Reading the News
Love Heals Dedicated to Virus Fight
The Art Ensemble of the All-China Federation of Trade Union has released on April 27 the song Love Heals,dedicated to people fighting against the coronavirus.
The song,written by Zhao Zhuangfei and Liu Xiaochu,is performed by singers and actors from the art troupe,including Chinese singer Chen Sisi,the vice-president of the group.
After the viral outbreak,the Art Ensemble of the All-China Federation of Trade Union responded by releasing a number of songs to comfort and encourage people who are struggling with the coronavirus pandemic.
In a nod to International Labor Day,which falls on May 1,the song also sends a message of respect and hope for individuals returning to work.
New Words
dedicate / ˈdedɪkeɪt / vt.把……奉献给
troupe / truːp / n.（演员、歌手等的）班子；表演团
ensemble / ɒnˈsɒmbl/ n.乐团、剧团、舞剧团（全体成员）
Relatcel Information
The All-China Federation of Trade Union：中华全国总工会，是中国共产党领导的职工自愿结合的工人阶段群众组织，由中国共产党中央委员会书记处领导。
Exercise 1
Choose the best answer to complete each of the statements according to the news.
1.All of the following statements about Love Heals are true except that________.
A.it sends best wishes to people returning to work
B.it inspires people to fight against the coronavirus
C.it is performed by singers and actors from different troupes
D.it is published by the All-China Federation of Trade Union
2.The word “ensemble” in Para.1 is closest in meaning to________.
A.union B.troupe C.forum D.seminar
3.The song Love Heals is released to________.
A.encourage people to fight the new coronavirus
B.send best regards to people returning to China
C.honor the singers and actors of this song
D.express respect for people from all walks of life