1-15届全国创新英语大赛初、复赛试题
全国“创新英语大赛”第5届至第10届初复赛作文题
全国“创新英语大赛”第5届至第10届初复赛作文题第十届全国创新英语大赛初赛作文题Directions:Recently, Amy Chua, or the “Tiger Mother”, aroused heated discussions both in US and in China with her book, Battle Hymn of the Tiger Mother. The following are the ten things she lists in her book that she strictly forbids her two daughters to do:Attend a sleepover (a party for children in which they stay the night at someone’s house);Have a play date (in which children hang out with their friends);Be in a school play;Complain about not being in a school play;Watch TV or play computer games;Choose their own extracurricular activities;Get any grade less than an A;Not be the No. 1 student in every subject except gym and drama;Play any instrument other than the piano or violin;Not play the piano or violin.You are invited to write under either of the following two topics. The length of your writing should not exceed 300 words.Suppose you are a “tiger parent”. Write a letter to your child and explain to her/him your ideas about tiger parenting.Suppose you are a child who has tiger parents. Write a letter to your parents and explain to them your ideas about tiger parenting.第十届全国创新英语大赛复赛作文题Chinese people always have the tradition of helping others; regardless of a friend or a stranger. However, in recent years, people find that when they try to help others, some changes are taking places. One of the most common examples is that, a passer-by who sent an injured senior people to hospital would be very likely to be recognized as the accident-maker. This kind of events is being rerun again and again. When trapped in the dilemma of tradition and trouble, what would be your choice?第九届创新英语大赛初赛作文题Topic: Natural DisastersDirections:Read the following paragraph and write a composition as stated in about 300 words. Your composition will be graded according to clarity, accuracy and meaningfulness.A natural disaster is the effect of a natural hazard (e.g. flood, drought, tornado, volcano eruption, earthquake, typhoon, tsunami, or landslide) that affects the environment, and leads to financial, environmental and/or human losses. Recently, we can see many natural disasters occured home and abroad and huge damage have been made either to the environment or to our human lives. Those natural disasters urge us to reconsider our beliefs and actions toward our mother nature when we seek for clothes, food, and sheltering etc.Therefore, what is your attitude toward the natural disasters? What shall we do to prevent us from being simply destroyed? What kind of role did we play in the causes of those dreadful disasters? Your writing ought to contain three parts, your viewpoint, the supporting ideas, and the conclusion.第九届创新英语大赛复赛作文试题Topic:Should We Follow Fashions?Directions:Some people say that fashion is just for selling clothes, so we should not follow it and we should dress what we like and feel comfortable in it. How far do you agree with them? Write an essay on the following topic: should we follow fashions?Requirements:Illustrate your view on the topic with no less than 250 words and write down your opinions and reasons so long as they are reasonable.第八届创新英语大赛初赛作文题Directions:Read the following paragraph and write a composition as stated at about 300 words in 60 minutes. Your composition will be graded according to clarity, accuracy and meaningfulness.Some experts claim that parents` attitudes toward solving teenage problems are crucial determinants of child personality development. Do you agree or disagree? What role does parental attitude play in child rearing and personality development? You writing ought to contain three parts, your viewpoint, the supporting ideas, and the conclusion.第八届创新英语大赛复赛试题作文：Directions:Read the following paragraph and write a composition as stated at about 300 words in 60 minutes. Your composition will be graded according to clarity, accuracy and meaningfulness.In accordance with CRI news, the spirit of Chinese volunteers, from responding to the May 12 earthquake to the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games, not only touched the Chinese people, but also generated worldwide attention. Official statistics show that china has accumulated about 8 billion hours of volunteer work from 380 million volunteers since 1993 and is going to have more and more volunteers, especially the youth.How do you understand volunteer work? In what way(s) is it important to promote the well-being of individuals, families, communities and theworld at large? Your writing ought to contain three parts, your viewpoint, the supporting ideas, and the conclusion.作文命题思路和评分细则：该作文题目就我国近年来越来越受重视和各认同的志愿者工作，对考生的观察能力、思维能力和社会体验能力进行考察。
近年全国创新英语大赛复赛试题整理
第十一届全国创新英语大赛复赛试题Directions: Would you expect a “thank you” when you give your seat to an old man, or a woman with her baby? How do you feel if they take your seat without even taking a look at you? Would you be angry? You are given 60 minutes to state your view on the topic within less than 300 words. You can add a title by yourself.第十一届全国创新英语大赛复赛口语试题（选编）A组A01."Tell me about a birthday(your own or someone else's)that you enjoyedYou should say: what the occasion was,how you celebrated the birthday,whether you usually celebrate birthdays in this way,and explain how you felt at this birthday celebration."A02."Tell me about a ceremonial event that you either watched or attendedYou should say: what the event was and where it took place,If it is a regular event or a “one-off”,how you felt about it,and explain why you think it is special."A03."Tell me about a teenager/ child you know or knewYou should say: what the teenager/ child is/ was,whether you have had a lot of contact with this child,whether you and this child have/ had any common interests,and explain what you think about children in general."A04."Tell me about one of your classmatesYou should say: who the classmate is/ was and how you met him/ her,what the classmate is / was like,whether you had a good relationship,and say whether other people in your class have/ had a similar opinion of this Person."A05."Tell me about a controversial issue in your countryYou should say: what the issue is and why it is so controversial,what the arguments are on this issue,what most people think about it,and explain what your opinion on this issue is."A06."Tell me about a cultural event that you either saw on TV or went to.You should say: what the event was and where it took place,If it is a national event or only local/ regional,and how you felt about it."A07."Tell me about a family event that you attended.You should say: what the event was,which members of your family were there,whether this is a regular family event,and explain how you generally feel about family events."A08."Tell me about a holiday you have taken.You should say: when and where you went on the holiday,If it is a popular holiday destination,what you did on the holiday,and say what was special about it."A09."Tell me about your favorite actor or actress/ a famous person who you particularly admire.You should say: who the person is/ was and where he/she is from,what movies he/she has starred in,why you particularly like him/her and explain how other people think of him in your country."A10."Tell me about a character from a film or TV programme.You should say: who the character is/ was,how often you have watched him/her,what kind of person this character is/was,and explain what you think of this character."B组B01."Tell me about a newspaper or magazine you read regularly.You should say: how often you read it,how much it costs,whether it is popular in your country,and explain why you like this newspaper or magazine."B02."Tell me about a piece of music or a song that you particularly enjoy.You should say: what the music/song is and when you first heard it,who wrote it or sang it,If it is popular with other people,and explain your feelings when you hear this music or song."B03."Tell me about a positive experience you had when you were a teenager.You should say: what the experience was,why it was a good experience,whether many teenagers experience this,and explain how it influenced you as a teenager."B04."Tell me about an important piece of family news that you found out recently.You should say: what the news was,when you heard about it,how you heard about it,and explain how the member of your family felt when this news arrived."B05."Tell me about a postcard or letter you received.You should say: when you received the postcard or letter,who it was from,why he/she sent it to you,and explain how you felt when you received the postcard or letter."B06."Tell me about a shop you like to go to.You should say: where the shop is and what it sells,something about the people who work there,why you like that shop in particular,and say whether other people have a similar opinion of this shop."B07."Tell me about a strange or unusual place you have visited or heard about.You should say: where the place is and why it is unusual,If the people there are also unusual or special,what you can see and do there,and explain how you feel about this place."B08."Tell me about a radio programme you have listened to.You should say: what the radio programme is/was about,whether you listen to it regularly,whether you know other people who like listening to it,and explain why you listen(ed) to it."B09."Tell me about a room in your home.You should say: where the room is in your home,how often you use it,what you use it for,and explain why you chose to talk about that room."B10."Tell me about a school trip that you went on.You should say: where you went and when,why your teachers took you on this trip,what you did on the trip,and say why the trip was memorable."C组C01."Tell me about something you are good at.You should say: what it is that you are good at,whether you know other people who are good at this,why being good at this is useful to you,and explain how you became good at this."C02."Tell me about something interesting you hope to do in the future.You should say: what it is you hope to do,what you will need to do in order to achieve this,whether you will need help from other people to achieve this,and explain why you want to do this."C03."Tell me about something you bought that you were not happy with.You should say: what it was you bought,what the problem with itwas,where you bought it,and explain how the situation was resolved."C04."Tell me about an occasion on which you were late.You should say: what the occasion was,why you were late,how the other people reacted to your lateness,and explain what you said to everyone."C05."Tell me about a subject you enjoyed studying at secondary school.You should say: what the subject was and why you liked it,how the teachers taught this subject,how important it has been, or will be, in your life,and say if you are good at this subject."C06."Tell me about a club, a team or group that you know about.You should say: what the club/team/group was,how many people were in it,how long you were/have been a member of this group,and explain how you can benefit from being part of this group."C07."Tell me about a three-day holiday/ a journey you would like to take.You should say: what you would do on this holiday,where you would go,who you would go with,and explain why you would take this holiday."C08."Tell me about a time when you helped someone with a problem or difficulty.You should say: what the problem or difficulty was,who was having the problem or difficulty,whether this is a common problem that people have,and explain how you helped the person with it."C09."Tell me about a time you were very busy.You should say: what the situation was,whether people are often busy with this kind of thing,whether you received any help from other people,and explain how you felt when you were busy."C10."Tell me about a toy you had when you were a child.You should say: what the toy is/was,when you first got it,whether this is/was a popular toy with children,and explain whether you would give this toy to your own child."第十届全国创新英语大赛复赛作文题Chinese people always have the tradition of helping others; regardless of a friend or a stranger. However, in recent years, people find that when they try to help others, some changes are taking places. One of the most common examples is that, a passer-by who sent an injured senior people to hospital would be very likely to be recognized as the accident-maker. This kind of events is being rerun again and again. When trapped in the dilemma of tradition and trouble, what would be your choice?A组A01. Who, in your view, is the greatest athlete and how does he or she influence the lives of others? Why?A02. What are the negative social effects of advertisements?A03. Is there a generation gap between you and your parents? What do you think causes this generation gap? What can be done to solve this problem？A04. What does the recent royal wedding in Great Britain mean to the public? Why were they so excited about it?A05. If you became the richest man or woman in China, what kind of life do you think you would lead?B组B01. Should romantic relations among students be encouraged? Why or why not?B02. What does your parents forbid you from doing when you were in senior high school?B03. What are some of the effective and ineffective methods people use to cope with stress?B04. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of using the Internet. Will the Internet isolate us from one another?B05. If your school asked all the students to wear school uniform, and you were the head teacher. What would you say to persuade the students?C组C01. What role does music play in your life? Do you listen to music while studying? Do you think it is a good habit?C02. Which emperor do you like best in Chinese history?C03. Some people say. “We learn more outside class than in it” Do you agree？Why or Why not？C04. Do you think music can affect people’s lives, for example, calming them down, cheering them up, or increasing efficiency?C05. What do you prefer, watching movies at home or at the cinema? Why?第九届创新英语大赛复赛作文试题Topic:Should We Follow Fashions?Directions:Some people say that fashion is just for selling clothes, so we should not follow it and we should dress what we like and feel comfortable in it. How far do you agree with them? Write an essay on the following topic: should we follow fashions?Requirements:Illustrate your view on the topic with no less than 250 words and write down your opinions and reasons so long as they are reasonable.口语题：A组1.What do you always do to realize a low carbon society（低碳社会）?2.How do you think of this competition? Give us some suggestions.3.Some people are always pursuing famous brands（品牌）nowadays.What do you think?4.Do you think watching TV too much is a waste of time? why？B组1.If you can, will you consider about going abroad to study after you graduate from high school? Why?2.What do you think of programs such as SUPER VOICE GIRL & HAPPY BOY?3.The world cup brings passion to the whole world. What’s your opinion on China’s not capable of attending such a splendid event（精彩赛事）?4.Do you participate in this contest voluntarily （自愿地）or somebody forced you to do so? What do you think of this contest？C组1.Have you considered being a teacher in the future? If you were one of your teachers, what will you do to make your students better?2.Talk about the most unforgettable match you watched or even experienced.3.Do you think participating in English speaking contests is a good way to improve your English? In your opinion, what is the best way?4.Do you think there is a generation gap between you and your parents？Why do you think so？D组1.What do you do to improve your oral English in your daily study?2.Who’s your favorite star? Why?3.Do you enjoy traveling? Why?4.Do you remember your parents’ birthday? How do you celebrate？E组1.What do your family do to save water and electricity2.Do you think health is more important than money? Why?3.Imagine that you are going to Canada to study for a whole year, what do you expect to learn there? Any plan?4.Which song do you like best? Why?。
英语创新竞赛试题及答案
英语创新竞赛试题及答案一、选择题（每题2分，共20分）1. Which of the following is NOT a fruit?A. AppleB. CarrotC. BananaD. Orange2. The word "unique" is an example of:A. AdjectiveB. NounC. AdverbD. Verb3. In the sentence "She is the only one who can solve this problem," the phrase "the only one" refers to:A. A single personB. The only personC. The only thingD. The only solution4. The past tense of "begin" is:A. BeganB. BegunC. BeginingD. Begun5. What is the meaning of the phrase "break the ice"?A. To stop the ice from meltingB. To make a hole in the iceC. To initiate a conversationD. To cool down the room6. The opposite of "agree" is:A. DisagreeB. AgreeC. LikeD. Dislike7. The phrase "at a loss" means:A. Confused or not knowing what to doB. Winning a prizeC. Having a profitD. Losing something8. The word "elaborate" when used as a verb means:A. To make something simpleB. To make something more complicatedC. To make something more detailedD. To make something less detailed9. The preposition "beside" is used to indicate:A. TimeB. PlaceC. ComparisonD. Purpose10. The idiom "barking up the wrong tree" means:A. Making a mistakeB. Planting a treeC. Being very loudD. Following the right path二、填空题（每空1分，共10分）11. The word "____" means "very small."A. TinyB. LargeC. BigD. Small12. "____" is used to express agreement with a statement.A. YesB. OkayC. IndeedD. No13. The phrase "____" can be used to describe a person who is very careful and precise.A. A stickler for detailB. A detail-oriented personC. A careless personD. A person with no attention to detail14. The word "____" is used to describe something that is very old.A. NewB. OldC. AncientD. Recent15. "____" is a phrase used to express that something is not important or serious.A. No big dealB. A big issueC. A serious matterD. A major concern三、阅读理解（每题3分，共15分）Read the following passage and answer the questions.Passage:Innovation is the key to progress. It drives the development of technology and society. Without innovation, we would still be using outdated methods and tools. Innovations can come from various fields, such as science, technology, art, and even everyday life. They can be simple or complex, but they all contribute to making our lives better.16. What is the main idea of the passage?A. The importance of innovationB. The history of innovationC. The types of innovationD. The process of innovation17. According to the passage, what can drive the development of technology and society?A. Old methods and toolsB. Outdated practicesC. New ideas and methodsD. Traditional ways of thinking18. The passage suggests that innovations can come from:A. One specific fieldB. Various fieldsC. Only from scientistsD. Only from artists19. What does the passage say about the nature of innovations?A. They are always complexB. They are always simpleC. They can be simple or complexD. They are never simple20. The passage implies that innovations contribute to:A. Making our lives worseB. Making our lives the sameC. Making our lives betterD. Making our lives more complicated四、作文（15分）21. Write an essay on the topic "The Role of Innovation in Modern Society." Your essay should be at least 200 words and should include an introduction, body paragraphs, and a conclusion.五、答案1. B。
创新英语大赛复赛口语题
第十届全国创新英语大赛复赛口语与作文试题（选编）A组A01. Who, in your view, is the greatest athlete and how does he or she influence the lives of others? Why?A02. What are the negative social effects of advertisements?A03. Is there a generation gap between you and your parents? What do you think causes this generation gap? What can be done to solve this problem？A04. What does the recent royal wedding in Great Britain mean to the public? Why were they so excited about it?A05. If you became the richest man or woman in China, what kind of life do you think you would lead?B组B01. Should romantic relations among students be encouraged? Why or why not?B02. What does your parents forbid you from doing when you were in senior high school?B03. What are some of the effective and ineffective methods people use to cope with stress?B04. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of using the Internet. Will the Internet isolate us from one another?B05. If your school asked all the students to wear school uniform, and you were the head teacher. What would you say to persuade the students?C组C01. What role does music play in your life? Do you listen to music while studying? Do you think it is a good habit?C02. Which emperor do you like best in Chinese history?C03. Some people say. “We learn more outside class than in it” Do you agree？Why or Why not？C04. Do you think music can affect people’s lives, for example, calming them down, cheering them up, or increasing efficiency?C05. What do you prefer, watching movies at home or at the cinema? Why?作文Chinese people always have the tradition of helping others; regardless of a friend or a stranger. However, in recent years, people find that when they try to help others, some changes are taking places. One of the most common examples is that, a passer-by who sent an injured senior people to hospital would be very likely to be recognized as the accident-maker. This kind of events is being rerun again and again. When trapped in the dilemma of tradition and trouble, what would be your choice?第十一届全国创新英语大赛复赛口语与作文试题（选编）A组A01."Tell me about a birthday(your own or someone else's)that you enjoyedYou should say: what the occasion was,how you celebrated the birthday,whether you usually celebrate birthdays in this way,and explain how you felt at this birthday celebration."A02."Tell me about a ceremonial event that you either watched or attendedYou should say: what the event was and where it took place,If it is a regular event or a “one-off”,how you felt about it,and explain why you think it is special."A03."Tell me about a teenager/ child you know or knewYou should say: what the teenager/ child is/ was,whether you have had a lot of contact with this child,whether you and this child have/ had any common interests,and explain what you think about children in general."A04."Tell me about one of your classmatesYou should say: who the classmate is/ was and how you met him/ her,what the classmate is / was like,whether you had a good relationship,and say whether other people in your class have/ had a similar opinion of this Person."A05."Tell me about a controversial issue in your countryY ou should say: what the issue is and why it is so controversial,what the arguments are on this issue,what most people think about it,and explain what your opinion on this issue is."A06."Tell me about a cultural event that you either saw on TV or went to.You should say: what the event was and where it took place,If it is a national event or only local/ regional,and how you felt about it."A07."Tell me about a family event that you attended.You should say: what the event was,which members of your family were there,whether this is a regular family event,and explain how you generally feel about family events."A08."Tell me about a holiday you have taken.You should say: when and where you went on the holiday,If it is a popular holiday destination,what you did on the holiday,and say what was special about it."A09."Tell me about your favorite actor or actress/ a famous person who you particularly admire.You should say: who the person is/ was and where he/she is from,what movies he/she has starred in,why you particularly like him/her and explain how other people think of him in your country."A10."Tell me about a character from a film or TV programme.You should say: who the character is/ was,how often you have watched him/her,what kind of person this character is/was,and explain what you think of this character."B组B01."Tell me about a newspaper or magazine you read regularly.You should say: how often you read it,how much it costs,whether it is popular in your country,andexplain why you like this newspaper or magazine."B02."Tell me about a piece of music or a song that you particularly enjoy.You should say: what the music/song is and when you first heard it,who wrote it or sang it,If it is popular with other people,and explain your feelings when you hear this music or song."B03."Tell me about a positive experience you had when you were a teenager.You should say: what the experience was,why it was a good experience,whether many teenagers experience this,and explain how it influenced you as a teenager."B04."Tell me about an important piece of family news that you found out recently.You should say: what the news was,when you heard about it,how you heard about it,and explain how the member of your family felt when this news arrived."B05."Tell me about a postcard or letter you received.You should say: when you received the postcard or letter,who it was from,why he/she sent it to you,and explain how you felt when you received the postcard or letter."B06."Tell me about a shop you like to go to.You should say: where the shop is and what it sells,something about the people who work there,why you like that shop in particular,and say whether other people have a similar opinion of this shop."B07."Tell me about a strange or unusual place you have visited or heard about.You should say: where the place is and why it is unusual,If the people there are also unusual or special,what you can see and do there,and explain how you feel about this place."B08."Tell me about a radio programme you have listened to.You should say: what the radio programme is/was about,whether you listen to it regularly,whether you know other people who like listening to it,and explain why you listen(ed) to it."B09."Tell me about a room in your home.You should say: where the room is in your home,how often you use it,what you use it for,and explain why you chose to talk about that room."B10."Tell me about a school trip that you went on.You should say: where you went and when,why your teachers took you on this trip,what you did on the trip,and say why the trip was memorable."C组C01."Tell me about something you are good at.You should say: what it is that you are good at,whether you know other people who are good at this,why being good at this is useful to you,and explain how you became good at this."C02."Tell me about something interesting you hope to do in the future.You should say: what it is you hope to do,what you will need to do in order to achieve this,whether you will need help from other people to achieve this,and explain why you want to do this."C03."Tell me about something you bought that you were not happy with.You should say: what it was you bought,what the problem with it was,where you bought it,and explain how the situation was resolved."C04."Tell me about an occasion on which you were late.You should say: what the occasion was,why you were late,how the other people reacted to your lateness,and explain what you said to everyone."C05."Tell me about a subject you enjoyed studying at secondary school.You should say: what the subject was and why you liked it,how the teachers taught this subject,how important it has been, or will be, in your life,and say if you are good at this subject."C06."Tell me about a club, a team or group that you know about.You should say: what the club/team/group was,how many people were in it,how long you were/have been a member of this group,and explain how you can benefit from being part of this group."C07."Tell me about a three-day holiday/ a journey you would like to take.You should say: what you would do on this holiday,where you would go,who you would go with,and explain why you would take this holiday."C08."Tell me about a time when you helped someone with a problem or difficulty.You should say: what the problem or difficulty was,who was having the problem or difficulty,whether this is a common problem that people have,and explain how you helped the person with it."C09."Tell me about a time you were very busy.You should say: what the situation was,whether people are often busy with this kind of thing,whether you received any help from other people,and explain how you felt when you were busy."C10."Tell me about a toy you had when you were a child.You should say: what the toy is/was,when you first got it,whether this is/was a popular toy with children,and explain whether you would give this toy to your own child."作文Directions: Would you expect a “thank you” when you give your seat to an old man, or a woman with her baby? How do you feel if they take your seat without even taking a look at you? Would you be angry? You are given 60 minutes to state your view on the topic within less than 300 words. You can add a title by yourself.。
创新英语大赛历届口语真题.doc
英语创新大赛历届口语真题A组1.What do you always do to realize a low carbon society （彳氐碳社会）?2.How do you think of this competition? Give us some suggestions.3.Some people are always pursuing famous brands （品牌）nowadays.What do youthink?4.Do you think watching TV too much is a waste of time? why?B组1.If you can, will you consider about going abroad to study after you graduate fromhigh school? Why?2.What do you think of programs such as SUPER VOICE GIRL & HAPPY BOY?3.The world cup brings passion to the whole world. WhaFs your opinion on China'snot capable of attending such a splendid event （术青彩赛事）?4.Do you participate in this contest voluntarily （自愿］也）or somebody forcedyou to do so? What do you think of this contest?c组1.Have you considered being a teacher in the future? If you were one of yourteachers, what will you do to make your students better?2.Talk about the most unforgettable match you watched or even experienced.3.Do you think participating in English speaking contests is a good way to improveyour English? In your opinion, what is the best way?4.Do you think there is a generation gap between you and your parents ? Why doyou think so?D组1.What do you do to improve your oral English in your daily study?2.Who，s your favorite star? Why?3.Do you enjoy traveling? Why?4.Do you remember your parents9 birthday? How do you celebrate?E组1 .What do your family do to save water and electricity2.Do you think health is more important than money? Why?3.Imagine that you are going to Canada to study for a whole year, what do youexpect to learn there? Any plan?4.Which song do you like best? Why?A组I • Who, in your view, is the greatest athlete and how does he or she influence thelives of others? Why?2.What are the negative social effects of advertisements?3.Is there a generation gap between you and your parents? What do you think causes this generation gap? What can be done to solve this problem?4.What does the recent royal wedding in Great Britain mean to the public? Why were they so excited about it?5.If you became the richest man or woman in China, what kind of life do you think you would lead?B组1.Should romantic relations among students be encouraged? Why or why not?2.What does your parents forbid you from doing when you were in senior high school?3.What are some of the effective and ineffective methods people use to cope with stress?4.Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of using the Internet. Will the Internet isolate us from one another?5.If your school asked all the students to wear school uniform, and you were the head teacher. What would you say to persuade the students?c组1.What role does music play in your life? Do you listen to music while studying? Do you think it is a good habit?2.Which emperor do you like best in Chinese history?3.Some people say. "We learn more outside class than in if' Do you agree? Why or Why not?4.Do you think music can affect people's lives, for example, calming them down, cheering them up, or increasing efficiency?5.What do you prefer, watching movies at home or at the cinema? Why?A组1.Tell me about a birthday(your own or someone else,s)that you enjoyedSample: what the occasion was,how you celebrated the birthday,whether you usually celebrate birthdays in this way,and explain how you felt at this birthday celebration.n2.Tell me about a ceremonial event that you either watched or attendedSample: what the event was and where it took placejf it is a regular event or a46one-off\how you felt about it,and explain why you think it is special.113.Tell me about a teenager/ child you know or knewSample: what the teenager/ child is/ was,whether you have had a lot of contact with this child,whether you and this child have/ had any comm on in terests,and explain what you think about children in general.n4.Tell me about one of your classmatesSample: who the classmate is/ was and how you met him/ her,what the classmate is / was like,whether you had a good relationship,and say whether other people in your class have/ had a similar opinion of this Person.H5.Tell me about a controversial issue in your countrySample: what the issue is and why it is so controversial,what the arguments are on this issue,what most people think about it,and explain what your opinion on this issue is.H6.Tell me about a cultural event that you either saw on TV or went to.Sample: what the event was and where it took placejf it is a national event or only local/ regional,and how you felt about it.H7.Tell me about a family event that you attended.Sample: what the event was,which members of your family were there,whether this is a regular family event,and explain how you generally feel about family events/1 8.Tell me about a holiday you have taken.Sample: when and where you went on the holiday Jf it is a popular holiday destination,what you did on the holiday,and say what was special about it.n9.Tell me about your favorite actor or actress/ a famous person who you particularly admire.Sample: who the person is/ was and where he/she is from,what movies he/she has starred in,why you particularly like him/her and explain how other people think of him in your country/110.Tell me about a character from a film or TV program.Sample: who the character is/ was,how often you have watched him/her,what kind of person this character is/was,and explain what you think of this character.nB组1.Tell me about a newspaper or magazine you read regularly.Sample: how often you read it,how much it costs,whether it is popular in your country,and explain why you like this newspaper or magazine/12.Tell me about a piece of music or a song that you particularly enjoy.Sample: what the music/song is and when you first heard it,who wrote it or sang itjf it is popular with other people,and explain your feelings when you hear this music orsong.” 3Sample: what the experience was,why it was a good experience,whether many teenagers experience this,and explain how it influenced you as a teenager.H4.Tell me about an important piece of family news that you found out recently.Sample: what the news was,when you heard about it,how you heard about it,and explain how the member of your family felt when this news aiTived.n5.Tell me about a postcard or letter you received.Sample: when you received the postcard or letter,who it was from,why he/she sent it to you.and explain how you felt when you received the postcard or letter/16.Tell me about a shop you like to go to.Sample: where the shop is and what it sells,something about the people who work there,why you like that shop in particular,and say whether other people have a similar opinion of this shop."7.Tell me about a strange or unusual place you have visited or heard about.Sample: where the place is and why it is unusualjf the people there are also unusual or special,what you can see and do there,and explain how you feel about this place.”8.Tell me about a radio program you have listened to.Sample: what the radio program is/was about,whether you listen to itregularly5whether you know other people who like listening to it,and explain why you listen(ed) to it.n9.Tell me about a room in your home.Sample: where the room is in your home,how often you use it,what you use it for,and explain why you chose to talk about that room.n10.Tell me about a school trip that you went on.Sample: where you went and when,why your teachers took you on this trip,what you did on the trip,and say why the trip was memorable/1c组1 ・ Tell me about something you are good at.Sample: what it is that you are good at,whether you know other people who are good at this,why being good at this is useful to you.and explain how you became good at this."2. Tell me about something interesting you hope to do in the future.Sample: what it is you hope to do,what you will need to do in order to achieve3 Tell me about a positive experience you had when you were a teenager.this,whether you will need help from other people to achieve this,and explain why you want to do this.”3.Tell me about something you bought that you were not happy with.Sample: what it was you bought,what the problem with it was,where you bought it,and explain how the situation was resolved/14.Tell me about an occasion on which you were late.Sample: what the occasion was,why you were late,how the other people reacted to your lateness^and explain what you said to everyone?5.Tell me about a subject you enjoyed studying at secondary school.Sample: what the subject was and why you liked 亿how the teachers taught this subject,how important it has been, or will be, in your life,and say if you are good at this subject/6.Tell me about a club, a team or group that you know about.Sample: what the club/team/group was,how many people were in it,how long you were/have been a member of this group,and explain how you can benefit from being part of this group.H7.Tell me about a three-day holiday/ a journey you would like to take.Sample: what you would do on this holiday,where you would go,who you would go with,and explain why you would take this holiday.H8.Tell me about a time when you helped someone with a problem or difficulty.Sample: what the problem or difficulty was^who was having the problem or difficulty,whether this is a common problem that people have?and explain how you helped the person with it n9.Tell me about a time you were very busy.Sample: what the situation was,whether people are often busy with this kind of thing,whether you received any help from other people,and explain how you felt when you were busy.4 54 Tell me about a toy you had when you were a child.Sample: what the toy is/was,when you first got it,whether this is/was a popular toy with children,and explain whether you would give this toy to your own child.H。
十三届、十四届、十五届创新英语大赛口语试题
第十五届全国创新英语大赛口语试题（选编）A组A01Describe an occasion that you received a good service from a shop.Cues: What was the service When and where did you receive the service And explain why you think it was a good service.A02 Describe a movie you want to watch again.Cues: What is the movie When did you watch the movie And explain why you want to watch it again.A03 Describe your favorite magazine.Cues: What is the name of the magazine What is it about Why do you like itA04 Describe a suitable place for people to live in.Cues: Where is it When did you go there Why do you think it is suitable to live inA05 Describe a situation when you do not like to talk to anyone.Cues: What is it Why don’t you like to talk to anyone What do you want to do in this situationA06 Describe a traditional food item in your hometown.Cues: What is it What is the connotation behind it Do you like itA07 Describe one of the seasons you like most.Cues: When is it Why do you like it most What do you like to do in this seasonA08 Describe a useful school appliance.Cues: What is it What is it used for Why do you think it is usefulA09 Describe something you own which is valuable to you.Cues: What is it How did you own it Why do you think it is valuableA10 Describe a person from your academic life.Cues: Who is it What are his or her qualities Does he or she important in your lifeA11 Describe a family event that you have attended.Cues: What is it When did you attend it What do you think of itA12 Describe a memorable school where you studied in your childhood.Cues: Where is it What do you think of it Why do you think it is memorableA13 Describe a competition that you took part in or watched.Cues: What was the event Who were competing What happened during this competitionA14 Describe an important historical building in your hometown.Cues: What is the building How long has it been kept Why is it importantA15 Describe a culture you learned from other countries.Cues: What is it What is the country Do you think it is a precious experienceA16 Describe something you cannot live without.Cues: What is it How long have you had it Why cannot you live without this thingA17 Describe a sports event that you watched.Cues: What was the event Where was it Explain how you felt about this event.A18 Describe something you dislike in high school.Cues: What is it Why do you dislike it Is it importantA19 Describe a decision that you regret about.Cues: What is it When did you make it Why do you regretA20 Describe a daydream.Cues: What is it When did you have this daydream What do you think of itB组B01 Describe an interesting TV program you saw recently.Cues: What’s the name of the TV program What is it about Why do you think it is interestingB02 Describe your favorite food.Cues: What is the food When is the first time that you ate it Why do you like itB03 Describe one of your travelling experiences.Cues: What is the experience When did it happen Specific examples and details should be included in your explanation.B04 Describe your favorite way to please yourself.Cues: What is the way Why do you like it most Give me some examples.B05 Explain one of your wishes that you want to realize.Cues: What is the wish Why do you want to realize it What will you do to realize itB06 Describe a conversation you remember well.Cues: When did you make this conversation Who made this conversation with you What do you think of itB07 Describe a famous movie character that impressed you.Cues: What is the name of the movie and the character When did you know this character Why does it impress youB08 Describe a brave thing you did.Cues: What is it When did you do it What are the benefits of doing thisB09 Describe an important historical figure in your country.Cues: Who is it What did he or she do Why do you think it is importantB10 Describe a fast food item you like in your hometown.Cues: What is it Why do you like it How often do you eat itB11 Describe a novel about real person.Cues: What is it When did you read it What is the storyB12 Describe a decision you did by yourself.Cues: What is it When did you make it What is the decision aboutB13 Describe a perfect flat you have visited.Cues: Where is it When did you make this visit Why do you think it is perfectB14 Describe a TV program which you watch regularly.Cues: What is it What is it about Why do you watch it regularlyB15 Describe an occasion where you are busy.Cues: When is it What are you doing Why are you busyB16 Describe a day when you feel very tired.Cues: When is it What did you do in that day Why did you feel tiredB17 Describe a situation when you hate someone terribly.Cues: What is it When did it happen Why did you hate him or herB18 Describe your plan for your future career.Cues: What is the plan When did you make this plan Why did you make itB19 Describe a happy experience when you study English.Cues: What is it When did it come to you Why do you think it is a happy experienceB20 Describe an unhappy experience between your families.Cues: What is it When did it take place What were the effectsC组C01 Describe a thing you usually do when you meet with your old friend.Cues: What is it Why do you like to do it Give specifics to elaborate on it.C02 Describe a visit to one of your friends’ houses.Cues: When did you make this visit What have you done during this visit Do you enjoy this experienceC03 Describe one of your memorable travels.Cues: Where have you been When did you make this travel Why is it memorableC04 Describe an interesting party you have been to.Cues: When is the party held Why did you go there Why do you think it is interestingC05 Describe an experience when you were moved by a film.Cues: What is the film When did you watch this film Why were you moved by itC06 Describe something you want to buy.Cues: What is it Why do you like to buy it What will you do to achieve thisC07 Describe a difficult time you had.Cues: When is it Why do you think it difficult What have you done to go through itC08 Describe a course you had.Cues: What is it When did you have it What have you learned from itC09 Describe a person you enjoy talking to.Cues: Who is it How often do you talk with him or her What do you usually talk aboutC10 Describe a person you haven’t met for a long time.Cues: Who is it How long have you been know about each other Why haven’t you met for such a long timeC11 Describe an important building in your school.Cues: What is it When was it been built Why is it importantC12 Describe an event that changed your life.Cues: What is it When did it take place How did it change your lifeC13 Describe a subject should not be taught in school.Cues: What is it What do you think of it Why do you think it should not be taughtC14 Describe a place that influences people around it.Cues: Where is it How did you know this place How does it influence peopleC15 Describe a thing that makes people laugh in your hometown.Cues: What is it Why do people laugh Do you think it is reasonableC16 Describe an occasion that you lent something to others.Cues: What is the thing When did you lend it How did you lend the thingC17 Describe a handmade gift you gave to others.Cues: What is the gift When did you give it Why you gave a handmade gift to othersC18 Describe something interesting on the Internet.Cues: What is it When did it happen Why is it interestingC19 Describe a award you won in the past.Cues: What is the award When and how did you win it How did you feel after you won the awardC20 Describe a place that was full of color.Cues: Where is it What did you do there What do you think of that that this place was made so colorful第十四届全国创新英语大赛口语试题（选编）A组A01 Describe the most important decision that you made in your life.Cues: What it was Why was it so important to you How did it change your lifeA02 Describe a special opportunity given to you.Cues: What kind of opportunity it is When did it happen How does it affect youA03 Tell me the most efficient transportation in your country.Cues: What it is Why is it so efficient What kind of impression do you have on this transportationA04 Describe a peaceful place that you like to go to.Cues: Where it is How often do you go there What do you do there and why do you like this placeA05 Describe a building in a school or university that you attended.Cues: Where it is What it looks like What is it used for and what facilities does it have or how do you feel about this building.A06 Describe a historic place that you enjoyed visiting.Cues: Where it is When did you go there What was it like and why did you like itA07 Describe the ideal home (flat or house) that you would like to live in.Cues: What type of house it would be How would you decorate it (or, how would you furnish it) Who would you like to live withA08 Describe a park or garden that you went to.Cues: Where it is What it looks like What do you do there and explain why you like it or how you feel about this garden.A09 Describe where you would go if you have a day off.Cues: Where the place is Who would you go with What would you do and why do you want to spend your day thereA10 Describe an enjoyable place in your city or town.Cues: Where it is What is the place like What do people do there and why do you think this place is enjoyableA11 Describe an old person that you respect.Cues: Who this person is How old is he/she What kind of person is he or sheA12 Describe a good neighbor of yours.Cues: How long have you known this neighbor What sort of person is he/she What kind of relationship do you have with him/herA13 Describe a character from a story you read or heard in your childhood.Cues: Who the character was What was the character like What did the character do in the story and what influence did this character have on youA14 Describe a person you study with who is a good student.Cues: Who this person is Why do you think this person is a good student Why do you think this person is helpful with your studiesA15 Describe a change you would like to make to your lifestyle in order to improve your health(or fitness).Cues: What change would you like to make How would you make this change How difficult do you think it would be and why do you think this change would improve your health (or fitness)A16 Describe an event that resulted in a positive change in your life.Cues: When did it happen Where did it happen What was the change and how have you benefited from this changeA17 Describe a happy event that you had.Cues: When the event was Who participated Why was this event held and why did you feel happyA18 Describe an interesting piece of news that you read or heard about recently.Cues: What this news was How did you get this news Who was involved in this news and why do you think it was interestingA19 Describe a trip you had.Cues: Who did you travel with Where did you go What did you do or see and why do you want to talk about this tripA20 Describe an enjoyable conversation you (recently) had with someone by mobile phone. Cues: When did this happen Who did you speak to What did you speak about Why was this conversation enjoyableB组B01 Describe what you would do if you have a day off from your work or school.Cues: Where will you go What will you do Who will you spend the day withB02 Describe a musical event you liked.Cues: Where and when did it take place Who did you go with Why did you like itB03 Describe a special family event you enjoyed.Cues: Where and when did it take place What did you do Why did you like itB04 Describe a sports event that you watched or took part in.Cues: When and where was this event held Who participated in the event Why do you remember this event so wellB05 Describe something unusual or interesting that you did recently.Cues: What it was Who was with you Why did you do it Why do you think it was unusual or interestingB06 Describe something that you would like to succeed in doing in the near future.Cues: What it is How difficult do you think it will be What should you do to prepare for this Why do you want to succeed in doing thisB07 Describe a past experience that had positive influence on you.Cues: When it was Who were involved What happened Why did it have some positive influence on youB08 Describe something you did in a bad weather condition.Cues: When did this happen Who were there What did you do that day How did the weather influence youB09 Describe a mountain you climbed.Cues: Where it is Why did you climb it What was your feeling when you climbed itB10 Describe a type of book you like to read.Cues: What type When did you start reading this type of book Why do you like (or, prefer) toread this type of bookB11 Describe your favorite book you read, and explain why it is important to you.Cues: What it is What contents does it have Why is it important to youB12 Describe a book that you think is the most useful and explain why it is the most useful. Cues: What it is What contents does it have Why is it useful to youB13 Describe a vehicle you would like to buy (or, own).Cues: What kind of vehicle What it would look like Why would you like to have it (or, how you would use it) How would you buy (or, get) it Why would you prefer this means of transportB14 Describe a (type of) foreign food that you would like to try (or had it).Cues: What food it is Which country does it come from How do you know about this foodB15 Describe a type of food in your hometown.Cues: What food it is Where can you eat it How do you know about this foodB16 Describe a job that you believe will make the world better.Cues: What it is What people would do How can you get it Why do you think it's important B17 Describe something good for the health that you would recommend to others.Cues: Who would you recommend it to What it is (or: what it would be) What equipment is needed for this (or: what equipment would be needed) Why would you recommend it to this personB18 Describe a family photo.Cues: When and where it was taken Why it was taken Who were there in the photo What did you do then Why do you think this photo is impressiveB19 Describe a useful practical skill that you learned (such as driving a car, speaking a foreign language, cooking etc).Cues: Why you learned this skill How (and when) did you learn it How difficult it was to learn How useful is this skill to youB20 Describe something that you are interested in and would like to learn more about.Cues: What it is When (or how) did you first become interested in it How would you learn it Why would you like to learn more about itC组C01 Describe a style of clothes that you like to buy.Cues: What type (or style) of clothes Where do you usually buy these clothes How often do you buy them Why do you like this style of clothesC02 Describe a gift you gave to someone.Cues: What the gift was Who did you give it to Why did you give it Whether this person liked the gift or notC03 Describe a friend you would like to give a gift to.Cues: Who the friend is How long you have known this person What the gift is (or would be) Why you would like to give this particular gift to this personC04 Describe the most expensive thing you bought.Cues: What it was When did you buy it Where did you buy it Why did you buy itC05 Describe a film you have recently seen.Cues: Where you saw it What was the film about What did you like or dislike about this film Why did you choose to watch this particular filmC06 Describe a television program you enjoy watching.Cues: What the program is (including the contents of the program) Where do you watch it When do you watch it Who do you usually watch it with Why do you like itC07 Describe an outdoor activity that you like doing (or do regularly).Cues: What this activity is Where and when do you do it Why do you like itC08 Describe a type of music that is popular in your country.Cues: What type of music it is What types of people usually like this type of music Why do you think it is popularC09 Describe a song or melody that you remember from your childhood.Cues: Where did you hear this song How old were you when you first heard it What kind of song it is Why/how you remember this songC10 Describe something you do very often recently.Cues: What it is Why you started doing it What it bring you when you do it Why you think it's good for youC11 Describe a magazine or newspaper you like.Cues: What it is What content it has When you started reading it Why you like itC12 Describe your personality.Cues: What your personality is like How it influences your life and work Why you think it is goodC13 Describe a new law (or regulation) that has recently introduced in your country (or, where you live).Cues: What the law is Why this law is needed How popular this law is Why you like this law in your countryC14 Describe a subject that you studied (in secondary or high school) that you thought was interesting.Cues: What the subject was What your teacher was like How long you studied this subject Why you thought it was interestingC15 Describe an advertisement that you think is successful.Cues: What is advertised What the advertisement contains (the contents of this advertisement) What is the function (purpose) of this advertisement Why you think this advertisement works wellC16 Describe your favorite room in your house or somewhere else and explain why.Cues: What kind of room it is What is the specialty it Why do you like itC17 State one of your challenging experiences. Explain why it is challenging and how you conquered this challenge.Cues: What the challenging experience is Why is it challenging How did you conquer this challengeC18 Describe one of the most positive inventions in the last 100 years.Cues: What it is When did it come out How does it affect people's lifeC19 Describe a time when you needed help from others, how he or she helped you and what was the resultCues: When did it happen What kind of help did you need How did he or she help you What was the resultC20 Describe a work of art, such as a song, poem or painting, which has made a lasting impression on you.Cues: What it is Why has it made a lasting impression on you第十三届全国创新英语大赛口语试题（选编）A组a famous person.Cues: Who is the person Why is the person famous What do you think you can learn from him/heryour experience in learning a useful skill (such as cooking, speaking a foreign language etc.) Cues: How and when did you learn the skill Why did you learn it Was it a challenge to youa difficult thing that you did well.Cues: What was the difficult thing When did you do it What did you learn from ita useful website that you like to visit.Cues: When did you first find this website How often do you visit website Why do you think this website is usefula book you enjoy.Cues: What is the book What is the book aboutWhy do you enjoy reading itsomething you bought but seldom used it.Cues: What is it When did you buy it Why didn’t you use it frequently What can you learn from this experiencea wrong decision you made.Cues: When did you make it What was the situation What do you think that decision was a mistakeyour favorite weather.Cues: What kind of weather is it What do you usually do in this weather Why do you like this type of weathera sports event that you watched or took part in.Cues: When was this event held Where was it held In what sense was it so impressive to you your future work.Cues: What is it What constitutes its specific charm How can you get itB组a sports star you admire.Cues: Who is she/he What makes you feel her/him so admirable Have you got some inspirations from her/himan old person you know and respect.Cues: How do you know him/ her What respectable qualities does he/she have Do you have these qualitiesa photo you like.Cues: When and where was it taken Who were in the photo Why do you like itsomeone who is helpful to you.Cues: Who was she/he How helpful is she/he to you What would you like to do for paying her/him backa picnic that you had outdoors.Cues: Where was it Who was with you What was it likea good teacher you had.Cues: What did she/he teach Why do you think he/she is a good teacher Do you want to become a teacher in the future, and whyyour favorite English songCues: What is the song Who is the singer Why do you like itan interesting course that you’ve had in high school.Cues: What was the course How long have you studied the course Why do you think it interestinga kind of sports you like mostCues: What is it How often do you play Why do you enjoy ita close friend.Cues: Who is he/she What is he/she like Why is she/he your close friendC组an important decision that you have made.Cues: What is it Why is it important to you What suggestions would you like to provide to others about decision-makingthe most unforgettable toy you had when you were a child.Cues: What was the toy like Who gave it to you, and when In what sense was it unforgettablean astonishing world event which recently occurred.Cues: W hat is it Why is it astonishing What’s your commenta tourist attraction you want to visit.Cues: Where is the tourist attraction What do you want to do there Why do you want to visit the tourist attractionyour favorite restaurant.Cues: Where is it How often do you go there Why do you like this placean impressive family that you have visited.Cues: How many people are there in the family Who are they When did you visit them What are particularly impressive to you in relation to your familyyou are given a choice to study another foreign language, what would you like to choose Cues: What’s the language How would you like to study it Why would you choose this languagean electronic product you enjoy using in your life.Cues: What is it How do you use it What special features does it havea memorable experience you have had.Cues: What was the experience Where and when did it take place How has it influenced you afterwardsan unforgettable conversation you had. .Cues: Where and when did you have the conversation What did you talk about Why was it unforgettable。
2015年全国中学生英语能力竞赛(NEPCS)初赛.docx
2015年全国中学生英语能力竞赛（NEPCS）初赛高三年级组试题（总分：150分答题时间：120分钟）听力部分（共三大题，计30分）Ⅰ Responses (句子应答) （共5小题；每小题1分，计5分）Please listen to the following five sentences and choose the best response to each one you hear. Each sentence will be read once. (请听下面5个句子，选出能应答所听句子的最佳选项。
每个句子读一遍。
)（答案涂在答题纸上）Ⅱ Dialogues (对话理解) （共10小题；每小题1分，计10分）(A)Please listen to the following five mini-dialogues. Each dialogue is followed by a question. Choose the bestanswer to each question according to the dialogue you hear. Each dialogue and question will be read twice.（请听下面五组对话，每组对话后有一个问题，根据你所听到的对话内容，选择能回答所提问的最佳选项。
每组对话和问题均读两遍。
）（答案涂在答题纸上）6 A.Hold a party at home. B.Buy a Christmas present.C.Take the woman to the party.D.Repair the woman’s car.7 A.He dialed a wrong number. B.The phone line is busy.C.Mr. Hewitt is not in the office.D.Mr. Hewitt is busy now.81 A. I will fetch some fresh fruit for you. B. Coffee is popular with British people.C. No problem. I’ll go and put the kettle on.D. Their idea is exported to Britain every year.2 A. He recognized her Italian accent. B. On the first day of next month.C. She has moved several times.D. Italian food can be found here.3 A. My parents like classical music very much. B. Playing music in class is not allowed.C. There are many music programs on TV.D. Sorry, I didn’t think it was very loud.4 A.It’s about an hour’s drive to the museum. B.Oh, I don’t know. Maybe I’ll go shopping.C.My friend prefers walking to taking a bus.D.My mother hates going shopping alone.5 A.There’s one about five minutes’ walk away. B.My English teacher is my good friend.C.The college provides the best English course.D.I like reading novels in English.910(B) Listen to the following dialogue and choose the best answer to each question. The dialogue will be read twice.(请听下面一段对话，选择能回答下列问题的最佳选项。
历届全国创新英语大赛初赛作文题
第十届全国创新英语大赛初赛作文题Directions:Recently, Amy Chua, or the “Tiger Mother”, aroused heated discussions both in US and in China with her book, Battle Hymn of the Tiger Mother. The following are the ten things she lists in her book that she strictly forbids her two daughters to do: Attend a sleepover (a party for children in which they stay the night at someone’s house);Have a play date (in which children hang out with their friends);Be in a school play;Complain about not being in a school play;Watch TV or play computer games;Choose their own extracurricular activities;Get any grade less than an A;Not be the No. 1 student in every subject except gym and drama;Play any instrument other than the piano or violin;Not play the piano or violin.You are invited to write under either of the following two topics. The length of your writing should not exceed 300 words.Suppose you are a “tiger parent”. Write a letter to your child and explain to her/him your ideas about tiger parenting.Suppose you are a child who has tiger parents. Write a letter to your parents and explain to them your ideas about tiger parenting.第十届全国创新英语大赛复赛作文题Chinese people always have the tradition of helping others; regardless of a friend or a stranger. However, in recent years, people find that when they try to help others, some changes are taking places. One of the most common examples is that, a passer-by who sent an injured senior people to hospital would be very likely to be recognized as the accident-maker. This kind of events is being rerun again and again. When trapped in the dilemma of tradition and trouble,what would be your choice?第九届创新英语大赛初赛作文题Topic: Natural DisastersDirections:Read the following paragraph and write a composition as stated in about 300 words. Your composition will be graded according to clarity, accuracy and meaningfulness.A natural disaster is the effect of a natural hazard (e.g. flood, drought, tornado, volcano eruption, earthquake, typhoon, tsunami, or landslide) that affects the environment, and leads to financial, environmental and/or human losses.Recently, we can see many natural disasters occured home and abroad and huge damage have been made either to the environment or to our human lives. Those natural disasters urge us to reconsider our beliefs and actions toward our mother nature when we seek for clothes, food, and sheltering etc.Therefore, what is your attitude toward the natural disasters? What shall we do to prevent us from being simply destroyed? What kind of role did we play in the causes of those dreadful disasters? Your writing ought to contain three parts, your viewpoint, the supporting ideas, and the conclusion.第九届创新英语大赛复赛作文试题Topic:Should We Follow Fashions?Directions:Some people say that fashion is just for selling clothes, so we should not follow it and we should dress what we like and feel comfortable in it. How far do you agree with them? Write an essay on the following topic: should we followfashions?第八届创新英语大赛初赛作文题Directions:Read the following paragraph and write a composition as stated at about 300 words in 60 minutes. Your composition will be graded according to clarity, accuracy and meaningfulness.Some experts claim that parents` attitudes toward solving teenage problems are crucial determinants of child personality development. Do you agree or disagree? What role does parental attitude play in child rearing and personality development? You writing ought to contain three parts, your viewpoint, the supporting ideas, and the conclusion.第八届创新英语大赛复赛试题作文：Directions:Read the following paragraph and write a composition as stated at about 300 words in 60 minutes. Your composition will be graded according to clarity, accuracy and meaningfulness.In accordance with CRI news, the spirit of Chinese volunteers, from responding to the May 12 earthquake to the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games, not only touched the Chinese people, but also generated worldwide attention. Official statistics show that china has accumulated about 8 billion hours of volunteer work from 380 million volunteers since 1993 and is going to have more and more volunteers, especially the youth.How do you understand volunteer work? In what way(s) is it important to promote the well-being of individuals, families, communities and the world at large? Your writing ought to contain three parts, your viewpoint, the supporting ideas, and the conclusion.作文命题思路和评分细则：该作文题目就我国近年来越来越受重视和各认同志愿者工作，对考生观察能力、思维能力和社会体验能力进行考察。
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1-15届全国创新英语大赛初、复赛试题第一届初赛试题：Topic:High School Students Go Abroad for College EducationDirections:In China today,there is an increasing trend that high school student go ab road for study.Please write a composition about this phenomenon in no less than60 0words with your creativity.Writing of any style is welcome.注：答题纸请统一用A4纸(21cm*29.6cm)手写或打印。
试卷上方留出两行写明考生所属省、市、区(县)及学校班级，写明姓名。
作文标题根据要求自拟。
备注：因“非典”之故，未举办复赛。
第二届初赛试题：Topic:What do you think are the symbols of success in today’s China? Directions:The answers of what success means vary from person to person and chan ge time to time.What do you think are the symbols of success in today’s China?Plea se write a composition in no less than600words with your creativity.Writing of any s tyle is welcome.复赛试题：Upward or Outward?Directions:At present,large crowds of people move into cities,making them bigger and bigger.E very city faces the problem whether it should expand upward or outward.You are all owed60minutes to write a composition on the topic:Upward or Outward?You shou ld write from300to500words,and base your composition on the following outline.1.Description of the city you live in2.Arguments on the expansion3.Your opinion and reasons写作要求：目前大量人口涌入城市，使得城市规模越来越大。
各城市都面临着应该向上发展还是向外发展的难题。
请你在60分钟内，根据你居住的城市的特点，些一篇300~500字的作文，按下面提纲阐述你的观点及理由。
1.描述你居住的城市状况2.城市发展方向上的争论3.你的观点及理由第三届初赛试题：Directions:Some people argue that English has been overemphasized in China.It see ms that almost everything from entering a high school or university to finding a job o r getting a promotion depends on one’s mastery of English.This has misled studentsat schools and universities to spend too much of their time on English rather than on other subjects or their major area studies.Do you agree with this view?Write an ess ay of approximately300words to support your view.复赛试题：Directions:Write a composition of300words within an hour according to the following graph. Your composition should cover the following points:A.Difference in annual income between teachers and businessmen;B.Difference in annual income between inland cities and coastal cities;C.These differences greatly influence people’s choice of profession and home;D.It’s economic interest that counts.Note:1.$refers to US dollars.2.□refers to teachers.3.■refers to businessmen.4.The above graph is a contrast of annual income between teachers and businessme n in the early90`s China.第四届初赛试题：Topic:Nowadays computers have become an important part of our lives.With the develop ment of the Internet,computers can be used for studies,communication,news and e ntertainment.Give your opinions on how computers may affect your studies in the fu ture.复赛试题：You are to write an essay at about300words in60minutes on the following situati on.You may supply a topic of your own.According to a recent report from the United Nations,the world population is aging r apidly.Take China as an example,the population60and older has reached134millio n(accounting for10%of the Chinese population),70%of whom are located in the co untryside.How would we respond to this social problem,in the next20years in partic ular?第五届初赛试题：Write a composition of300words on the following topic:It is true tourism will certainly bring benefit to a nation.However,some people claim that it will also cause problem to environmental protection and cultural integrity.To what extent to you agree or disagree with this opinion复赛试题：Writing Topic for SemifinalsDirections:We can be sure that most people have experienced failure and success.Most often, when we are successful we are happy.If we fail,we are sad.Now,you are asked to w rite an essay on the topic of Failure and Success.You can give some example and fact s to support your opinion.You can give some examples and facts to support your opi nion.Your essay should be written in English with on less than300words within60 minutes.第六届初赛试题：Directions:Read the following paragraph and then write an essay at about300words on the following topic:The Internet in My LifeAccording to a report from the Digital Future Project in the U.S.,the overall Internet access has risen to its highest level in the last four years;about three-quarters of Americans go online.The number of hours online continues to increase---rising to an average of12.5hours per week---the highest level in the study so far.What do people do online?Both very experience d users and new users spent by far the largest percentage of their time online dealing with emails;followed by general Web browsing,work at home for their jobs,reading news,etc.In terms of who are online,the report reveals that three quarters of the In ternet users are aged55and under.Are you an Internet user?If yes,how long are yo u online each week?How do you connect the Internet?What do you gain by using it If not,why not?What do you miss by not using it?复赛试题：Directions:Some people maintain that universities are the best place for young people to receiv e higher education;other people believe that young people can be equally educated by taking correspondence courses or going to evening classes and open universities i n their spare time.Write an article of about300words in which you compare and contrast the advantag es and disadvantages of formal university education and informal higher education. Which do you think is more effective and desirable?Support your argument with app ropriate examples or illustrations.Ex cava te excavator第七届初赛试题：Value of Exams in SchoolsDirection:Students have experienced a lot of exams all through their school years.T hey may have a lot to say about the present exam systems.You are allowed60minut es to write a composition on the topic:Value of Exams in Schools.You should write a bout300words,and base your composition on the following outline.Role of exams Your experience of failure at one exam Suggestions to better exam systems Consolidate the knowledge复赛试题：Directions:With the development of computers,more and more people are working with comp uters.But,we know that computers are harmful as well as useful and helpful.Here,y ou are asked to write an essay on the topic“The Advantages and Disadvantages of C omputers”.You can give some examples and facts to support your opinion.Your essa y should be written in English with no less than300words within60minutes.第八届初赛作文试题：Directions:Read the following paragraph and write a composition as stated at about300words i n60minutes.Your composition will be graded according to clarity,accuracy and meaningfulness. Some experts claim that parents`attitudes toward solving teenage problems are cruc ial determinants of child personality development.Do you agree or disagree?What r ole does parental attitude play in child rearing and personality development?You wri ting ought to contain three parts,your viewpoint,the supporting ideas,and the concl usion.复赛试题：Directions:Read the following paragraph and write a composition as stated at about300words i n60minutes.Your composition will be graded according to clarity,accuracy and mea ningfulness.In accordance with CRI news,the spirit of Chinese volunteers,from responding to the May12earthquake to the2008Beijing Olympic Games,not only touched the Chines e people,but also generated worldwide attention.Official statistics show that china h as accumulated about8billion hours of volunteer work from380million volunteers s ince1993and is going to have more and more volunteers,especially the youth. How do you understand volunteer work?In what way(s)is it important to promote th e well-being of individuals,families,communities and the world at large?Your writing ough t to contain three parts,your viewpoint,the supporting ideas,and the conclusion. CV resume第九届初赛作文试题Topic:Natural DisastersDirections:Read the following paragraph and write a composition as stated in about300words .Your composition will be graded according to clarity,accuracy and meaningfulness.A natural disaster is the effect of a natural hazard(e.g.flood,drought,tornado,volc ano eruption,earthquake,typhoon,tsunami,or landslide)that affects the environme nt,and leads to financial,environmental and/or human losses.Recently,we can see many natural disasters occurred home and abroad and huge damage have been mad e either to the environment or to our human lives.Those natural disasters urge us to reconsider our beliefs and actions toward our mother nature when we seek for cloth es,food,and sheltering etc.Therefore,what is your attitude toward the natural disasters?What shall we do to p revent us from being simply destroyed?What kind of role did we play in the causes o f those dreadful disasters?Your writing ought to contain three parts,your viewpoint, the supporting ideas,and the conclusion.复赛试题Topic:Should We Follow Fashions?Directions:Some people say that fashion is just for selling clothes,so we should not follow it an d we should dress what we like and feel comfortable in it.How far do you agree with them?Write an essay on the following topic:should we follow fashions?Requireme nts:Illustrate your view on the topic with no less than250words and write down your o pinions and reasons so long as they are reasonable.第十届初赛作文题Directions:Recently,Amy Chua,or the“Tiger Mother”,aroused heated discussions both in US a nd in China with her book,Battle Hymn of the TigerMother.The following are the ten things she lists in her book that she strictly forbids her two daughters to do:Attend a sleepover(a party for children in which they stay the night at someone’s h ouse);Have a play date(in which children hang out with their friends);Be in a school play ;Complain about not being in a school play;Watch TV or play computer games; Choose their own extracurricular activities;Get any grade less than an A;Not be the No.1student in every subject except gym and drama;Play any instrum ent other than the piano or violin;Not play the piano or violin.You are invited to write under either of the following two topics.The length of your writing should not exceed300words.Suppose you are a“tiger parent”.Write a letter to your child and explain to her/him your ideas about tiger parenting.Suppose you are a child who has tiger parents.Write a letter to your parents and ex plain to them your ideas about tiger parenting.复赛作文题Chinese people always have the tradition of helping others;regardless of a friend or a stranger.However,in recent years,people find that when t hey try to help others,some changes are taking places.One of the most common exa mples is that,a passer-by who sent an injured senior people to hospital would be very likely to be recognize d as the accident-maker.This kind of events is being rerun again and again.When trapped in the dilem ma of tradition and trouble,what would be your choice?第十一届初赛试题Which one of them do you think is the expert?First complete the conversation.Then write down your opinion on the qualities of being an expert.Doctor:Patient:Doctor:Patient:You have to learn about thousands of diseases,but I only haveto focus on fixing what wrong with ME!Now which one of us do you think is the expe rt?Interdisciplinary复赛试题Directions:Would you expect a“thank you”when you give your seat to an old man, or a woman with her baby?How do you feel if they take your seat without even takin g a look at you?Would you be angry?You are given60minutes to state your view on the topic within less than300words.You can add a title by yourself.第十二届Telling lies for a better world?Lies have a bad reputation.Telling the truth is normally considered to be a good thin g.One conventional view of lying is that it is bad in itself and should be avoided at all costs.Another conventional view is that theconsequences of lying are often bad,so l ying should be avoided except in extreme circumstances.In the past two decades,th ough,a number of authors have challenged conventional wisdom,arguing that lying i s not as bad as normally thought and that a number of other beliefs about lying are misunderstood.A wellknown study even shows that an ordinary person tells three lie s every ten minutes.So what is your opinion of telling lies?How is your relations hip with them?What do you do when being lied to?And more importantly,when an d how do you choose to lie?Please write your view on the topic within less than3 00words.You can add a title by yourself.复赛Recently,a book named“THE7HABITS OF HIGHLY EFFECTIVE PEOPLE”became one of the best-sellers in book stores.It aims to present some powerful lessons in personal change to people in contemporary society.Habit1:Be ProactiveHabit2:Begin with the End in MindHabit3:Put First Things FirstHabit4:Think Win-WinHabit5:Seek First to Understand,Then to be UnderstoodHabit6:SynergizeHabit7:Sharpen the SawWhat do you think of the role of effectiveness in your life and study?Have you ever benefited from one of the habits mentioned in the book in your daily life?You are in vited to write a composition in about300words concerning the topic above.Your co mposition should be given a title and it should contain your personal experiences.M arks will be graded for content,organization,language and appropriateness.第十三届初赛第一阶段Nowadays, there is a tendency for the youth to watch American TV dramas, such as "Prison Break", “The Big Bang Theory”… Some people believe that watching American TV dramas can enhance their language sense. Others think watching American TV dramas has nothing to do with learning. Instead, it's bad for children. What's your opinion？Please write an article within no less than 300 words to present your opinion on the topic. You can add a title by yourself.Audience response/rateYouth the young teenager adolescent juvenile students第二阶段Directions:Addison said,“Every man should have a purpose in life. A man without a purpose lives on, like a cabbage in a field, but he knows no life.” According to him, having a purpose in life is very important for us. With Addison’s words as your point, write an essay with no less than 300 words. You can add a title by yourself.复赛作文试题Directions: Think carefully about the following issue:When we find that someone we admire has done something terribly wrong or behaved unexpectedly, we feel greatly disappointed. But constant discovery leads to our realization that great ideas and great deeds come from imperfect people like ourselves.Write an essay on the following question with no less than 300 words, in which you develop your point of view on this issue. Support your position with reasoning and examples taken from your readings, studies, experience, or observations.Do we benefit from learning about the flaws of people we admire and respect?The RevenantAngelina Jolie Fleming penicillin justice jury/lawyer bride bribe corruption involved/immersed in scandal put into prisonGive speech/presentation to warn the young people, avoiding committing crimes第十四届第一阶段some people say wealth and fame are the best motivation and reward of one`s achievement. But other people argue that it`s the sense of happiness and fulfillment rather than personal gain that is the best motivation and reward, as expecting a reward of wealth or recognition for achieving a goal can lead to disappointment and frustration. The personal satisfaction of a job well done is its own reward. What`s your opinion? Do you think people are motivated to achieve by personal satisfaction rather than by money or fame?Write an essay with no less than 300 words, in which you develop your point of view on this issue. Support your position with reasoning and examples taken from your reading, studies, experience, or observations.In terms of the successful people, highly fulfillment results from making contributions to the whole society, helping more people in need. Money: material satisfaction mental chasing family society Fame: exalt get promotion social recognitionZuckerberg Dec 1st2015 99% of Facebook shares (45 billion dollars ) donated to Chan Zuckerberg InitiativeBill & Melinda Gates Foundation 45billion dollarsThe primary aims of the foundation are, globally, to enhance healthcare and reduce extreme poverty, and in America, to expand educational opportunities and access to information technology. Buffett 8 billion dollarsFilled with innovative ideas, young people are prone to encouraged by their career achievement rather than the income of the occupation. Failure during the process enables the individuals to be more independent and persistent. NeXTBe prone to =be liable to =tend to=be likely toAngelina Jolie Cambodian Vietnam adopt 3 children第二阶段When people form opinions about someone or something, what affects them most is not substance but style. In other words, the way something appears or is presented is more important than what it actually is. This principle affects how people look at their lives, the books they read, the products they buy, and even the subjects they take at school. What's your opinion? Is style more important than substance?Chasing after one’s appearance rather than inner beauty exert heavy financial burden on oneself, bring stress to their family members or even impair their health.Focusing on style rather than substance enables people to lose themselves and leave their interests and real friends behind. Style:Appearance :artificial beauty make up cosmetic surgeryhave a slim figure unhealthy diets chasing after luxury brandsFocusing excessively on appearance rather than substance enables people to suffer a lot from the negative influence resulting from the choice.The further effects coming from the style impedes how to develop interests, who to make friends with and what to study in the future. Paragliding scuba diving bungee jumping adventure sports extreme sports aerobic exercise kickboxingfurther influencemake friends only with wealth betray their interests similar values and virtues personalitymajor: design act composing music dream of being celebritiesSubstance: live a healthy life balance their spending meet Voluntary work to be a volunteer within my community be beneficial to the society make contributions to the society material satisfactionWrite an essay with no less than 300 words, in which you develop your point of view on this issue. Support your position with reasoning and examples taken from your reading, studies, experience, or observations.复赛Friends and relatives often drift apart, sometimes for no justifiable reason. But friendship and close family ties are beneficial in so many ways that make the efforts to preserve those ties worthwhile. Write a composition in no less than 300 words about your relationship with one of your family members or a friend of yours.第十五届注意事项：1．答题前请选手仔细阅读考试注意事项。