China_ I Am Proud of You(1)
China, I Am Proud of You!
Good morning / afternoon ladies and gentlemen,
It’s a great honor to present my speech here. First of all, please let me introduce myself. My name is Wang Yan. I am from Beijing Information Management School. The title of my speech is “China, I Am Proud of You!”
Before I start my speech, I want to ask you a question. What is your favorite season? I love autumn because it is a beautiful harvest season which brings us achievements and celebrations. I love the fallen leaves covering the ground with golden yellow. I love the deep and intense blue sky, which seems brighter than any other season. In autumn, I feel more alive because the season brings me hope. Yet this autumn is even more special and magnificent because we are welcoming the 60th birthday of our great nation！
Since the establishment of the People’s Republic of China, great changes have been taking place gradually around us. We have observed significant progress in many fields such as our economy and culture. In the late 1970’s,the adoption of the Reform and Opening up policy marked a new stage of China. This allowed food and goods to become more than adequate. A larger quantity of cars and computers have become more accessible for ordinary families. Many new buildings have been built in cities, towns, and villages. Our present way of life has greatly improved compared to our country’s past way of life. China has evolved from an economically backward and socially unstable country; and has become one of the major world powers.
In China’s sixty-year history, there have been many big events that
remain in every Chinese’s heart. Some of them have been exciting, while
others have been sorrowful. The year 2008 is an unforgettable year for
the Chinese people because it brought us both joy and sorrow.
The 2008 Olympic Games was one of the big events in which we are
very proud. It was a dream which all Chinese had expected for a hundred
years that finally became reality. The opening ceremony was most impressive to me, as it reviewed the long history and brilliant
culture of our country. The Games promoted the communication
between China and other countries; and changed the attitude toward
China that other countries once held.
Another event that shocked the whole world was the terrible earthquake which happened in Sichuan province. I am a Sichuan girl. It
isn’t hard to imagine how astonished I was w hen I received the sad message. The whole nation was shocked just as I was. Facing the disaster,
our nation became ever more united, and everyone tried their best to
help the people in need. Young soldiers risked their lives to rescue people
and treasure. Doctors and nurses worked day and night to save lives. Volunteers rushed to the front to assist others, regardless of various
dangers that may occur any minute. Every Chinese donated money and materials to help the people in the disaster area rebuild their homes.
After a year’s endeavor, the Sichuan people have been gradually recovering from the tragedy. People moved into new houses; students
came back to the campus; and adults began working again. I am delighted
to see smiles coming back to my local people’s faces as well as energy,
hope, and confidence.
In the past sixty years, we have achieved remarkable success. We have also met a great deal of challenges and difficulties. However, history has proved the brilliant and diligent Chinese can conquer all difficulties and continue to make progress every year.
I love you, my Motherland! You are the root of my life, the power of my growth, and the anchor of my spirit! I’m proud of you for your picturesque rivers and trees! I’m proud of you for giving us your sweet spring water and rich resources! I’m proud of you for teaching me that I should have a backbone like a mountain and a heart like the ocean! I am sure that through the efforts of our whole nation, a better life and a more harmonious society are around the corner. Have you seen them?
That’s the end of my speech. Thank you for listening!