2019学年度外研版选修八Module 3Period Language points阅读学案设计

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Opera is an art form that celebrates the human voice. No other art form creates excitement and moves the heart in the way that opera does，especially when performed by a great singer. Opera is an important part of the Western classical music tradition. It uses music，words，and actions to bring a dramatic story to life. Opera started in Italy at the end of the 16th century and later became popular throughout Europe. Over the years，it has responded to various musicals. In recent decades，much wider audiences have been introduced to opera through modern recording technology. Some singers have become celebrities thanks to performing on radio，on TV，and in the cinema.

However，in recent years，opera has been facing serious challenges. One current challenge to opera is economics. The shortage of money raises the broader question of how much should be paid to support opera singers and other artists. Society seems to accept the large salaries paid to business managers and the multi­million­dollar contracts given to sports athletes. But what about opera singers? Somehow，people have the idea that artists can be creative only if they suffer in poverty，but this is unrealistic. If artists，including opera singers，lack the support they