Question

【题目】While some lucky people are born with the gift of artistic power, others have to study to become fluent in the language of art. 【1】 If the artistic path is calling you, begin the journey with tiny steps and follow it. Here are some ways to show you how to become a true artist.

Try a generous choice of differing forms of art. If you have never spent much time creating art, it may feel challenging to try to become an artist. 【2】 They just need to express their creative ideas in a great way. If there is a specific type of art you would like to learn more about, go for it, but don't be afraid to branch out and try other forms as well. Some of the most basic forms of art include drawing, painting, sculpting, and photographing.

Do your research and learn the basics. 【3】 Learn as much as you can about the medium-read books and articles, watch educational videos, and research various methods and other artists. One of the best ways to learn is by studying the work of others who have come before you. If you put effort, it is completely possible to teach yourself how to be a great artist. Need help? 【4】 I’ll work for sure.

【5】 Many artists devote their lives to creating art. While you do not have to spend every single second of your day working on a painting, do try to dedicate some time each day (or every other day) to working on your project, whatever it might be.

A. Make creating art your favorite.

B. Make time for your art every day.

C. The truth is that all people are artists.

D. Pick up some books on your chosen form(s).

E. You can always further your research with an art class.

F. A key part of being an artist is observing the world around you.

G. Whichever path you are on, be clear that everyone is an artist.

Answer 1

【答案】

【1】G

【2】C

【3】D

【4】E

【5】B

【解析】本文介绍一些方法来告诉你如何成为一个真正的艺术家。

【1】G

根据上句：尽管有些幸运的人与生俱来有天赋的艺术力量,但是其他人在语言艺术上必须学习变得流利。可知，无论你在哪个路径,要明白每个人都是艺术家。故选G。

【2】C

根据上句：如果你从未花了很多时间创造艺术, 努力成为一个艺术家可能会觉得具有挑战性。再根据下句：他们只是需要一个伟大的方式来表达他们的创意。可知，事实是所有人都是艺术家。故选C。

【3】D

根据下句：尽可能了解medium-read书籍和文章, 观看教育视频,研究各种方法和其他艺术家。可知，在你的选择形式上选择一些书。故选D。

【4】E

根据上文：如果你投入精力,它完全可以自学如何成为一个伟大的艺术家。需要帮助吗？再根据下句：确信它起作用。可知，你总是可以进一步研究艺术课。故选E。

【5】B

根据下句：许多艺术家把自己的生活投入到创造艺术。可知每天为你的艺术腾出时间。故选B。

七选五阅读题，有部分题出现在每一段的开始位置，若问题在段首，通常是段落主题句。认真阅读该段落，根据段落一致性原则，查找相关词或者同义词，从而推测出主题句，找到答案。本题第5小题，是段落首句。根据下句：许多艺术家把自己的生活投入到创造艺术。可知每天为你的艺术腾出时间。故选B。