It's not often you get information about a destination from a heavy metal band, but in Debrecen, Hungary's second largest city, locals are used to having to make a noise to get heard.
Just off the historic center, Roncs bar is a pub that also hosts live music. It has the atmosphere of a student party in an old building that might soon be knocked down.
Roncs is owned by Hungary's best-known heavy metal rock band, Tankcsapda. Sometimes referred to as the “Hungarian Metallica", the band has taken a type of music that is famous worldwide and-through lyrics, album covers, and an annual New Year's party and concert-made it all about their home city.
It's perhaps fitting that Tankcsapda should be seen as ambassadors for Debrecen-the city sometimes needs loud heavy metal rock music to get noticed. “Foreigners think that Hungary is Budapest and there's nothing else," is a familiar saying on Debrecen's[来源:streets.
Debrecen has, at times, been more important than the current seat of power, with locals claiming it takes over in times of trouble.
That doesn't quite add up.
Debrecen survived an attack from the Mongols in the 13th century, the Black Death, 150 years of struggle against the Ottomans and numerous conflicts, and yet it[来源:has still only briefly been the country's capital twice. This happened for the first time after a short-lived revolution in 1849, and for a second time at the end of World War II.
Today, Debrecen may not be well known to tourists, but that only adds to the charm of this relaxed city. It's a small place; the historical center is sized for strolling (散步) and regular cafe stops. There's also a view of Debrecen's mix of architectural styles, a result of the frequent large fires that back in the 19th century led the city's
students to form one of Europe's first-ever fire brigades (消防队).
You can also see traditional weathercocks from the rooftops, featuring Islamic star and crescent moon symbols that once advertised to Ottoman invaders that the city preferred trading to fighting.
Trade meant that Debrecen's skilled people became very successful and the city became famous for-among other things-fine foods, hats and clay pipes. In the early 19th century, 10 million clay pipes were reportedly made a year, with thousands bought for Britain's navy.
1.What do Debrecen citizens expect Tankcsapda to do?
A. Introduce heavy metal music to Hungary.
B. Hold parties featuring live heavy metal music shows.
C. Try to make Debrecen known with its music.
D. Create a unique type of heavy metal music.
2.Why are locals used to having to make a noise to get heard?
A. Because they feel their city is too quiet and relaxed.
B. Because they dislike it that the world only knows Budapest in Hungary.
C. Because they think it helps create a powerful image of their city.
D. Because all kinds of music bars bring their city alive.
3. What does the underlined word refer to?
A. Styles. B. Conditions.
C. Atmosphere. D. Climate.
4.What is the key message the author wants to deliver in this passage?
A. Debrecen actually is more important than Budapest.
B. Debrecen is a place which is worth visiting.
C. Debrecen citizens love music and create their unique culture.
D. Debrecen citizens are proud of their culture and history.
Climbing the corporate ladder (晋升) during my 32 years at Southern Bell (now AT&T) never appealed much to me. But climbing telephone poles? Now that's a whole different story.
In 1978, I became the first female lineman in Columbus, Georgia. I really enjoyed the work, and most of the men accepted me because I worked hard at it. I think that at first, they didn't think I could do it. But I got right in there and proved myself.
I was a lineman for about three years. Then l went on to work at other outdoor jobs at the company before l retired in 1997.
I decided to become a lineman because I wanted to work outdoors. I was a tomboy (假小子) as a child and even built my own tree house, so you could say I had a little experience. My husband, William, encouraged me to give the job a try. After work, I liked to drive around town and show him the wires I'd spliced (加固) that day.
People were surprised to see a female lineman. They'd say, “Look, that's a woman up that pole." One day I heard a man say, “Oh, look, there's a telephone man-woman!" Safety belts and hooks minimized the risk of falling, but concentration was essential. Sometimes I felt a little nervous, but the guys told me I was less likely to fall if I wasn't too confident. It helped that I was strong, because the cables and equipment are heavy. I'm not sure every woman could've done what I did. 1 took a lot of pride in it.
1.When the author first became a lineman, .
A. she was sure to be promoted
B. she loved it and went all out for it
C. she tried her best to convince her husband
D. she received immediate recognition from colleagues
2.What is needed to be a lineman according to the author?
A. Concentration and strength.
B. Confidence and patience.
C. Bravery and devotion.
D. Efficiency and talent.
3.Which of the following best describe the author's husband?
A. Outgoing and considerate.
B. Proud and demanding.
C. Adventurous and humorous.
D. Open-minded and supportive.
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I’m sorry to hear that you failed in the last exam._____________________________
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Recently we had a class meeting on the topic of My Chinese Dream. Some mentioned the inspired Chinese Dream was put forward by President Xi .And others talked enthusiastically about his understanding of the Chinese Dream. We all believe that this dream will come true in the future. I also talked about my own dream. I had always wanted to be a doctor. Not only can doctors save people’s life but also they are doing a respectable job. Doctors can also help people to live a better life without their professional knowledge. To realize my dream, I can try to work hard from now on. I must learn as much as I can get into a good medical college, where I can prepare myself adequate for the job of a doctor.
I believe hard work is that it takes to accomplish my goal.
Saying goodbye to a sport you love is hard. But Kobe Bryant took an even harder, _____1.______(pain) route: His goodbye lasted for nearly three years.
For many, Bryant is a legend. He started out as a basketball prodigy(神童) ____2.___skipped college and took his talents directly to NBA. It was his quick action and aggressive personality _____3.___earned him the nickname Black Mamba. __4.____ competing in the finals or practicing jump shots after midnight in an empty gym, Kobe has an unconditional love for the game. Fans remember him_5.____ the player who helped the Lakers win five NBA championships in his two-decade long career.
Bryant’s final game ______6._____(hold) on April 13 at the Staples Center in his home city of Los Angeles. For Bryant, the occasion was bittersweet. In __7.______ interview with ESPN, Bryant explained _8.___ much these last few games meant to him. “There’s _9.____I love more than being able to play this entire season,” Bryant said, “to go through these tough times, and to play in these buildings one last time.”
Kobe's millions of fans around the world congratulate him on an outstanding NBA career and thank him for so many 10.___(thrill) memories.
