Today, at 28, the young German Violinist Anne-Sophie Mutter is at the top. “She gives radiance to the music, ”wrote Geoffrey Norris in The Daily Telegraph, London.

Born in Rheinfelden on June 29, 1963, Anne-Sophie grew up in Wehr, a small town just five kilometers from the Swiss border. Her father, Karl Wilhelm Mutter, and her mother, Gerlinde, considered music lessons part of a good education. It came as no surprise when Anne-Sophie said she wanted a violin for her fifth birthday.

Her parents thought she was too young for the violin, and persuaded her to start on the piano. But Anne-Sophie has always had a mind of her own. “I longed to play the violin, ”she says, “It seemed to me a much more interesting instrument. ”After six months, her parents gave in.

The famous violin teacher Erna Honigberfer, who lived nearby, became Annie-Sophie’s tutor.  After only nine months of lessons, she entered the six-year-old in a nationwide competition for young musicians. With Christoph accompanying her on the piano, Anne-Sophie won first prize.

In 1974, Erna Honigberger died. Anne-Sophie’s new teacher was Aida Stucki. She taught Anne-Sophie to develop her own ideas on how a piece should be played, not just to imitate others. This is one of the violinist’s strongest, most distinctive characteristics today.

Though the Mutters were short of money at times, they limited their daughter’s performances to one or two a year. “We are glad we went the family road, ”says her father. “No outsider can ever have an effect on our daughter’s career or push her into playing more concerts than she wants to. ”Later she was allowed to give six to eight concerts a year and make some recordings.

60. Anne-Sophie’s concerts are _________.

A. limited to one or two a year     B. accompanied at the piano by Christoph

C. highly praised throughout the world  

D. appreciated by professors in London

61. Which sentence shows Anne-Sophie’s strong point as a violinist?

A.  She wanted a violin for her fifth birthday.

B. She has always had a mind of her own.

C. She had two famous violin teachers.

D. Violin seemed to her a much more interesting instrument.

62. The virtue the Mutters have is that they believe __________.

A.  children should learn music           B. money is not everything

C. Anne-Sophie was too young to give concerts

D. parents have a great effect upon their children

63. Which of the following is right?

A.  Mutter’s family had an effect on her.

B. Anne-Sophie got her first prize with the help of Aida Stucki.

C. Anne-Sophie liked to imitate others.

D. Anne-Sophie liked all the instruments.

Sometimes educators need to be reminded that their job is important and they are very much appreciated. Here are some movies that inspire us and make educators feel proud to be in the field of education where they really do have an impact.
The Miracle Worker
The ultimate teaching miracle, Anne Bancroft is awesome as Annie Sullivan who uses ‘tough love' to get through to the deaf and blind Helen Keller played by Patty Duke. Very few people can watch the famous ‘water' scene without experiencing a feeling of victory and relief. Excellent portrayal of the importance of perseverance. Both Bancroft and Duke won an Academy Award for their performances.
The Karate Kid
While not normally thought of as a ‘classroom' movie, The Karate Kid has much to say to teachers: Sometimes we have to have our students do things that they will not understand until much later; Basic skills are most important; Honor and integrity are central to character; Students need to see us beam with excitement over their achievements. A fun, nostalgic and inspiring movie to relish.
To Sir With Love
Produced in 1967, this film with Sidney Poitier as a novice teacher has a lot to teach us today. Poitier takes a teaching position in the rough part of London in order to pay his bills. Realizing that his students need to be taught important life lessons more than the curriculum he has been handed to teach them, he throws out the lesson plans and makes a real impact on their personal lives.
Mr. Holland's Opus
This memorable movie gives all teachers hope that they truly have an impact on their students. Richard Dreyfuss is wonderful as a musician/composer who must take a teaching job to support his family. In the end, Dreyfuss' character realizes that he has had as much if not more of an impact from his teaching ashe would have as a composer.
【小题1】The four films above are specially intended for_______.

A.studentsB.teachersC.parentsD.managers
【小题2】Which film tells us that students not only need to learn knowledge in the books but also knowledge in life?
A.Mr. Holland's OpusB.The Karate Kid
C.To Sir With LoveD.The Miracle Worker
【小题3】Which of the following statements is True according to the passage?
A.The actress who plays won a prize.
B.Richard Dreyfuss finally became a composer that he dreamt to be.
C.Helen Keller is the teacher of Annie Sullivan.
D.In the film “The Karate Kid” the teachers later have students do what they understand.

第一节:完形填空    

It’s not just an American phenomenon:   1   the globe, single-parent homes are on the  2  . Numbers for one-parent families increased from England to Australia during the 1990s, mirroring demographic (人口统计学的) changes reflected in the US census.

Just as in America, those changes   3   new questions about how  4     government should be in helping single-parent families, which often are less well-off   5   than those led by a married mom and dad.

Should single parents be afforded tax breaks to help pay for child   6   ? Should employers be monitored to make   7  flexible work hours are offered?

Annie Oliver, a 32-year-old single mother from Bristol, England, thinks so. “You wouldn’t believe   8   becoming a single parent suddenly made me a second-class   9   ,” said Oliver, who struggles to   10   a full-time job and give the extra care her disabled son needs.

(   ) 1. A. on B. in     C. across       D. through

(   ) 2. A. rise      B. way  C. fall   D. decrease

(   ) 3. A. asked    B. answered  C. avoided    D. raised

(   ) 4.A. included       B. concluded C. involved   D. intended

(   ) 5. A. physically    B. financially       C. mentally   D. spiritually

(   ) 6. A. care      B. growth     C. happiness  D. concern

(   ) 7. A. clear     B. known      C. out    D. sure

(   ) 8. A. when    B. what C. how  D. why

(   ) 9. A. employee     B. citizen      C. partner     D. mother

(   ) 10. A. keep   B. look for    C. find  D. own

    

请阅读下列应用文及其相关信息,并按照要求匹配信息。请在答题卡上将对应题号的相应选项字母涂黑。(选E时,同时涂AB; 选F时,同时涂CD)

以下是几本儿童书籍的封面:

A. I Will Hold You 'til You Sleep           B. Two Finger Puppet Magnet Books

C. I SPY TREASURE HUNT            D. Disney's Little Einsteins

 

 

 

E. The Wonderful Wizard of Oz         F. Learn About Math With Bert & Ernie  

以下是儿童书籍的介绍,请匹配与之对应的书籍:

1.Based on the new hit animated show airing on the Disney Channel, this new series takes preschoolers along on the thrilling adventures of Leo, June, Quincy, and Annie, whose missions are illustrated with beautiful, full-color photos. Emmy-Award winner Susan Ring specializes in writing for children, and has written for all types of media. Her books for Disney Publishing Worldwide include boxed sets of Pixar’s Fun with Phonics, featuring Nemo and Toy Story characters and the Baby Einstein books.

2. Here is the rare book that not only expresses a parent's love for their child, but offers a hope for what that love will become. It begins with a wish at bedtime, as parents hold their children tight and hope their love will cradle them, safe and sound. It continues through the day their children have grown up, proud and strong, and can pass that love on to someone else. This is a book that goes beyond a parent's "I love you" to the generous wish that our children will make the world a better place.

3.This bestselling book features riddles that send readers searching for hidden objects in 12 photographs with treasure hunt themes. Children will love to pursue the mystery of the pirate's hidden treasure, narrowing their search with every delightfully cluttered page. Looking for an additional challenge? Try the extra-credit riddles.

4.Pooh, Piglet, and the gang from the Hundred-Acre wood are here to guide you through some amazing activities. Just slip one of the pointing puppets (木偶)onto your finger, and see if you can solve the puzzles inside. Your puppet will be drawn to the solutions, and your heart will be hooked by the colorful crew! This book includes 2 magnetic finger puppets.

5. This exciting new workbook from Sesame Workshop and Learning Horizons is designed so your child can have fun learning right along with Big Bird and the other friends from Sesame Street! In this workbook, your child will learn to recognize numbers, count and match sets of like items. Your child will even begin to add and subtract! A special “think icon” feature calls attention to activities that are challenging and more advanced. A special Explore More feature provides several easy-to-do home activities to extend learning in practical and fun ways.

 

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