一、阅读理解
The song "Happy Birthday to You" is an example of just how interesting the world is. Think about this song—it is only 6 notes. Yet it is one of the best-known songs in the world. It was written in 1893 by Mildred and Patty Hill and first published with the words, "Good morning to you".
The words "Happy Birthday to You" were first seen in print in 1924, although the author is unknown. The Clayton F. Summy Company became the song's publisher in 1935. Through a series of purchases and acquisitions (收购), the song now belongs to AOL Time Warner. ASCAP represents the song for public performance licensing.
The copyright to "Happy Birthday to You" should have expired (过期) in 1991, but the Copyright Act of 1976 extended (延长) it, and the Copyright Term Extension Act of 1998 extended it again, so the song is protected until 2030 at least.
"Happy Birthday to You" brings in about 2 million per year. If you ever hear the song in a movie, TV show or an ad, a licensing fee has been paid. Any manufacturer that plays the song pays a licensing fee. The manufacturer of any musical card playing the song pays a licensing fee. This 6-note song is a big business!
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A. Mildred and Patty Hill B. the Clayton F. Summy Company C. AOL Time Warner D. nobody
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A. 1935 B. 1991 C. 1998 D. 2030
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A. bring some money B. make a toy C. pay a licensing fee D. have a big business
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A. How music licensing works B. The tale of "Happy Birthday to You" C. Licensing "Happy Birthday to You" D. To know more about AOL Time Warner
The song "Happy Birthday to You" is an example of just how interesting the world is. Think about this song—it is only 6 notes. Yet it is one of the best-known songs in the world. It was written in 1893 by Mildred and Patty Hill and first published with the words, "Good morning to you".
The words "Happy Birthday to You" were first seen in print in 1924, although the author is unknown. The Clayton F. Summy Company became the song's publisher in 1935. Through a series of purchases and acquisitions (收购), the song now belongs to AOL Time Warner. ASCAP represents the song for public performance licensing.
The copyright to "Happy Birthday to You" should have expired (过期) in 1991, but the Copyright Act of 1976 extended (延长) it, and the Copyright Term Extension Act of 1998 extended it again, so the song is protected until 2030 at least.
"Happy Birthday to You" brings in about 2 million per year. If you ever hear the song in a movie, TV show or an ad, a licensing fee has been paid. Any manufacturer that plays the song pays a licensing fee. The manufacturer of any musical card playing the song pays a licensing fee. This 6-note song is a big business!
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C
) 1. The song "Happy Birthday to You" now belongs to ______.A. Mildred and Patty Hill B. the Clayton F. Summy Company C. AOL Time Warner D. nobody
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D
) 2. The copyright to "Happy Birthday to You" has been extended until ______ at least.A. 1935 B. 1991 C. 1998 D. 2030
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C
) 3. If you play the song in your movie, you should ______.A. bring some money B. make a toy C. pay a licensing fee D. have a big business
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B
) 4. Which of the following can be the best title for this passage?A. How music licensing works B. The tale of "Happy Birthday to You" C. Licensing "Happy Birthday to You" D. To know more about AOL Time Warner
答案：1. C
2. D
3. C
4. B
2. D
3. C
4. B
二、阅读短文,从方框中选出能填入文中空白处的最佳选项,选项中有两项为多余选项
Have you ever tried writing a poem? Maybe you think it is impossible especially if you do not think you are naturally creative. (1)
◆Pick a theme (主题) that interests you.
Find the theme that you are interested in. (2)
◆Choose a form for your poem.
Get your creative minds working by picking a poetic form. You may choose a poetic form that you find easy.
◆Use your imaginations.
You should always try to describe something using the five senses. (3)
◆(4)
You could use "the heart of stone", "as white as snow" and so on. With these expressions, your poem will be different. They can make your poem a piece of wonderful work to your readers.
◆Read the poem out loud.
Once you have completed a poem, you should read it aloud to yourself. (5)
A. Make use of special expressions.
B. Start your poem with a clear idea.
C. Include more expressions about animals.
D. Notice how the words sound on the page.
E. They are smell, taste, touch, sight and sound.
F. You will be proud to share it with your friends.
G. But if you follow the steps below, you can also write a poem.
Have you ever tried writing a poem? Maybe you think it is impossible especially if you do not think you are naturally creative. (1)
G
◆Pick a theme (主题) that interests you.
Find the theme that you are interested in. (2)
B
Love and friendship are always the themes for a poem.◆Choose a form for your poem.
Get your creative minds working by picking a poetic form. You may choose a poetic form that you find easy.
◆Use your imaginations.
You should always try to describe something using the five senses. (3)
E
Using imaginations will lead your readers into the world of your poem and make images (意象) come alive for them.◆(4)
A
You could use "the heart of stone", "as white as snow" and so on. With these expressions, your poem will be different. They can make your poem a piece of wonderful work to your readers.
◆Read the poem out loud.
Once you have completed a poem, you should read it aloud to yourself. (5)
D
Pay attention to how each line of your poem moves into the next smoothly. Keep a pen close by so you can mark any lines or words that sound difficult and strange.A. Make use of special expressions.
B. Start your poem with a clear idea.
C. Include more expressions about animals.
D. Notice how the words sound on the page.
E. They are smell, taste, touch, sight and sound.
F. You will be proud to share it with your friends.
G. But if you follow the steps below, you can also write a poem.
答案：(1) G
(2) B
(3) E
(4) A
(5) D
(2) B
(3) E
(4) A
(5) D