2016年11月26日雅思大作文真题
2016全国卷英语作文题
2016全国卷英语作文题In the era of digitalization, the landscape of communication has been revolutionized by the advent of technology. The traditional methods of interaction, such as face-to-face conversations and handwritten letters, are gradually being replaced by instant messaging, emails, and social media platforms. This essay aims to explore the impact of technology on traditional forms of communication and discuss whether these changes are beneficial or detrimental to society.Firstly, the convenience and speed offered by technological advancements in communication are unparalleled. People can now connect with others across the globe in real-time, which was unimaginable a few decades ago. This has not only facilitated international business and diplomacy but also allowed friends and family to stay in touch, regardless of geographical barriers. The instant nature of communication has also made information dissemination faster and more efficient.However, this shift towards digital communication has also led to a decline in the use of traditional communication methods. Handwritten letters, for instance, are becoming a rarity, and the art of letter writing is at risk of being lost. Face-to-face conversations, while still valued, are often interrupted by the need to check smartphones or respond to digital messages. This can lead to a decrease in thequality of interpersonal relationships, as the non-verbalcues and the emotional depth that come with in-person interactions are often missing in digital exchanges.Moreover, the reliance on technology for communication has raised concerns about privacy and security. With theincreasing amount of personal information being shared online, there is a greater risk of data breaches and identity theft. Additionally, the anonymity that the internet provides can sometimes lead to a lack of accountability and the spread of misinformation.In conclusion, while technology has undoubtedly made communication more efficient and accessible, it is essentialto find a balance that preserves the value of traditional forms of communication. It is crucial to recognize the importance of in-person interactions and the personal touch that comes with handwritten notes. As we continue to embrace technological advancements, we must also ensure that we donot lose the essence of human connection that thesetraditional methods provide.。
2016年11月学位英语真题(含答案)
2016年11月学位英语真题Part 1 Reading comprehension (30%)Passage 1If the Dakota Access Pipeline(输油管道）is completed, it will carry nearly half a million barrels of oil across four states every day. Energy Transfer Partners (ETP), a Texas-based company behind the $ 3.8 billion project, hopes to finish construction this year. But the Standing ROCK Sioux, an American Indian tribe, is determined to stop the 1,172-mile pipeline from being built. (76) Both sides show no signs of backing down.The Dakota Access Pipeline was announced in 2014. A section of it will run near the Standing Rock Sioux reservation. A reservation is an area of land set aside for American Indians. The tribe says the construction threatens to destroy historical areas and ancient burial sites. They also say the pipeline could pollute their main water source, the Missouri River. In April, the Standing Rock Sioux began a protest against the project. They camped at the construction site. Since then, thousands of people, including people from other American Indian tribes, have traveled to the site to protest.ETP says that the pipeline will have built-in safety measures to protect against oil leaks. Workers will also monitor it remotely, and will be able to close valves(阀门) within three minutes if leaks are detected.American Indians have been staging a nonviolent protest for months. The protest took a turn last week when police were called to keep the peace between protesters and armed security guards hired by the company.(77) Twenty-eight people have been arrested since then and charged with interfering with the pipeline construction.1. Which of the following is the main idea of the passage?A. The Dakota Access Pipeline will create more markets for oil and gas.B. The Dakota Access Pipeline will create many job opportunities.C. American Indians oppose the construction of an oil pipeline.D. American Indians fight for equal voting rights.2. ETP hopes to finish this project in ____________.A. 2016B. 2017C. 2018D. 20193. Why do American Indians protest against the construction of this pipeline?A. Because it will cost up to $3.8 billion.B. Because it threatens the regions’ water supply.C. Because it will make many people lose their jobs.D. Because it will force many people to leave their homes.4. According to the passage, the workers can _______ in case of pipeline leaks.A. report it to the local governmentB. ask people to leave the leak affected areasC. call 911D. close valves5. According to the passage, which of the following statements is NOT TRUE?A. This pipeline will cross four states.B. This pipeline is 1,172 miles long.C. All the protesters are from the Standing Rock Sioux.D. Neither side of the dispute is willing to compromise.Passage 2As the National Park Service celebrates its 100th anniversary(周年纪念), President Barrack Obama has announced the establishment of one new national monument, and the expansion(扩大) of another. In Maine, more than 87,500 acres of forest will become government-protected parkland for the first time. In Hawaii, a national monument created by President George W, Bush in 2006 will expand to about 582,578 square miles, four times its current size.Obama has now created or enlarged 26 national monuments during his presidency. As a result, his a dministration says, Obama has protected more of the nation’s land than any other president has. But some residents and officials, in both Maine and Hawaii, object to the plans. (78) They say their local economies depend on the use of these areas.In establishing this monument, Obama took the side of conservationists (自然资源保护者) who want laws to protect wild lands. Creating a national park usually requires the approval of Congress. But a 1906 federal law allows the president to establish national monument on his own.The lands’ new status as a monument means that mining and drilling operations are forbidden there. (79) It may also severely limit activities such as logging, road-building, and hunting. Some of Maine’s politicians who want to protect the state’s logging industries say Obama should not have acted alone. They say Washington should not tell the states how to use their land, especially when people’s jobs are at stake. Maine politician Susan Collins said the president should have listened to Maine lawmakers and residents, as well as the U.S. Congress before making his decision.However, those who support the president’s decision say the establishment of the new monument will lead to new jobs through tourism.6. Which of the following is the best title for the passage?A. Creating new jobsB. Protecting wild animalsC. Stimulating local economiesD. Creating new national monuments7. Obama has established or enlarged ______ national monument during his two terms.A. 19B. 20C. 26D. 308. In national monuments, ______ is forbidden.A. loggingB. huntingC. miningD. road-building9. The phrase at stake in Paragraph 4 is closest in meaning to _____.A. in returnB. in dangerC. at presentD. by chance10. According to the passage, which of the following statements is NOT TRUE?A. The national monument in Hawaii was created by President Bush.B. There is no objection to President Obama’s decision.C. President Obama made his decision on his own.D. The establishment of the new monument will lead to new jobs.Passage 3Toronto’s third City Hall, now known as Old City Hall, was designed by Edward James Lennox and declared open on Sept. 18, 1899.Created to provide more space for city officials, it turned out to be the largest building in the city and the largest city building in North America at the time.Lennox took three years to design the City Hall and it took 11 years to build it. Contemporaries believe that the odd carving(雕刻) above the Queen Street entrance were actually caricatures(漫画) of councilors at the time.Lennox even included himself in the caricatures, on the west side of the central arch(拱门), and left a strange signature in the stonework of the link portions of the building.The third City Hall was originally used as councilors’ offices and legal offices, but it is used only as a courthouse today.When the fourth City Hall (the one we know today) was declared open in 1965, Old City Hall was threatened to be pulled down. It was saved by a group of people called the “Friends of Old City Hall.”The clock tower stands parallel with the middle of Bay Street, rather than with the center of the building. The bells in the tower were not installed until the building opened. Old City Hall was declared a historical site in 1989.(80) The entire structure cost more than $2.5 million to build at the time. This is equal to $53 million today.11. Toronto’s third City Hall came into use in ______.A. the 18th centuryB. the 19th centuryC. the 20th centuryD. the 21st century12. Old City Hall was constructed in ______ years.A. 3B. 7C. 9D. 1113. The third City Hall is now used as a _________.A. middle schoolB. hospitalC. cinemaD. courthouse14. From the passage we learn that ______.A. Toronto spends lots of money yearly developing the cityB. some local residents showed a great interest in protecting the city’s cultural site.C. the City Council of Toronto hasn’t paid sufficient attention to the protection of the city’s culture.D. the City Hall is still the largest city building in North America today15. Which of the following statements is TRUE according to the passage?A. To build a structure like the City Hall will cost $5.2 million today.B. The clock tower stands parallel with the center of the City Hall.C. Old City Hall was once pulled down in the development of the city.D. Old city Hall is now a historical site.Part II V ocabulary and structure (30%)16. Shanghai is _____ biggest city in _____ China in terms of population.A. the; theB. the; /C. /; theD. /;/17. When Jenny came to my place, I _______ breakfast with James.A. haveB. hadC. have hadD. was having18. ______ I in your position, I would not accept the job.A. WereB. WasC. AmD. Been19. I got ____ money with me, so I wasn’t able to buy even a bottle of water.A. anyB. someC. fewD. little20. –Must we send in our plan this week?–No, _____; you can send it in next week.A.you needn’tB. you mustn’tC. you can’tD. you shouldn’t21. Would you mind _____ me some bread on your way home?A. buyB. to buyC. buyingD. bought22. I can’t finish the work in time, _____ you help me translate the texts.A. unlessB. ifC. whereD. but23. The driver _____ the passengers off at the supermarket and then went to the next stop.A. fellB. sankC. droppedD. stepped24. That restaurant has a good _____ in the community for its delicious food and friendly service.A. moodB. mirrorC. reputationD. report25. The manager at once lost his _____ when he learnt that his secretary was late again for the meeting.A. mindB. temperC. passionD. way26. The young soldier was ____ wounded in the war and died a few days later.A. generouslyB. lonelyC. fatallyD. slightly27. Professor Simpson _____ the project carefully and made a few correction.A. went upB. went downC. went afterD. went over28. When I go to heat the milk please _____ the baby.A. keep an eye onB. set food onC. make a guess atD. look forward to29. Mr. and Mrs. Wright have got nine children----it’s really a big _____.A. homeB. familyC. houseD. room30. Neither Bill nor his parents _____ at home.A. isB. areC. hasD. have31. The summer vacation _____ over, they then got down to their work again.A. wereB. wasC. beingD. had been32. He failed in his exam, ______ proves that he hadn’t worked hard enough.A. whatB. thatC. whichD. such33. _____ is known to all, too much stress can cause disease.A. WhichB. ThatC. ItD. As34. It was not until he came back _____ I left the office.A. thenB. whichC. thatD. when35. Only when he finished his homework _____ that he had made a mistake.A. he then realizedB. did he realizeC. before he realizedD. he realized36. If it _____ rain tomorrow, we’ll have the party outside.A. wouldn’tB. doesn’tC. didn’tD. won’t37. This is the dictionary you’re looking for, _____?A. isn’t thisB. isn’t thatC. isn’t itD. isn’t there38. It’s going to rain, you’d better _____ an umbrella with you.A. bringB. takeC. carryD. fetch39. Mary never tells anyone what she does for a ______.A. lifeB. workC. professionD. living40. I saw a car in the distance, but I couldn’t _____ whether it was red or not.A. make outB. work onC. look outD. take in41. There were a _____ number of students on the playground.A. fewB. littleC. shortD. small42. Students are expected to ______ lectures regularly.A. presentB. goC. attendD. follow43. The lecture was so ______ that everyone went to sleep.A. boringB. boredC. InterestingD. interested44. We can see a lot of people doing morning exercises in the park even ____ a cold morning.A. onB. inC. atD. during45. The guide walked so fast that most of the tourists could not ____ him.A. go in forB. keep up withC. follow upD. pass onPart III Identification (10%)46. Professor Morison has never been to China, nor does Dr. Jones.A B C D47. As early as the 12th century, boys in England enjoyed to play football.A B C D48. Nobody allows to smoke here because smoking indoors is against the law.A B C D49. When a water is heated, it changes into vapor.A B C D50. He has come to work for a local newspaper about ten years ago, when heA B Cgraduated from Peking University.D51. One of the two chairs is mine; the another is my brother’s.A B C D52. The more quickly you get there, the soon you will be able to relax.A B C D53. I ought have invited her to the party but I didn’t know her well.A B C D54. He was seriously ill for days, and now he looks strong and healthy.A B C D55. Although Jim has lived in Beijing for five years, but he doesn’t speak Chinese well. A B C DPart IV Cloze (10%)Green sea turtles (海龟) are the world’s largest species of hard-shelled sea turtle. While most individuals weigh about 136 to 181 kilograms, some can be __56__ heavy as 204 kilograms. These turtle are found nesting (筑巢) along the coastline of more than 80 countries with the largest nesting population __57___ in Costa Rica and Australia.Green sea turtle spend most of their lives underwater, __58____ they can rest for up to five hours at a time before ___59___ up for air. When active, they typically stay underwater for a few minutes and swim up to the surface to ___60__ air for a few seconds. Green sea turtles also bathe in the sun __61_____ land.56. A. at B. for C. in D. as57. A. gone B. moved C. found D. knocked58. A. where B. which C. that D. when59. A. join B. come C. joining D. coming60. A. breathe B. draw C. hold D. attract61. A. for B. at C. on D. inUnlike most other sea turtles, adult green sea turtles eat primarily plant-based foods _____62__ of seaweed and sea grass. Scientists believe these green foods ___63___ the sea turtle’s fat its green color.Similar to other sea turtles, green sea turtles travel long distances __64__ their feeding grounds and their nesting sites, with recorded distances __65____ than 2,600 kilometers. They have strong flippers (鳍形肢) that help them __66___ in the water.62. A. putting B. making C. containing D. consisting63. A. take B. give C. taken D. given64. A. among B. within C. between D. beyond65. A. longer B. deeper C. richer D. higher66. A. arrive B. swim C. reach D. jumpFemale green sea turtles leave the water in __67____ to lay eggs on the beach and will choose the same nesting __68___ as where they were born. A female will dig __69___ a nest with her flippers and lay about 155 eggs. There she’ll cover the eggs __70____ sand and return to the sea. After about two months the babies will use a special “egg tooth” to break their shells an d hatch (孵化) from their eggs.67. A. way B. place C. method D. order68. A. lawn B. street C. level D. spot69. A. out B. away C. above D. below70. A. of B. with C. out D. forThe first few years of a green sea turtle’s life are spe nt __71__ at sea, where they feed on tiny animals and plants __72___ live in the surface layer of the sea. As they grow older, the turtles move to __73___ waters along the coast, where they find sea grass to eat.Adult green sea turtles face many threats, primarily from humans, including injuries from passing boats, being __74___ in fishing nets and pollution. Newly hatched sea turtles are also at___75__ of being hunted by other animals as they move from their nests out to the sea.71. A. float B. think C. floating D. thinking72. A. when B. that C. what D. where73. A. negative B. careful C. shallow D. polite74. A. caught B. dropped C. grown D. reached75. A. risk B. sight C. visit D. deathPart V. translation (20%)76. Both sides show no signs of backing down.77. Twenty-eight people have been arrested since then and charged with interferingwith the pipeline construction.78. They say their local economies depend on the use of these areas.79. It may also severely limit activities such as logging, road-building, and hunting.80. The entire structure cost more than $2.5 million to build at the time.81. 他在这所大学任教多久了？82. 我希望我们的演出会成功。
2016年雅思写作真题——大作文
2016年雅思写作真题——大作文160109——全球化Differences between countries are becoming less evident recently. People can see the same films, brands, fashion, advertisements and TV channels.To what extent do disadvantage outweigh advantages?160114——犯罪A recent newspaper article reports that a 14-year-old boy who seriously destroyed his school got a punishment to clean streets instead of sent to the prison.Do you think this is right? Or the young criminals should be sent to the jail?160123——媒体News media has become more influential in people’s lives. Other believe it is a negative development.To what extent do you agree or disagree?160130——政府＋交通In some countries, the government tried to reduce traffic. For instance, they imposed acongestion tax during rush hour.Do you think this development is positive or negative?160213——教育In some countries, there has been an increase in the number of parents who educate theirchildren themselves at home instead of sending them to school.Do you think the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?160218——动物Human activities have negative effects on plant and animal species. Some people think itis too late to do anything about this problem. Others believe that effective measures canbe taken to improve this situation.Discuss both views and give your opinion.160220——媒体Nowadays a large amount of advertising aiming at children should be banned because of thenegative effects.To what extent do you agree or disagree?160227——女性In many c ountries women are allowed to take maternity leave from their jobs during the first month after the birth of their baby.Does advantage outweigh disadvantages?160305——媒体（11-06-04）We rely on news for our knowledge nowadays, but we are unsure how much we can trust journalists.What is your opinion on it?What qualities do you think should be required by journalists?160312——动物In modern world, it is no longer necessary to use animals for food or use animal products,for instance, clothing and medicines.To what extent do you agree or disagree?160319——社会(医疗保险)Some people think health care should be free for everyone, while others think they shouldpay medical costs for themselves.Discuss both sides and give your own opinion.160331——社会Today many children spend a lot of time playing computer games and little time on sports.Why is it?Is it a positive or negative development?160402——社会Multicultural societies, where people of different ethnic groups live together, can bringmore benefits than drawbacks to a country.To what extent do you agree or disagree?160416——城市发展When new towns are planned, it is important to build more public parks or sports facilities than shopping centers for people to spend their free time.To what extent do you agree or disagree?160421——环境The increase in the production of consumer goods results in damage to the natural environment. What are the causes of this? What can be done to solve this problem?160430——社会People’s shopping habits depend more on the age group they belong to than any other factor.To what extent do you agree or disagree?160507——教育Some people think teaching children different abilities together benefits everyone, otherthink intelligent children should be taught separately and given special treatment.Discuss both views and give your own opinion.160519——女性In many countries women are able to join the armed forces now on the equal basis of men.However some people think only men should be members of the army, navy and Air force.To what extent do you agree or disagree?160521——社会（国际援助）Some people believe countries have moral obligation to help each other. Others worry aboutthe aid money cannot get to the poor of this world.Discuss both sides and give your own opinion.160528——家庭New parents should attend a parenting course to learn how to bring up their children well.Do you agree or disagree?160604——教育Many s tudents are taught to push themselves to try and be better than other students, rather than work together for everyone’s benefits.Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?160625——科技The range and quality of food has been improved with the development of technology andscientific advance. Some people think it is good and others think it is harmful.Discuss both sides and give your own opinion.160709——媒体There are many advertisements directed at children, such as snacks, toys and other goods.Parents argue that children are under pressure. Advertisers claim that the advertisementsprovide useful information.Discuss both views and give your own opinion.160714——科技People still value artist in the age of advanced science and technology.Why you think this is?Are arts as important as science and technology?160716——环境Some people think that instead of preventing climate change, we need to find a way to livewith it.Do you agree or disagree?160730——政府／教育Some people think that the government should decide which subject students should study at university, while others think that students should be allowed to apply for the subject they prefer.Discuss both sides and give your own opinion.160804——媒体／全球化Some people think that it is necessary to travel abroad to learn about other countries.However, other people think that it is not necessary to travel abroad because all theinformation can be seen at TV and the Internet.Discuss both sides and give your own opinion.160813——社会In many countries, people can eat a wide variety of food today. As a result, they eat foodfrom other regions than local food.Do you think the advantages of the development outweigh disadvantages?160820——社会（慈善）Some people think charity organizations should help people in great need wherever they live. However, others think they should help people in their own country.Discuss both views and give your own opinion.160827——城市发展Some people think it is more important to plant trees in open areas in towns and cities than to provide more housing.To what extent do you agree or disagree?160903——媒体Some people think having more TV channels is good because they will have more choices, while others think it is not good because programs’ quality is lower.Discuss both views and give your own opinion.160910——文化Many c ustoms and the traditional ways of behavior are no longer relevant to the modern life and no worth keeping.To what extent do you agree or disagree?160915——交通More and more people buy and use their own car.Do you think the advantages of this trend for individuals outweigh the disadvantages forenvironment?160924——城市In many cities an increasing number of people do not know their neighbors and they lack asense of community.What are the causes? How to solve this problem?161008——科技Maintaining public libraries is a waste of time since computer technology is now replacingtheir functions.To what extent do you agree or disagree?161013——其他Some scientists believe there are intelligent life forms that may exist on other planetsand we s hould send messages i nto the outer space. Other say that it may h ave negative influence and be too dangerous for people on the earth.Discuss both views and give your own opinion.161022——媒体＋政府In some countries, the criminal trials are shown on the TV and the general public can watch them.Are the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?161029——工作It is a good thing for people in senior management positions to get a higher salary thanother workers in the same company.To what extent do you agree or disagree?161103——抽象Some people think that in the modern society individuals are becoming more dependent thaneach other, while others say that individuals are becoming more independent of each other.Discuss both sides and give your opinion.161119——家庭In some countries, more people choose to live by themselves in recent years.Why is it case? Is it a positive or negative development for society?161126——科技More people are using mobile phones and computers to communicate. Therefore, people arelosing the ability to communicate with each other face to face.To what extent do you agree or disagree?161203——运动Some countries achieve international sporting success by building specialized facilitiesonly for the training of top athletes, instead of providing facilities that everyone canuse.Do you think it is a positive or negative trend?161210Some people think they have rights to use as much fresh water as they want. Others believethat the use of fresh water should be tightly controlled by the government as it is a limited resource.Discuss both views and give your own opinion.欢迎您的下载，资料仅供参考！致力为企业和个人提供合同协议，策划案计划书，学习资料等等打造全网一站式需求。
11月26日雅思听力真题回忆
11月26日雅思听力真题回忆2016年11月26日雅思听力真题回忆引言：还在为雅思考试熬夜奋战的小伙伴们看过来!为了帮助你们更好进行复习，店铺特地整理了历年考试结束后网友的真题回忆，希望大家通过自己的努力最终拿下满意的成绩!如想了解更多内容欢迎关注应届毕业生网。
S1=V120218S1Section 1版本号：New场景：休闲娱乐场景题型：Multiple Choice/Completion一句话简介：俱乐部会员申请详细回忆：1-3多选题每个月有什么活动?A. ***B. Saturday excursionC. film festivalD. culture evening eventE. disco danceF. lecture of ***4-10填空题4. 钱交到club office5. deposit of $ 156. library start from 11. 00am7. 女的通常说 usually to museums8. one more guest9. 包括免费的'one free drink10. Grand hotel 举办S2=V30080S2Section 2版本号：New场景：课外活动场景题型：Completion / Multiple Choice一句话简介：介绍一种冰上运动冰上溜石(ice curling) 。
详细回忆：11-16填空题11. 先介绍这是一个有四个人参与的游戏，然后第一个人叫the Lead (有很明显的标识词the first is called, 根据后面的单词推测，Lead的第一个字母一定要是大写，第四个人是 Skip)12. The length of ice rink is called ： the Sheet.13. The target place is called; the House. (原文说：there are two kinds of brooms or brushes, the Scottish and Canadian. The first are made of horse hair, and the latter are made of….14. Scottish brushes are made of horse hair.15. A shoe is made of a sole of rubber.16. Tthe team captain carries a stopwatch.17-20单选题17. What is the club famous for?选:BA. ...champions....B. It is the oldest club in the region.C. It is the most influentional one.18. Why was this club established?选：CA. attract people's interestB. is good to train young peopleC. to fix regulation for the game19. In the 16th century, the curling game was not bannedbecause：选：BA. It was not popular.B. It can train people for the battle.C. It was played by children.(原文说：那时因为战争，tennis等运动都被禁止，除了archery(射箭))。
2016年雅思写作精选范文
2016年雅思写作精选范⽂ 雅思考试全称为国际英语语⾔测试制度(International English Language Testing System),简称IELTS。
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2016雅思写作精选范⽂之科技类 We have been living in the nuclear age now for over half a century. Since the first atomic bombs were developed, nuclear technology has provided governments with the ability to totally destroy the planet. Yet the technology has been put to positive use as an energy source and in certain areas of medicine. To what extent is nuclear technology a danger to life on Earth? What are the benefits and risks associated with its use? Model Answer: These days, many people are afraid of nuclear technology because of the dangers associated with its use. In my opinion, although it is true that nuclear weapons pose the greatest threat to life, the use of nuclear technology for peaceful purposes also carries some serious risks. Nuclear power stations provide an important source of cheap power for many industrialised nations and some developing countries. However, there is always the danger of radiation leaking from these plants. Even though safety precautions are taken, there have been numerous disasters such as the explosion of a nuclear plant in Russia not long ago. Nuclear technology is even used to help cure some diseases such as cancer. Radiation can be applied to the body to burn away cancerous cells. This is, however, a dangerous procedure, and the application of radiation is almost always painful and not always successful. The most worrying aspect of nuclear technology, though, is its use for military purposes. Enough atomic bombs have already been built to completely destroy the planet, and the real danger is that one day some country will start a war with these weapons. Too many countries now have the technology required to make such bombs, and there is currently much debate about how to control the situation. In conclusion, nuclear technology certainly has positive uses, but is, nonetheless, dangerous. However, it would have been better if it had never been used to create nuclear weapons. If life on Earth is to continue. 2016雅思写作精选范⽂之犯罪类 Without capital punishment (the death penalty) our lives are less secure and crimes of violence increase. Capital punishment in essential to control violence in society. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion? Model Answer: Before talking about the essential role of death penalty, you have to think about the meaning, and the purpose, of any kind of punishment. If you consider that the purpose is to prevent the guilty from being nasty again, you can be seduced by an argumentation in favour of the suppression of capital punishment. But you have to think about another aspect of the problem: a punishment is also useful to impress people, to make them fear the law. In fact, let's take the example of a young misfit, which has grown in a violent atmosphere, influenced by older delinquents, etc ... He lives in the streets, he's got no aim but to survive. This is the kind of person who could possibly kill someone for money, or even for fun ... Why would he fear prison? Life would be easier for him there. In addition, in many cases, when you behave normally, you can benefit from penalty reductions. This young misfit needs to be impressed, he needs to know that the law is a frontier. When you cross it, you can lose your life. That is why capital punishment helps keeping a distance between robbery and murder. If you abolish it, you suppress the difference between these two types of crime, which are completely different. But there is also a limit to define: even if death penalty is unavoidable, it would be a crime to apply it to inadequate cases. If there is no premeditation or past facts which can justify such a punishment, it is far too strict to apply death penalty. That is why the lawmakers have to establish precisely the context in which capital punishment car be pronounced. That is the price to pay to limit violence without using excessive violence.。
2016雅思作文范文
2016雅思作文范文Globalization is a phenomenon that has transformed the world in various aspects, including economy, culture, and communication. While it has brought numerous benefits, such as increased economic growth and cultural exchange, it also poses significant challenges that need to be addressed. This essay will discuss both the advantages and disadvantages of globalization.One of the most significant advantages of globalization is the expansion of markets. Businesses can now operate on a global scale, allowing them to access new customers and resources. This not only increases their revenue but also fosters competition, which can lead to better quality products and services. For instance, technology companies can source materials from different countries, reducing costs and improving efficiency.Moreover, globalization has facilitated cultural exchange. People from different parts of the world can share their traditions, languages, and ideas more easily than ever before. This has enriched localcultures and promoted understanding among different societies. For example, the popularity of international cuisine and music has created a more diverse cultural landscape, allowing people to appreciate and learn from each other's heritage.However, globalization also has its downsides. One of the most pressing issues is the widening economic gap between developed and developing countries. While globalization has benefited many, it has also led to job losses in certain industries as companies relocate to countries with cheaper labor. This can result in social unrest and increased poverty in affected areas.Additionally, the cultural homogenization that often accompanies globalization can threaten local identities. As global brands and media dominate, unique cultural practices may be overshadowed or even lost. This can lead to a loss of diversity, as communities adopt a more uniform lifestyle influenced by global trends.In conclusion, globalization is a complex process that brings both opportunities and challenges. While it offers the potential for economic growth andcultural exchange, it also requires careful management to address its negative impacts. Policymakers must work together to ensure that the benefits of globalization are shared equitably, preserving cultural diversity while fostering economic development.中文翻译：全球化是一个在经济、文化和沟通等各个方面转变世界的现象。
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difference in the percentage of sports in outdoor school hours2016年1月14日雅思写作真题之雅思小作文TASK1 The number of people taking part in a wildlife survey in Britain between 2001 and 2009.2016年1月23日雅思写作真题之雅思小作文TASK1 The three pie charts below show the production, consumption of coffee and where the profit goes around the world.(数据仅供参考)2016年1月30日雅思写作真题之雅思小作文TASK1 Task 1The diagram shows how an office building looks at present and the plan for its future development.2016年2月18日雅思写作真题之雅思小作文TASK1Changes of average monthly salary and prices of black and white TV inJapanese Yen from 1953 to 19732016年2月20日雅思写作真题之雅思小作文TASK1The chart and graph show the categories of workforce in Australia and the unemployment within 3 groups.2016年2月27日雅思写作真题之雅思小作文TASK1Task 1The graph below shows the unemployment rate in Ireland and the number ofpeople leaving the country between 1998 and 2008.2016年3月5日雅思写作真题之雅思小作文TASK1The graph shows the size of the Ozone layer hole in Antarctic and three productions of damaged gases to the Antarctic Ozone from 1980 to 2000.2016年3月12日雅思写作真题之雅思小作文TASK1The table below shows the information of the employment of students from four countries in UK after their first courses in 2001。
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Task：Nowadays more and more people are using cellphones and computers to communicate, so they are losing the ability to communicate with each other face to face. To what extent do you agree or disagree with the statement?
Sample answer：
Modern technology revolutionizes people’s ways of communication. Some
people advocate that the wide use of high-tech communication equipment
such as cell phones and computers impairs individual ability of
face-to-face communication. As far as I am concerned, the masses are
likely to lose interpersonal skills in the real world if they get addicted
to this commutation method.
Firstly, it is obvious that communication technology removes the
opportunities of real-world socialization. People today mainly rely on
search engines like Google for information acquirement, instead of people.
Consequently, there are much less interpersonal communications in daily
life such as question-and answer conver sat ions, discussion and arguments
between students and teachers, between colleagues and even between
children and parents.
In addition, it is also recognized that communicating via cell phones and
computers makes people deficient in face-to-face communication lies on
the fact that it decreased the dimension of socialization. For example,
the online communication space is very flat since the majority of messages
exchanged in social networking like Facebook, Twitter and text are only
on verbal level. However, other non-verbal levels of interpersonal skills
such as body language and social psychology are totally invalid and then
ignored, making people incompetent and unskilled when talking with others
face to face.
However, there is no denying that participants’sincereness and form of
atmosphere when people hold a conversation cannot be expected from a phone
call or online chatting. Admittedly, a contract between firms cannot be
signed without rounds of negotiations and bargains; a couple falling in
love are by no means satisfied with voice calls.
In conclusion, the separation between people is undeniable in terms of
the fact that it eliminates the possibility of face-to-face and emotional
communication as well as failure to train the practical interpersonal skills supposing that they excessively depend on communication tools. (295 words)
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