What do you see when you look at abstract(抽象) art?Does it make sense to you?Does it look like anything?Is it supposed to?
Abstract art became popular in the early 20th century.Artists did not want to paint,draw,or sculpt things exactly(确切地) like they looked.They didn't want their art to be realistic.They were more interested in basic shapes and colours.
Picasso is probably the most famous of these artists.He painted and drew in many,many styles.Sometimes he used a lot of blue colours(his"blue period").Later,he used more red and pink colours (his"rose period").Many of his other paintings are called"cubist(立体画派)"because they are made of painted squares.
After a long time,Picasso's paintings became more and more abstract.He painted people and things using strange shapes.His work was so original; many of his fellow artists didn't understand it.
Kandinsky,another famous artist,used lines,shapes,and patterns to paint his subjects.His paintings also used strong colours to express feelings.
Other artists like the surrealists(超现实主义者),were interested in subconscious(潜意识).Painters like Breton and Magritte used many symbol in their work.The meaning or subject of their work wasn't always clear.Dali,another surrealist artist,painted pictures that look like dreams.
There are still many abstract artists around the world.That's the way many artists prefer.They want each person to look at art and find their own meaning in it.
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(1)Which would be most like abstract art?
A.A painting of a house.
B.A sculpture of a car.
C.A drawing of two people in a coffee house.
D.A red and blue painting,with no clear subject.
(2)What happened to Picasso's work after a long time?
A.It became more abstract.
B.It became less original.
C.He went from using red colours to using blue colours.
D.He only painted with coloured squares.
(3)How did Kandinsky express feelings?
A.By using colours and shapes.
B.By painting realistic people.
C.By painting with a lot of symbols.
D.By painting in red and pink colours.
(4)Who is probably the most famous abstract artist?
A.Breton.
B.Dali.
C.Picasso.
D.Magritte.
(5)Which of the following is NOT true?
A.Picasso painted in many different styles.
B.Dali's pictures look like dreams.
C.Abstract artists feel each work of art only has one meaning.
D.Magritte's art was full of symbols.
How do you get to school every day?
For most students in cities,it's(51) for them to get to school.They can walk or ride a bike to school.They can get to school by bus or even by subway.It won't(52) them too long to get to school and back home.
But for some students in faraway villages,things are quite(53) .Life for them is hard.It's difficult for them to get to school every day.Usually they will spend a few(54) on the way.In one small village,there is a big river(55) the school and the village.The students can't get to sc
hool by boat because the river(56) too quickly.They have to go on a ropeway to
(57) the big river.Though it's dangerous,they are used to it and are not afraid.In their mind,going out to study is their(58) thing.Because of this,many villagers(59)
leave their village.How they are looking forward to having a(60) !I do hope one day their dream can come true.
51.A.good |
B.easy |
C.dangerous |
52.A.take |
B.cost |
C.spend |
53.A.common |
B.important |
C.different |
54.A.minutes |
B.hours |
C.days |
55.A.beside |
B.between |
C.behind |
56.A.changes |
B.turns |
C.runs |
57.A.cross |
B.go through |
C.walk across |
58.A.hardest |
B.worst |
C.happiest |
59.A.never |
B.often |
C.sometimes |
60.A.boat |
B.bridge |
C.road. |
It's normal for the human mind to wander (走神). So many things may fill your mind and pull your thoughts in different directions. This isn't always(1) . Sometimes a wandering mind can lead to a new creation. However, wandering thoughts can also stop you(2) getting things done, keep you up at night, or hurt your health. Don't worry. Try the following practice.
Doing Exercise and Activities
Slow down and let your mind focus (专注) on your breathing. By controlling your breathing, you bring your(3) to work together with your body. Once you lose interest in what you're doing, you can take a break from it. Go for a walk, do some exercise,take a shower or even lie down and think about(4) .These activities help a lot.
Focusing on Tasks You're Doing
Do one task at a time. It won't slow you down. Instead, it keeps your mind focused and you'll be able to get more done(5) .While doing tasks, don't look around from time to time. If there's something keeping your mind wandering, allow yourself a specific (特定的) time to worry, think or plan.(6) the time is up, refocus on your next task.
Controlling Worrying Thoughts
Writing down or sharing your worries helps to get them out of your head. When here's big task,it's understandable to put it off. But by(7) it bravely and trying to solve it, you can get away from your worrying thoughts, If it doesn't work after you're tired everything, (8) that there are always things you can't change.
A. What about this one? B. Can you help me? C. It's too expensive. D. 25 yuan. E. What can I do for you? F.I will take it. G. He is interested in fishing. |
A: Good morning. (1)
B: I'm looking for some books for my father. His birthday is coming.
A: Well. What is he interested in?
B:(2) He goes fishing every week.
A: It's a good hobby. Is he good at it?
B: No, not really. He often comes back without any fish.
A: I see.(3)
B: Let me have a look. Oh, it's for beginners.
A: Yes. It's very helpful. I'm sure your father will like it.
B: Hmm…Thanks.(4) How much is it?
A:(5)
B: Here you are.
A: Thank you.
Sam and his friend Bob,both 5,entered a painting competition. Bob won! Sam felt blue and left (1) .
As soon as Sam(2) home, he told papa,"I worked hard on my picture.I made it the best I
could. I wanted to win."
"You did work hand,"said papa." (3) is a fine picture. I'll hang it in my office." Mama gave Sam a hug and said,"I hope you congratulated Bob."
Sam shook his head,"Bob was too busy getting his photo taken."Then he went to his room.He sulked(生闷气). He didn't feel like doing anything. Some time later, he got very(4) .He wondered what Bob was doing. He remembered the fun they had, painting their pictures together.
He decided to do something,(5) he took out some paper and his painting set. He painted another picture ,one(6) a ship in it.He knew Bob loved ships.
Under the ship,he printed in big red(7) :C﹣O﹣N﹣G﹣R﹣A﹣T﹣U﹣L﹣A﹣T﹣I﹣O﹣N﹣S!That was the biggest word he knew.
That afternoon, Sam walked to Bob's house and gave Bob the (8) .
"Thanks," said Bob."I love ships. What's the (9) word?"
"Congratulations,"said Sam.
"Wow! Thanks again,"said Bob. "This is much better than getting my photo taken."
And happily they went to ride bikes together.
Friendship is much better than(10) ,isn't it?
(1)A. late |
B. alone |
C. luckily |
D. loudly |
(2)A. stayed |
B. missed |
C. got |
D. left |
(3)A. Mine |
B. Yours |
C. His |
D. Hers |
(4)A. hungry |
B. afraid |
C. happy |
D. bored |
(5)A.so |
B.or |
C. but |
D. although |
(6)A. under |
B. above |
C. without |
D. with |
(7)A. letters |
B. words |
C. sentences |
D. languages |
(8)A. pen |
B. picture |
C. map |
D. bike |
(9)A. black |
B. small |
C.big |
D. white |
(10)A. losing |
B. winning |
C. riding |
D. painting |
We all want to live the life we dream of. However, at times, some negative( 消极的) ideas may stop us. Hope the following suggestions can help to ignore those(1) and go ahead.
Do What We Can Control
One thing we can control is doing what we can﹣eating healthily,exercising,reading,and getting enough sleep.Doing the right things can help(2) to achieve the most happiness.Also,it can make us move on in the(3) direction.However,we should also accept that there are many things we can't control.
Take Calculated(预料到的) Risks
Success doesn't come(4) risks.We all have to take risks in life,but try to make sure those risks are calculated.For example,you are working at a job that you hate,and you are dreaming of giving it up and(5) your own business.The thought is a start.But one day, you can't stand your job any more,so you leave it even though you haven't really had a plan. This is such a big risk that it will probably make you(6) want to take a risk again. So just start with a small risk.
Don't Be Afraid of Failure
Thomas Edison is one of the greatest inventors in history. However, he(7) many times.Did you know Edison created an electric pen?A ghost machine? Probably not.Well,that's because they were complete failures.But those failures put him one step(8) to success.Think of failures as milestones(里程碑) towards success.