阅读下列短文，从每题所给的四个选项（A、B、C和D）中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
Jay Chou（周杰伦）is a well-known name both in Taiwan and mainland. He is now one of Asia’s hottest pop stars. His catchy tunes have main-streamed（主流）rap and R&B in the Mando-pop world. In the past his teacher thought he was dumb（木讷）. Talent spotters（观察者）thought he was ugly. But his success proves that the music still matters more than looks and image. His musical talent（才能）is recognized by fans, fellow-singers and producers. Now, a singing contest was held in Taiwan
Chou appeared at the contest with band “Nan Quan Mama”, which was discovered by Chou.  Their first album the Summer of Nan Quan Mama, composed and produced by Chou was a great success.
Chou started his career at a singing contest, attracting the attention of record producers.  But the successful singer does not believe in luck. He says it’s his passion for music and hard work that are keys to his success. He said, “I didn’t know how to sing at the beginning, so I lost the first time. But I was so determined that I never stopped trying. My advice to these young singers is never to give up, and always believe in yourself. ”
Chou’s confidence has strengthened his music. He is a great source of inspiration to youngsters who share his determination to become a superstar.
【小题1】 The best title for this passage can be ____________.

A．From an ugly dumb to a superstar

B．Jay Chou’s way to success

C．Jay Chou and his band

D．Jay Chou’s life

【小题2】 The underlined part “matters more” most probably means ____________.

A．better	B．more different
C．more difficult	D．more important

【小题3】 Which of the following is NOT true about Jay Chou?

A．Jay Chou is confident towards music.

B．He is a determined man.

C．He succeeded the first time he appeared on the stage.

D．Though not good-looking, he has a gift for music.

【小题4】____________ make Jay Chou a success according to the passage.

A．His luck and talent for music

B．His talent for music and look

C．His looks and luck

D．His passion for music and hard work

【小题5】 Jay Chou’s musical talent is recognized by the following except ____________.

A．his teachers	B．fellow-singers
C．producers	D．fans

IV．词汇运用（每空限填一词，每词0.5分，满分20分）

Part A 单词拼写

1. On New Year’s Eve, many people g_____ under the town clock to welcome the coming year.

2. Many a________ (奖品) will be given to the winners in the following music ceremony.

3. You can’t leave without the teacher’s p___________（允许）.

4. Try to achieve a better ________ (平衡) between work and play.

5. After Mary bought a new house, she was deeply in d______.

6. Do you think the new credit cards will be of great b________ (好处) to our customers.

7. The policeman was the first person on the s_______ (出事地点).

8. He is not stupid; on the c__________, he is very intelligent.

9. Even though he is in r_______, he keeps his dignity.

10. Too much sugar can be h__________(有害的) to children’s teeth.

11. Mary was in low spirit. His boyfriend took her to the concert to c________ her up.

12. Few people can e_________ without water for more than a week.

13. Chinese people have the fine__________ (传统) of respecting teachers.

14. The lake is __________ (环绕) by trees.

15. The girl referred to just now has a g________ for playing the violin.

 

阅读下列短文，从每题所给的四个选项（A、B、C和D）中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。

 

A

Jay Chou（周杰伦）is a well-known name both in Taiwan and mainland. He is now one of Asia’s hottest pop stars. His catchy tunes have main-streamed（主流）rap and R&B in the Mando-pop world. In the past his teacher thought he was dumb（木讷）. Talent spotters（观察者）thought he was ugly. But his success proves that the music still matters more than looks and image. His musical talent（才能）is recognized by fans, fellow-singers and producers. Now, a singing contest was held in Taiwan

Chou appeared at the contest with band “Nan Quan Mama”, which was discovered by Chou.  Their first album the Summer of Nan Quan Mama, composed and produced by Chou was a great success.

Chou started his career at a singing contest, attracting the attention of record producers.  But the successful singer does not believe in luck. He says it’s his passion for music and hard work that are keys to his success. He said, “I didn’t know how to sing at the beginning, so I lost the first time. But I was so determined that I never stopped trying. My advice to these young singers is never to give up, and always believe in yourself. ”

Chou’s confidence has strengthened his music. He is a great source of inspiration to youngsters who share his determination to become a superstar.

1. The best title for this passage can be ____________.

A. From an ugly dumb to a superstar

B. Jay Chou’s way to success

C. Jay Chou and his band         

D. Jay Chou’s life

2. The underlined part “matters more” most probably means ____________.

A. better                            B. more different

C. more difficult                    D. more important

3. Which of the following is NOT true about Jay Chou?

A. Jay Chou is confident towards music.

B. He is a determined man.

C. He succeeded the first time he appeared on the stage.

D. Though not good-looking, he has a gift for music.

4. ____________ make Jay Chou a success according to the passage.

A. His luck and talent for music

B. His talent for music and look

C. His looks and luck

D. His passion for music and hard work

5. Jay Chou’s musical talent is recognized by the following except ____________.

A. his teachers                  B. fellow-singers

C. producers                 D. fans

 

 

阅读下列短文，从每题所给的四个选项（A、B、C和D）中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。

A

Jay Chou（周杰伦）is a well-known name both in Taiwan and mainland. He is now one of Asia’s hottest pop stars. His catchy tunes have main-streamed（主流）rap and R&B in the Mando-pop world. In the past his teacher thought he was dumb（木讷）. Talent spotters（观察者）thought he was ugly. But his success proves that the music still matters more than looks and image. His musical talent（才能）is recognized by fans, fellow-singers and producers. Now, a singing contest was held in Taiwan

Chou appeared at the contest with band “Nan Quan Mama”, which was discovered by Chou.  Their first album the Summer of Nan Quan Mama, composed and produced by Chou was a great success.

Chou started his career at a singing contest, attracting the attention of record producers.  But the successful singer does not believe in luck. He says it’s his passion for music and hard work that are keys to his success. He said, “I didn’t know how to sing at the beginning, so I lost the first time. But I was so determined that I never stopped trying. My advice to these young singers is never to give up, and always believe in yourself. ”

Chou’s confidence has strengthened his music. He is a great source of inspiration to youngsters who share his determination to become a superstar.

The best title for this passage can be ____________.

A. From an ugly dumb to a superstar

B. Jay Chou’s way to success

C. Jay Chou and his band         

D. Jay Chou’s life

The underlined part “matters more” most probably means ____________.

A. better                           B. more different

C. more difficult                   D. more important

Which of the following is NOT true about Jay Chou?

A. Jay Chou is confident towards music.

B. He is a determined man.

C. He succeeded the first time he appeared on the stage.

D. Though not good-looking, he has a gift for music.

____________ make Jay Chou a success according to the passage.

A. His luck and talent for music

B. His talent for music and look

C. His looks and luck

D. His passion for music and hard work

Jay Chou’s musical talent is recognized by the following except ____________.

A. his teachers                 B. fellow-singers

C. producers                    D. fans

IV．词汇运用（每空限填一词，每词0.5分， 满分20分）

Part A 单词拼写

1. On New Year’s Eve, many people g_____ under the town clock to welcome the coming year.

2. Many a________ (奖品) will be given to the winners in the following music ceremony.

3. You can’t leave without the teacher’s p___________（允许）.

4. Try to achieve a better ________ (平衡) between work and play.

5. After Mary bought a new house, she was deeply in d______.

6. Do you think the new credit cards will be of great b________ (好处) to our customers.

7. The policeman was the first person on the s_______ (出事地点).

8. He is not stupid; on the c__________, he is very intelligent.

9. Even though he is in r_______, he keeps his dignity.

10. Too much sugar can be h__________(有害的) to children’s teeth.

11. Mary was in low spirit. His boyfriend took her to the concert to c________ her up.

12. Few people can e_________ without water for more than a week.

13. Chinese people have the fine__________ (传统) of respecting teachers.

14. The lake is __________ (环绕) by trees.

15. The girl referred to just now has a g________ for playing the violin.