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Every product has its own history. Headphones, especially, have evolved over time. Headphones have existed since 1919, but they were mainly used as amplifiers(扩声器) for telephones and radios back then.
Through technological advancement, headphones experienced a change in their look and feel. In the late 1930s, Beyerdynamic officially invented headphones and put them into market. However, Milwaukee-based jazz musician, John C. Koss, invented the first stereo headphones in the year 1958. The first headphones were big, heavy and limited to long-playing record music listening. They were used by pilots and at radio stations.
However, the invention of the Walkman led to many changes in headphones. At the time, there was a growing industry ready to provide accessories(附件) for personal stereos, like headphones. These accessories became favorites for both professional musicians and music lovers. The latest generation electronics, like cellphones, TVs, computers, home theaters, CD players, and more, are all compatible(可兼容的) with headphones.
Traditional, full-sized headphones continue to be used in some recording studios even now. However, modern headphones have a more stylish appearance. The in-ear headphones are one of today’s more popular types. Lighter than traditional headphones, they have a vertical in-ear design that makes them much easier to carry. Another advantage of in-ear headphones is that they come in several sizes, so they are sure to fit perfectly in everyone’s ears. They are built with advanced technologies to provide a comfortable and pleasurable listening experience.
Each headphone has its own pros and cons, but most give a reasonably good performance. Whatever kind of headphones you choose is a matter of personal preference.
25. Before the 1930s, headphones were mainly used as___________.
A. stereo equipment only for airplane pilots
B. music recording equipment for professional musicians
C. loudspeakers for telephones and radios
D. accessories for personal stereos
 
26. All the following are features of the first stereo headphones EXCEPT__________.
A. they had a handy, user-friendly appearance
B. they were big, heavy and not easy to use
C. they were only used for long-playing record music listening
D. they were designed by jazz musician John C. Koss
27. After first being used as accessories for personal stereos, headphones____________.
A. were favored especially by professional musicians
B. can now be used together with other electronics
C. became smaller and lighter for use in some recording studios
D. are now much cheaper so everyone can afford them
28. Which of the following can best describe modern headphones?
A. Big and comfortable.
B. Complicated and expensive.
C. Full-sized but user-friendly
D. Lightweight and advanced.
C.
    In the United States, Julia Roberts, Will Ferrell, Elton John and over 65 stars are coming together to have fun, raise money and change lives on The Red Nose Day Special.
The special will feature Julia Roberts’ recent trip to Phoenix to visit projects that take care of children who are facing serious health issues without the means to afford basic medical treatment. Jack Black, who went to Uganda last year to shed light on the issue of children living in poor conditions, returned to give a heartwarming report about Felix, a young boy he met there who had been living on the streets for three years. He will reveal what life is like for Felix today after being helped by a program that aims to change the lives of homeless kids.
Music will also take centre stage, with both Elton John and Blake Shelton performing very special songs. The Red Nose Day Special also shows a great night of comedy, including Tracy Morgan putting his own unique spin on the classic Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs while reading to kids, and many other comedy acts.
Red Nose Day launched in the U.S. in 2015 as a special day to come together, have fun and make a difference to kids who are most in need. In its first year in America, more than US $23 million was raised for the Red Nose Day Fund, with the money now at work in all 50 states across America and 15 countries internationally through programs to keep children and young people safe, healthy and educated.
 The money raised by Red Nose Day USA 2016 will help support projects in some of the neediest communities in the U.S. and some of the poorest communities in the world. People from all walks of life are encouraged to get involved, have fun and raise money by buying red noses sold only at Walgreens stores nationwide, organizing fundraising events and watching and donating during the television special.
29. In the show, who went to Uganda and met Felix there?
A. Julia Roberts.
B. Will Ferrell.
C. Jack Black.    
D. Elton John.
30. What is the fourth paragraph mainly about?
A. Information about Red Nose Day.
B. The main activities on Red Nose Day.
C. The money raised by the Red Nose Day Fund every year.
D. Information about The Red Nose Day Special.
31. How can ordinary people raise money for Red Nose Day?
A. By visiting the poorest communities.       
B. By having fun during the television special.      
C. By organizing fundraising events.    
D. By making red noses for sale at Walgreens stores.
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