major reason for staying in school.

　　In my chat with Kristi, I was disappointed to learn about a worrying trend that music programs are being neglected in schools around the world. Kristi said, "In recent years, I've witnessed many schools completely abolishing their music education programs. This is a big mistake! Schools are losing not only an enriching subject, but a subject that can enrich students' lives and education."

　　This needs to change quickly. Music is a gift; it brings people together and clearly places our youth on the right path, giving us the tools to cope with many of life's challenges. It makes absolutely no sense that some schools are taking it out of their curriculum.

　　语篇解读：音乐对学生的积极作用远超过我们的预想。然而，一些学校却对此不重视，甚至有取消的趋势，这让作者大为失望。

　　5．By quoting from Victor Hugo, the author means ________.

　　A．music is more necessary than words

　　B．the power of music is hard to describe

　　C．music conveys some emotion words can't

　　D．a song leaves listeners completely sensitive

　　解析：选C　推理判断题。根据第一段中的"Music expresses what cannot be put into words."可推断出，音乐可以表达一些用语言无法表达的内容，故选C。

　　6．According to Kristi White, music ________.

　　A．enables kids to be smarter

　　B．builds up students' confidence

　　C．should be a major subject in school

　　D．contributes to some positive outcomes

　　解析：选D　细节理解题。根据第三段中的"Many studies show that involvement in music leads to positive personal, social and motivational outcomes"可知选D。

　　7．As to music education's being neglected, the author ________.

　　A．turned to Kristi for ideas

　　B．wondered about the reasons

　　C．felt disappointed at the unexpected

　　D．warned teachers of the disadvantages

　　解析：选C　细节理解题。根据第五段第一句"In my chat with Kristi, I was disappointed to learn about a worrying trend that music programs are being neglected in schools around the world."可知选C。

　　8．For what purpose is the text written?

A．To tell readers the importance of music.