Question

No one doubts that students should study languages, maths and science in high school, but some may be against the idea that they should study art and music as well. To them, these subjects are useless for students' future and are not worth the time and effort. In my opinion, however, it is necessary for middle school students to study art and music.

　　Art and music are a valuable culture legacy（遗产）, which bring us pleasure and enjoyment. Have you ever been deeply moved by Beethoven's famous Fifth Symphony? Have you ever been shocked by the colorful starry night produced by Vincent van Gogh in his paint? Have you ever longed for the moving love between the Butterfly Lovers when you hear this well-known Chinese melody（曲调）? Art and music are not only images and sounds, but something beyond them. They are the products of passion and human wisdom.

　　Art and music help make students more creative. Artists and musicians are considered the most creative people in the world. It is because art and music sharpen their senses and provide a different perspective (视角)for them to see the world. Many great scientists benefited from art and music. Einstein, the greatest physicist in the 20th century, as well as an excellent violin player, is a good example.

　　Enjoying art and music is also a good way to relax ourselves. Middle school students, who typically carry heavy burdens of study, will definitely benefit from it.

　　In a word, art and music should absolutely be included in the middle school courses, for they can bring students pleasure,creativity and relaxation.

1.According to the author, people who think art and music are useless for middle school students_____.

A. don't realize the value of art and music

B. don't know the history of art and music at all

C. never benefit from artists and musicians

D. know little about the future education

2.In paragraph 2, the author tries to argue that______.

A. Beethoven is one of the greatest musicians

B. art and music help express people's feelings

C. art and music are valuable pictures and sounds

D. art and music bring people joy and relaxation

3.The example of Einstein is used to_______.

A. show the importance of creativity

B. prove that scientists are creative

C. encourage students to study art and music

D. provide students with a new way to see the world

4.Which of the following is used to support the writer's opinion?

A. Art and music are helpful to make students creative learners.

B.Art and music provide people with more opportunities.

C.Art and music help people become scientists.

D.Art and music must help students in other subjects.

5.Which of the following is an effective way for middle school students to study ?

A. Relaxing themselves regularly while studying.

B. Attending concerts during holidays or after school.

C. Avoiding too much homework by studying art and music.

D. Listening to music while studying language, maths or other subjects.

 

Answer 1

1.A

2.D

3.C

4.A

5.A

【解析】

试题分析：许多人认为在中学孩子们学习语言，数学和科学是正常的，但是却并不认同必须要学习美术和音乐。但是我不这么认为，美术和音乐作为人类的伟大遗产，应该得到传承。

1.To them, these subjects are useless for students' future and are not worth the time and effort.”可知，反对的人没有看到美术和音乐的价值，认为这样是浪费时间和精力。故选A。

2.细节理解题。由“Art and music are a valuable culture legacy（遗产）, which bring us pleasure and enjoyment.”可知第二段是在讨论美术和音乐带给人的快乐和轻松。故选D。

3.细节理解题。由“Einstein, the greatest physicist in the 20th century, as well as an excellent violin player, is a good example.”可知爱因斯坦这个伟大的物理学家也很擅长小提琴。因此这是为了鼓励人们学习艺术。故选C。

4.细节理解题。由“Art and music help make students more creative.”可知艺术可以帮助人们更有创造力。故选A。

5.5】细节理解题。由“　In a word, art and music should absolutely be included in the middle school courses, for they can bring students pleasure,creativity and relaxation.”可知作为中学生在学习艺术的时候应该坚持快乐、创造和轻松的原则。故选A。

考点：社科类阅读。