沪江英语专四必看系列之考前作文密押.doc

<p>押题1 我们应该欢迎“宅”生活吗？
题目要求：
The popularization of computer and Internet service has created a group of people called “indoorsy men” or “indoorsy women”. They prefer to spend most of their time at home rather than going outdoors and having face-to-face contact with others. Should people choose to become indoorsy? The following are opinions from both sides. Read carefully the opinions from both sides and write your response in about 200 words, in which you should first summarize briefly the opinions from both sides and give your views on the issue.
Marks will be awarded for content relevance, content sufficiency, organization and language quality. Failure to follow the above instructions may result in a loss of marks.
YES&nbsp;
In modern times when we can buy everything we need on the Internet, and communicate and even work through the Internet, becoming indoorsy men or women is simply a choice of different lifestyle. In the past, if you want to buy something, you need to go out of your house, go to the store, and spend an hour or two choosing the product you want to buy. But now you can just sit in front of a computer and click your mouse, and the product can be delivered to you. Being indoorsy can save people a lot of time.
Being indoorsy can allow people to think and work in a peaceful environment. For example, writers can be quite creative when they are alone at home without being interrupted.
Being indoorsy does not mean that people will never go out of the door. Indoorsy men or women are good at making full use of the modern technology to facilitate their life and work.&nbsp;
NO
Some sociologists warn that the indoorsy lifestyle will make people become self-centered and naive. If people stay at home for a long time, they will have little interpersonal contact with others. They do not know how to have face-to-face communication with others, and they may become shy, uncomfortable, or self-centered when they are involved in real-life interpersonal communication. This indoorsy lifestyle will have a bad effect on their normal interpersonal relationship and their normal work.
Indoorsy men or women spend most of their time sitting in front of a computer, and they seldom attend outdoor activities. Watching the computer screen for a long time will do great harm to their eyes. Also, many indoorsy people do not like to attend sports activities, and in the long run, their health will get worse.&nbsp;
审题思路：
本题讨论“宅”生活是否可取。在具体行文方面，考生应首先简要概述正方观点：“宅”是现代的一种新型生活方式。然后概述反方观点：“宅”有种种弊端。接下来给出自己的观点：现代科技是把双刃剑，我们要把握好，适当利用可以使我们的生活更便利，但过度依赖则会对身体有害。最后总结全文，重申观点。
高分范文：
Should We Embrace Indoorsy Lifestyle?
With the globalization of modern technology, especially the world-wide access to Internet service, people’s lifestyle has been greatly influenced. Some enjoy indoorsy lifestyle. They hold that indoorsy lifestyle is time-saving and peaceful. In contrast, those against the idea claim that keep an indoorsy lifestyle will do harm to people both psychologically and physically.
&nbsp;As far as I am concerned, modern technology is a double-edged sword. If we consider it as a useful tool to improve our life, it will certainly bring unprecedented convenience to us. With the assistance of the Internet, one can save his time through working, shopping, or communicating with others at home. Also, solitude isn’t always equal to loneliness. Free from outside interruption, one can be creative and keep his mind sharp. On the other hand, too much reliance on or indulgence in the Internet will certainly have an impact on our normal life and work. For instance, indulging in social network online may corrode peoples’ social skills. To be specific, they may feel lost when talking with people face-to-face, which may affect their normal relationship with family members and friends. What’s worse, sitting in front of a computer all day long means little outdoor activities, which may damage one’s health.
In conclusion, while enjoying all the benefits the virtual world has brought to us, indoorsy people should also step out of their home and engage themselves in the real world.
押题2&nbsp;&nbsp;难以抗拒的网络报纸潮流
题目要求：
In recent years, traditional printed newspaper has faced a serious challenge. The Christian Science Monitor became the first national newspaper to shut down its print edition, and recently, the world famous magazine Newsweek announced that it would soon cease publishing on paper and shift to an online-only format. Will the printed newspaper one day be replaced by online newspaper? Some believe so while many still hold an optimistic view on the future of traditional newspaper. Read carefully the opinions from both sides and write your response in about 200 words, in which you should first summarize briefly the opinions from both sides and give your views on the issue.
Marks will be awarded for content relevance, content sufficiency, organization and language quality. Failure to follow the above instructions may result in a loss of marks.
YES
The new media, such as the Internet and mobile phone applications, have exerted a great influence on people’s life. Online newspaper is fast, instant, and convenient, while the printed newspaper often responds slowly to the latest news. People are now used to reading online newspaper on their smart phones, and no one has the patience of waiting for the printed newspaper.
Online newspaper is also environment-friendly, which is in accord with the trend of saving energy in today’s world. The printed newspaper consumes a large number of natural resources, and will, in the long term, be gradually replaced.
The multiple services, such as posting comments and finding related news through the links provided by online newspaper have greatly enriched people’s reading experiences and knowledge. Traditional newspaper can hardly compete in this sense.
NO
There are still a large number of people in the world who have no access to the Internet. For these people, printed newspaper is an important way to know about the latest events at home and abroad.
Although the printed newspaper cannot be as fast-responding as the online newspaper, it still can provide many in-depth reports and analytical articles for readers. Many column writers are invited to write special feature reports for the printed newspaper. Online newspaper, on the other hand, is only suitable for fast reading.
Many readers prefer to read the printed newspaper for they do not like staring at the computer or cell phone screen. Printed newspaper is also preferred by the elderly people.
审题思路:
本题讨论的是在网络媒体的冲击下，传统报纸是否会被网络报纸所取代。在具体行文方面，考生应首先根据材料简要概括正反两方的观点：正方认为网络报纸优势明显，反方则认为纸质报纸仍然有存在的理由。然后提出自己的观点：纸质报纸最终会消失，并给出论据。最后总结全文，重申观点。
高分范文:
The Irresistible Trend of Online Newspaper
With the advent of information technology, the traditional media are pushed to the corner and are struggling to survive. Surprisingly, not all people are hailing the birth of online version news. Some people believe that traditional printed newspaper is irreplaceable since a large number of people still have no access to the Internet. However, others believe that the demise of printed version is at hand. Being faster and more convenient, cell phones and personal computers have led us to a paper-free lifestyle.
As far as I am concerned, it is irresistible that the printed newspaper will demise while the online newspaper will prosper. As the modern life picks up speed, news is reported at every turn. News is no longer new when printed on paper. While the printing process of traditional newspaper takes hours, and its distribution may take even longer time, the electronic transmission of news on the Internet may only take a couple of seconds, even including videos and audios. Besides, young people, the largest number of consumers, prefer to read news via cell phone or laptop. By these devices, users can share and comment on the news, which enables them to enrich their knowledge and mind in a short time.
In conclusion, I firmly hold the idea that the online newspaper will dominate the market in the future and the printed newspaper will be displayed in the museum representing a period of history. &nbsp;
押题3 让“公务员热”降温
题目要求：
Every year millions of candidates attend the National Civil Servant Exam, some of whom even take it as their lifelong career to attend the exam every year in the hope of passing the exam and becoming a civil servant. The most sought-after position may attract nearly 10,000 applicants. The “craze for the Civil Servant Exam” has been fiercely debated in recent years. Should university graduates zealously pursue government posts? Read carefully the opinions from both sides and write your response in about 200 words, in which you should first summarize briefly the opinions from both sides and give your views on the issue.
Marks will be awarded for content relevance, content sufficiency, organization and language quality. Failure to follow the above instructions may result in a loss of marks.
YES
It is undeniable that the post of civil servant is an appealing job, for government posts are relatively stable, with fine income and welfare. If one becomes a civil servant, many troublesome problems, such as accommodation and medical care can be solved with some favorable policies. Also, the workload is modest compared with other jobs. So being a civil servant is attractive for many university students and they can hardly abandon this opportunity.
The expansion of college enrollment and the fierce competition among university graduates have led to the increasing pressure of job hunting. For many students who are not quite certain of what they want to do in the future, taking the Civil Servant Exam is a good try. The whole process is the same as applying for jobs in private sections. Through the exam, university graduates can get a practice for the future career, and the result sometimes is not so important.
NO
The craze of university students attending the Civil Servant Exam is, to a large extent, due to the advantages of government posts. But actually, the government post today is not as favorable as it used to be. Being a civil servant is stable, but on the other hand, also lacks creativity and freshness. Its salary is on the average level, and is no match for that in some private sections. University graduates, at their 20s, should exert themselves and strive for a bright future. Blindly following the crowd to pursue government posts is not a good choice.
It is wrong that some university students equate success with a government post. In order to get a government post, students sometimes have to choose jobs that are not even related to their majors. It is a waste and is not worth getting such a post at the cost of one’s specialties and professional knowledge.
&nbsp;审题思路:
本题讨论公务员考试热。在具体行文方面，考生可首先简要概述正方观点，即参加公务员考试是有益的；然后概述反方观点，即应当遏制公务员考试的热潮。然后给出自己的观点：不能盲目地参加考试，要结合自身情况，并重点阐述理由。最后总结全文。
高分范文：
Curbing the Craze for Government Posts
Our society is experiencing a craze for the Civil Servant Exam in recent years, which makes becoming a civil servant a popular mindset in society. Two opposite voices emerge, providing different views on career planning. Some think the government post should be pursued, for it provides an appealing job with stability, fine income, secure welfare yet relatively moderate workload. Others are against the zealous pursuit of government posts because it is not as favorable as it was before.
&nbsp;As far as I am concerned, university graduates should not pursue government posts zealously. Firstly, career planning should be based on one’s ambition and specialty rather than some short-sighted interests like the stability of a job. Graduates are young; they are in a crucial period of striving for a better future. And the government also needs loyal and responsible employees instead of those who only seek for self-interests. Secondly, stable as it is, the government post lacks creativity and freshness. Besides, some positions have less mobility and prospect of promotion, and the salary is on the average level, not so encouraging compared with that in some private sectors. Thirdly, the conception of equating a government post with success is apt to mislead graduates to choose government positions even irrelevant to their majors, causing the waste of human resources.
In conclusion, university graduates should pursue the government posts in a proper manner. The stability and welfare of a job are important, but they should not be the only elements we take into account.
押题4&nbsp;乘客可以在地铁上吃喝吗？
题目要求：
Recently in many cities, such as Shanghai, Nanjing and Wuhan, passengers are not allowed to eat or drink on subways, and violators shall be fined. Should food and drinks be permitted on subways? The debate has been raging in China for a long time. Governments and passengers show different attitudes. Read carefully the opinions from both sides and write your response in about 200 words, in which you should first summarize briefly the opinions from both sides and give your views on the issue.
Marks will be awarded for content relevance, content sufficiency, organization and language quality. Failure to follow the above instructions may result in a loss of marks.
YES
According to the laws and regulations, items that pose threats to the security of passengers cannot be taken to the subway. However, food and drinks will do no harm to the passengers’ safety, and therefore should not be forbidden. Besides, it is every citizen’s right to eat and drink during public transportation. This right should not be deprived of by the government.
When passengers have to travel on subways for nearly one hour, it is necessary for them to eat some snacks or drink some water. If food and drinks are forbidden, it will cause inconvenience to some elderly passengers and children. In addition, many young people have to eat their breakfast on the subway when they go to work in the morning in order to save time. The new regulation will also affect their normal life and work.&nbsp;
NO
It is every citizen’s responsibility to build a clean and healthy public environment. Some passengers bring food and drinks to the subway, and leave litter everywhere. This inappropriate behavior makes the subway look messy and untidy. For citizens and tourists who travel on the subway, they will inevitably have a terrible impression of this city.
The subway is a relatively closed space, and therefore any unpleasant smell can easily spread inside the subway and cause uncomfortable feelings among passengers. Some food and drinks, such as the steamed buns or some other traditional Chinese breakfast, often carry strong smell. Although for people who are eating and drinking, it is of no harm, for others, the unpleasant smell may make them feel sick.
&nbsp;审题思路:
本题讨论最近多地出台的地铁上不允许吃东西的政策。在具体行文方面，考生应首先简要概述正反方观点。然后阐述自己的观点：不鼓励在地铁上吃东西，政府可以呼吁大家养成好的行为习惯，但是，吃东西是大家的权利，不能强制性地被剥夺。最后总结全文。
高分范文：
Should Passengers Eat and Drink on Subways?
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