中级英语写作讲义

CET42013年12月四级（1）Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write a short essay based on the picture below. You should start your essay with a brief account of the impact of the Internet on the way people communicate and then explain whether electronic communication can replace face-to-face contact. You should write at least 120 words but no more than 180 words.“Dear Andy-How are you? Your mother and I are fine. We both miss you and hope you are doing well. We look forward to seeing you again the next time your computercrashes and you come down-stairs for something to eat, Love, Mom and Dad.”实：保证沟通信息清晰，完整，避免误解，更加正式The （more formal） face-to-face contact can ensure/guarantee the message （being delivered）clearer and more intact, thus avoiding misunderstanding （effectively=in such an effective way/ to a great extent. ）So…that…The message/information delivered through internet is very likely to be neglected.It is more likely for us to neglect the message on the internet or dismiss it as rumors.虚：1.避免虚假信息2.拉近距离身体语言眼神促进情感交流范文1（星火）Electronic Communication CannotReplace Face-to-Face ContactThe picture above is a vivid description of a phenomenon that communication between teenagers and their parents is usually through the Internet. Although the Internet has changed the ways of communication, I do not think that electronic communication can replace face-to-face contact.Firstly, face-to-face contact is much better than electronic communication in terms of enhancing parent-child relationship, for the former can better guarantee honesty of the communication. Secondly, face-to-face contact can make people concentrate on what they are talking about/(attach importance to the message being talked about), so people can think the problems seriously. Last but not least, face-to-face contact can eliminate distrust between parents and children because both sides will not besuspicious about the other’s intention if they can talk with each other in such a direct way.To sum up, the Internet has greatly influenced the ways of communication, but it can never replace face-to-face contact.范文2The Impact of the Internet on the WayPeople CommunicateInternet does exert such a profound effect on our life that it revolutionizes the way of people’s living and thinking. As is subtly(subtle adj.) revealed in the portrayal(portray v. portrait n.)，there are two parents sitting in the front of computer，who are chatting with their child on the internet. What a meaningful picture!As is shown/revealed/depicted/described in the picture…From my perspective, the electronic contact cannot replace face to face communication owing to the following factors. To begin with, over-reliance on electronic contact will damage the interpersonal relationship, for the cold machine never replaces a warm-hearted greeting face to face. For example, the aged parents would like their only son who works far away home to come back home more often rather than to talk with him on the internet occasionally. What’s more, face to face communication is preferable because it is beneficial to build a harmonious society, for it attaches more importance to human affection and feelings instead of convenience(convenient adj.) and speed.Hence, it is necessary for us to use Internet in a reasonable way. After all, Internet is invented to connect you and me, and to bring conveniences to our life rather than set a barrier to keep people beyond reach. If we want to keep our interpersonal relationship more effectively, we should spend more time with them face to face in real life. Only in this way can we not only make full use of the communication tool on the net but also make our relationship tighter.2013年12月四级（2）Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write a short essay based on the picture below. You should start your essay with a brief account of the impact of the Internet on learning and then explain why education doesn’t simply mean learning to obtain information. You should write at least120 words but no more than 180 words.“Once I learn how to use Google, isn’t that all the education I really need?”1.影响2.No. Then what does educationinclude?实：With the advancement of technology, (nowadays), the Internet does exert profound effect on learning. However, education by no means/never simply indicates/implies/meansgetting/acquiring information. It alsocontains something significant.范文1（星火）The Impact of the Internet on Learning Internet has exerted great influence on learning, so much so that an increasing number of individuals contend that acquiring information means education. However, as the picture warns us, education involves much more than simply learning to obtain information.写长句子：1 加定语2 加状语（加原因，加结果）From my perspective, education involves critical thinking and practical skills rather than a mere accumulation (accumulate v.)of information. On the one hand, critical thinking is essential to scientific progress, contributing to/leading to/resulting in 动词分词做状语innovation and technical advancement,（+名人名言拓展句） just as Confucius put it, “learning without thinking leads to confusion.” On the other hand, it is crucial to apply what you have learned into practice and that’s the very reason why outstanding scientists accomplish great achievements/ achieve their dreams/ reach their full potential in their profession.Last but not least, education also includes/involves/consists of acquiring learning method, which can equip us with new knowledge effectively and efficiently in such a society that changes with the passage of time.(in such a competitive society./in such a fierce competition.)…thus giving us an apparent advantage over others/our peers.In a word, the Internet does provide valuable information for learners, butpeople should be fully aware of the essence (essential adj.) of education and attach importance to cultivating the ability of independent thinking instead of just relying on the Internet. Thus, only by emphasizing innovation can education be completely fulfilled in practice.构思你自己背下来的短语的展示knowledge2013年12月四级（3）Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write a short essay based on the picture below. You should start your essay with a brief account of the increasing use of the mobile phone in people’s life and explain the Consequence of over using it. You should write at least 120 words but no more than180 words.People are crossing the street looking at动词分词作状语 their cell phones and using walking sticks in order to see. 幽默=讽刺Excessive use of cell phones Use…excessivelyRely on cell phonesOver-Reliance on demeritsAn increasing number of..The majority of people…Arouse public concern实：1身体健康2 分散注意力损害重要事情学不到技术Distract/attract虚：1 损害人际关系interpersonal relations/relationship 拉远距离2 减少面对面沟通face-to-face contact 心理健康mental problem范文1（星火）Exert a profound effect onDo more harm than good图画作文开头As is revealed/shown/described/depicted in the picture…On the Overuse of Mobile PhoneAs is shown in the above picture, having a mobile phone in hand and at the ready is the default mode of many people walking on the streets. What this cartoon symbolically reveals is thatpeople nowadays, especially young people, are growing increasingly dependent on their mobile phones.Dependence/reliance onDepend on/rely on好处时第一个构思就应该是bring about great convenience/Convenient indeed/admittedly it is quite/most=very convenient to communicate with mobile phonesIt is bad for us/our health to use mobile phone excessively.Over-reliance on mobile phones will inevitably result in many health problems.Drug addict/TV addict/mobile addictBe addicted toIf we Indulge ourselves in mobile phones, they will distract us from something really vital for us/of great value.It is true that mobile phone has brought about great convenience to people’s life. However, just as is illustrated in the picture, the overuse=excessive use of it may lead to several bad consequences. To begin with(1), there is evidence that long-term exposure to electromagnetic radiation (emitted from mobile) may trigger many health problems, such as (sleeplessness)insomnia, headaches and even cancer. In addition(2), when people immense themselves in the use of mobile phone, they tend to pay less attention to the surroundings, pos ing a n immediate threat to their life, health and property. Last but not least(3), excessive use of mobile phone means much less chance of face-to-face interactions with the people who populate their real lives.In conclusion, while mobile phoneshave contributed a lot to making our life more convenient, we should use them appropriately and rationally.2013年6月四级（1）Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write an essay. You should start your essay with a brief description of the picture and then express your views on the importance of learning basic skills. You should write at least 120 words but no more than 180 words. Write your essay on Answer Sheet 1.On The Importance Learning Basic Skills As is described in the picture, a teacher is teaching multiplication. However, one of her students holds the opinion that these basic skills might be outdated by the time they’re in the job market. Nowadays, more and more students tend to believe it is unnecessary to learn basic skills.In my mind, it is important for us to learn basic skills mainly for two reasons. For one thing, mastering the basic skills can not only help us acquireadvanced skills but also cultivate our characters. As the famous British philosopher Francis Bacon said,＂Histories make men wise ;poems witty;the mathematics subtle;natural philosophy deep;moral grave ;logic and rhetoric abled to contend.＂For another ,the basic skills will never be out of date and they are very practical in our daily life and work. We need to excel in arithmetic to calculate our household expenses as well as to draw up financial plans.In short, the basic skills are essential for our success .The more basic skills we master, the more likely we are to find a satisfactory job.2013年6月四级（2）Directions:For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write a short essay.You should start your essay with a brief description of the picture and then express your views on the importance of reading literature. You should write at least 120 words but no more than 180 words.On The Importance of Reading Literature As is vividly depicted in the picture above, a teacher asks her student to read a piece of literature and tells her just to think of it as if she is reading a longtext-message. Nonetheless, fewer people are willing to sit down and enjoy a good literary work.(In spite of our quick pace of life, it is still rewarding to…)We can never exaggerate the importance of …The concept of literature may seem to be very old, but its importance has not faded .We can benefit a lot from reading literature. To begin with, it brings usa wide range of intellectual benefits,such as expanding vocabulary and developing new ideas.Furthermore, it broadens our horizons.Reading literature helps us understand the everyday life and historical events described in the books, which are quiet different from those of our time.Lastly, it entertains us. Although with the advent of television, people have lost their interest in readingliterature to some extent, they can still get to know the classics via films or TV series, that are derived from them.In conclusion, literature is not something to be tossed away. Reading literature can be enriching and eye-opening experience.2013年6月四级（3）Directions:For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write a short essay. You should start your essay with a brief description of the picture and then express your views on the importance of doing small things before undertaking something big. You should write at least 120 words but no more than 180 words.Doing Big Things Starts from Doing the Small OnesPave the way forLay a solid foundationHistorical eventsEnrich our knowledgeCultivate our mindsPolish our speechEnhance our tasteStep by step, one goes far.Multiply v.乘，繁殖As is vividly revealed in the picture above, the boy expresses his worry about disposing of nuclear waste, while the father tells him to empty the dustbin in the room first. The picture reminds us of an old Chinese saying—if you don’t do trivial things like cleaning your room, it is impossible for you to undertake any important task.Undoubtedly, the symbolic meaning subtly conveyed in the picture should be given deep consideration that it is vital and necessary to deal with trivial things. Doing small things well can help us develop the good qualities needed in undertaking important tasks, which lays a solid foundation for our future development. More often these small things would make the difference between success and failure. We surely know that the want (n.)缺乏 of a horse shoe nail may cause a kingdom to be lost. Therefore,when it comes to the key to success, the most important thing lies in dealing with every trivial thing well around us. In one word, for college students, to achieve goals needs not merely the great ambition, but the practical spirit of dealing with trivial things from the beginning. Only in this way can we make the highest eminence. N卓越，显赫2012年12月四级Directions: For this part you are allowed 30 minutes to write a short essay entitled Education Pays based on the statistics provided in the chart below (Weekly earnings in 2010). You should give a brief description of the chart first and then make comments on it. You should write at least 120 words but no more than 180 words.It pays to be honestEducation PaysThere is a dramatic increase in the weekly earnings in 2010 in the US with the rising/advancement of people’s degrees.Sth increase dramatically…China has witnessed a dramatic increase in…Numerous individuals are questioning the worth of higher education with the job market weakening, yet the chart of weekly earnings in 2010 reveals a forceful counterevidence thatthe income is on averageproportional/proportionate to one’s educational background. Those with a doctoral degree earn nearly 3.5 times every week as much as those with a less-than-a-high-school diploma.As an increasing number of graduates find it difficult to get a satisfactory job after years of perseverance in their studies, a hot debate arises on whether education pays. Proponents insist that education is the ticket to a steadier and better-paying job and the basis of a comfortable life. On the other hand, the opponents assume that they will not stake v.下赌注 their money on such a risky investment which does not guarantee a promising or beneficial career.Persevere v.坚持 perseverance n. Persist v. persistenceInsist v.坚称 insistencePropone v. 拥护，提议Have a stake in 有共同的利益In a word, we should not stop eating for fear of choking. A better education, in most cases, not only means a better job, a higher salary and a lower unemployment rate, but a paving stone to the integrated development and further improvement of oneself. In a broad sense, it is education that contributes to the development and advancement of the whole nation, which in turn benefits every individual. In conclusion, education is a worthy investment.Pave the way forIntegrate v.整合 disintegrate 分裂Worthwhile2012年6月四级Directions: For this part you are allowed 30 minutes to write a composition entitled On ExcessivePackaging following the outline below.You should write at least 120 words but no more than 180 words.1.目前许多商品存在过度包装的现象2.出现这一现象的原因3.我对这一现象的看法和建议On excessive packagingIt’s common for us to see…It’s not uncommon/unusual…In recent years, with the rising of living standard, commodities with excessive packaging have poured into the markets and stores, such as luxurious moon cakes and traditional Chinese rice pudding. Such a prevailing phenomenon leads to so 程度serious waste that结果 it has aroused people’s wide concern and strong criticism.Arouse people’s attention=arouse people’s concernEnvironmental pollution is so serious nowadays that it has aroused…Throw away rubbish randomly=litterThe littering problem is so popular that it has aroused…Many reasons may account for=explain excessive packaging. To begin with,an increasing number of companies and stores hold the idea that fancy packaging may attract potential customers and stimulate their purchasing desire, thus earning more profits.（结果）In addition, many customers have a wrong notion that the more delicate the package looks, the higher quality the commodity will be, which encourages the evil trend of excessive packaging.（结果）What’s more, the prevailing phenomenon is partly due to the lack of related laws and regulations and strict enforcement of them.People should be aware of the importance of thrifty./economical way of life, because it will lead us to an abundant life./,which is core/a fundamental element of our Chinese culture.(原因)Driven by the desire for profit, producers and sellers promote excessive packaging for their goods to make them more attractive in the market（目的）.(to earn more money.)针对problem这种文章万能一：意识不够万能二：制度不健全In my opinion, excessive packaging will not only waste the precious resources, but also lay heavier burden on the environment. To prevent this phenomenon from worsening, it is high time that we raised people’s awareness of rational consumption and saving resources.2011年12月四级Directions: You're allowed 30 minutes to write a short essay entitled Nothing Succeeds Without a Strong Will by commenting on the humorous saying, "Quitting smoking is the easiest thing in the world. I've done it hundreds of time."You'd write at least 120 words but no more than 180 words.Nothing succeeds without a strong will Setback/obstacle/frustration/difficul ty/hardship overcome/conquerGod helps those who help themselves. Be addicted to1.总分2.分点论述事情的起始、过程、结果1.引入话题2.分点论述举例子正反说3.总结Only if we have/possess/be blessed with a strong will can we succeed/harvest a satisfying result/achieve ourgoals/realize our dreams.按照一定的顺序顺藤摸瓜As a humorous saying goes, “”. In other words, without a strong will, we can not succeed in such an elementary thing as quitting smoking. Simple as the sentence is, it conveys a thought-provoking notion that we should be determined in the process of pursuing success./fulfilling our dreams./achieving ourselves.To begin with, with the help of determination, we can acquire advanced skills and techniques, which are essential/indispensable for success./achievement. Moreover, it is not uncommon for us to bear great stress, which can be relieved through a strong will. Last but not least, a will of iron can teach us to resist temptations, which are hard to fight against.There is a widespread humorous saying,“quitting smoking is the easiest thing in the world. I’ve done it hundreds of times.”Funny as it is, the saying ironically reflects the fact that strong will is the most essential quality for anyone that wants to achieve success. Fierce competitionCompetitive societyOur life involves all kinds of obstacles and setbacks which may exhaust us and knock us down. Therefore, we must have strong will to meet challenges of them. And what’s more, there are many temptations waiting for us when we are striving for success. For example, when you are doing your utmost/spare no effort to quit playing computer games, your friends just play with great satisfaction. Then how can you resist such terrible temptation? Obviously, only with strong will can you conquer yourself and realize your goals.All in all, success only belongs to those who can suffer long years of patient toil and constant efforts, just as the old popular saying goes,“where there is a will, there is a way.”六级作文2013年12月六级（1）Directions:For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write an essay on happiness by referring to the saying “Happiness is not the absence of problems, but the ability to deal with them.”You can cite examples to illustrate your point and then explain how you can develop your ability to deal with problems and be happy. You shouldwrite at least 150 words but no more than 200 words.范文1（新东方）How to Gain HappinessWhen it comes to the question “how do you define happiness?”, people vary in their opinions and everyone has his own interpretation of happiness. Among them is a thought-provoking saying that happiness is not the absence of problems, but the ability to deal with them, which reveals the truth about happiness.There is no denying that on occasions in our life problems occur and we find ourselves in trouble, but it doesn’t mean we are deprived of happiness. The point is that we should screw up our courage to face the problems. Numerous examples were seen around us: the disabled overcoming various obstacles,poverty-stricken/deprived/impoverishe d people striving for their dreams---they become fulfilled by courageously coping with difficulties. Steve Jobs is an inspiring case in point. Having been deserted by his biological parents, the man who had dropped out of college still managed to influence the world greatly.Therefore, it is crucial that we develop the ability to deal with problems. We should take heart and build up confidence. Meanwhile, we need to find practical and effective ways to tackle those problems.To conclude, it is advisable to have a positive attitude toward problems and happiness is within our reach after settling them.范文2（星火）The Way to HappinessWhen it comes to the question of happiness, everybody has his own interpretation. But an inspiring idea goes that happiness is not the absence of problems, but the ability to deal with them, which reveals the nature of happiness. Happiness will be achieved only when we show great courage to confront problems and develop the capacity to solve them.There is no denying that we may encounter many problems in our life, but that doesn’t mean we are deprived of happiness. Many people have set great examples for us to follow: Nelson Mandela was sentenced to 27 years in prison, but he was optimistic and finally became successful in fighting against racial segregation. Steve Jobs was abandoned by his biological parents and dropped out of university but still managed to change the world. In our lives,no one is definitely immune to problems, but we may achieve happiness through striving.Therefore, it is of great necessity to equip ourselves with the ability to cope with problems. To be more specific, we need to be cooperative, persistent and decisive, and have a positive attitude toward problems. Only when we are proficient in dealing with problems can we fully enjoy happiness and live a merry life.2013年12月六级（2）Directions：For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write an essay about the impact of information explosion by referring to the saying "A wealth of information creates a poverty of attention". You can cite examples to illustrate your point and then explain what you can do to avoid beingdistracted by irrelevant information. You should write at least 150 words but no more than 200 words.范文（星火）Ways to Get over InformationExplorationAs the saying goes, “A wealth of information creates a poverty of attention.” Nowadays we are in era of information exploration. More and more people complain that they are lost in the information age.Admittedly, no one can deny the fact that the new information age has brought us so much convenience that we are allowed to get plenty of information just with a simple click sitting in front of the computer. Nevertheless, we are also confused, annoyed, distracted and upset by and incredibly large quantity of information. For example, whensearching for something online, people are easily misguided by irrelevant information and forget their original plans. Besides, some information often turn out to be useless and actually advertisement. Therefore, it can be time-consuming and troublesome to search information online.Then what can we do to avoid being distracted by irrelevant information? Here are some useful tips: Firstly, make a list of what you really want before your searching. You can avoid some appealing, yet irrelevant information in this way. Then, find some credible and professional sources and websites and then save and categorize them. In this case, you can easily leave some advertisements and useless information behind.范文3【点评】本次作文主题围绕“信息爆炸给大众带来的困扰”，难度较小。