通过加勒比音乐拥抱多元文化

Embracing Multiculturalism Through Caribbean Music

七级偏易 | 269词

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Part I. Passage

Embracing Multiculturalism Through Caribbean Music

Students experienced Caribbean culture during an event at China Agricultural University (CAU), marking the end of the academic year. The reggae band One Drop performed Bob Marley’s iconic ‘One Love,’ creating a moment of unity and connection. Liu Siyan, a student, reflected on how singing together highlighted the shared human experience that multicultural education fosters.

As an assistant teaching professor at CAU, part of a dual degree program with the University of Colorado Denver, I teach a communication and diversity course. This course explores cultural differences and encourages unity through shared experiences. My own perspective, shaped by my Jamaican-Chinese heritage, informs my approach to teaching.

One of the courses I offer focuses on Caribbean music, including reggae and dancehall. Students learn about the cultural fusion that gave rise to the genre and figures like Bob Marley, whose music symbolizes resilience and hope. Reggae’s recognition as part of UNESCO’s intangible cultural heritage underscores its global significance.

The course also delves into the historical impacts of colonialism on Caribbean nations and examines issues such as race, ethnicity, nationality, and gender. By exploring these topics, students gain cross-cultural awareness and understand their role in building a shared future.

In June, we welcomed Liu Rui, a Chinese reggae artist known as Stinging Ray, as a guest lecturer. Liu blends Chinese lyrics with reggae’s rhythms, sharing his unique perspective and contributing to the genre’s global evolution.

China’s commitment to multiculturalism and international exchanges has provided opportunities for educators like me. I aim to pass these opportunities on to my students, fostering greater understanding and collaboration in a diverse world.

【Vocabulary】

1. reggae n. 雷鬼音乐（一种源于牙买加的音乐风格）  

2. resilience n. 韧性，适应力  

3. delve v. 探究，深入研究  

Part II. Questions

Q1. What was the significance of the performance of ‘One Love’ by the reggae band One Drop?

A. It celebrated the end of the academic year at CAU.  

B. It highlighted the role of reggae in fostering unity and connection.  

C. It marked the recognition of reggae as a UNESCO heritage.  

D. It introduced students to Caribbean music genres.  

Q2. How does the article describe the recognition of reggae as part of UNESCO’s intangible cultural heritage?  

A. As a testament to reggae’s global cultural significance.  

B. As a recent achievement for Caribbean artists.  

C. As a result of Liu Rui’s contributions to the genre.  

D. As a way to preserve traditional Caribbean values.  

Q3. What is one of the key topics explored in the communication and diversity course mentioned in the article?  

A. The technical aspects of reggae music production.  

B. The influence of dancehall on global pop culture.  

C. The historical impacts of colonialism on Caribbean nations.  

D. The economic significance of Caribbean music.  

Q4. What does the author imply about the role of Chinese educators in promoting multiculturalism?

A. They are primarily focused on Caribbean culture.  

B. They play a critical role in fostering global understanding.  

C. They face challenges in integrating diverse perspectives.  

D. They should prioritize teaching traditional Chinese values.  

Part III. KEY

Q1. B.【解析】细节题。根据“The reggae band One Drop performed Bob Marley’s iconic ‘One Love,’ creating a moment of unity and connection.”，可知雷鬼乐队One Drop演奏了鲍勃·马利的经典歌曲《One Love》，营造了一个团结和联结的氛围，也就是说雷鬼音乐促进团结联结。正确答案为B。  

Q2. A.【解析】细节题。根据“Reggae’s recognition as part of UNESCO’s intangible cultural heritage underscores its global significance.”，可知雷鬼音乐被认定为联合国教科文组织非物质文化遗产的一部分，突显了其全球文化意义。正确答案为A。  

Q3. C.【解析】细节题。根据“The course also delves into the historical impacts of colonialism on Caribbean nations and examines issues such as race, ethnicity, nationality, and gender.”，可知课程还深入探讨了殖民主义对加勒比国家的历史影响，并研究了种族、民族、国籍和性别等问题。正确答案为C。  

Q4. B.【解析】推理题。根据“China’s commitment to multiculturalism and international exchanges has provided opportunities for educators like me. I aim to pass these opportunities on to my students, fostering greater understanding and collaboration in a diverse world.” ，可知中国对多元文化主义和国际交流的重视为教育工作者提供了机会。作者希望将这些机会传递给学生，让他们在多元的世界中增进相互理解、携手合作，从此可以推断，中国教育者在促进全球互相理解方面起到了关键作用，因此正确答案为B。  

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