音乐的力量(雅思阅读机经)

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雅思阅读模拟练习题之音乐

雅思阅读模拟练习题之音乐雅思阅读模拟练习题之音乐。

在一个小时内做答阅读40道题，你的速度以及正确率又是多少?同样是花了时间准备，为什么你的雅思考试分数就没有提升，停滞不前呢?下面为大家整理了有关雅思阅读模拟之音乐方面的练习题。

Background music may seem harmless, but it can have a powerful effect on those who hear it. Recorded background music first found its way into factories, shop and restaurants in the US. But it soon spread to other arts of the world. Now it is becoming increasingly difficult to go shopping or eat a meal without listening to music.To begin with, “ muzak ” (音乐广播网) was intended simply to create a soothing (安慰) atmosphere. Recently, however, it’s become big business –thanks in part to recent research. Dr. Ronald Milliman, an American marketing expert, has shown that music can boost sales or increase factory production by as much as a third.But, it has to be light music. A fast one has no effect at all on sales. Slow music can increase receipts by 38%. This is probably because shoppers slow down and have more opportunity to spot items they like to buy. Yet, slow music isn’t always answer. liman found, for example, that in restaurants slow music meant customers took longer to eat their meals, which reduced overall sales. So restaurants owners might be well advised to play up-tempo music to keep the customers moving – unless of course, the resulting indigestion leads to complaints!练习( )1. The reason why background music is so popular is that ______.A. it can have a powerful effect on those who hear itB. it can help to create a soothing atmosphereC. it can boost sales or increase factory production everywhereD. it can make customers eat their meals quickly( )2. Background music means ________.A. light music that customers enjoy mostB. fast music that makes people move fastC. slow music that can make customers enjoy their mealsD. the music you are listening to while you are doing something( )3. Restaurant owners complain about background music because ______.A. it results in indigestionB. it increases their salesC. it keeps customers movingD. it decreases their sales( )4. The word “ up-tempo music” probably means_____.A.slow musicB.fast musicC.light musicD.classical music注释：1. spread to 传到，波及，蔓延到2. to begin with 首先；第一点(理由)To begin with, we must consider the faculties of the staff all-sidedly.首先，我们必须全面地考虑全体员工的素质。

雅思阅读素材之Music and the Mind

雅思阅读素材之Music and the MindMusic is the manifestation of the human spirit, similar to language. Its greatest practitioners have conveyed to mankind things not possible to say in any other language. If we do not want these things to remain dead treasures, we must do our utmost to make the greatest possible number of people understand their idiom. --Zoltán KodályRecently a number of reports have appeared that attest to the connection between music and academic achievement. In a study of the ability of fourteen year-old science students in seventeen countries, the top three countries were Hungary, the Netherlands, and Japan. All three include music throughout the curriculum from kindergarten through high school. In the 1960's, the Kodály system of music education was instituted in the schools of Hungary as a result of the outstanding academic achievement of children in its "singing schools." Today, there are no third graders who cannot sing on pitch and sing beautifully. In addition, the academic achievement of Hungarian students, especially in math and science, continues to be outstanding. The Netherlands began their music program in 1968, and Japan followed suit by learning from the experience of these other countries.Another report disclosed the fact that the foremost technical designers and engineers in Silicon Valley are almost all practicing musicians.A third report reveals that the schools who produced the highest academic achievement in the United States today are spending 20 to 30% of the day on the arts, with special emphasis on music. Included are St. Augustine Bronx elementary school, which, as it was about to fail in 1984, implemented an intensive music program. Today 90% of the students are reading at or above grade level.Davidson School in Augusta, Georgia (grades 5-12), which began its music and arts program in 1981, is #1 academically in the country. Ashley River Elementary in Charleston, North Carolina is #2 academically, second only to a school for the academically gifted.I personally experienced the relationship between music and scholarship when I was director of the Seattle Creative Activities Center many years ago. At that time, we did not have the research at hand to explain why many children who were taking music and painting classes suddenly began to excel in math at school. Other children began to improve in their language arts skills.Today, the research emerging from the cognitive sciences gives us useful information to explain those connections. As a result of technology which allows us to see the human brain while it is in the process of thinking, we can observe, for example, t hat when people listen to melodies with a variety of pitch and timbre, the right hemisphere of the brain is activated. It also "lights up" when people play music by ear. When, however, people learn to read music, understand key signatures, notation, and other details of scores, and are able to follow the sequence of notes, then the left hemisphere "lights up." Significantly, it is activated in the same area that is involved in analytical and mathematical thinking.。

雅思真题机考机经2014年7月19日

TEST 6 2014年7月19日READING PASSAGE 1You should spend about 20 minutes on Questions 1-13, which are based on Reading Passage 1 below.Computer Games for Preschoolers:Arintend09s Research and Design ProcessDesigning computer games for young children is a daunting task for game producers, who, for a long time, have concentrated on more "'hard core" game fans. This article chronicles the design process and research involved in creating Nintendo DS for preschool gamers.After speaking with our producers who have a keen interest in designing for the DS, we finally agreed on three key goals for our project. First, to understand the range of physical and cognitive abilities of preschoolers in the context of handheld system game play; second, to understand how preschool gamers interact with the DS, specifically how they control the different forms of play and game mechanics offered by the games presently on the market for this platform: third, to understand the expectations of preschoolers' parents concerning the handheld systems as well as the purchase and play contexts within which game play occurs. The team of the research decided that in-home ethnographies with preschoolers and their families would yield comprehensive database with which to give our producers more information and insights. so we start by conducting 26 in-home ethnographies in three markets across the United States: an East coast urban/suburban area, a West coast urban/suburban area, and a Midwest suburban/rural area.The subjects in this study included 15 girls and 11 boys ranging from 3 years and 3 months old to 5 years and 11 months old. Also, because previous research had shown the effects of older siblings on game play (demonstrated, for example, by more advanced motor coordination when using a computer mouse), households were employed to have a combination of preschoolers with and without elder peers. In order to understand both "'experienced" and "new" preschool users of the platform, we divided the sample so that 13 families owned at least one Nimendo DS and the others did not. For those households that did not own a DS, one was brought to the interview tor the kid to play. This allowed us to see both the instinctive and intuitive movements of the new players (and of the more experienced players when playing new games), as well as the learned movements of the more experienced players. Each of those interviews took about 60 to 120 minutes and included the preschooler, at least one parent, and often siblings and another caregiver.Three kinds of information were collected after each interview. From any older siblings and the parents that were available, we gathered data about: the buying decisions surrounding game systems in the household, the family's typical game play patterns, levels of parental moderation with regard to computer gaming, and the most favorite games played by family members. We could also understand the ideology of gaming in these homes because of these in-home interviews: what types of spaces were used for game play, how the systems were installed, where the handheld play occurred in the house (as well as on-the-go play), and the number and type of games and game systems owned. The most important is. we gathered the game-playing information for every single kid.Before carrying out the interviews, the research team had closely discussed with the in-house game producers to create a list of game mechanics and problems tied to preschoolers' motor and cognitive capabilities that were critical for them to understand prior to writing the games. These ranged from general dexterity issues related to game controllers to the effectiveness of in-game instructions to specific mechanics in current games that the producers were interested in implementing for future pre- school titles. During the interviews, the moderator gave specific guidance to the preschooler through a series of games, so that he or she could observe the interaction and probe both the preschooler and his or her parents on feelings, attitudes, and frustrations that arose in the different circumstances.If the subject in the experiment had previous exposure to the DS system, he or she was first asked to play his or her favorite game on that machine. This gave the researchers information about current level of gaming skill related to the complexity of 'the chosen one, allowing them to see the child playing a game with mechanics he or she was already familiar with. Across the 26 preschoolers, the Nintendo DS selections scope were very broad, including New Super Mario Bros, Sonic Rush,Nintendogs, and Tonv Ha wk’s Proving Ground. The interviewer observed the child play, noting preferences for game mechanics and Jnotor interactions with the device as well as the complexity level each game mechanic was for the tested subject. The researchers asked all of the preschoolers to play with a specific game in consultation with our producers, The Little Mermaid: Ariel s Unclersea Aciventure. The game was chosen for two major reasons. First, it was one of the few games on themarket with characters that appeal to this young age group. Second, it incorporated a large variety of mechanics that highlighted the uniqueness of the DS platform. including using the microphone for blowing or singing.The findings from this initial experiment were extensive. After reviewing the outcomes and discussing the implications for the game design with our internal game production team. we then outlined the designing needs and presented the findings to a firm specialising in game design. We worked closely with those experts to set the game design for the two preschool targeted DS games under development on what we had gathered.As the two DS games went into the development process, a tormative research course oT action was set up. Whenever we dcveloped new game mechanics. we brought preschoolers into our in-house utility lab to test the mechanics and to evaluate both their simplicity, and whether they were engaging. We tested either alpha or beta versions of different elements of the game, in addition to looking at overarching game structure. Once a full version of the DS game was ready we went back into thefield test with a dozen preschoolers and their parents to make sure that each of the game elements worked for the children, and that the overall objective of the game was understandable and the process was enjoyable for players. We also collected parents' feedback on whether they thought the game is appropriate, engaging, and worth the purchase.Questions l-5Complete the sentences below.Choose ONE WORD ONL Y from the passage.for each answer.Write vour answers in boxes 1-5 on your answer sheet.Exploratory Research ProjectMain Objectives:Determine the relevant l______________________in the contextObserve how preschoolers manage playing.Investigate attitudes of 2______________________towards gamesSubjects:26 children from different US 3______________________Age range: 3 years and 3 months t0 5 years and 11 monthsSome children have older 4______________________Equal number of new and 5______________________ playersSome households have Nintendo DS and some don't.Length of Interview:1-2 hoursQuestions 6-9Do the following statements agree with the information given in Reading Passage 1.In boxes 6-9 0n your answer sheet, writeTRUE if the statements agrees with the informationFALSE if the statements contradicts with the informationNOT GIVEN if there is no information on this6 One area of research is how far mothers and fathers controlled children's playing after school.7 The researchers are allowed a free access to the subjects' houses.8 The researchers regarded The Little Mermaid: Ariels Undersea Adventure as likely appeal to preschoolers.9 The Little Mermaid: Ariel s Undersea Adventure is operated entirely by hand controls.Questions 10-13Complete the flow-chart below.Choose NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS from the passage for each answer.Write your answers in boxes 10-13 on your answer sheet.Using the Results of the StudyPresentation of design requirements to a specialist 10____________________________↓Testing the mechanics of two new g4mes in the Nintendo lab(assess 11____________________________and interest)↓A 12 ____________________________of the games trailed by twelve children↓Collection of 13____________________________ from parentsREADING PASSAGE 2You .should spend about 20 minutes on Questions 14-26, which are based on Reading Passage 2 below.'The History of PencilThe beginning of the story of pencils started with a lightning. Graphite, the main material for producing pencil, was discovered in 1564 in Borrowdale in England when a lightning struck a local tree during a thunder. Local people found out that the black substance spotted at the root of the unlucky tree was different from burning ash of wood. It was soft, thus left marks everywhere. Chemistry was barely out of its infancy at the time, so people mistook it for lead, equally black but much heavier. It was soon put to use by locals in marking their sheep for ownership and calculation.Britain turns out to be the major country where mines of graphite can be detected and developed. Even so, the first pencil was invented elsewhere. As graphite is soft, it requires some form of encasement. In Italy, graphite sticks were initially wrapped in string or sheep-skin for stability, becoming perhaps the very first pencil in the world. Then around 1560, an Italian couple made what are likely the first blueprints for the modern. wood-encased carpentry pencil. Their version was a flat, oval, more compact type of pencil. Their concept involved the hollowing out of a stick of juniper wood. Shortly thereafter in 1662, a superior technique was discovered by German people: two wooden halves were carved, a graphite stick inserted, and the halves then glued together - essentially the same method in use to this day. The news of the usefulness of' these early pencils spread far and wide, attracting the attention of artists all over the known world.Although graphite core in pencils is stⅢreferred to as lead, modern pencils do not contain lead as the "lead" of the pencil is actually a mix of finely ground graphite and clay powders. This mixture is important because the amount of clay content added to the graphite depends on the intended pencil hardness, and the amount of time spent on grinding the mixture determines the quality of the lead. The more clay you put in, the higher hardness the core has. Many pencils across the world, and almost all in Europe, are graded on the European system. This system of naming used B for black and H for hard; a pencil's grade was described by a sequence or successive Hs or Bs such as BB and BBB for successively softer leads, and HH and HHH for successively harder ones. Then the standard writing pencil is graded HB.In England, pencils continue to be made from whole sawn graphite. But with the mass production of pencils, they are getting drastically more popular in many countries with each passing decade. As den:iands rise, appetite for graphite soars. According to the United States Geological Survey (USGS), world production of natural graphite in 2012 was 1,100,000 tonnes, of which the following major exporters are: China, India, Brazil, North Korea and Canada. However, much in contrast with its intellectual application in producing pencils, graphite was also widely used in the military. During the reign of Elizabeth l, Bor- rowdale graphite was used as a refractory material to line moulds for cannonballs, resulting in rounder, smoother balls that could be fired farther, contributing to the strength of the English navy. This particular deposit of graphite was extremely pure and soft, and could easily be broken into sticks. Because of its military importance, this unique mine and its production were strictly controlled by the Crown.That the United States did not use pencils in the outer space till they spent $1000 to make a pencil to use in zero gravity conditions is in fact a fiction. It is widely known that astronauts in Russia used grease pencils, which don't have breakage problems. But it is also a fact that their countefl)arts in the United States used pencils in the outer space before real zero gravity pencil was invented. They preferred mechanical pencils, which produced fine lines, much clearer than the smudgy lines left by the grease pencils that Russians favoured. But the lead tips of these mechanical pencils broke often. That bit of graphite floating around the space capsule could get into someone's eye, or even find its way into machinery or electronics, causing an electrical short or other problems. But despite the fact that the Americans did invent zero gravity pencils later, they stuck to mechanical pencils for many years.Against the backcloth of a digitalized world, the prospect of pencils seems bleak. In reality, it does not. The application of pencils has by now become so widespread that they can be seen everywhere, such as classrooms, meeting rooms and art rooms, etc. A spectrum of users are likely to continue to use it into the future: students to do math works, artists to draw on sketch pads, waiters or waitresses to mark on order boards, make-up professionals to apply to faces, and architects to produce blue prints. The possibilities seem limitless.Questions 14-20Complete the sentences below.Choose ONE WORD ONLY from the passage for each answer.Write your answers in boxes 14-20 0n your answer sheet.Graphite was found under a 14________________ in Borrowdale, it was dirty to use because it was 15 ________________. Ancient people used graphite to sign 16________________ .People found graphite 17 ________________ in Britain.The first pencil was graphite wrapped in 18 ________________0r animal skin.Since graphite was too smooth, 19________________was added to make it harder.Russian astronauts preferred 20________________ pencils to write in the outer space.Questions 21-26Do the following statements agree with the information given in Reading Passage 2.In boxes 21-26 0n your answer sheet, writeTRUE if the statements agrees with the informationFALSE if the statements contradicts with the informationNOT GIVEN if there is no information on this21 Italy is probably the first country of the whole world to make pencils.22 Germany used various kinds of wood to make pencils.23 Graphite makes a pencil harder and sharper.24 In Britain, pencils are not produced any more.25 American astronauts did not use pencil in outer space.26 Pencils are unlikely to be used in the future.READING PASSAGE 3You should spend about 20 minutes on Questions 27-40, which are based on Reading Passage 3 below.Motivatin DrivesScientists have been researching the way to get employees motivated for many years. This research is a relational study which builds the fundamental and comprehensive model for study. This is especially true when the business goal is to turn unmotivated teams into productive ones. But their researches have limitations. It is like studying the movements of car without taking out the engine.Motivation is what drives people to succeed and plays a vital role in enhancing an organisational development. It is important to study the motivation of employees because it is related to the emotion and behaviour of employees. Recent studies show thereare four drives for motivation. They are the drive to acquire, the drive to bond, the drive to comprehend and the drive to defend. The Drive to AcquireThe drive to acquire must be met to optimise the acquire aspect as well as the achievement element. Thus the way that outstanding performance is recognised, the type of perks that is provided to polish the career path. But sometimes a written letter of appreciation generates more motivation than a thousand dollar check, which can serve as the invisible power to boost business engagement. Successful organisations and leaders not only need to focus on the optimisation of physical reward but also on moving other levers within the organization that can drive motivation.The Drive to BondThe drive to bond is also key to driving motivation. There are many kinds of bonds between people, like friendship, family. In company, employees also want to be an essential part of company. They want to belong to the company. Employees will be motivated if they find personal belonging to the company. In the meantime, the most commitment will be achieved by the employee on condition that the force of motivation within the employee affects the direction, intensity and persistence of decision and behaviour in company.The Drive to ComprehendThe drive to comprehend motivates many employees to higher performance. For years, it has been known that setting stretch goals can greatly impact performance. Organisations need to ensure that the various job roles provide employees with simulation that challenges them or allow them to grow. Employees don't want to do meaningless things or monoto-nous job. If the job didn't provide them with personal meaning and fulfillment, they will leave the company.The Drive to DefendThe drive to defend is often the hardest lever to pull. This drive manifests itself as a quest to create and promote justice, fairness, and the ability to express ourselves freely. The organisational lever for this basic human motivator is resource allocation. This drive is also met through an employee feeling connection to a company. If their companies are merged with another, they will show worries.Two studies have been done to find the relations between the four drives and motivation. The article based on two studies was finally published in Harvard Business Review. Most authors' arguments have laid emphasis on four-drive theory and actual investigations. Using the results of the surveys which executed with employees from Fortune 500 companies and other two global businesses (P company and H company), the article mentions about how independent drives influence employees' behaviour and how organisational levers boost employee motivation.The studies show that the drive to bond is most related to fulfilling commitment, while the drive to comprehend is most related to how much effort employees spend on works. The drive to acquire can be satisfied by a rewarding system which ties rewards to performance, and gives the best people opportunities for advancement. For drive to defend, a study on the merging of P company and H company shows that employees in former company show an unusual cooperating attitude.The key to successfully motivate employees is to meet all drives. Each of these drives is important if we are to understand employee motivation. These four drives, while not necessarily the only human drives, are the ones that are central to the unified understanding of modern human life.Questions 27-31Choose the correct letter. A, B, C or D.Write the correct letter in boxes 27-31 on your answer sheet.27 According to the passage, what are we told about the study of motivation?A The theory of motivating employees is starting to catch attention in organisations in recent years.B It is very important for managers to know how to motivate their subordinates because it is related to the salary ofemployees.C Researchers have tended to be too thectetical to their study.D The goal of employee motivation is to increase the profit of organisations.28 What can be inferred from the passage about the study of people's drives?A Satisfying employees' drives can positively lead to the change of behaviour.B Satisfying employees' drives will negatively affect their emotions.C Satisfying employees' drives can increase companies' productions.D Satisfying employees' drives will result in employees' outstanding performance.29 According to paragraph three, in order to optimise employees' performance,___________________ are needed.A drive to acquire and achievement elementB outstanding performance and recognitionC career fulfillment and a thousand dollar checkD financial incentive and recognition30 According to paragraph five, how does "the drive to comprehend" help employees perform better?A It can help employees better understand the development of their organisations.B It can help employees feel their task is meaningful to their companies.C It can help employees set higher goals.D It can provide employees with repetitive tasks.31 According to paragraph six, which of the following is true about "drive to defend"?A Organisational resource is the most difficult to allocate.B It is more difficult to implement than the drive to comprehend.C Employees think it is very important to voice their own opinions.D Employees think it is very important to connect with a merged corporation.Questions 32-34Choose THREE letters, A-F.Write the correct letters in boxes 32-34 0n your answer sheet.Which THREE of the following statements are true of the study of drives?A Employees will be motivated if they feel belonged to the company.B If employees get an opportunity of training and development program, their motivation will be enhanced.C If employees' working goals are complied with organisational objectives, their motivation will be reinforced.D If employees' motivation is very low, companies should find a way to increase their salary as their first priority.E If employees find their work lacking challenging, they will leave the company.F Employees will worry if their company is sold.Questions 35-40Do the following statements agree with the claims of the writer in Reading Passage 3.In boxes 35-40 0n your answer sheet, writeTRUE if the statements agrees with the informationFALSE if the statements contradicts with the informationNOT GIVEN if there is no information on this35 Increasing pay can lead to the high work motivation.36 Local companies benefit more from global companies through the study.37 Employees achieve the most commitment if their drive to comprehend is met.38 The employees in former company presented unusual attitude toward the merging of two companies.39 The two studies are done to analyse the relationship between the natural drives and the attitude of employees.40 Rewarding system cause the company to lose profit.。

雅思阅读机经词汇

雅思阅读机经词汇
雅思阅读机经词汇是指在雅思阅读考试中经常出现的词汇。

这些词汇通常是考生们需要掌握的关键词汇，因为它们在文章中经常出现，理解它们可以帮助考生更好地理解文章的意思。

以下是一些常见的雅思阅读机经词汇：
1. Analyze - 分析
2. Approach - 方法，途径
3. Argue - 争论，辩论
4. Assess - 评估，评定
5. Conclude - 结论
6. Contrast - 对比，对照
7. Define - 定义
8. Demonstrate - 证明，展示
9. Evaluate - 评估，评价
10. Evidence - 证据
11. Explain - 解释
12. Focus - 焦点，重点
13. Identify - 辨认，确认
14. Implication - 含义，影响
15. Integrate - 整合，结合
16. Interpret - 解释，理解
17. Justify - 证明合理，为...辩护
18. Observe - 观察，注意到
19. Suggest - 暗示，建议
20. Synthesize - 综合
这些词汇在雅思阅读中经常出现，掌握了它们的含义和用法，可以帮助考生更好地理解阅读材料，并且在做题时能够选出正确的答案。

建议考生在备考期间多进行阅读练习，积累和熟悉这些词汇，以提高阅读理解能力。

雅思阅读机经

雅思阅读机经（中英文版）英文文档：Title: IELTS Reading Tips and StrategiesThe IELTS reading test is a crucial component of the IELTS examination, assessing a candidate"s ability to understand and interpret written information.T o excel in this test, it is essential to adopt effective strategies and practice with authentic materials, commonly referred to as "IELTS reading machine" or "IELTS reading jishin."1.Understand the Test Format: The IELTS reading test consists of three sections, each containing a variety of question types such as multiple choice, matching headings, and information summary.Familiarize yourself with the format to manage your time efficiently.2.Develop Reading Skills: Improve your reading speed, vocabulary, and comprehension skills by regularly reading English materials such as newspapers, magazines, and academic texts.This will help you understand different styles and genres of writing.3.Practice with Mock Tests: Utilize IELTS reading machine practice tests to familiarize yourself with the test questions and time constraints.Analyze your mistakes and learn from them to improve your performance.4.Scanning and Skimming Techniques: Master scanning andskimming techniques to quickly locate relevant information within a text.These skills are crucial for answering questions within the given time frame.5.Note-taking: Practice note-taking while reading to improve your retention and summarization skills.This will help you answer questions related to information summary and table completion.6.Understand Question Types: Different question types require different approaches.For example, multiple-choice questions may require you to identify the main idea or evaluate the author"s viewpoint, while matching headings questions require you to understand the structure of the text.7.Manage Your Time: Allocate your time wisely among the three sections of the reading test.Remember to leave some time for reviewing your answers.Remember, the key to success in the IELTS reading test is consistent practice and a strategic approach.Utilize these tips and strategies, and practice with IELTS reading machine materials to improve your chances of achieving a high score.中文文档：标题：雅思阅读机经技巧与策略雅思阅读测试是雅思考试的重要组成部分，评估考生理解和解释书面信息的能力。

The power of music 音乐的力量

The power of music 音乐的力量作者：韩良朋来源：《疯狂英语·新悦读》2021年第06期弗雷迪·富勒是一位68岁的乡村和民谣音乐家。

多年以来，他笃信听觉是人临终前最后丧失的感觉。

为此，他用自己的音乐为一位位临终病人送行。

When Freddie Fuller， a 68⁃year⁃old country and folk musician， arrived to perform in the hos⁃pital room. Pam Golightly worried it was already too late. Her stepfather， Dennis Strobel，was dying.“Youre probably wasting your time，” Golightly told Fuller.But Fuller， shared with her what medical professionals had told him over the years： Hearing ma y be the last sense to go. “Let me go in and play，” he said. “Its as much for you as it is for him.”Growing up in Salado， Texas， Fuller heard music all the time from his mother. When she was dying of cancer in 1987， he put their love of song to its greatest use. He would crawl into her hospital bed with his guitar and sing her favorite songs. His mother seemed to relax， a peaceful look crossing her face.“That moment allowed her and me to connect like we used to when I was singing as a ki d，” Fuller recalls. It emphasized to him the power of music. Consciously（有意识地） or subconsciously， people allow it to go to deep parts of their hearts and souls， Fuller believes.Since 2005， he has performed dozens of musical vigils（守夜祈祷）. Sometimes theyre almost festive， with terminally（晚期地） ill people surrounded by family. Other times， theyre quieter， as Fullers experience with his mom was. And sometimes they feel a bit like a miracle.That was the case with Golightlys stepfather. When Fuller arrived at the hospital that day，Strobel seemed ready to say goodbye. Golightly watched their stepdads every breath， each holding one of his hands. Fuller played some music. After 45 minutes， Golightly asked for just one more song. Fuller chose Love， Me，a country ballad by Collin Raye. “I played the last song and he took his last breath，” Fuller says.“Golightly and I looked at one another， saying，‘Oh my God， we just experienced one of the most magical moments in our lives.’”“It was a gift for us all，” Golightly says of Fullers singing. “At a really sad time， it was beautiful.”Bliha， a young Jordanian makeup artist has shot to online fame with videos of herself imitating famous figures from across the Arab world and beyond.The 27?year⁃old artist started making the clips after losing her job as a theater makeup artist in Bahrain and returning to a coronavirus lockdown in Jordan. Based in a basement apartment in northern Amman where she lives with her mother and young brother， she has transformed herself into many celebrities like Angelina Jolie， Michael Jackson and Cristiano Ronaldo.Everyone was bored and under great pressure when the pandemic began. So she decided to bring people a bit of happiness. Months later， she has some 30，000 followers on TikTok and another 24，000 on Instagram， where comments on her videos are full of praise.She was surprised by peoples positive reactions and encouragement. But while they may be light⁃hearted， each video takes hours of preparation. She spends entire days watching videos to understand their behavior， their move?ments， and the way they talk， dress， walk or smoke. It takes her out of herself and she becomes another person. Its a really strange feeling.Blihas clips provided a distraction from Jordans tough three⁃month lockdown in 2020， which was followed by months of curfew（宵禁令） to prevent COVID⁃19 that has killed more than 4，300 people there.She says the pandemic has given some people time to discover themselves and develop new skills. And since she arrived home jobless， her videos have won her two offers of work at TV stations. Jordanian actor and screenwriter Omar Zorba has also hired her to work on a sitcom（情景喜剧） which was aired during the Islamic fasting month of Ramadan.“During the lockdown， Bliha made an amazing impression on me. She was able to totally change actors faces，meaning they can play two different roles in the same series.” “Honestly， I havent seen another makeup artist in Jordan with this level of creativity and craftsmanship，” he added.What does Omar Zorba think of Blihas clips according to the text？（one word）What power does music have in your eyes？Share your music story with your partners.。

雅思机经是什么

雅思机经是什么雅思机经是指关于雅思考试的经验总结和题目预测的一种资源。

雅思（International English Language Testing System）是世界上最受欢迎的英语语言考试之一，广泛用于申请移民、留学和就业等目的。

雅思机经是通过整理和总结以往的雅思考试题目和经验，以便考生更好地了解考试内容和提升考试成绩。

雅思机经包含了各个考试模块的题目类型、出题规律和常见考点等信息。

它由广大考生、培训机构和教师们通过记录和整理积累而成，广泛流传于雅思备考群体之间。

对于考生来说，了解和掌握雅思机经可以对备考起到一定的指导和辅助作用。

在雅思听力部分，雅思机经会提供一些历年考试中可能会出现的题目类型，如多选题、填空题、判断题等。

考生可以通过对这些题目类型的熟悉和训练，提高自己的听力技巧和应对能力。

同时，雅思机经还会总结一些常见的听力考点，如数字、地名、人名等，帮助考生更好地理解听力材料和答题要求。

在雅思阅读部分，机经会整理和预测一些可能出现的文章类型和题目类型，如科学类、社会类、人文类文章，以及匹配题、判断题、填空题等。

考生可以通过研究和解答这些题目，提高自己的阅读理解和查找定位能力。

在雅思写作部分，机经会提供一些历年来可能出现的写作题目和范文，帮助考生了解和熟悉不同类型的写作题目和写作思路。

同时，机经还会提供一些写作技巧和实用的句型词汇，帮助考生提高写作的表达能力和语言水平。

在雅思口语部分，机经会整理和预测一些可能出现的口语话题和问题，如家庭、教育、工作、环境等。

考生可以通过准备和练习这些话题，提高口语表达和思维能力。

此外，雅思机经还会提供一些口语答题技巧和实用的口语表达，帮助考生更好地应对口语考试。

需要注意的是，雅思机经只是备考过程中的一种参考资源，并不能完全预测和代替真实考试的题目。

考生在备考过程中应该综合利用各种资源，如教材、模拟试题、在线课程等，全面提高自己的英语能力。

同时，考生应该注重真实的语言运用和练习，提高自己的实际应对能力。

10月28日雅思阅读机经真题及答案解析

10月28日雅思阅读机经真题及答案解析一、考试概述：本次考试的文章两篇旧题一篇新题，第一篇是关于长寿的影响因素，第二篇是跟英国农村房屋的分布相关的，第三篇介绍了游戏对记忆的好处。

二、具体题目分析Passage 1：题目: 长寿的影响因素题型：暂无新旧程度：新题文章大意：暂无参考文章：暂无参考答案：暂无Passage 2：题目：Exploring the British Village题型：标题配对7+填空题6新旧程度：旧题文章大意：英国村庄参考答案：段落细节配对:1. iv2. v3. i4. vii5. viii6. ix7. ii填空题：8. cottage9. Domesday Book10. self sufficient11. remnants12. defense13. triangular(答案仅供参考)Passage 3：题目: Video-games’Unexpected Benefits to Human Brain(游戏的好处)题型：单选题4 +判断题4+人名配对5新旧程度：旧题文章大意：讲网游会对大脑产生哪些好处，比如会让孩子聪明，教授孩子高级思维方式，真正锻炼大脑，能让孩子思考如何更好的分配资源，如何合作等等。

参考文章：Video Games’Unexpected Benefits to Human BrainAJames Paul Gee, professor of education at the University of Wisconsin Madison, played his first video game years ago when his six-year-old son Sam was playing Pajama Sam: No Need to Hide When It’s Dark Outside. He wanted to play the game so he could support Sam’s problem solving. Though Pajama Sam is not an “educational game”, it is replete with the types of problems psychologists study when they study thinking and learning. When he saw how well the game held Sam’s attention, he wondered what sort of beast a more mature video game might be.BVideo and computer games, like many other popular, entertaining and addicting kid’s activities, are looked down upon by many parents as time wasters, and worse, parents think that these games rot the brain. Violent video games are readily blamed by the media and some experts as the reason why some youth become violent or commit extreme anti-social behavior. Recent content analyses of video games show that as many as 89% of games contain some violent content, but there is no form of aggressive content for 70% of popular games. Many scientists and psychologists, like James Paul Gee, find that video games actually have many benefits - the main one being making kids smart. Video games mayactually teach kids high-level thinking skills that they will need in the future.C“Video games change your brain,” according to University of Wisconsin psychologist Shawn Green. Video games change the brain’s physical structure the same way as do learning to read, playing the piano, or navigating using a map. Much like exercise can build muscle, the powerful combination of concentration and rewarding surges of neurotransmitters like dopamine, which strengthens neural circuits, can build the player’s brain.DVideo games give your child’s brain a real workout. In many video games, the skills required to win involve abstract and high level thinking. These skills are not even taught at school. Some of the mental skills trained by video games include: following instructions, problem solving, logic, hand-eye coordination, fine motor and spatial skills. Research also suggests that people can learn iconic, spatial, and visual attention skills from video games. There have been even studies with adults showing that experience with video games is related to better surgical skills. Jacob Benjamin, doctor from Beth Israel Medical Center NY, found a direct link between skill at video gaming and skill at keyhole or laparoscopic surgery. Also, a reason given by experts as to why fighter pilots of today are moreskillful is that this generation’s pilots are being weaned on video games.EThe players learn to manage resources that are limited, and decide the best use of resources, the same way as in real life. In strategy games, for instance, while developing a city, an unexpected surprise like an enemy might emerge. This forces the player to be flexible and quickly change tactics. Sometimes the player does this almost every second of the game giving the brain a real workout. According to researchers at the University of Rochester, led by Daphne Bavelier, a cognitive scientist, games simulating stressful events such as those found in battle or action games could be a training tool for real world situations. The study suggests that playing action video games primes the brain to make quick decisions. Video games can be used to train soldiers and surgeons, according to the study. Steven Johnson, author of Everything Bad is Good For You: How Today’s Popular Culture, says gamers must deal with immediate problems while keeping their long-term goals on their horizon. Young gamers force themselves to read to get instructions, follow storylines of games, and get information from the game texts.。

9月30日雅思阅读考试机经

年9月30日雅思阅读考试机经年9月30日雅思阅读考试机经，感兴趣的同学可以看完，详细内容包括了人文社科、开展史、农业以及商业，一起来看看吧！文章题目Gesture题材人文社科题型小标题6+段落细节配对5+选择3文章大意讲了手势研究。

开始用铃声作比喻说手势为什么大家都看得懂，后面讲到手势的个体差异，文化差异，包括各国的举例。

文章题目Paper money题材开展史题型段落信息配对题5+多项选择题2+判断题6文章大意介绍了纸币的开展史，纸币是如何从硬币开展成纸币的，以及历史上的一些制造方法和未来的趋势。

文章题目Human Rights to animal题材人文社科题型选择填空5+选择5+判断4文章大意该不该给大猩猩人权?科学家们有不同见解，但都同意猩猩应该有人权(Human Rights)。

讨论的冲突点在于：是否应该给所有动物人权，还是只给灵长类动物;平衡点在哪里，如果所有动物都有人权那么pet 和农场就不复存在了;权利该给与多少文章题目The history of Russian Ballet题材开展史题型判断6+填空7文章大意芭蕾舞发源于意大利，从17 世纪后传入俄国后一直欣欣向荣。

出了很多优秀的艺术家和作品，外国舞派也对俄国芭蕾舞开展有着影响。

后期以戏剧味开展主流，一直讲到本世纪70 年代的开展。

文章题目Aquaculture in New Zealand题材农业题型小标题7+人名理论配对3+句子填空3文章大意新西兰水产养殖，介绍了新西兰一种新型保护海底动物多样性兼顾商业运作的方式一aquaculture , 其开展遇到的问题及前景。

文章题目Expert in musician题材人文社科题型选择4+判断6+填空4文章大意天赋是遗传先天的还是靠练习，主要以音乐为例。

讨论坚持不懈对成功的作用和他们的关系。

首先探讨了毅力是否是成功的必要条件，并阐述了众多学家就此提出的各类观点。

在论证天才是不是也需要坚持不懈时，举例了莫扎特一个人坚持找工作的过程。

2014年2月15日雅思考试阅读真题机经一篇经典旧文

2014年2月15日雅思考试阅读真题机经一篇经典旧文Part II–阅读机经本次阅读（难度适中），其中一篇经典旧文章重复2008 年4 月5日旧题，本次雅思考试涉及到的题型有（Summary，T/F/NG，Multiple choices, 其中Summary和判断题比重比较大）。

建议烤鸭们平时多练习高频题型。

2014年2月15日雅思阅读机经考题回忆——来自环球雅思教研中心&环球雅思上海学校Passage One 新旧情况题材题目题型旧V20080405=V20120820=V20090620科技类珍珠的种类制作和历史5道Matching题 3道Summary题（带词库的） 3道判断题T/F/NG文章大意关于pearl 第一段先说pearl在古代是富贵和地位的象征，在古罗马是怎怎怎的，在波斯还被当成可以医治百病的药（后面有一题问哪个国家提及古代被用于药学就是波斯啦，另外有一个说哪一段提及ancient customer也就是第一段A）。

第二段说pearl分两类，natural，cultural 第三段说cultural pearl 的培养分为盐水培育和淡水培育，盐水培育质量一般比较高，淡水培育也有部分质量比较高的。

第四段imitation，也就是fake，然后说了natural pearl的很多特点。

第五段说cultural pearl与natural不同的地方。

说natural pearl的form和很多因素有关，说明natural pearl很不容易得到。

之后说cultural pearl就好产很多。

第六段这三种pearl 用没有经过训练的肉眼是分不出来的，只有在X光下才看得出来，cultural 的核（core）比natural 大，然后说pearl的价值与size 和光泽度有关，第七段说日本的珍珠是世界上最贵的珍珠之一，7mm 可以达到US150000，但是South Sea的Austria（还有其他两个地方）的珍珠更贵。

10月雅思阅读机经;完整

年10月雅思阅读机经完整版9月雅思考试已经结束，10月份已经悄然来临，为了帮助大家在10月雅思考试中取得理想成绩，给大家收集整理了年10月雅思阅读机经的详细内容供大家参考，最新最专业的雅思备考资料，尽在雅思官网！年10月雅思阅读机经内容如下：一、重点题材社会类教育类人类文化类二、次重点题材科技类历史类自然类植物类动物类三、文章题目预测：社会类第1篇——工作压力第2篇——社会分类第3篇——电视上瘾第4篇——过山车第5篇——斯里兰卡蓄水工程第6篇——Pearl 珍珠第7篇——欧洲高温第8篇——新型超市教育类第1篇——幸福心理学第2篇——拯救濒危语言第3篇——语言变化机制第5篇——从历史吸取教训第6篇——儿童和食品广告第7篇——儿童概念的开展第8篇——儿童文学读物第9篇——古代文字人类第1篇——嗅觉和记忆第2篇——左右撇子第3篇——艾费雷德·诺贝尔第4篇——说服的秘密第5篇——面部表情第6篇——笑的研究第7篇——解密记忆力第8篇——交流方式与冲突第9篇——味觉感知第10篇——挠痒和笑第11篇——减肥的各种力量文化类第1篇——钢铁艺术第2篇——涂鸦第3篇——音乐共同语言第4篇——博物馆大片第5篇——音乐心理书评第6篇——人体铸造与艺术科技类第1篇——火星探险第2篇——海岸线考古第3篇——量化研究第4篇——仿生学第6篇——仿生蜥蜴第7篇——纸张和电脑第8篇——太阳能硅电池历史类第1篇——塑料的历史第2篇——茶叶的历史第3篇——早期航海第4篇——远古计算机第5篇——中国战车第6篇——物种起源自然类第1篇——噪音污染第2篇——生态旅游第3篇——新冰川时代第4篇——加州森林大火第5篇——昆士兰小岛旅游第6篇——生物多样性第7篇——北极冰川融化第8篇——淡水资源紧缺植物类第1篇——香蕉第2篇——竹子神奇植物第3篇——郁金香动物类第1篇——考拉第2篇——动物思维第3篇——塔斯马尼亚虎第4篇——鸟的迁徙第5篇——猛犸象灭绝年10月雅思阅读机经具体内容就是这些，希望对关注雅思考试的同学们有用，更多精彩内容请继续关注我们。

音乐的力量影响英语作文

音乐的力量影响英语作文英文回答：Music has had a profound impact on English composition in various ways. Throughout history, music has served as a source of inspiration, a catalyst for creative expression, and a means of exploring and expressing deep emotions and experiences. Its influence is evident in the works of countless poets, novelists, and playwrights who have harnessed the power of music to enhance their writing.One of the most significant ways in which music has influenced English composition is through its ability to stimulate the imagination. The evocative power of music creates a sensory experience that transports readers to other worlds and allows them to experience a range of emotions. Writers can use music to create vivid imagery, establish a specific mood or atmosphere, and convey unspoken thoughts and feelings.Music also provides a unique structure and rhythm that can guide and shape the flow of writing. The regular beat and melody of a song can help writers create a sense of momentum, build tension, and create a satisfying resolution. Writers can imitate the structure of a musical compositionto organize their thoughts and ideas in a coherent and engaging way.Furthermore, music has a profound emotional impact that can be harnessed to strengthen and deepen writing. Writers can use music to evoke empathy, convey complex emotions,and create a sense of emotional resonance with their readers. By incorporating musical elements into their writing, such as rhythm, harmony, and dissonance, writers can create a multisensory experience that appeals to boththe intellect and the heart.In addition to its direct influence on the content and style of writing, music has also influenced the way that literature is read and performed. The oral tradition of poetry, for example, has a strong connection to music, with many poems being sung or recited with musical accompaniment.In the theater, music has played a vital role in enhancing the emotional impact of dramatic performances, creating a more immersive and engaging experience for audiences.中文回答：音乐以多种方式对英语作文产生了深远的影响。

音乐的力量(英语写作)

The Power of MusicIn the vast tapestry of human emotions and experiences, music weaves a thread that binds us all. It is a universal language, transcending boundaries of language, culture, and time, to touch the very core of our being. The power of music is multifaceted, encompassing the ability to heal, inspire, evoke memories, and even transform lives. Healing the SoulOne of the most profound effects of music lies in its healing power. It has been scientifically proven to reduce stress, alleviate anxiety, and promote relaxation. In hospitals, music therapy is often employed to ease the pain and discomfort of patients, creating a sense of calm and comfort amidst the chaos of illness. The gentle melodies of a harp or the soothing rhythms of a flute can penetrate the deepest recesses of the mind, offering solace and hope where words may fail.Inspiring Creativity and ImaginationMusic has the unique ability to ignite the spark of creativity within us. It stimulates the imagination, transporting us to far-off lands, ancient civilizations, or fantastical realms. Composers and artists have long drawn inspiration from music, using it as a muse to create masterpieces that have stood the test of time. Even for those who do not create art in a traditional sense, music can inspire new ideas, foster innovation, and encourage personal growth.Evoking Memories and EmotionsFew things evoke memories as vividly as music. A single melody can transport us back to a specific moment in time, triggering a flood of emotions and sensations. Whether it's the first dance at a wedding, a carefree summer day, or a heartbreaking breakup, music has the power to relive those moments in all their rawness and intensity. It is this emotional connection that makes music such a potent tool for self-expression and understanding. Uniting Communities and CulturesIn a world divided by differences, music serves as a bridge, connecting people from all walks of life. Concerts, festivals, and even simple gatherings around a campfire can bring together individuals from diverse backgrounds, united by a shared love for music. Through the shared experience of listening, dancing, and singing, barriers of prejudice and misunderstanding are broken down, fostering understanding, empathy, and unity. Transforming LivesAt its most profound, the power of music can transform lives. It has been used as a tool for social change, raising awareness about important issues and inspiring action. From protest songs that rally against injustice to anthems of hope that inspire resilience in the face of adversity, music has the power to ignite movements and change the course of history. Moreover, for individuals struggling with mental health challenges or facing difficult circumstances, music can provide a source of strength, hope, and even salvation. In conclusion, the power of music is vast and immeasurable. It heals, inspires, evokes, unites, and transforms. It is a constant in our lives, a companion through joy and sorrow, a force that reminds us of our shared humanity. As long as there are hearts beating and souls yearning, music will continue to resonate, echoing through the ages, a testament to the indomitable spirit of the human spirit.。