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上海市格致中学2025第二学期高三5月英语三模试卷2025.5
I.Grammar and Vocabulary
Section A
Directions:After reading the passage below,fill in the blanks to make the passage coherent
and grammatically correct.For the blanks with a given word,fill in cach blank with the
proper form of the given word;for the other blanks,use one word that best fits each blank.
When Bach Meets Comedy:The Story of P.D.Q.Bach
For many years,classical music has been a target for jokes and light-hearted fun.
Musicians and comedians have often made fun of(1)seriousness and traditions.One of
the most creative and well-loved examples of this (2)(be)P.D.Q.Bach,a fictional
composer that Peter Schickele invented.According to the story,P.D.Q.is the 21st and least
talented son of the famous Johann Sebastian Bach.Schickele created this character (3)
(make)fun of classical music in a smart and funny way.
Peter Schickele first introduced P.D.Q.Bach to the public in 1965 during a concert at
Town Hall in New York City.Since then,he has spent over fifty years performing as P.D.Q.
Bach and(4)(entertain)audiences with his mix of music and comedy.Audiences enjoy
(5)Schickele does when he appears as a confused and silly music expert.
P.D.Q.Bach's music includes humorous pieces (6)titles-such as Iphigenia in
Brooklyn and The Stoned Guest-are both unusual and amusing.These works combine real
musical skill with ridiculous jokes,silly instruments,and unexpected sounds.Schickele's
shows are also known for their surprises,such as dramatic entrances.He once(7)
(swing)onto the stage on a rope!
Most people know Schickele for P.D.Q.Bach,but he is also a serious and talented
composer.His recent Bassoon Concerto,(8)(release)by Oberlin Music,shows his
ability to write beautiful and clever music.(9)his humorous work has brought laughter
to many,his serious music shows a deep understanding of composition and style.
Peter Schickele,(10)P.D.Q.Bach,has created a unique place in the world of
music making people laugh when also showing great musical talent and creativity.
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