年份 | 题目 | 类型 | 提纲 |
08.6 | Recreational Activities | 议论文 (议论文的模版比较好操作,请见后面的模版部分) | 1.娱乐活动多种多样 2.娱乐活动可以使人们受益,也可能带来危害 3.作为大学生,我认为 |
07.12 | What Electives to Choose | 议论文 | 1.各大学开设了各种各样的选修课 2.学生因为各种原因选择了不同的选修课 3.以你自己为例 |
07.6 | Welcome to Our Club(社团招募口头通知) | 应用文(注:注特有意格式,并采用议论文思路分析参加社团好处) An announcement to welcome students to join a club | 1.本社团的主要活动内容 2.参加本社团的好处 3.如何加入本社团 |
06.12 | Spring Festival Gala on CCTV | 议论文 | 1.许多人喜欢在除夕夜观看春节联欢晚会 2.有些人却提出取消春节联欢晚会 3.在我看来。。。 |
06.6(新) | On Students Selecting Lectures | 议论文 | 1.有些大学与叙学生自由选择某些课程的任课老师 2.学生选择老师时考虑的主要因素 3.学生自由选择老师带来的益处盒可能产生的问题 |
06.6 (旧) | Volunteers Needed | 应用文 | 1. 校学生会将组织一次暑期志愿者活动,现招募志愿者。 2.本次志愿者活动的目的,内容、安排等。 3.报名条件及联系方式。 |
05.12 | Should the University Campus Be Open to Tourists | 议论文 | 1.名校校园正成为旅游的新热点 2.校园是否应该对游客开放,人们看法不同 3.我认为……. |
05.6 | Teacher’s Day | 记叙文(注意时态要用过去时) | 1.向老师表达节日祝贺 2. 从一件小事来回忆老师的教诲和无私的奉献 3. 我如何回报老师的关爱 |
05.1 | A Campaign of Speech (竞选演说) | 应用文(注:运用议论文思路分析自己所具优势和采用措施) | 1.你认为自己具备是什么条件(能力,性格,爱好)可以胜任学生会工作, 2. 如果当选你将会为本校同学做什么? |
04.6 | A Brief Introduction to A Tourist Attraction (景点介绍) | 应用文(注:注意schedule的写法,描写的对象应为自己最为最熟悉的景点,如校园) | Your role: a tour guide Your audience: a group of foreign tourists Your introduction should include: ● some welcoming words ● the schedule for the day ● a description the place the tourists will be visiting (e.g. a scenic spot or a historical site, etc.) You should make the introduction interesting and the arrangements for the day clear to everybody. |
04.1 | A Letter in Reply to a Friend | 应用文(信件,注意格式,运用议论文思路分析原因) | 1.建议报考的专业及理由 2.报考该专业的基本条件 3.应当如何备考 |
03.9 | The Day My Classmate Fell Ill/ Got Injured | 记叙文(注意时态用过去时) 记叙文习作虽然规律较少,难度大,但要根据“最大限度”原则把提前准备的例子用出来。详细说明请见后面的真题详解答部分 | 1.简单叙述一下这位同学生病/受伤的情形; 2.同学,老师和我是如何帮助他的 3.人与人之间的这种关爱给我的感受是……. |
03.6 | An Eye-witness Account of a Traffic Accident | 记叙文(注意时态要同过去时) | 假设你在某日某时某地目击一起车祸,就此写一份见证书。 见证书须包括以下几点: 1.车祸发生的时间及地点 2.你所见到的车祸情况 3.你对车祸原因的分析 |
大错:
跑题:(给定的题目一定要用),所写内容一定要符合给定的题目,不但内容如此,给定的题目还需要多次出现,如给定的题目“recreational activities”,则文章中一定要反复出现,不能都用“video games”替换,偶尔个别处可以用“recreation ”或“entertainment”等同义词替换,但recreational activities一定要多多出现,避免文不对题之嫌。
结构失衡(中间段应为重点),多数情形下,三段之中的文字比例为1:3:1。
不按照提纲写:一定要按照给定的提纲思路写作。
比如说:Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write a short essay entitled Recreational Activities, You should write at least 120 words following the outline given below:
1.娱乐活动多种多样
2.娱乐活动可以使人们收益,也可能带来危害
3.作为大学生,我认为….
那么,第二段应对娱乐活动的正面和反面效果都论及(正面给出2原因,反面给出2 原因)
如果看到的提纲是:
1.娱乐活动多种多样
2.娱乐活动可以使人们收益
3.作为大学生,我认为…
则第二段只应提及娱乐活动有益的一面(这种只论述一方面的情形要给出3个原因比较合适),当然在第三段(作为大学生,我认为…)可以简单提及其无益的一面,表明其危害性,倡导合理处理学习和娱乐活动。但无论如何,第二段应为main body,要用较多笔墨。
差字数:文章虽然规定不少于120字,但最好写到150字左右。
应用文格式不对:大家一定要看清题目要求,“essay”为一般议论文或记叙文,多为“三段式”;如果是应用文的话则有标志性的词语,如“announcement”(口头通知) ”speech”,” letter” “notice”(书面通知),都有其各自固定格式。详细说明见后面。
连续错误:
大小写(句号后,第一个单词的首字母应为大写)
The opinions on recreational activities always vary from person to person. some are in favor of the idea of participating in recreational activities. they hold their view for the reason that recreational activities, singing songs or dancing in particular, can help to relax us both mentally and physically.
一句结束后应为句号,而非逗号
The opinions on recreational activities always vary from person to person, Some are in favor of the idea of participating in recreational activities, They hold their view for the reason that recreational activities, singing songs or dancing in particular, can help to relax us both mentally and physically.
举例错误,
In today’s society, we have many recreational activates. Such as singing, dancing, play football, play basketball.
此句中,such as 不能成句,而要和前面的句子搭配才对,修改如下:
In today’s society, we can choose to take part in a variety of recreational activates, such as singing, dancing, playing football, playing basketball, etc.
注意:etc=and so on ,
举例时,可以用下面的结构:
Nowadays, there is a heated discussion about the issue of recreational activities in the society. It is not uncommon that different persons entertain themselves in different ways. Some like singing and dancing, others are fond of watching movies or TV series.
Some students choose electives simply because they have too much free time in their hands. Some students just want to acquire more knowledge and broaden their horizon, since the information and knowledge learned in regular classes is still far from enough. There are still some students who pick up electives out of their interest and on an impulse. On the contrary, other students select electives with a clear purpose in their mind, that is, to learn some practical skills. By doing so, they can make themselves more competitive in future job-hunting when they are to graduate.
怎样才能有亮点,请看下面我们用“原因分析+解决办法”模版写出的文章;(模版见后面)
Nowadays, there is a heated discussion about the issue of the pollution of environment. It is not uncommon that (亮点:It形式主语用法,it is adj that,it is adj for sb to do sth)air and rivers have been heavily polluted. What’s worse, even our health is being threatened.
A number of factors are responsible for this phenomenon. For one thing, with the improvement of our living quality, (亮点:with+名词结构)more and more people can afford to use modern facilities, like cars and air conditioners, which makes the environment worse(亮点:which定于从句用法).For another, factories of increasing numbers have been established, pumping their wasters into rivers and lakes. ( ing表结果,加分)
To put an end (亮点:高级搭配)to such a serious problem is not easy at all, but is worth trying. As college students we should try our best to avoid polluting the environment in our daily life so as to improve the present situation. (亮点:高级搭配) On the part of (亮点:高级搭配)the government, it is urgent for it to set some laws and regulations to severely punish those who do harm to the environment. (亮点:It形式主语用法,it is adj that,it is adj for sb to do sth) Only in this way, (亮点:倒装句) can we be successful in dealing with pollution of environment. With all the efforts, (亮点:with+名词结构) I am convinced that everything will be much better in the future.
打分标准:
2 points (基本没有一句正确的话,字数不足,且拼写错误多)
Recreational activities have very much kinds, it inclouad PE, art activit, musick, play games and so on. So much kinds recreational acitivities in our morden world so that our think unclear.
Recreation activities have two face. Fine face make people pleasing. For example, sport make people is full of living. When you hard work, you listet musick. But another face is bad. It make some young man cannt to work. Student cannt standby.
As a unitered student we should see our clean true world and find himself valuou.
5 points (错误多,字数比较危险,且逻辑混乱)
Nowadays, people’s press is growing larger. They need more to take it easy. Recreational activities are the best way to choose. There are many kinds of different recreational activities such as from out to in door, from body to mental. Every body can choose the most proper for himself.
However, the recreational actitivites may also do harm to the people when they could help one. They will take more time from you. You will have no heart to work. It can also make you lost large money.
Above all, I think we need recreational ativitities, but hard work is more important for us.
8 points (有一定语言能力,最大的问题就是结构乱,没有逻辑,缺少连接过渡,这也是很多同学存在的问题,对于这一点,我们所给的模版正好应对)
In recent years, with the developing of economics and social, there are more and more recreational activities. If you have enough time, you can participate in these activities everyday.
However, is it good for our life to have more recreational activities? It’s my mind that recreational activities must adapt to our life styles. We must make a good choice on how much time we can used to work and how much to recreational activities. If we put sometimes on recreational activities, but not much more time, we can have a healthy life. But if we put all time on it and don’t work, it’s very harmful to our life.
As a college student, the major duty is study hard. We can have recreational activities, but we can’t forge that our duty is still study. I hope we can manage well our time.
11 points (语言不错,但稍显平淡,且仍有错误)
Today people have all kinds of recreational activities. (have过于平淡,改:nowadays, we are accessed to all kinds of recreational activities)With the help of the computer and the internet, we may choose to play computer games or enjoy ourselves on the Internet(with+名词结构,加分). Taking exercise is also a good choice. It may relax us and be good to our health(这种v+and be结构要避免,改:it can relax us, good to our health 或者 it can relax us and benefit our health). And reading books is also a good kind of recreational activities (activity).
But we should remember that recreational activities have both good and bad effects. With a little (a few) recreational activity (activities) after working, you can relax yourself, and improve your work efficiency. Recreational activities can also make you more friends. (结构不对,改:you can also make friends through recreational activities 或者 recreational activities may also offer you a good opportunity to make friends with others )But too much recreational activity (too many recreational activities)is (are )bad for us. If you are addicted to such games, you cannot do your work or study(意思不到位,改:you will be unable to concentrate on your work or study). It is also do harm to your health.(大错,改:it is also harmful to your health 或 it also does harm to your health)
As a university student, we should balance our work and play. Work hard when studying and play hard when playing. (口语化太强,play hard说话不够地道,改为:it is suggested that we should focus on work when working and enjoy ourselves when taking part in recreational activities )By doing so recreational activities make our life more beautiful. (结构不对,改:by doing so, we can benefit a lot from recreational activities 或者only by so doing can we benefit a lot from recreational activities)
14 points (基本无明显错误,且有亮点:with, ing, ed, 定语从句,it形式主语,倒装,the more…the more等)
Nowadays, there are a variety of recreational activities for people to take part in.(a variety of用得好)Some like singing and dancing, while the others are fond of watching movies or TV series. (应为:Some like singing and dancing, others are fond of watching movies or TV series.值得表扬的是: like , be fond of的交替使用避免了重复,加分) People are free to choose whatever recreational activities they like.
It is obvious that recreational activities are relaxing and people can benefit from them. (it形式主语,加分点:it is adj that,it is adj for sb to do sth)Furthermore, people can develop interest and make friends through those activities, which make their life colorful. (which,定语从句加分点)However, recreational activities can also do harm to them. It is commonly seen that a youngster gets addicted to a certain recreational activity and wastes a lot of time and money in, resulting in his falling behind in his study or work. (it形式主语,加分点:it is seen that; resulting in, ing表结果,加分)
As a college student, I think we must try not to break the balance between study and leisure. (比较别扭:As a college student, I think we should spare no efforts to strike/keep the balance between study and recreational activities). Recreational activities are a necessary part of our life but we shouldn’t spend too much time on them. We should concentrate on our study instead of indulging ourselves with recreational activities. (instead of , indulge 用得好,但最好用indulging ourselves in recreational activities)
一. 常考题材
四级考试作文一般不会考查涉及知识面过广或专业性太强的题材,从历年真题来看,四级作文具有很强的现实性,主要涉及两类内容:
一类是关于大学生的学习、校园生活及对将来的工作、人生等方面的态度和看法,如2007年12月的作文题是关于大学选课。
另一类是贴近社会变化、发展和进步的热点话题,往往与日常生活紧密相关,如2006年12月的作文主题是关于春节晚会(On the Spring Festival Gala),2008年6月的作文主题是关于娱乐活动。
二. 常考体裁
四级作文常涉及的体裁主要有三类:议论文、应用文、记叙文;近几年,议论文比重明显增加,成为热点。
需注意,这几种体裁可以互相涉及。如:记叙文也不是纯粹的叙事,往往需加入议论成分。而应用文中也需要使用议论文式的思维方式,如:
Welcome to Our Club
1.本社团的主要活动内容
2.参加本社团的好处
3.如何加入本社团
这次考题中,分析社团带来的好处为主体,则可以用到议论文中常见的“利弊分析”思路加以分析。
因此,考生要根据实际情况运用不同的写作手法。
三. 出题方式
1. 提纲式文字命题
最常见的出题方式。给出英文题目及提纲,大多情况是中文提纲,有时也会出现英文提纲。
每段的提纲规定了各段的主旨,要求考生围绕这个中心制订主题句,再顺着主题句展开段落,最后对主题句进行总结回应。
(例)(08-06)
Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write a short essay entitled Recreational Activities, You should write at least 120 words following the outline given below:
1.娱乐活动多种多样
2.娱乐活动可以使人们收益,也可能带来危害
3.作为大学生,我认为….
提醒大家:一定要看清说明再动笔,上面的提示中,essay表明文章为议论文,而非应用文。
2.图表命题
图表作文是四级考试另一类常考作文类型,也是考生觉得较难对付的作文形式。图表作文一般在题目中给出一个或几个统计表格、柱状图或饼状结构图等,通常还给出作文的标题和一些提示,要求考生用文字描述图表,客观解释图表中所传递的信息并找出某种规律或趋势,并针对图表中所反映出的现象或问题分析其原因或后果。
提醒大家:本质就是加了一个图表说明的议论文章,详情见后面。
3.谚语类题目
提醒大家:本质就是加了谚语导入的议论文章,详情见后面。
下面,我们按照题材接合真题给大家讲讲作文中的注意要点:
一.记叙文
1.回忆过去的事件注意时态用过去时;
2.记叙文习作虽然规律较少,难度大,但要根据“最大限度”原则把提前准备的例子用出来。
如:下面2003的真题
2003.6
An Eye-witness Account of a Traffic Accident
假设你在某日某时某地目击一起车祸,就此写一份见证书。
见证书须包括以下几点:
1.车祸发生的时间及地点
2.你所见到的车祸情况
3.你对车祸原因的分析
An Eye-witness Account of a Traffic Accident
It was the morning of April 6th, 2003. At about 7:30, I went to school by bike as usual. It was a rainy day and the road was very slippery. On the way to school, I noticed a boy riding in front of me, talking loudly with his friends. He didn’t wear a raincoat; instead he held an umbrella in one hand, and rode with another hand. As he turned left to Guangming Road, he failed to see a car running towards him. Suddenly I heard a screaming cry. The boy was knocked down by the car. I was completely shocked. (叙述事件用过去时)
I think the boy’s absent-mindedness was responsible for the accident. He was talking and riding carelessly all the time. The weather also played a role in the tragedy. All these contributed to this accident. From the accident, I’ve learned that we should be safety-conscious all the time, especially when we are walking or riding on streets. (抒发感想用现在时)
记叙文一般采用事情发展的顺序进行写作,要做到文字优美,逻辑清楚并非易事,但如果我们提前准备一些例子,则可以较为完满的完成任务。比如说在提前操练过上面这篇2003年6月的真题之后,如果你又遭遇到2003.09下面的真题,又该如何对待呢?
2003.09
The Day My Classmate Fell Ill/ Got Injured
1.简单叙述一下这位同学生病/受伤的情形;
2.同学,老师和我是如何帮助他的
3.人与人之间的这种关爱给我的感受是……
尽管这两次的题目有一定差别,但是我们是不是可以用手中储备的资源进行应对呢,似乎可以这样写:
The Day My Classmate Got Injured
It was the morning of April 6th, 2003. At about 7:30, I went to school by bike as usual. It was a rainy day and the road was very slippery. At the gate of our school, I noticed my classmate Li Ming riding in front of me. He rode so fast that he failed to see a box lying on the way ahead. Suddenly I heard a screaming cry. Li Ming tripped over the box and fell off his bike. It was obvious that he had got injured at his leg. (按照前面的例子稍作变化)
Fortunately, Mr. Hu, our English teacher, happened to pass by. Seeing all this happen, Mr. Hu immediately carried Li Ming on his back. Some of the students around also came up to off help. We all sent the injured Li Ming to the hospital of our university. In the hospital, the doctor checked the injured leg of Li Ming with care. After the careful treatment of the doctor, Li Ming became much better. (叙述事件用过去时)
From this accident, I learn that our university is full of love, warm and peaceful, in which people, from teachers to students, are all ready to lend others a hand. Just like a famous song goes, “The world will be turned into heaven if everyone contributes a little”. I do believe that it’s my great honor to live in this love-filled university. (抒发感想用现在时)
这样是不是也运用了上面的例子呢,
写完了上面的文章,只要你稍作变化,假如你又遭遇到2005.06的真题,就不会为难了。
Teacher’s Day
For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write an essay in honor of Teacher’s Day of no less than 120 words. You may base your writing on the following outline:
1.向老师表达节日祝贺
2.从一件小事来回忆老师的教诲和无私的奉献
3. 我如何回报老师的关爱
我们可以这样写:
Teacher’s Day
September the 10th is a glamorous and special day. On the occasion, we will show our thanks to our teachers who care us and educate us.
I still remember the day I got injured. It was the morning of April 6th, 2003. At about 7:30, I went to school by bike as usual. It was a rainy day and the road was very slippery. At the gate of our school, I rode so fast that I failed to see a box lying on the way ahead. Suddenly I tripped over the box and fell off his bike. The pain on my leg told me that I’d got injured. Fortunately, Mr. Hu, our English teacher, happened to pass by. Seeing all this happen, Mr. Hu immediately carried me on his back and sent me to the hospital of our university. After the careful treatment of the doctor, I felt much better. Besides, seeing that I was worried about the lessons I would miss because of the injury, Mr. Hu promised to help me to make up for them. (按照前面的例子稍作变化)
On the special day, I’d like to extend my heart-felt thanks to he and to all the teachers under the sun. I promise that I will study harder to make my contributions to the society. Only by so doing can we repay what we’ve gained from our teachers.
所以说,只要灵活运用储备的事例,记叙文其实也没有那么可怕,下面我们提供另一篇范文,希望大家积累例子的用法:
Teacher’s Day
September the 10th is a glamorous and special day. On the occasion, we will show our thanks to our teachers who care us and educate us.
I still remember that when I failed to gain opportunity to participate in the English speaking contest, my heart sank. The frustration and sadness almost overwhelmed me as I felt I was discarded. I thought I would never dare to speak English in public. At that time, it was Mr. Wang, my English teacher, who helped me to regain my confidence. Besides, he also offered immediate help and advice on oral English, which made me realize my weakness and know how to improve. Thanks to his help and encouragement, I soon recovered my confidence. Above all, I learned to enjoy participating instead of focusing on prize.
On the special day, I’d like to extend my heart-felt thanks to he and to all the teachers under the sun. I promise that I will study harder to make my contributions to the society. Only by so doing can we repay what we’ve gained from our teachers.
像这种文章,如果题目是“一件难忘的事”“一个最感谢的人”,“难忘的一天”“我是如何克服困难的”,“我是如何学习英语的”“我的父母”等等,稍加改变和替换都可以用进去。
二.应用文
应用文的格式和关键,我们从最简单的信件谈起:
2004.01
A Letter in Reply to a Friend
For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write a letter to a friend’s inquiry about applying for admission to your college or university.
1.建议报考的专业及理由
2.报考该专业的基本条件
3.应当如何备考
A Letter in Reply to a Friend
January 8th, 2004
Dear Tom, (注意此处为逗号)
I’m glad to learn that you are going to apply for admission to my university. Based on my knowledge, I suggest you should major in English. For one thing, I know you seem to have a gift for language and you are really good at English. For another, with the development of the world, English will be more and more useful.(注意此处分析原因时采用议论文的由“内因(本人有天赋)”到“外因(世界的发展)”的思路,详情见后面的议论文部分)
If you really intend to choose English as your major, you should pay more attention to your oral English. Of course, you have to do well in the National College Entrance Examination; otherwise, you may have to choose another major. However, it is unnecessary to be nervous. I am sure you will succeed as long as you’re well prepared.
Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact me. I’m looking forward to meeting you on our campus. (这种套语要多多记忆)
Sincerely Yours,
Alex
Dear Tom,
I’m glad to learn that…. Based on my knowledge, I suggest ….. For one thing, …... For another, …...
If you really intend to …., you should pay more attention to …. Of course, you have to ….; otherwise, ….. However, it is unnecessary to ….. I am sure you will succeed as long as ….
Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact me. I’m looking forward to …...
Sincerely Yours,
Alex
附:求职信
Dear Sir/Madam,
I’ve read your advertisement in yesterday’s newspaper. I think I will be the best person for the position.
I am 23 years old. I like sports and I am in good health. I enjoy working hard. I graduated from Boston University two years ago. My major at university was computer science. After graduation, I’ve worked as a computer engineer in a big company for two years. Now I have good experience in this filed.
I am sure I can do the job well if can become a member of your company. I’m looking forward to your reply. I am available for interview at any time. Should you have any question, please feel free to reach me at 2336565 or alex1999@hotmail.com. (这种套语要多多记忆)
Yours faithfully,
Liu Yinghua
2007.06
Welcome to Our Club (社团招募书)
For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write an announcement to welcome students to join a club. You should write at least 120 minutes following the outline given below:
1.本社团的主要活动内容
2.参加本社团的好处
3.如何加入本社团
Welcome to Our Club
Good morning, fellow students,(请注意,称呼很重要,此处对象为同学)
You are highly welcome to join our club. Our “English Study Club” aims to help students to improve their English, their oral English in particular. There are various activities available to the members, such as English Corner, English lectures, English song singing competition, etc.
If you choose our club to join, you will find you’ve made quite a wise decision. The benefits you can gain from our club are beyond your widest dreams. For one thing, you will have more opportunities to practice your oral English by participating in English Corner. For another, you may make new friends through the activities organized by our club every week, which will undoubtedly enrich your college life. Las but not least, you can attend the lectures given by some famous professors in English learning so that your horizon will be further broadened. (注意此处分析原因时采用议论文的利弊分析思路,详情见后面的议论文部分)
If you are interested in our club, please don’t hesitate to join us. You can reach us at the phone number 1234567. We are always looking forward to your joining. Thanks a lot for your attention. (这种套语要多多记忆)
2005.01
A Campaign of Speech (竞选演讲)
For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write a campaign speech in support of your election to the post of chairman of the student union. You should write at least 120 words following outline given below in Chinese:
1.你认为自己具备是什么条件(能力,性格,爱好)可以胜任学生会工作,
2.如果当选你将会为本校同学做什么?
A Campaign of Speech
Good morning, ladies and gentlemen,
It gives me much honour and delight to have the chance to run for chairman of the Student Union. I’m Li Lei, from the Department of Law. I believe that I am fully qualified for the position of chairman. (这种套语要多多记忆)
I have all the qualities that the position requires. For one thing, I’m a competent leader. Over the past 2 years, I have been working as the monitor of my class. My job has always been widely recognized and praised by my classmates and teachers. For another, as far as my character is concerned, I’m very cooperative and easy-going, ready to accept different opinions and advice from others. Last but not least, I enjoy a variety of hobbies, such as playing football and playing the piano.
If I were elected, I would try my best to do whatever I could for my fellow students. For example, I would organize various activities to enrich our university life. Moreover, I would also invite some famous scholars to give speeches in our university, which would undoubtedly broaden the horizon of my fellow students. All in all, I would dedicate all myself to serving all of you. If you believe in me, please cast your vote for me. Thank you! (这种套语要多多记忆)
本文相当于 自我介绍+原因+措施
三.议论文(是我们的重点关注部分,也是模版大显身手的地方,大家要重点关注)
模版一(利弊论证)
模版要求论述两个对立的观点并给出自己的看法。
1. 有一些人认为。。
2. 另一些人认为。。
3. 我的看法。。
Nowadays, there is a heated discussion about ....in the society. It is not uncommon that ....
The opinions on …… always vary from person to person. Some are in favor of the idea of ...They hold their view for the reason that .... What’s more, .... While others think otherwise, arguing that ... may bring about a series of harm. For one thing, the more ..., the more .... For another, those ....are most likely to .....
There is some truth in both arguments. As far as I am concerned, I think the benefits of ...overweigh the harm. As a college student, I believe that what counts most is to ..... Only by so doing can we benefit most from ...
(考试时,有时会偏重分析好处,有时则会偏重分析弊端,大家要根据实际情况灵活调整模版)
Nowadays, there is a heated discussion about ....in the society. It is not uncommon that ....
文章引入现象的不二法门。
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2008.06
For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write a short essay entitled Recreational Activities, You should write at least 120 words following the outline given below:
1.娱乐活动多种多样
2.娱乐活动可以使人们收益,也可能带来危害
3.作为大学生,我认为
Recreational Activities
Nowadays, there is a heated discussion about the issue of recreational activities in the society. It is not uncommon that different persons entertain themselves in different ways. Some like singing and dancing, others are fond of watching movies or TV series.
The opinions on recreational activities always vary from person to person. Some are in favor of the idea of participating in recreational activities. They hold their view for the reason that recreational activities, singing songs or dancing in particular, can help to relax us both mentally and physically. What’s more, we can make more friends through recreational activities. While others think otherwise, arguing that recreational activities may bring about a series of harm. For one thing, the more recreational activities you take part in, the more money you will spend. For another, those people who are addicted to such activities, like video games, are most likely to fall behind in their work or study.
There is some truth in both arguments. As far as I am concerned, I think the benefits of taking parting in recreational activities overweigh the harm. As a college student, I believe that what counts most is to strike a balance between study and recreational activities. Only by so doing can we benefit most from various recreational activities around us.
此模版方法的另外一例:
例: The Use of Private Cars
Nowadays, there is a heated discussion about the use of private cars in the society. It is not uncommon that more and more people choose to drive their own cars instead of using public transportation.
The opinions on the use of private cars always vary from person to person. Some are in favor of the idea of using private cars. They hold their view for the reason that with the rapid development of economy, more and more people have become rich enough to buy private cars. What’s more, the use of private cars can save a lot of time in our daily life. While others think otherwise, arguing that the use of private cars may bring about a series of harm. For one thing, the more cars are put into use, the more serious the air pollution will become. For another, those who frequently use private car are most likely to suffer from health problems due to the lack of exercise.
There is some truth in both arguments. As far as I am concerned, I think the benefits of using private cars overweigh the harm. As a college student, I believe that what counts most is to strike a balance between private cars and public transportation. Only by so doing can we benefit most from private cars.
注意:
1.在寻找一件事物的利弊时,请大家按照如下思路进行:
该事物的好处,既是为什么有人赞同其存在,即它对人类带来了什么benefits,分析这一点时,我们从个人(该事物对个人有何好处)――其它(对周围的人有何好处或该事物与其他相近的事物相比有何优点)——集体(对学校等单位有何好处)——国家,世界(对整个国家,世界有何好处)。
个人(该事物对人类个人有何好处):细分为两类:即tangible(看得见)的好处和intangible(看不见)的好处;
tangible(看得见)的好处:
A.与身体健康有关:
By taking parting in recreational activities, you can strengthen your body. (remain fit, remain physically healthy, keep slim )
They hold their view for the reason that recreational activities, singing songs or dancing in particular, can help to relax us both mentally and physically.
Chocolates can satisfy hunger and help you gain nourishments necessary to your body.
B.与工作有关。
After taking paring in recreational activates, you will proceed with your work with much higher efficiency..
That will enable you to obtain a well-paid job.
C.与金钱,时间有关
If we cancel the Spring Festival Gala, we will save a lot of money, which we can spend on something more important.
By working part time at summer, we can earn a lot of money to finance our education.
If will save us a lot of time and money.
intangible(看不见)的好处;
A.改善心情,舒缓压力
Recreational activities can make you feel better and release the pressure of work and study.
For those who work under great pressure, recreational activities are their best way to relax themselves.
They will find themselves refreshed, full of vigour and energy.
B.交友
You may make new friends through the activities organized by our club every week, which will undoubtedly enrich your college life.
Recreational activities may acquaint you with persons from all walks of life.
By so doing, you can smooth over your relationship with others.
C.开阔眼界,增长知识
You can attend the lectures given by some famous professors in English learning so that your horizon will be further broadened.
Some students just want to acquire more knowledge and broaden their horizon, since the information and knowledge learned in regular classes is still far from enough.
They hold their view for the reason that by doing so, high school students and their parents will gain a better knowledge about the universities they want to apply with.
D.增加方便
The use of private car will make our life easier and more convenient.
It will be no longer a question for you to carry with yourself some big and heavy luggage.
E。认识社会,增长人际交往经验
By working part time, you can have a much closer picture of the real society.
You can also enhance your ability to comminute with others.
F。提高成绩,提高英语水平
You will have more opportunities to practice your oral English by participating in English Corner.
Your English will be improved as long as you work hard enough.
Your vocabulary can be enlarged.
You will make fewer mistakes in your written English.
G.提高在未来求职中的竞争力
On the contrary, other students select electives with a clear purpose in their mind, that is, to learn some practical skills. By doing so, they can make themselves more competitive in future job-hunting when they are to graduate.
H.增强信心
It will help you recover you confidence in yourself.
By doing so, you will restore your self-confidence.
I.增强责任感,增强爱心:
It will restore/strengthen your sense of responsibility.
You will learn to show concern for others.
tangible(看得见)的坏处:
A.与身体健康有关:
If you take too much chocolate, you will become fat.
It will do great harm to your health.
What’s worse, even our health is threatened.
Those who frequently use private car are most likely to suffer from health problems due to the lack of exercise.
You will feel pretty tired and exhausted after taking too many recreational activities.
You will find your hair fall off and your eyesight become more and more poor.
B.影响工作。
If you indulge yourself in recreational activates, you will find yourself falling behind in your work.
Some of them spend so much time on video games that they ignore their regular work.
c。浪费钱和时间
For one thing, they claim that the yearly Gala costs too much money on the part of the government and the people.
It will cost us too much time and money to play video games too often.
intangible(看不见)的坏处;
A.心情变糟,压力变大
In the fast-paced modern society, most of us live under great pressure and stress.
They will find life is so boring and meaningless.
They will find the pressure on their shoulders become more and more intense.
It will intensify the pressure on their shoulders.
B.人际关系变差
It is very difficult for them to make friends with others.
There are so many conflicts arising between them.
C.知识面过于狭窄
If you only focus on your books without choosing any elective courses, you can hardly broaden your horizon or enrich your knowledge.
D.生活不便
It is so inconvenient to live in the countryside.
E。人际交往经验不足
If you simply set your mind on books without working part time, you will become too bookish to know what the real society is.
You will become too immature to know what the real society is.
You will be very poor in communicating with others.
F。荒废学业或工作
Those people who are addicted to such activities, like video games, are most likely to fall behind in their work or study.
Some of the students spend so much time on video games that they ignore their study.
They can’t pass the final tests.
They will end up failing their tests.
G.未来求职中没有竞争力
They will be put into a disadvantageous position in future job-hunting when they are to graduate.
H.丧失信心
They will lose their confidence in themselves
I.对什么上瘾,无法自拔。
They are too addicted to internet games.
They are obsessed with internet games.
They indulge themselves in internet games.
常见宏观上的好处同坏处
好处:
You simply can’t live without recreational activities.
The existence of various recreational activities can contribute a lot to the financial revenue of the government
What’s more, the universities can enhance both their financial income and academic popularity by opening themselves to the tourists.
If we can solve the problem successfully, the whole society will become much more harmonious.
The air pollution will become less and less serious.
The overall quality of the citizens will be improved.
坏处:
They claim that the yearly Gala costs too much money on the part of the government and the people.
The more cars are put into use, the more serious the air pollution will become.
If we fail to address the problem properly, the whole society will be affected adversely.
2.表达的多样性:
不要老说,it will benefit you ……
可以考虑用 if you….. you will after you….you will
比较:recreational activities can strengthen your body.
If you take part in recreational activities, you will keep yourselves healthy.
模版二。选择性(利弊类型的变体)
1.有人认为读书要有选择
2.有人认为应当博览群书
3.我的看法
Nowadays, there is a heated discussion about the……. The opinions on ….. always vary from person to person.Some likes …. others are fond of …..
Some are in favour of the idea of ….. They hold their view for the reason that…... What’s more, ….. While others think otherwise, arguing that ….is a much better choice. For one thing, the more …., the more ... For another, those people who…..are most likely to ….
There is some truth in both arguments. As far as I am concerned, we should combine ….with …... As a …., I believe that what counts most is to strike a balance between …. with ….. Only by so doing can we benefit most from …...
(这种模版同前面的模版很相似,但考察的是两种事物的对比)
Reading Selectively or Extensively
Nowadays, there is a heated discussion about the issue of reading. The opinions on recreational activities always vary from person to person.Some likes reading selectively, others are fond of reading extensively.
Some are in favour of the idea of reading selectively. They hold their view for the reason that there are so many books in the world that we can’t finish reading all of them. What’s more, they are also many vulgar books, which will do great harm to children who read them. While others think otherwise, arguing that reading extensively is a much better choice. For one thing, the more books you read, the more knowledge you will acquire. For another, those people who read extensively, like Qian Zhongshu, are most likely to become experts in certain fields.
There is some truth in both arguments. As far as I am concerned, we should combine selective reading with extensive reading. As a college student, I believe that what counts most is to strike a balance between selective reading with extensive reading. Only by so doing can we benefit most from reading of books.
模版三(原因分析)+ (办法解决)
Nowadays, there is a heated discussion about the issue of .... It is not uncommon that.... What’s worse, even ....
A number of factors are responsible for this phenomenon. For one thing, .... For another, ...Last but not least…
To put an end to such a serious problem is not easy at all, but is worth trying. As ... we should try our best to ...so as to improve the present situation. On the part of the government, it is urgent for it to set some laws and regulations to ..... Only in this way, can we be successful in .... With all the efforts, I am convinced that everything will be much better in the future.
(考试时,有时会偏重原因分析,有时则会偏重解决办法,大家要根据实际情况灵活调整模版)
Pollution of Environment
Nowadays, there is a heated discussion about the issue of the pollution of environment. It is not uncommon that air and rivers have been heavily polluted. What’s worse, even our health is being threatened.
A number of factors are responsible for this phenomenon. For one thing, with the improvement of our living quality, more and more people can afford to use modern facilities, like cars and air conditioners, which makes the environment worse.For another, factories of increasing numbers have been established, pumping their wasters into rivers and lakes.
To put an end to such a serious problem is not easy at all, but is worth trying. As college students we should try our best to avoid polluting the environment in our daily life so as to improve the present situation. On the part of the government, it is urgent for it to set some laws and regulations to severely punish those who do harm to the environment. Only in this way, can we be successful in dealing with pollution of environment. With all the efforts, I am convinced that everything will be much better in the future.
How to Eliminate Cheating on Campus
Nowadays, there is a heated discussion about the issue of cheating on campus. It is not uncommon that some students attempt to get high scores in dishonest ways.
To put an end to such a serious problem is not easy at all, but is worth trying. For one thing, as college students, we should try our best to avoid cheating in tests ourselves so as to improve the present situation. (个人举措) For another, teachers should set a good example for their students by speaking sincerely and behave truthfully. (老师举措)Last but not least, on the part of the school, it is urgent for it to set some regulations to punish those who dare to whisper or copy in the tests. Only in this way, can we be successful in eliminating cheating on campus. (学校举措)With all the efforts, I am convinced that everything will be much better in the future.
本文更偏重解决办法,大家要特别留心行文思路。
分析原因的思路;
事物自身内在因素――外在客观因素
事物自身内在因素:
不利因素:过时,枯燥,浪费钱等等(本质上即事物的弊端,参见前文)
For one thing, they claim that the yearly Gala costs a lot of money on the part of the government and the people. For another, the Gala is somehow too boring to be watched, since the Gala of this year always repeats that of the previous year.
有利因素:省时,有趣等等(本质上即事物的弊端,参见前文)
外在客观因素:
微观:其他同学,老师(学识,性格,),家长,学校(制度)等
宏观:经济,社会,科技的发展等
前看下面几段例证分析的思路:
A number of factors are responsible for the students’ decisions to choose their teachers. For one thing, the character and personality of a lecturer plays a significant role in this issue, which means the teacher should be honest and sincere. (老师的性格,外因1)For another thing, most students tend to choose teachers with more knowledge and wider horizon. (老师的学识,外因二)Last but not least, opinions from other students are likely to bring effects on the decision. In other words, we are possibly influenced by negative or positive words from others.(同学的影响,外因3)
I’m glad to learn that you are going to apply for admission to my university. Based on my knowledge, I suggest you should major in English. For one thing, I know you seem to have a gift for language and you are really good at English. (本身素质,内因)For another, with the development of the world, English will be more and more useful.(外在因素)
Obviously computers are becoming more and more popular. A number of factors are responsible for the increase. For one thing, with the improvement of our living quality, more and more students could afford to purchase computers.(本身经济情况) For another, the development of technology makes it possible for us to study or work with the assistance of computers. (科技发展因素)
(经济,大家要注意,很多情形下,improvement of our living quality, the development of technology都是导致事物发生的原因,可谓寻找原因时的万金油)
For one thing, if you intend to achieve something, you should fully set your mind on what you’re doing. As along as you are diligent and determined enough, nothing will be difficult to you(本身努力). For another, it is common that social resources are always limited and opportunities are only for those prepared minds. Such rare resources and opportunities are just like the worms for those early birds(外在资源有限).
These days, however, more and more people choose not to watch the Gala. A number of factors are responsible for their choice. For one thing, they claim that the yearly Gala costs a lot of money on the part of the government and the people(浪费钱). For another, the Gala is somehow too boring to be watched, since the Gala of this year always repeats that of the previous year(枯燥,本身因素). Last but not least, with the development of the society, we have various recreational activities to entertain ourselves apart from watching the Gala(社会发展,外在因素).
以上这些常见的表达方式,大家要熟记。
寻找解决办法的思路
个人(自觉)――他人(同学,老师,家长)——集体(学校,法令约束)——国家,世界(法令约束,制定宏观计划)----比较同等事物的优缺点,寻找代替物
个人(自觉):
We should try our best to avoid cheating in tests ourselves so as to improve the present situation.
We should well behavior ourselves to…
We should raise the awareness to …
他人(同学,老师,家长,社会各界):
For another, teachers should set a good example for their students by speaking sincerely and behave truthfully.
To improve the study of students, their parents supervise and urge them in their study.
The bus drivers and pedestrians must learn to bide by the traffic regulation if they want to enjoy better traffic.
The citizens should cooperate with the government in dealing with….
集体(学校,法令约束,出台好的机制)
Last but not least, on the part of the school, it is urgent for it to set some regulations to punish those who dare to whisper or copy in the tests.
国家,世界(法令约束,制定宏观计划)
On the part of the government, it is urgent for it to set some laws and regulations to severely punish those who do harm to the environment.
The government should have an overall planning of urban development to make better use of the limited land resources.
比较同等事物的优缺点,寻找代替物
We are expecting to develop a new …..to avoid …
We should encourage the citizens to use public transportation instead of private cars.
此外,议论文有时候会借助图表或谚语进行考察:
2002.06
Student Use of Computers。
Directions: For this part, you are allowed thirty minutes to write a composition on the topic Student Use of Computers. You should write at least 120 words, and base your composition on the chart and the outline given below:
1.上图所示为某校大学生平均每周使用计算机的时间: 1990年(2 hours)、1995年(4 hours)、2002年(14 hours),请描述其变化;
2. 请说明发生这些变化的原因(可从计算机的用途、价格或社会发展等方面加以说明);
3. 你认为目前大学生在计算机使用中有什么困难或问题。
Student Use of Computers
From the chart, we can see clearly that the average number of hours a student spends on the computer per week has increased sharply. In 1990, it was less than 2 hours; and in 1995, it increased to almost 4 hours; while in 2000, the number soared to 20 hours.
Obviously computers are becoming more and more popular. A number of factors are responsible for the increase. For one thing, with the improvement of our living quality, more and more students could afford to purchase computers. For another, the development of technology makes it possible for us to study or work with the assistance of computers.
Along with the benefits brought by the use of computers, there arise some problems. The most serious one is that many students spend so much time playing PC that they ignore their study. As a college student, I believe that what counts most is to strike a balance between study and play. Only by so doing can we benefit most from the use of computers.
From the chart, we can see clearly that….
Obviously….. A number of factors are responsible for…. For one thing, ….. For another, …..
Along with the benefits brought by…., there arise some problems. The most serious one is that….. As a …, I believe that what counts most is to…... Only by so doing can we benefit most from….
从本质上说,图表题其实是“图表阐述+议论文”的模式
趋势变化的说法:
增加 has increased from … in 1990 to …in 1981, and then to 18 in 2002
has increased from … to…, 12% higher than that of the previous year.
Soar to
增加了 Has increased by 12%
减少 decline from … to…
减少了 decline by 12%
对于饼状图表的阐述,比如图书馆中各种书籍占的百分比,我们可以用下面的语言
Among all the books in the library, poplar novels account for 68.2%, while unpopular fictions make up 16.8%, technical books 8.3% and poem only 5.2%.
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1997.01
Early Bird Catches the Worm
1.“早起的鸟又虫吃”是大家熟悉的谚语
2.为何这样说?
Early Bird Catches the Worm
The well-known proverb “Early bird catches the worm” has long been accepted by all of us. It tells that if you want to achieve a goal, you have to start earlier. I fully agree with it. As far as I am concerned, its implication can be justified as follows:
For one thing, if you intend to achieve something, you should fully set your mind on what you’re doing. As along as you are diligent and determined enough, nothing will be difficult to you. For another, it is common that social resources are always limited and opportunities are only for those prepared minds. Such rare resources and opportunities are just like the worms for those early birds.
Since we are living in an age full of competition, diligence seems more than necessary and important for us. To realize our goals, we have to be early birds.
The well-known proverb .... has long been accepted by all of us. It tells that .... I fully agree with it. As far as I am concerned, its implication can be justified as follows:
For one thing, ...... For another,...Last but not least…
Since we are living in an age of….
从本质上说,图表题其实是“谚语引用+议论文”的模式
真题练习
2008.06
For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write a short essay entitled Recreational Activities, You should write at least 120 words following the outline given below:
1.娱乐活动多种多样
2.娱乐活动可以使人们收益,也可能带来危害
3.作为大学生,我认为
Nowadays, there is a heated discussion about the issue of recreational activities in the society. It is not uncommon that different persons entertain themselves in different ways. Some like singing and dancing, others are fond of watching movies or TV series.
The opinions on recreational activities always vary from person to person. Some are in favor of the idea of participating in recreational activities. They hold their view for the reason that recreational activities, singing songs or dancing in particular, can help to relax ourselves both mentally and physically. What’s more, we can make more friends through recreational activities. While others think otherwise, arguing that recreational activities may bring about a series of harm. For one thing, the more recreational activities you take part in, the more money you will spend. For another, those people who are addicted to such activities, like video games, are most likely to fall behind in their work or study.
There is some truth in both arguments. As far as I am concerned, I think the benefits of taking parting in recreational activities overweigh the harm. As a college student, I believe that what counts most is to strike a balance between study and recreational activities. Only by so doing can we benefit most from various recreational activities around us.
2007.12
What Electives to Choose
For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write a short essay entitled What Electives to Choose. You should write at least 120 words following the outline given below:
1.各大学开设了各种各样的选修课
2.学生因为各种原因选择了不同的选修课
3.以你自己为例
What Electives to Choose
Nowadays, there is a heated discussion about the issue of elective courses in the society. It is not uncommon that students are allowed to choose various elective courses provided by the university where they study.
A number of factors are responsible for the students’ decisions to choose their elective courses. Some students choose electives simply because they have too much free time in their hands. Some students just want to acquire more knowledge and broaden their horizon, since the information and knowledge learned in regular classes is still far from enough. There are still students who pick up electives out of their interest and on an impulse. On the contrary, other students select electives with a clear purpose in their mind, that is, to learn some practical skills. By doing so, they can make themselves more competitive in future job-hunting when they are to graduate.
As far as I am concerned, I expect to learn both theoretical knowledge and practical skills from the elective courses I’ve chosen. To make myself a student of broad horizon and much knowledge, I have to make the best use of the valuable time on campus.
2007.06
Welcome to Our Club (社团招募书)
For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write an announcement to welcome students to join a club. You should write at least 120 minutes following the outline given below:
1.本社团的主要活动内容
2.参加本社团的好处
3.如何加入本社团
Welcome to Our Club
Good morning, fellow students,
You are highly welcome to join our club. Our “English Study Club” aims to help students to improve their English, their oral English in particular. There are various activities available to the members, such as English Corner, English lectures, English song singing competition, etc.
If you choose our club to join, you will find you’ve made quite a wise decision. The benefits you can gain from our club are beyond your widest dreams. For one thing, you will have more opportunities to practice your oral English by participating in English Corner. For another, you may make new friends through the activities organized by our club every week, which will undoubtedly enrich your college life. Las but not least, you can attend the lectures given by some famous professors in English learning so that your horizon will be further broadened.
If you are interested in our club, please don’t hesitate to join us. You can reach us at the phone number 1234567. We are always looking forward to your joining. Thanks a lot for your attention.
应用文一定要注意格式:
2006.12
Spring Festival Gala on CCTV
1.许多人喜欢在除夕夜观看春节联欢晚会
2.有些人却提出取消春节联欢晚会
3.在我看来。。。
Spring Festival Gala on CCTV
Nowadays, there is a heated discussion about the Spring Festival Gala in the society. It is not uncommon that a number of Chinese people focus their eyes on the Gala on the eve of the lunar New Year. It seems that the Gala has become an inevitable part of the celebration of the New Year.
These days, however, more and more people choose not to watch the Gala. A number of factors are responsible for their choice. For one thing, they claim that the yearly Gala costs a lot of money on the part of the government and the people. For another, the Gala is somehow too boring to be watched, since the Gala of this year always repeats that of the previous year. Last but not least, with the development of the society, we have various recreational activities to entertain ourselves apart from watching the Gala.
There is some truth in their arguments. As far as I am concerned, however, I think it is necessary to keep the Gala. I believe that what counts most is to build the exiting Gala into a better one by inviting more big names in China’s film and entertainment industry to perform on that Gala stage.
2006.06 (旧)
Volunteers Needed
1.校学生会将组织一次暑期志愿者活动,现招募志愿者。
2.本次志愿者活动的目的,内容、安排等。
3.报名条件及联系方式。
2006.06 (新)
On Students Selecting Lecturers
For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write a short essay on the topic of students selecting their lecturers. You should write at least 120 minutes following the outline given below:
1.有些大学与叙学生自由选择某些课程的任课老师
2.学生选择老师时考虑的主要因素
3.学生自由选择老师带来的益处和可能产生的问题
On Students Selecting Lecturers
Nowadays, there is a heated discussion about the issue of students selecting their lecturers in the society. It is not uncommon that students in some universities are allowed to choose lecturers for some specific courses.
A number of factors are responsible for the students’ decisions to choose their teachers. For one thing, the character and personality of a lecturer plays a significant role in this issue, which means the teacher should be honest and sincere. For another thing, most students tend to choose teachers with more knowledge and wider horizon. Last but not least, opinions from other students are likely to bring effects on the decision. In other words, we are possibly influenced by negative or positive words from others.
Obviously, there is no consensus of opinions among people as to the view of this matter. On the one hand, students are given more freedom to choose the teachers they favour. On the other hand, some teachers who fail to please students will be put into a disadvantageous position. From what has been discussed above, we may safely draw the conclusion that further attention should be paid to this matter.
2005.12
Should the University Campus Be Open to Tourists?
1.名校校园正成为旅游的新热点
2.校园是否应该对游客开放,人们看法不同
3.我认为…….
Should the University Campus Be Open to Tourists?
Nowadays, there is a heated discussion about the issue that whether the university campus should be open to tourists in the society. It is not uncommon that more and more tourists, high school students and their eager parents in particular, choose to visit some renowned universities, like Qinghua University or Beijing University.
The opinions on this issue always vary from person to person. Some are in favor of the idea of opening the universities to tourists. They hold their view for the reason that by doing so, high school students and their parents will gain a better knowledge about the universities they want to apply with. What’s more, the universities can enhance both their financial income and academic popularity by opening themselves to the tourists. While others think otherwise, arguing that it may bring about a series of harm. They insist that crowds of tourists will inevitably disturb the learning environment on campus.
There is some truth in both arguments. As far as I am concerned, I think the benefits of opening the universities to tourists overweigh the harm. As a college student, I believe that it is time to get rid of the idea that university campuses are for only education.
2005.06
In Honor of Teacher on the Occasion of Teacher’s Day
For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write an essay in honor of Teacher’s Day of no less than 120 words. You may base your writing on the following outline:
3.向老师表达节日祝贺
4.从一件小事来回忆老师的教诲和无私的奉献
3. 我如何回报老师的关爱
Teacher’s Day
September the 10th is a glamorous and special day. On the occasion, we will show our thanks to our teachers who care us and educate us.
I still remember that when I failed to gain opportunity to participate in the English speaking contest, my heart sank. The frustration and sadness almost overwhelmed me as I felt I was discarded. I thought I would never dare to speak English in public. At that time, it was Mr. Wang, my English teacher, who helped me to regain my confidence. Besides, he also offered immediate help and advice on oral English, which made me realize my weakness and know how to improve. Thanks to his help and encouragement, I soon recovered my confidence. Above all, I learned to enjoy participating instead of focusing on prize.
On the special day, I’d like to extend my heart-felt thanks to he and to all the teachers under the sun. I promise that I will study harder to make my contributions to the society. Only by so doing can we repay what we’ve gained from our teachers.
注意:继续文一定要注意时态,叙述过去的事情要用过去时。
2005.01
A Campaign of Speech (竞选演讲)
For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write a campaign speech in support of your election to the post of chairman of the student union. You should write at least 120 words following outline given below in Chinese:
1.你认为自己具备是什么条件(能力,性格,爱好)可以胜任学生会工作,
2.如果当选你将会为本校同学做什么?
A Campaign of Speech
Good morning, ladies and gentlemen,
It gives me much honour and delight to have the chance to run for chairman of the Student Union. I’m Li Lei, from the Department of Law. I believe that I am fully qualified for the position of chairman.
I have all the qualities that the position requires. For one thing, I’m a competent leader. Over the past 2 years, I have been working as the monitor of my class. My job has always been widely recognized and praised by my classmates and teachers. For another, as far as my character is concerned, I’m very cooperative and easy-going, ready to accept different opinions and advice from others. Last but not least, I enjoy a variety of hobbies, such as playing football and playing the piano.
If I were elected, I would try my best to do whatever I could for my fellow students. For example, I would organize various activities to enrich our university life. Moreover, I would also invite some famous scholars to give speeches in our university, which would undoubtedly broaden the horizon of my fellow students. All in all, I would dedicate all myself to serving all of you. If you believe in me, please cast your vote for me. Thank you!
本文相当于 自我介绍+原因+措施
2004.06
A Brief Introduction to a Tourist Attraction
Your role: a tour guide
Your audience: a group of foreign tourists
Your introduction should include:
● some welcoming words
● the schedule for the day
● a description the place the tourists will be visiting
(e.g. a scenic spot or a historical site, etc.)
You should make the introduction interesting and the arrangements for the day clear to everybody.
A Brief Introduction to a Tourist Attraction
Good morning, ladies and gentlemen,
Welcome to Shanghai, China. To begin with, I’d like to introduce my self. I am Li Lei, from Shanghai Travel Agency. It gives much pleasure to be your guide.
The schedule for today is as follows: first, at 8:00 a.m., we’ll set out from Yinhe Hotel for Shanghai Middle School. We’ll have lunch at a nice restaurant near the school. After that, we will spend our time with some students from the school.
Located at the downtown area of Shanghai, Shanghai Middle School is one of the most famous schools in Shanghai. It is famous not only for its academic reputation but also for its beautiful campus. During your visit, you will enjoy a great view of green trees and blooming flowers. You will also have the chance to have a closer look at the real life of the Chinese middle school students and teachers.
I hope you will enjoy your time. Should you have any questions, please feel free to ask me at any time. I’m always at your service!
2004.01
A Letter in Reply to a Friend
For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write a letter to a friend’s inquiry about applying for admission to your college or university.
1.建议报考的专业及理由
2.报考该专业的基本条件
3.应当如何备考
A Letter in Reply to a Friend
January 8th, 2004
Dear Tom,
I’m glad to learn that you are going to apply for admission to my university. Based on my knowledge, I suggest you should major in English. For one thing, I know you seem to have a gift for language and you are really good at English. For another, with the development of the world, English will be more and more useful.
If you really intend to choose English as your major, you should pay more attention to your oral English. Of course, you have to do well in the National College Entrance Examination; otherwise, you may have to choose another major. However, it is unnecessary to be nervous. I am sure you will succeed as long as you’re well prepared.
Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact me. I’m looking forward to meeting you on our campus.
Sincerely Yours,
Alex
Dear Tom,
I’m glad to learn that…. Based on my knowledge, I suggest ….. For one thing, …... For another, …...
If you really intend to …., you should pay more attention to …. Of course, you have to ….; otherwise, ….. However, it is unnecessary to ….. I am sure you will succeed as long as ….
Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact me. I’m looking forward to …...
Sincerely Yours,
Alex
2003.09
The Day My Classmate Fell Ill/ Got Injured
1.简单叙述一下这位同学生病/受伤的情形;
2.同学,老师和我是如何帮助他的
3.人与人之间的这种关爱给我的感受是…….
2003.6
An Eye-witness Account of a Traffic Accident
假设你在某日某时某地目击一起车祸,就此写一份见证书。
见证书须包括以下几点:
1.车祸发生的时间及地点
2.你所见到的车祸情况
3.你对车祸原因的分析
An Eye-witness Account of a Traffic Accident
It was the morning of April 6th, 2003. At about 7:30, I went to school by bike as usual. It was a rainy day and the road was very slippery. On the way to school, I noticed a boy riding in front of me, talking loudly with his friends. He didn’t wear a raincoat; instead he held an umbrella in one hand, and rode with another hand. As he turned left to Guangming Road, he failed to see a car running towards him. Suddenly I heard a screaming cry. The boy was knocked down by the car. I was completely shocked.
I think the boy’s absent-mindedness was responsible for the accident. He was talking and riding carelessly all the time. The weather also played a role in the tragedy. All these contributed to this accident. From the accident, I’ve learned that we should be safety-conscious all the time, especially when we are walking or riding on streets.