UNIT1阅读题组——练速度(35 mins)Ⅰ.阅读理解ANew York’s best classes for kids include sports classes,performing arts classes,art classes,language programs and baby classes.Make sure your kids are ready for new adventures with these super-cool offerings!92nd Street Y ClassesAt this institution your musician can learn how to play an instrument.After-school classes examine different musical pieces and encourage work in a group setting.At the end of the program,mini Mozarts can impress their family and friends at open-house performances.Plus,when they’re not jamming(干扰),kids can take advantage of homework help in the Clubhouse,where they are divided up by grade level.Ages 5-15.The Cliffs at LICAfter a day of fighting the academic obstacle course at school,your favorite achievers can reach new heights on a rock-climbing wall.The Cliffs’ offerings allow developing bodies to build muscle strength.For example,introductory sessions teach climbers how to tie safety knots(结) as well as other basics,mastering them with hands-on games and activities.The Cliffs at LIC,Long Island City.Ages 6-18.Staten Island Skating PavilionThis large area maintains its year-round frosty temperatures for ice-skating fun.Courses are offered every day for a variety of interests and skill levels,and public and freestyle sessions are available for children who want to spend some afternoons there without instruction.Ages 4 and up.West Side YMCAIf your child wants to learn how to swim,you’d be pressed to find more options than those offered at the Y.Kids are grouped by age and capability.The courses cover personal safety and stroke techniques.If your offspring prefer dry land,the Y also offers dance,basketball and football.Visit the website for class descriptions and detailed price information.Ages 5-18.1.Who is the passage intended for?A.Elementary school teachers.B.Children around school age.C.Families looking for attraction.D.Parents with under-age children.2.Which event will you attend for occasional academic help?A.The Cliffs at LIC.B.West Side YMCA.C.92nd Street Y Classes.D.Staten Island Skating Pavilion.3.What does Staten Island Skating Pavilion provide?A.A mini open-house performance at the end of the program.B.Cold temperatures all the year round for ice-skating.C.Teaching of skating in divided groups according to their age.D.Introductory lessons on how to overcome the learning obstacles.BLiving Life to Its FullestOn the afternoon of September 10,2001,everything changed when my friend’s car hit a wall with me inside.I lost most of my right leg,and I was left bleeding with several broken bones.At thehospital,although my body was weak,my mind was still very clear.I just kept telling myself to hold on.A week later,I made a deal with the doctors that once I could roll onto my side,I could leave.Two weeks later,I was allowed to go home.Although I left the hospital,the fight was far from over.My left knee was badly injured,which resulted in different operations over the next few years.And soon,more of my right leg had to be removed.This made it harder to wear my false leg,so I donated it to a nurse who couldn’t afford one for herself.The joy of being able to provide this gift for someone else was greater than the happiness I felt on any day I was able to wear it myself.People often tell me they’re proud of me for staying strong.But in my mind,staying strong has always been my only choice.So,on the day I left the hospital,I made a promise to myself to always live life to the fullest.Now,I may not be able to do things the way everybody else does them,but still,I always find a way to do them.I soon settled into everyday life again,until one day I realized I wasn’t living my life as fully as I wanted to.After 13 years of thinking that I was confident,I had an unfamiliar feeling sweep over me.For the first time in my life,I was not only confident but I wanted to help those around me.In 2014,I even started modeling.My dream is that one day a little girl will see me in a magazine and say,“Wow,she’s beautiful,and she only has one leg.I could do that too someday,even though I have a disability.” My dream is simple:to inspire every man,woman,and child into knowing and believing that they are beautiful just the way they are.4.How did the author feel after the car accident?A.She complained that life was unfair to her.B.She was unable to accept the loss of her leg.C.She kept a positive attitude toward life.D.She felt lucky that she was still alive.5.Why did the author feel happy in Paragraph 3?A.She was able to offer help to others.B.She could wear her false leg again.C.She had lived her life to the fullest.D.She could do everyday things the same as everybody else.6.Why did the author begin modeling in 2014?A.She wanted to be a famous magazine star.B.She wanted to encourage others to be confident about themselves.C.She wanted to challenge herself to be a speaker.D.She wanted to prove that disabled people could also succeed.7.What was the author’s main purpose in writing the article?A.To stress the importance of having a dream.B.To show how difficult the life is for disabled people.C.To inspire others by sharing her past experiences.D.To give advice to disabled people on how to make a living.CPycnandra acuminata(喜树) is a rare tree native to New Caledonia that has the rare ability to collect heavy metals like nickel(镍)from the ground.The liquid circulated in its body is blue-green and reportedly contains up to 25% nickel.In general,trees and heavy metals like nickel don’t really go well together.But Pycnandra acuminata makes them live together.And that’s what makes Pycnandra acuminata so special.It sucks out normally poisonous levels of heavy metals from the soil and store them in its trunk,leaves and seeds.The evolution of Pycnandra acuminata is believed to have occurred over millions of years,but scientists have yet to identify a universal principle of nickel intake and storage.The reason why such trees have formed the way of absorbing metals is also up for debate.The most popular theory states that the concentration of nickel protects such trees from leaf-chewing insects.And studies have shown that nickel accumulated by these trees indeed harms many insects though some have developed a high tolerance to it.Another theory says nickel has effects of resisting bacteria,which protects the trees from various diseases.However,these theories are all just theories.One thing that has been proven is the ability of Pycnandra acuminata to clean the soil with poisonous materials caused by human activity.There’s also clear potential for collecting heavy materials like nickel in these kinds of soils that will bring a few profits by conventional ways of mining.People can collect minerals contained in such soils from the blue-green trees.Unfortunately,Pycnandra acuminata is recently in a bad situation.Human activity in forests of New Caledonia has made Pycnandra acuminata in danger.Consequently,probably fewer than several hundred trees of this kind have remained as a result of the reduction of our forests.8.What do we know about Pycnandra acuminata?A.It has a blue-green color due to metals collected.B.It is able to collect some heavy metals from the ground.C.It sucks out a great deal of poisonous underground water.D.It tends to grow in the soil with plenty of poisonous liquid.9.What do the theories in Paragraph 4 say about Pycnandra acuminata?A.It indeed protects many insects.B.It stores most nickel in its roots.C.It protects itself through the concentration of nickel.D.It makes its surrounding plants suffer from diseases.10.What does the author mainly want to express in the last paragraph?A.Pycnandra acuminata is in danger.B.Forests are to blame for the reduction of trees.C.Forests are decreasing as a result of human activity.D.Pycnandra acuminata is under the protection of people.11.In which section of a magazine is this text most likely to appear?A.Bacteria and disease.B.Health and life.C.Fashion and entertainment.D.Man and nature.DThe U.S.is still out in front of global competitors when it comes to innovation (革新),but American universities—where new ideas often spread—have reason to look over their shoulders.That’s especially true for technologies like 5G phone networks and artificial intelligence and they’re exactly the fields where the U.S.has to lead—and also the ones where Asia,especially China,is catching up.Universities from China get more patents than their U.S.peers in wireless communications,according to research firm GreyB Services.In AI,17 of the top 20 universities and public research organizations are in China,with the Chinese Academy of Sciences topping the list,says the World Intellectual Property Organization in Geneva.There’s a special place for universities in the development of science.Universities educate future scientists and can be incubators (孵化器) for pie-in-the-sky ideas—some of which turn out to be game-changers.The list ranges from search engines to DNA technology that’s behind a whole industry of gene-manipulating (基因编辑) treatments.However,government aids to universities haven’t been growing for more than a decade,meaning they’ve declined in real terms and as a share of the economy,leading to the cost increase for universities and meanwhile somehow discouraging the teaching staff from putting all their hearts into their scientific research.“If you look at the federal dollars,they’ve not really changed considerably,” says Stephen Susalka,head of AUTM,a technology transfer association whose members include 800 universities.“Other countries are catching up.We can’t be satisfied with what we have achieved.”12.What does the underlined phrase “look over their shoulders” in Paragraph 1 mean?A.Watch out.B.Take off.C.Stand up.D.Hide away.13.The author mentions 5G phone networks in Paragraph 2 to show .A.Chinese universities have obtained more patents than other countriesB.the Chinese government provides aids to Chinese universitiesC.wireless communications are changed dramatically these yearsD.U.S.universities may lose their lead in some high-tech fields14.What is the main idea of Paragraph 3?A.Universities can be birthplaces of game programmers.B.Pie-in-the-sky ideas from universities can be revolutionary.C.Universities play an important role in science development.D.Gene-manipulation helps to develop DNA technology.15.What’s Stephen Susalka’s attitude towards the future development of U.S.universities?A.Worried.B.Disapproving.C.Positive.D.Unconcerned.Ⅱ.阅读七选五Some high school students think it useless to receive higher education.1 If you’re one of them,think again.Here are some reasons why you should go to college and receive a good education there.2 We take that knowledge later on to build our careers after graduation.More knowledge will be gained after you start working but without education,that job will not be within easy reach.Knowledge leads to knowledge.While limited within the walls of the educational places,we openly explore other cultures of the world!3 Other cultures have valuable things to share,enriching our cation also makes us want to travel and exchange with various cultures,getting more experience.When there’s a recession(衰退) in the economy,those who attended college will be more likely to find a new job than those who only finished high school and have a limited skill set.The more education you have,the more chances you will get to improve the quality of your life as you have a better job and earn a higher salary.When you’re skillful and knowledgeable,you gain access to people of similar backgrounds and tastes.4 Good networking can benefit you a lot in your later life.5 You can talk about ideas and events instead of just other people and what’s on sale in stores.An educated person doesn’t gossip (说闲话),preferring to discuss ideas and listen to what other people have to say.A.Therefore,they choose not to go to college.B.We come to know that ours is not the only culture.C.There is a negative side to earning a good education too.D.A good education makes you a more interesting person.E.It means a good education leads to excellent networking.F.Schools and universities are the first places to get knowledge.G.It has long been understood that an education can lead to long-term financial success.参考答案高考题型·组合规范练9选择性必修第一册UNIT1阅读题组——练速度Ⅰ.【语篇导读】本文是一则广告应用文。
课时提能练(十)Ⅰ.阅读理解(2019·长沙质检)The artists in Madhubani district of India have been painting trees and leaves,with coats of lively colors describing pictures of Hindu deities(印度神).In the past three years since the painting campaign was started,many trees in that area which normally were the targets for local villagers have survived the axes(斧子).The tree art,in the style of the world-famous Madhubani painting,has now made the entire area so beautiful that passers-by can't resist taking photos.Madhubani painting,also known as Mithila painting,is a style of Indian painting practised in the northeastern region of Bihar which is done with fingers,brushes and even matchsticks using natural colors and is characterised by eye-catching patterns.There are paintings for various occasions and festivals—such as births,marriages—and also about Hindu tales.“Normally,the Hindus almost stopped cutting trees down once we painted the tree trunks with different pictures of deities,”Siya Devi,one of the artists associated with the tree painting campaign,says.“Previously,the sight of people cutting roadside trees was quite common.Now it gives us much satisfaction to see the crowds of tourists paying visits to this particular area to see the painted trees and take photos.”The idea is the brainchild of a local villager Shashthi Nath Jha who has been working for Gram Vikas Parishad,a nongovernmental organization,which helps to protect the rights of women and child labor.“The sight of people cutting down trees with axes and saws always gave me a lot of pain.I tried to convince them this wasn't good for environment but they never took it seriously.So I finally thought of the plan to paint scenes from Hindu classics or pictures of Gods on the tree bark thinking it can work significantly,and yes,it has begun working now,”claims Jha.【语篇解读】该文主要讲述了印度马杜巴尼地区的艺术家在树木和叶子上画画,从而拯救了树木的故事。
课时提能练(三十九) 选修8 Unit 4 PygmalionA:知识层面Ⅰ.语境语法填空A(考查派生词)When it comes to the most 1.horrible (horror) thing I've encountered, I have to mention the 2.robbery (rob) in Cape Town, capital city of South Africa. I was walking to my apartment after work when a man stopped me. He aimed a gun at me and ordered me to kneel down. I knew a moment of 3.hesitation (hesitate) might cost me my life. He took away my valuable possessions. Though I felt scared and 4.uncomfortable (comfortable), I was not hurt, which was 5.fortunate (fortune) enough. Cape Town belongs to the highcrimerate 6.classification (classify). So stay away from it if you are not capable of making a quick 7.adaptation (adapt) or dealing with an emergency 8.properly (proper).B(考查动词)When 9.remarking (remark) on the city of Acapulco, its security will never 10.be overlooked (overlook) by anyone. Acapulco 11.is classified (classify) as one of the top ten dangerous cities in the world. When you see someone wandering towards you 12.whistling (whistle), it makes sense not 13.to hesitate (hesitate) to stay away from him. Otherwise, you would be most likely 14.to be robbed (rob). Don't try to fight back; he may 15.betray (betray) his original intention of not hurting you. It is no use 16.condemning (condemn) the violence unless the government takes action to make its people wealthy. Only when poverty 17.fades (fade) away can the city be removed from the ranking list.C(考查句型)What 18.if you were lost in the dark forest at night? You shouldn't bother trying to find your way in the dark at all, which is 19.of no help to you. Just stay where you are until dawn. When the sun rises, you'll have an idea of direction. Once 20.trapped (trap) in a forest, don't panic. Just try to think of nice, happy things. If there 21.were (be) no sun, moon or stars as a fixed guide and you didn't have other ways to find the direction, you would have to pick a spot on the horizon and just head for it.Ⅱ.根据提示补全句子1.如果有疑问请不要犹豫,联系我。
课时提能练(十)Ⅰ.阅读理解A(2019·广州检测)At first sight,Alma Deutscher,a thirteenyearold girl from England appears to be like any other typical preteen.She loves to skip rope,read and play with her younger sister.But this modest youngster,who composed her first musical work at age six,first short opera at age seven,and first fulllength opera based on Cinderella at age ten,is anything but average.Though her parents downplay her extraordinary talent,young Alma is being described as“little Mozart”by the music world.Alma's operatic take on the classic fairy tale,which she began writing at age eight,has a slight twist.Her Cinderella is a musician who meets her Prince Charming through a song.“In my Cinderella,she sings the beginning of a ballad—but at midnight she flees.Eventually,the prince finds her after asking all the maidens of the land to sing the end of the ballad.”The opera was first performed in Vienna,Austria on December 29,2016,where the elevenyearold girl skillfully switched between the piano and the violin and received enthusiastic reviews.The young genius has since performed two new piano works,once in Australia and the other in China.While this may appear to be a lot for someone so young,Alma is not worried.She says,“Of course I have to work hard.But all children have to work hard for exams,and at least when I work hard,I work hard for something incredibly exciting,like seeing my whole opera put on.”Alma's musical talent first came to light before she could even talk.Her parents recall that as an 18-month-old toddler,she was able to hum a perfect version of the children's rhyme T w inkle T w inkle Little Star.However,Alma's abilities only gained international attention in 2012,after a family friend posted a video online comparing her to Mozart.The family was suddenly swamped with media and Alma became an overnight star,dubbed“little Mozart”.This nickname makes her parents unhappy because they believe it puts added pressure on the young girl.They would instead prefer her to be called “a composer and musician”.Alma does not want to be compared to the famous artist either,saying“There was only one Mozart,and I prefer to be little Alma.”Regardless of what she calls herself,the thirteenyearold is changing the world of music forever!【语篇解读】本文是一篇记叙文。
13岁的Alma有音乐天赋,18个月时就能哼唱《一闪一闪小星星》,6岁时创作了她的第一部音乐作品,7岁时创作了第一部短歌剧,被人们誉为“小莫扎特”。
1.What do we know about Alma Deutscher?A.She comes from a famous musical family.B.She showed a great musical talent from a young age.C.She regularly performs the classical music of Mozart.D.She has adapted some famous works of classical music.B[细节理解题。
根据第一段的第三句“But this modest youngster,who composed her first musical work at age six,first short opera at age seven,and first fulllength opera based on Cinderella at age ten,is anything but average”可知,Alma Deutscher自小便显示出了惊人的音乐天赋,故B项正确。
] 2.How did Alma get to be widely known?A.Through an online video.B.By performing on television.C.By putting on an opera.D.Through her parents' promotion.A[细节理解题。
根据第六段的第一句“However,Alma's abilities only gained international attention in 2012,after a family friend posted a video online comparing her to Mozart”可知,2012年Alma 家的一位朋友在网上发布了一个视频,将Alma比作莫扎特;此后她的能力受到了国际关注,故A 项正确。
]3.What is Alma's attitude towards her success?A.She is still unsatisfied with her performance.B.She is uncomfortable with so much pressure.C.She is modest about her musical achievements.D.She is proud to have become a professional musician.C[推理判断题。
根据最后一段的第一句“Alma does not want to be compared to the famous artist either,saying‘There was only one Mozart,and I prefer to be little Alma.’”可知,在人们将她比作莫扎特时,Alma不愿和这位著名的音乐家相提并论,她认为世界上只有一个莫扎特,而她更喜欢人们叫她“小Alma”;据此可以判断,面对人们的赞誉和自己的成功,Alma很谦虚,故C项正确。
] 4.What can we infer about Alma's parents?A.They are very well-educated people.B.They are protective of their daughter.C.They have pushed Alma to take up music.D.They have made a good life plan for Alma.B[推理判断题。
根据第六段中的“The family was suddenly swamped with media and Alma became an overnight star,dubbed ‘little Mozart’.This nickname makes her parents unhappy because they believe it puts added pressure on the young girl.They would instead prefer her to be called‘a composer and musician’”可知,Alma成了一夜成名的“小莫扎特”,但这个绰号让她的父母不高兴,因为他们认为这会给这个小女孩带来额外的压力,他们宁愿她被称为“作曲家和音乐家”。
据此可以判断,Alma 的父母是爱护她的,故B项正确。
]B(2019·石家庄一模)Experts believe that the best time to teach kids language skills is when they are babies.Most time the task is easily accomplished with parents reading or talking to their babies.However,in some cases that is not possible due to busy work schedules or when kids are born deaf.Now,an adorable blueeyed robot,a human avatar,and some hightech neuroscience may be able to assist parents with this important developmental task.The Robot Avatar thermalEnhanced system,or RA VE,is the brainchild of a team of researchers led by LauraAnn Petitto,an educational neuroscientist,at Washington D.C.'s Gallaudet University.The learning process begins when the robot's camera,which is focused on the baby's face,detects tiny changes in his/her body temperature.This,combined with the baby's facial expression,causes the robot to turn its head and guide the baby's attention to a computer screen,on which a human avatar starts to communicate with the baby,much like a parent would.For example,if the baby points towards the screen,the avatar might respond,“Are you pointing to me?”and follow that up with a nursery rhyme,fairy tale,or some essential social communication,all in American Sign Language(ASL).The “conversation” continues until the kid loses interest.The researchers,who have been testing the system for three years,found that babies as young as 6 to 8 months old began to move their hands in a rhythm similar to ASL after interacting with RA VE for just a few minutes.Petitto says natural language,whether communicated through speech or sign,activates the same parts of the brain and believes the rhythmic motions prove the babies are learning the essential elements of communication.What sets this technique apart from other methods,such as showing educational videos or television shows,is its interactive nature and realtime response to the baby's actions.The researchers say that while it is too early to determine the system's long-term influence on baby communication,the initial response has been very encouraging.Next,they plan to introduce an avatar that can both sign and speak to babies.【语篇解读】本文是一篇科普说明文,主要介绍了一种可以帮助父母教婴儿学习语言的系统,以及该系统的工作原理、效果评价和研究人员对这种技术的展望。