[分享]英文進補(關於吉他的)
Posted: 2006-02-09, 23:12
由於平常就有訂線上常春藤美語的教學文章(其實很多我也只是看看而已..有時才會認真記些單字)這期是關於吉他的文章..
相信很多網友對英文很頭痛,這篇文章不會很難,
不會的單字可以查一下就懂勒,加油.
When most people are asked to name their favorite flavor of ice cream, the decision often comes down to chocolate or vanilla. In the world of rock and roll, the question is as equally basic for guitar players choosing an electric instrument: Gibson Les Paul or Fender Stratocaster?
The debate over which guitar is superior has raged since the very beginnings of rock and roll. Famous guitarists who have chosen the Les Paul, or "Paul" for short, include Taiwan's legendary rock star, Wu Bai, as well as the guitarist for Linkin Park. Those who prefer the Stratocaster, or "Strat," include Sting and the late Jimi Hendrix. Even teenagers practicing alone in their bedrooms are prepared to argue in favor of the Strat or the Paul, regardless of whether they can afford to buy either instrument.
The Les Paul is the instrument of choice for guitarists who prefer a sound that's thick, heavy, or fat. The Strat, on the other hand, appeals who wto players ant a sound that's bluesy or "spacey." When the first Strat was produced in 1954, it became an instant classic. The earliest Strats now command up to US$25,000 when placed on the market. Vintage Pauls are even more collectable, occasionally fetching up to a quarter of a million dollars. Also, still in demand is Les Paul himself, the man whose design was the basis for the Paul, and who still plays in public every week at the age of 90.
——by Lucien Crowder
1. In rock and roll, people argue about _____.
which ice cream is cooler
who has the best haircut
which electric guitar is the best
why guitars are so expensive
2. What do teenagers that are into guitars and famous guitarists have in common?
They will all become fairly wealthy.
They are dedicated to becoming the best.
They will stop at nothing to get the guitar of their choice.
They enjoy debating the superiority of the guitars they like or want.
3. Which answer is closest in meaning to the fifth sentence in the last paragraph?
Vintage Pauls are no longer produced and they are hard to come by.
Vintage Pauls are desired by many and can be pricey.
Vintage Pauls are known for their sound that can be hard to put a price on.
Vintage Pauls are demanding to care for because of their high price tags.
我過幾天給答案和翻譯..
相信很多網友對英文很頭痛,這篇文章不會很難,
不會的單字可以查一下就懂勒,加油.
When most people are asked to name their favorite flavor of ice cream, the decision often comes down to chocolate or vanilla. In the world of rock and roll, the question is as equally basic for guitar players choosing an electric instrument: Gibson Les Paul or Fender Stratocaster?
The debate over which guitar is superior has raged since the very beginnings of rock and roll. Famous guitarists who have chosen the Les Paul, or "Paul" for short, include Taiwan's legendary rock star, Wu Bai, as well as the guitarist for Linkin Park. Those who prefer the Stratocaster, or "Strat," include Sting and the late Jimi Hendrix. Even teenagers practicing alone in their bedrooms are prepared to argue in favor of the Strat or the Paul, regardless of whether they can afford to buy either instrument.
The Les Paul is the instrument of choice for guitarists who prefer a sound that's thick, heavy, or fat. The Strat, on the other hand, appeals who wto players ant a sound that's bluesy or "spacey." When the first Strat was produced in 1954, it became an instant classic. The earliest Strats now command up to US$25,000 when placed on the market. Vintage Pauls are even more collectable, occasionally fetching up to a quarter of a million dollars. Also, still in demand is Les Paul himself, the man whose design was the basis for the Paul, and who still plays in public every week at the age of 90.
——by Lucien Crowder
1. In rock and roll, people argue about _____.
which ice cream is cooler
who has the best haircut
which electric guitar is the best
why guitars are so expensive
2. What do teenagers that are into guitars and famous guitarists have in common?
They will all become fairly wealthy.
They are dedicated to becoming the best.
They will stop at nothing to get the guitar of their choice.
They enjoy debating the superiority of the guitars they like or want.
3. Which answer is closest in meaning to the fifth sentence in the last paragraph?
Vintage Pauls are no longer produced and they are hard to come by.
Vintage Pauls are desired by many and can be pricey.
Vintage Pauls are known for their sound that can be hard to put a price on.
Vintage Pauls are demanding to care for because of their high price tags.
我過幾天給答案和翻譯..
