2023 年第51中学 11 月期中考英语试题 时间：100 分钟 满分：150 分折合为 100 分 请将答案写在答题卡上 第一部分听力（略） 第二部分阅读(共两节, 满分 50 分) 第一节(共 15 小题; 每小题 2.5 分, 满分 37.5 分) 阅读下列短文，从每题所给的 A、B、C、D 四个选项中选出最佳选项。 A 1840’s Original KAZOO What is a kazoo Kazoo is a very special wind instrument which hums through the human voice and enhances the sound, similar to the saxophone. Playing Kazoo doesn’t need to learn music theory, recite music scores, or even practice. Kazoo may sound like a saxophone and trumpet. It is often played when a guest is welcomed. Kazoo History The Kazoo roots date back to Africa where they were originally used for sacred ceremonies, although the exact purpose is still a mystery to all. Later, the Kazoo was used to drive away enemies, not as a musical instrument. How to play Kazoo has a simple structure. The flute is big at one end and small at the other. When playing, you should hold the big head in your mouth without blowing, but hum a tune with your throat. The vibration of the vocal cord drives the vibration of the sound film on the flute to make a sound. For beginners, “doo-doo” is a perfect attempt. Remember DON’T BLOW-HUM. Maintenance It is recommended to keep your Kazoo clean and dry. Excessive saliva does not do the tin much good. Also food intake must be considered. Beer, garlic, chilli have a strange effect on the sound, but don’t be anxious. Some people even prefer these effects. From time to time the membrane may need replacing through excessive wear or dampness. When removing the old one, you shouldn’t use any mechanical tools or it would harm its further use. As for substitution, it is a piece of cake as you just need to cut a piece of waxed paper the size of the hole and screw back the cap. 1. What can we infer about the Kazoo A. It shares a similar working principle with trumpet. B. Professional training for the Kazoo is not necessarily required. C. The Africans introduced it to the musical field. D. Replacing the membrane frequently can improve its life. 2. Which of the following is suggested for Kazoo players according to the passage 1 A. Blow a tune with your throat. B. Have garlic before your performance. C. Store it in a basement. D. Avoid using scissors to remove the old membrane. 3. What is the main purpose of the passage A. To introduce a unique instrument. B. To persuade us to buy our own Kazoo. C. To explain the Kazoo’s cultural value. D. To stress the importance of using Kazoo properly. B Alicia Quarles has her hands full these days — both of them, at all hours of the day and night. “Having a baby unexpectedly at 41 is one thing; having twins is a whole other beast, ” says the global entertainment editor. Actually, until her pregnancy Quarles had been living at breakneck speed. It went so until last year. “I was exhausted,” she says. “I’d been working three jobs, doing my charity and going nonstop. I was afraid my mental health was get ... ...
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