英语听力教程第三版(张民伦主编)Unit 8 The Sound(17)

英语听力教程第三版(张民伦主编)Unit 8 The Sound of Music听力原文

were defeated by colonial troops at the town of Concord singing the same song. Since then, Yankee Doodle has been a song that represents the United States. Part VII Watch and enjoy Magic is a performing art that entertains audiences by staging tricks or creating illusions of seemingly impossible or supernatural feats using natural means. These feats are called magic tricks, effects, or illusions. A professional who performs such illusions is called a magician or an illusionist. Watch the video clip from the movie Illusionist. After watching, answer the following questions. Videoscript:

Announcer：Life and death, space and time, fate and chance. These

are the forces of the universe. Tonight, ladies and gentleman, I present to you a man who has unlocked these mysteries. From the furthest corners of the world where the dark arts still hold sway, he returns to us to demonstrate how nature's laws may be bent. I give you ... Eisenheim.

Eisenheim：Might I borrow a handkerchief from someone? You,

Madam. Thank you. Ah, be patient. Now, if you please, I would like to continue with an examination of time. From the