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The classical Chinese folk music ________ a wave of homesickness among the overseas students.
A. set out B. set off
C. set about D. set on
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What kind of music does the woman like?
A. Jazz. B. Classical. C. Folk.
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He surprised his fans by giving a concert c__________ classical music with Chinese folk music.
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Folk music includes many musical variations over the centuries. This form of music is 1. (energy) in English-speaking countries.
In the 1960s, folk music 2. (become) very popular thanks to artists like US song-writer Bob Dylan and Canadian singer Leonard Cohen. At that time, folk music used traditional instruments and had lyrics（歌词）that focused on social issues such as poverty and war. The power of folk music was 3. big as to inspire political and artistic movements. One of Dedylan’s famous songs, Blowin’in the Wind 4. (honor) as an “all-purpose progressive anthem (圣歌）” and it suggested 5.some things would change. The song served 6. the center of several protest movenments.
Contemporary folk musicians still use traditional instruments and strong story-telling techniques 7. (set) their tunes apart, but their lyrics are much less serious. And they have involved elements of other kinds of music.
The British band Mumford& Sons is one of the most recent examples. When Mumford& Sons burst on the scene back in 2011 with their 8. (one) performance in America, they were met with great enthusiasm. The media began to talk about “ a new folk rock”.
Their songs are rich in reference to the Bible and poets as well. Their music removes all politics and becomes an exercise in romantic 9. (explain) for nice men with mandolins (曼陀铃）. And most 10.(important), their songs are nice to listen to and sing along with.
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What kind of music does the woman like?
A. Popular music. B. Jazz music. C. Classical music.
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The sound of music
The Calgary Folk Music Festival (25-28 July) was born 40 years ago, and has grown from a grassroots event to a celebration that brings together thousands of musicians, artists and fans. The festival is held in Princes Island Park and its relaxed, welcoming atmosphere makes it a great spot in the sun while enjoying some quality folk music.
Want to keep the music playing? Head to Studio Bell, where the new National Music Centre hosts regular exhibitions and concerts.
Green city
Though it’s a relatively short drive to the legendary Rocky Mountains, Calgary itself is also filled in greenery.
A comprehensive network of urban pathways offers walkers and cyclists an urban oasis and an eco-friendly way to get around the city’s neighborhoods. Take a slow walk or cycle downtown along the riverside or walk across the futuristic Peace Bridge to explore the urban village，of Kensington. Alternatively, take in the scenic views and sunshine by rafting(乘筏) down the mighty Bow River instead.
From farm to patio
Calgary is home to a farm-to-table scene. Discover the whitewashed brick walls and nose-to-tail philosophy in the Model Milk, while plant-lined ceilings and a vegetable menu await in bright and airy Ten Foot Henry.
Calgarians take their beer as seriously as their steak and it wouldn’t be summer in Calgary without a good patio-hopping session. Start off at 17th Avenue institution The Ship & Anchor, then make your way to Cold Garden. Don't fancy walking? Explore the city’s craft-beer scene by bike with Urban Pedal Tours.
1.What can we learn about the Calgary Folk Music Festival?
A.It lasts three days in July every year.
B.It is a celebration for grassroots musicians.
C.It has a history of less than 40 years
D.It draws more and more folk music lovers.
2.How many ways are recommended to get around this green city?
A.One B.Two.
C.Three. D.Four
3.What is the underlined phrase "a good patio-hopping session" in the last paragraph about?
A.Taking a bike trip. B.Drinking beer.
C.Visiting the Model Milk. D.Making craft.
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________more about Chinese culture, Jack has decided to take Chinese folk music as an elective course.
A. Learn B. Learned C. To learn D. To be learning
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_________ more about Chinese culture, Jack has decided to take Chinese folk music as an elective course.
A. Learn B. Learned
C. To learn D. To be learning
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_________ more about Chinese culture, Jack has decided to take Chinese folk music as an elective course.
A. Learn B. Learned
C. To learn D. To be learning
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Monkeys prefer heavy metal to classical music, according to researchers at the University of Wisconsin whose findings are published this week in Biology Letters.
Scientists played a selection of music to a group of South American cotton-top monkeys but the only sound that got a reaction were from the heavy metal band Metallica. They were seemingly disinterested in Led Zeppelin, Miles Davis and Bach, but after the beautiful sound of Master of Puppets by Metallica was played the monkeys calmed down.
"Monkeys interpret rising and falling sounds differently than humans. Oddly, their only response to several samples of human music was a calming response to the heavy-metal band Metallica," said Professor Charles Snowdon, from the University of Wisconsin-Madison.
Rather than making them excited or aggressive, the heavy metal tracks had a comforting effect. Dr Snowdon, who teamed up with National Symphony Orchestra musican David Teie, also played the monkeys music composed specifically for them. Although they enjoyed Metallica, they were much more interested in these pieces.
A melody(乐曲) based on the short calls of scared monkeys led to anxiety levels rapidly growing, researchers found, while one based on long calls the creatures make when they are happy had a calming effect.
Frans B.M. de Waal, a professor of psychology at Emory University who studies animals, said the findings appear to say more about how monkeys respond to the sounds they make than they do about music or the evolution of music.
Dr Snowdon no longer has a monkey colony to use in his research, but he said his co-author David Teie is exploring the concept of music for cats.
"If we understand how we can affect their emotional states through using musical sound and aspects of our speech, maybe those of us living with companion animals can have a better relationship with them, too," Snowdon said.
1.The research mentioned in the passage is mainly about ______.
A. the change of music over time B. animals’ response to music
C. special music for animals D. the origin of music
2.When the monkeys heard the music they liked, they ______.
A. looked anxious B. became restless
C. felt at ease D. made long calls
3.According to the passage, the monkeys are most interested in the music ______.
A. of Led Zeppelin B. of Miles Davis
C. of Metallica D. specially composed for them
4.The aim of the research, according to Professor Snowdon, is to ______.
A. build better ties between animals and humans
B. compare monkeys and cats in term of music
C. develop new music based on animals’ calls
D. find better ways to keep animals under control
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