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Can you imagine a world without music? Studies show that public schools across the country are cutting back on music classes to save money. Even worse, some schools have never had music classes to begin with. But without them, students’ academic (学术的) growth and spiritual health could suffer. In fact, music classes are necessary for all students in schools.

Recent studies Brown University have shown that students who received music education classes were better in math and reading skills than those without music classes. Another study by The College Board found that students taking music and art classes got higher points. Students’ academic success seems to depend on their taking part in music education..

Music programs in public schools also help to add to a student’s sense of pride and self-confidence. Teens today have too many learning tasks. Besides, they have family problems, self-confidence problems, relations hip troubles, and choices about smoke and alcohol (酒精). All of these can stop academic success, but music education can help. A study by The Texas Commission on Drug and Alcohol Abuse found that students who took part in school music programs were less likely to turn to smoke. Music programs encourage students to work together to produce an excellent performance.

Music crosses language, class and culture. Music allows students from different countries to connect. For example, at a school talent show, a new Japanese student played a piano duet (二重奏) with an American classmate. Two students from different cultures worked as a team with self-confidence and common purpose through music.

The gift of music is priceless. We need to be sure to have necessary music classes for all students. The world is losing its music, and putting music into schools is the first step to get it back.

1.The two studies seem to show that ________.

A.students with great success attend music lessons

B.music classes play an important role in students’ growth

C.not all students could have music classes at school

D.students who have music classes do better in all subjects

2.The example in Paragraph 4 mainly suggests that ________.

A.music makes cross-cultural communication possible

B.different cultures have different styles of music

C.Japan has a good relationship with America

D.Japanese and American students are good at playing the piano

3.What can we learn about education with music classes?

A.It allows schools to make more money.

B.It can cause a lot of academic problems.

C.It will affect the world cultural communication greatly.

D.It does good to students’ academic success and spiritual health.

4.What is the best title for the text?

A.The Importance of Music Classes in School

B.Music—A Bridge to Understanding

C.Studies on Music Education

D.How to Get Music Back

高一英语阅读理解中等难度题查看答案及解析

A number of studies show that sports and other physical activities can contribute to the development of self-esteem (a feeling of pride in oneself). For example, Canadian scientists found that sixth-grade students who were more physically active had considerably higher levels of self-esteem. A study in Switzerland found that teenagers who took part in sports clubs were healthier, including being better socially adjusted, feeling less anxious, and generally being happier about their lives. Similar findings were reported in a study of Latino students, where participation in school sport was found to be greatly associated with self-esteem.

There seems little doubt that part of the potency (潜能) of sports lies in their social setting. There are a lot of facts showing the importance of social connectedness (关联性) for healthy child and teenager development, and sports offer a popular and engaging setting for social interactions. Involvement in team sports has been positively associated with social acceptance and a sense of belonging, especially where such involvement is characterized by positive coaching, progressive skill development, and peer support.

But, the social setting of sports can exclude as well as include. There is now evidence that boys’ and girls’ experiences of sports can be very different, and this can affect the contribution they can make to the self-esteem of players. Peer acceptance seems to be an important factor in determining the relationship between sport participation and self-esteem, and girls can be particularly sensitive to negative judgments. And studies have found that many ‘girly’ boys and girls benefit most from non-competitive physical activities.

So, a note of caution ought to be sounded in case sports are considered to be a cure. Much of the literature on the most positive psychological (心理的) outcomes associated with childhood and youth sports stress the absolute importance of positive experiences. It will surprise no one that bullying, excluding or abuse experiences will harm, rather than support the development of self-esteem, and well-being in general. Sadly, it will also not be a shock to learn that many children’s introductions to sports are far from improving the quality of life.

The great developmental psychologist Jean Piaget argued that the foundations of self-esteem were laid between the ages of about 6 and 11 years of age. Importantly, this is also the time when children are most likely to be introduced to sports. We should know the importance of positive early sporting experiences for the development of both self-esteem and on-going participation in sports and other physical activities. Teachers, coaches, and parents have a responsibility to ensure that these experiences ‘catch’ as many children as possible, and for this to happen they need to remember ‘the principles of child development’: Children are not mini-adults.

Problems arise when adults forget these principles, and kid themselves into thinking that they are coaching future Olympians or Super stars. Unluckily, evidence suggests that talented children are most likely to stand out when they are given time to develop, to play, and to remain children.

Children are not miniature adults, and their enjoyment of sports (and their self-esteem) can suffer when adults forget this!

1.Studies in Switzerland and Latino showed teenagers who often join in sports _____.

A.build self-esteem earlier

B.have more good experiences

C.are more sensitive to judgments

D.are healthier both physically and mentally

2.In general, the author’s attitude toward the influence of sports on teenagers is _____.

A.positive B.critical

C.uncertain D.tolerant

3.According to the author, when children take part in sports, they _____.

A.will be happier about their lives

B.are more likely to be attracted by competitive sports

C.should be treated by coaches and parents as super stars

D.will build self-esteem if given positive comment and support

4.Which of the following would be the best title for the passage?

A.Children Should Take Part in Sports

B.Sports Offer You a Better Teenage Life

C.Sports Experience and Building Self-Esteem

D.People Should Treat Teenagers Like Miniature Adults

高一英语阅读理解中等难度题查看答案及解析

Studies show that walking several times a week can lower, or reduce, the danger of many diseases. Walking also can help you lose weight.

Fast walking is good for the heart. It lowers the blood pressure. Researchers say walking can reduce the danger of suffering a heart attack by as much as fifty percent.

Studies have shown that walking for thirty minutes a day can delay and possibly prevent the development of Type Two Diabetes. It can prevent diabetes among people who are overweight and at danger for the disease.

Studies show that women who walk and take calcium reduce their danger of thinning of the bones. Walking also helps lower the pain of arthritis in areas where bones are joined by strengthening the muscles around the bones.

Walking several times a week is a good way to control your weight and even lose body fat. Studies show it also helps lower feelings of sadness.

Experts say walking is one of the safest ways to exercise. There is a low danger of injuries. So it is good for people who are starting an exercise program for the first time and for older people.

A walking program is easy to start. You should wear loose clothes and good shoes. Shoes designed for walking are best.

How fast should you walk?  You should be breathing hard while you are walking. Yet, you should be able to

talk.

Let your arms move back and forward at your sides while you walk.

1.The title of the passage probably is ______.

2.“Walking is one of the safest ways to exercise” means ______.

3.Walking helps reduce the following EXCEPT_________.

4.According to the passage, walking ________.

高一英语阅读理解简单题查看答案及解析

Studies show that you may be lied to every day anywhere from 10 to 200 times. We say, “Nice song.” “Honey, you don’t look fat in that, no.” But another study showed that strangers lied three times within the first 10 minutes of meeting each other. We lie more to strangers than we lie to coworkers. Men lie eight times more about themselves than they do about other people. Women lie more to protect other people. If you’re married, you’re going to lie to your wife/ husband in one out of every 10 communications. If you’re unmarried, that number drops to three. But look, if at some point you got lied to, it’s because you agreed to get lied to. Truth about lying: lying’s a cooperative act. Not all lies are harmful. Sometimes we’re willing to get lied to for social dignity(尊严), maybe to keep a private secret.

Lying is complex. It exists in our daily and business lives. We’re deeply disturbed by the truth. We explain it, sometimes for very good reasons, other times just because we don’t understand the gaps between ideals and realities in our lives. We’re against lying, but secretly we’re for it in ways that our society has practiced for centuries and centuries. It’s as old as breathing. It’s part of our culture and history. Think the stories from Dante, Shakespeare, the Bible, News of the World.

Lying has great value to the evolution of human beings. Researchers have long known that the more intelligent the species, the more likely it is to lie. We humans like to become leaders. It starts really early. How early? Well, babies will pretend to cry, pause, wait to see who’s coming and then go right back to crying. One-year-olds learn hiding truth. Five-year-olds lie outright and try to control through flattery (奉承). Nine-year-olds, masters of covering up.

So what do we do about lies? Well, there are steps we can take to guide our way through the bushes. Trained lie spotters (检测员) get to the truth 90% of the time. The rest of us, we’re only 54% right. There are clever liars and stupid liars, but there’re no real creative liars. While lying, we all make the same mistakes, and we all use the same techniques.

1.The passage tells us in the first paragraph that lying is very __________.

A. harmful　　 B. easy

C. interesting　　 D. common

2.Lying is complex because __________.

A. people are for it as well as against it　　 B. it is the whole part of great culture

C. ancient stories are full of lies　　 D. it is practiced by clever ones

3.According to the passage, a lie works when __________.

A. the liar’s words are sweet enough　　 B. someone gives the liar cooperation

C. we are willing to lie for good reasons　　 D. it is given to a complete stranger

4.What might the writer talk about in the following passage?

A. How to become clever liars.　　 B. How to avoid stupid lies.

C. How to tell truth from lies.　　 D. How to get through the bushes.

高一英语阅读理解困难题查看答案及解析

Have you imagined that planting trees can make a big difference? People say that one man can’t make a difference, but Abdul Samad Sheikh, a 60-year-old rickshaw (人力车) driver from Bangladesh, has proved that doing a small thing over a long period of time can mean very much. He has planted at least one tree every day since he was 12 years old, which means that he has so far planted a small forest of over 17,500 trees. Imagine if everyone followed his example.

Abdul has worked as a rickshaw driver for most of his life. He makes a little money from his job, which is only enough to put food on the table for his family, but he somehow tries to also buy at least one tree every day. He considers it his duty to the world. Mostly he plants them on government land so nobody can cut them down later. He also waters them, and if he sees anyone cutting a tree, he blames them.

Abdul, his wife Jorna, and four of their children live in two old houses, on a piece of land that is owned by the Faridpur deputy commissioner’s office. They have no land of their own.

Sometimes, she commands him not to plant trees but he doesn’t listen. Abdul’s 30-year-old son, Kutub Uddin, has never told his father not to plant trees, because he thinks his father does a good thing for society.

Abdul’s neighbors all know about his daily habit, and praise his work. Whoever can ask of him anything, he will do his best to help. Therefore, Abdul is loved by neighbors.

For his efforts, Abdul Samad Sheikh was recently honored by The Daily Star, and given $1,253 to help him build a better home for his family. The Daily Star wished everyone to follow his example, and protect the environment.

“I can’t do it alone. I need the help of you all,” Abdul said in his speech.

1.What do we know about Abdul?

A.He doesn’t support his family. B.He plants trees with his own money.

C.He makes a living by doing different jobs. D.He plants trees to win his neighbors’ praise.

2.Why does Abdul plant trees on government land?

A.To get money from government.

B.To set a good example to people.

C.To protect them from being cut down.

D.To get a place from government to build his own house.

3.Which of the following can best describe Abdul?

A.Poor but helpful. B.Rich and reliable.

C.Uncaring and stupid. D.Active but dishonest.

4.What does the underlined word “it” in the last paragraph refer to?

A.Driving a rickshaw. B.Planting trees.

C.Making big money. D.Building a better home.

高一英语阅读理解中等难度题查看答案及解析

---Can you imagine that he paid 500 yuan for the concert ticket?

--- That’s natural for him. He is ________________ music.

A. aware of　　　　　　　　　　　 B. crazy about

C. long for　　　　　　　　　　　 D. ashamed of

高一英语单项填空中等难度题查看答案及解析

Here are a few practical apps that can help you with your studies, and beyond.

MyHomework

Price: Free

Platform: iOS and Android

As you star your new term, let the planning app MyHomework create a personalized study schedule. Rank as one for the best homework management apps by USA Today, this app allows you to prioritize(排序)assignments by color-coding subjects. It also reminds you of every single deadline and upcoming test you have. MyHomework is not only for smart phones but also for Apple Watch.

Notability

Price: 18 yuan

Platform: iOS

Taking good notes is important to good results. As a result, one note-taking app, Notability, is gaining popularity among students. This app allows users to take handwritten notes on touch screens and type essays. Plus, Notability users can easily share files with classmates through e-mail or cloud services like iCloud.

Sleep Cycle

Price: 6 yuan

Platform: iOS and Android

For students struggling to wake up on time during school days, Sleep Cycle can be your lifesaver. It cleverly records your sleep. After you wake up, the app shows your sleep quality through easy-to-read graphics(图表). Even better, Sleep Cycle has an intelligent wake-up mode. It wakes you up when you are in your lightest sleep state with the help of soft music. This stress-free wake-up call can potentially improve your daily productivity.

MyMoney

Price: Free

Platform: iOS and Android

MyMoney, a Chinese money management app, can help you achieve financial independence. This popular app allows you to add up all your accounts including campus(校园)cards and transportation cards. And it tracks your every expense(开支)to help you understand your spending habits. If any of your accounts is low, MyMoney will alarm you.

1.What can we know about Notability?

A. It’s a drawing app　　 B. It can run on Apple Watch

C. It can be used to share notes　　 D. It helps users organize homework

2.Which of the following helps to improve users’ spending habits?

A. MyHomework　　 B. Notability

C. Sleep Cycle　　 D. MyMoney

3.What do the four apps have in common?

A. They are all free of charge　　 B. They are intended for students

C. They require Android platform　　 D. They all help users with studies

高一英语阅读理解中等难度题查看答案及解析

Studies show the MP3 people have made much use of ______ music may be causing hearing loss in many people.

A．enjoy             B．to enjoy           C．enjoying          D．enjoyed

高一英语单项填空中等难度题查看答案及解析

I still remember the day when my mom said, “Let’s get you some new clothes.” You can imagine that to any little girl that would mean the world, but to me it meant the universe, because we were not very rich. After she said that, all I could think about was what kinds of clothes I would choose. To my surprise, my mom allowed me to pick out three dresses: a pink one, a blue one and a yellow one. The yellow one was my favorite.

I had a best friend named Seema, whose family was even poorer than ours. We played and studied together, and spent the best days of our childhood laughing at the silly stories we made up. I was excited to show her my three beautiful new dresses. She loved them all and was happy for me, but tearfully explained to me that her father could only afford to buy her clothes for her birthday. I felt sorry, and then did something that surprised even myself: I asked her to pick out one of my dresses for herself. To my disappointment, she picked up my favorite—the yellow one. Please remember, I was only seven years. My heart almost popped out (跳出) of my chest. But as she held it against her body, and I saw how brightly she smiled, I stopped feeling any hurt. I told her it looked lovely on her.

I’ll always remember Seema’s smile, and how at that moment nothing mattered more. When you value your friendships, nothing else matters! We’re still best friends today.

1.Why did the new clothes mean the universe to the author?

2.The author let Seema pick out one of her dresses because she wanted to _______.

3.When Seema chose the yellow dress, the author was disappointed because ________.

4.What can we conclude from the passage?

高一英语阅读理解简单题查看答案及解析

I know that something you get that sense from TV that you can be rich and successful without any hard work---your ticket to success is through rapping or basketball or being a reality TV star.　 1.　 .

The truth is, being successful is hard. You won’t love every subject that you study. 2.　 　　 Not every homework assignment will seem completely relevant to your life right at this minute. And you won’t necessarily succeed at everything the first time your try.

That’s okay.　 　 3.　　 JK Rowling---- who wrote Harry Potter---her first Harry Potter book was rejected 12 times before it was finally published. Michael Jordan was cut from his high school basketball team. He lost hundreds of games and missed thousands of shots during his career. But he once said, “I have failed over and over again in my life. And that’s why I succeed.”

These people succeeded because they understood the secret of success ---you can’t let your failures define you.　 4.　　 You have to let them show you what to do differently the next time. So if you get into trouble, that doesn’t mean you are a troublemaker, it means you need to try harder to act right. 　 5.

A. If you get a bad grade, that doesn’t mean you’re stupid, it just means you need to spend more time studying.

B. Some of the most successful people in the world are the ones who have had the most failures.

C. You have to let your failures teach you.

D. You won’t get along well with every teacher that you have.

E. So many of you dream of being successful by hard work.

F. Failures can lead you to success.

G. Chances are you’re not going to be any of those things.

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