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新目标(Go for it)版初中英语九年级Unit 7 自主检测(含听力音频)
Many people would like to learn how to play a musical instrument,but they are put off by one big problem: What to play? Here are a few questions to help you decide.
Many instruments are of different uses, but some are more fit for certain types of music. Some instruments may lead themselves better than others to the music you like, so consider this before you start.
Do you want to play with other people?
Think about your long-term future as a musician. If you want to play with other people, what sort of instrument would be the most practical? Your first thought of playing the violin, for example, might disappear when too many people are competing with you!
Many people live in flats and practicing the drums, for example,will drive your neighbors crazy. Think about where and when you are going to practice, as well as the feelings of the people you live with or near.
This is quite a big factor. Many instruments can be bought at different prices. But this doesn't change the fact that many, such as the piano, are always pretty expensive.
If you can't afford your chosen instrument, will you be able to borrow anyone else's or hire one?
Talk to friends who play instruments. They might even let you try theirs. It's also a good idea to find an experienced music teacher, preferably one who plays a few different instruments, who can give you some advice and push you in the right direction.
A. Still not sure? B. Where are you going to practice? C. How much money can you spend? D. What kind of music do you like? |
Have you ever taken photos by using mobile phones with selfie sticks (自拍杆)?{#blank#}1{#/blank#}
However, a pair of US artists from New Mexico, Arie Snee and Justin Crowe believe they have invented a better one and they call it "selfie arm". {#blank#}2{#/blank#} It makes those people in the pictures seem to be holding hands with a love one.
The pair say it offers a far better experience than using a straight stick. The selfie arm makes people feel they are not alone when they take photos. {#blank#}3{#/blank#} They think their invention solves the main problem that the selfie stick has – people look alone while they are taking pictures of themselves with great interests. The product, at present, just an art project and a model, conveniently provides you a welcoming arm. {#blank#}4{#/blank#} The pair say they are fascinated by these new ideas.
The "selfie are" is made of fiberglass. {#blank#}5{#/blank#}
The project that they work on shows the growing selfie stick phenomenon (现象) directly and increasing need for narcissism (自恋) and Internet agreement.
A. It is lightweight and easy-taking. B. It seems that they are together with their friends. C. For better or worse, they have taken the world by storm. D. This new invention is a small, useful and cleverly-designed tool. E. And better yet in the future, it'll talk in a friendly way and never get angry or upset. |
A. The Fact. B. Don't Wait! C. Start Today! D. The Dream. E. How Could You Do It? |
{#blank#}1{#/blank#}It is everyone's dream to work at home. You can plan your own hours and work when you want to. There is no more rush hour and no hours that people waste when they get to and from a job every day.
{#blank#}2{#/blank#}You can stay at home, work when you want to and make money when you need to. There are many chances(机会) for you to make money at home, just by using your computer and the Internet. The fact is that this dream can come true.
{#blank#}3{#/blank#}Educate yourself, look closely into all the chances and decide on what works best for you, It will not happen during one night, but you can make a decision(决定) today and start to make it happen today.
{#blank#}4{#/blank#}Do you have a blog or a personal website like millions of other people? Are you using it to make money? Most of these blog and website owners are not. But you can do that! When you have your computer and the Internet working for you, you will make money while you sleep, travel or do whatever you want to do all day long.
{#blank#}5{#/blank#}There are many ways you can make money with your computer. And you can begin your stay-at- home businesses with just a little money. What are you waiting for?
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