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周末加油站 主题测试?2022届高考英语二轮复习备考 Task 1 During my senior year in college I was still short of a few credits before graduating, so I skimmed through the class schedule looking for something to fill the hours. When I came across *Private Voice1 instruction, as in singing lessons, I thought, ,lWhy not step outside my comfort zone and give it a try? ” I was careful to sign up for private lessons instead of group lessons because I didnt want to make a fool of myself by singing in front of other students. Things went fine until the end of the term when my singing professor brought the shocking news. uBy the way, Sean, have you decided which song you want to sing at the recital? ” That would not be a good idea, 1 said. The thought of singing in front of a group made me physically sick. “Courage, Sean, I kept rehearsing in my mind. Youve got to at least try.” That awesome day finally arrived. As I stood in front of the class, all eyes fell upon me. I couldnt help but think, How? How in the world did I get myself into this situation? ” Even before I reached the second line, the expressions of excitement on the students faces turned to anguish （痛苦）.I was so nervous that my body felt as tight as jeans just pulled from the dryer. Near the end of the song is a really high note. I dont recall if I hit that note or missed it. All I remember is that a few students were so embarrassed that they couldnt even look at me. I finished and sat down quickly. Silence. No one knew what to say. But do you know what? Although that experience nearly killed me, when I left that classroom, I was so proud of myself. I felt a great sense of personal accomplishment, and I frankly didnt care what anyone else thought about my high note. I had survived and I was proud of it. Why did the author choose the private lessons? A. He didnt like to be with others. B. He didnt want to sing in public. C. He wanted to get more attention. D. He wanted better teaching quality. How did the author feel when hearing the ne