英语四级考试作文专项复习.doc

1、 英语四级考试作文复习 1999 年 1 月四级作文题及范文Directions: For this part, you are allowed thirty minutes to write a composition on the topic Dont Hesitate to Say “No”. You should write at least 100 words and you should base your composition on the outline (given in Chinese) below:1. 别人请求帮助时，在什么情况下我们会说“不”。2. 为什么有些人在该

2、说“不”的时候不说“不”。3. 该说“不”时不说“不”的坏处。Dont Hesitate to Say “No”范文：In our daily life, there are many occasions on which we should not hesitate to refuse when asked for help. For one thing, when it is beyond our ability, we should give a direct reply “no”. For another, we the thing we are asked for is unreas

3、onable or even illegal, we should say “no” without hesitation.However, it is not the case in our real life. Many people prefer to say “yes” when they should say “no”. Some are afraid to lose their face, since they think refusal means their inability. Some people are afraid to offend their acquaintan

4、ces face, such as their friends, relatives and so on.In fact, doing so is quite harmful. If you agree to do the things beyond your ability, the result will only be worse. The other might as well have asked another person who can help. And if you agree to do the unreasonable or even the illegal favor

5、s, such as cheating in the exam, you are in fact not helping the other but hurting him. You yourself will get into trouble too.1999 年 6 月四级作文题范文及写作模版Directions: For this part, you are allowed thirty minutes to write a composition on the topic Reading Selectively Or Extensively? You should write at l

6、east 100 words, and base your composition on the outline (given in Chinese) below:1. 有人认为读书要有选择2. 有人认为应当博览群书3. 我的看法Reading Selectively Or Extensively读书是人们增长知识的主要途径，那么是有选择地读书，还是博览群书，这一直是人们争论的焦点。每个人都有自己读书的习惯，到底哪一种更有效呢？其实，只要考生理由充分，支持哪一种观点都是可以的。本文只要求考生客观分析和评论两种观点，然后指出自己的观点。文章的三段结构应该是“简明扼要地提出两种不同看法进一步阐述两

7、种观点的依据指出自己的看法，总结全文”。范文 11There is a heated debate over reading. 2There are mainly two kinds of opinions.(1 和 2 针对 reading 的争论提出存在两种观点 ) 3It is commonly accepted that we should read extensively. 4In contrast, others think that we should read selectively.（3 和 4 写清楚是哪两种观点，形成对比）5Those who hold the first

8、 opinion suggest that we should absorb all kinds of knowledge. 6In their view, we can not get a general view about the whole world without extensive reading.（5 和 6 从正反两方面写清楚支持第一种观点的理由） 7However, others think that selective reading is the best way to achieve high efficiency.8 They argue that we shoul

9、d not overspend time on non-professional books because our time is quite limited.（7、8 和5、6 形成相互的照应，阐述支持第 2 种观点的理由）9Considering all these, I believe that the latter opinion is more reasonable.（9 提出鲜明的个人观点） 10First of all, reading selectively is not equal to reading with discrimination. 11Furthermore,

10、 we would have less time reading relevant and beneficial books if reading extensively.（10 和 11 阐述个人观点的两点理由）12 Therefore, reading selectively is the best policy in study.（12 得出结论）范文 21Different people will offer quite different ideas about reading. 2There are mainly two kinds of opinions.3 Many peopl

11、e assert that we should read selectively. 4However, others believe that we should read extensively.5Some may proclaim that selective reading is the best way to attain high efficiency. 6They maintain such an idea because our time for reading is quite limited. 7In contrast, the objectors think that we

12、 can not get a general view about the world without extensive reading. 8They argue that we should absorb all kinds of knowledge.9As to me, I prefer the former opinion. 10First, reading selectively is not equal to reading with discrimination. 11Second, we would have less time reading relevant and ben

13、eficial books if reading extensively.12 In a word, reading selectively is the best policy in study.2000 年 1 月四级作文题及范文Directions: For this part, you are allowed thirty minutes to write a composition on the topic How I Finance My College Education. You should write at least 100 words, and base your co

14、mposition on the outline (given in Chinese) below:1. 上大学的费用（tuition and fees）可以通过多种途径解决2. 哪种途径适合于我（说明理由）How I Finance My College Education范文：Several years ago new tuition fee policy was put into practice and college students were asked to pay a certain sum of money. And now, all the students, no mat

15、ter what subjects they are engaged in, must pay for tuition.There are many ways for a student to finance his college education. Most students ask their parents to pay the tuition fee and pay for their books, accommodation and other cost. A student can also apply for the scholarship. Most universitie

16、s set up scholarship to offer money to the poor students who do well in entrance exams and reward those who do well in entrance exams and reward those who work well at university. A student can also apply for the low-interest loans. In addition to the above, taking part-time jobs is also a common wa

17、y for a college student to get money to pay part of his tuition and fees.So far as Im concerned, Id prefer earning the scholarship. This means I must study hard and be a top student, which has always been my goal. After all, the task of a student is to study. And in addition to solving my financial

18、problems, getting the scholarship can also prove my ability and is good for my future.Directions: For this part, you are allowed thirty minutes to write a composition on the topic Is a Test of Spoken English Necessary? The first sentence has already been written for you. You should write at least 12

19、0 words, and base your composition on the outline given in Chinese below:1. 很多人认为有必要举行口语考试，理由是 .2.也有人持不同的意见，.3.我的看法和打算Is a Test of Spoken English Necessary?A test of spoken English will be included as an optional component of the College English Test (CET).范文：A test of spoken English will be include

20、d as an optional (component of the College English Test (CET). Some people contend that it is absolutely necessary to hold a test of spoken English in China because we have been told many times that a Chinese student who has been learning English for years cannot communicate with a native English sp

21、eaker. Sometimes even those top students who excel at grammar and writing skills find their English inadequate to express their thoughts freely when speaking. A test of spoken English will bring the importance of speaking English to the awareness of the college students, and thus help them with thei

22、r communicating skills.On the other hand, there are also people who maintain that good reading and writing skills would be enough for the average English learners. College students are already under considerable pressure from their coursework. Another required test will only add to their burden. Als

23、o, some students may take the shortcut and only practice the questions according to the fixed format of the test, which will not actually improve their spoken English.I believe that a test of spoken English will do more good than harm. Since China will continue its policy of opening and reform, the

24、ability to speak fluent English is a must for anyone who wants to surpass others in a highly competitive society. Whether I take the test or not, I shall make all efforts to practice my spoken English in the rest years in college.2001 年 1 月四级作文题及范文Directions: For this part, you are allowed thirty mi

25、nutes to write a composition on the topic How to Succeed in a Job Interview? You should write at least 120 words, and base your composition on the outline given in Chinese below:1. 面试在求职过程中的作用2. 取得面试成功的因素：仪表、举止谈吐、能力、专业知识、自信、实事求是.范文：Nowadays, in an ever tighter job market, great importance has been a

26、ttached to an interview by both the employer and the applicant. The interview, so to speak, has become indispensable for getting a satisfactory job. On the one hand, the interviewer can take advantage of the occasion to learn about the candidates, such as their work experiences, education and their

27、personalities, so as to pick out the right person for the company. On the other hand, the interviewee can make use of the opportunity to get to know the job he is going to take up, the salary, the working conditions and many other things about the job he is interested in.Therefore, the job interview

28、 is very important to a job-hunter. But how can one succeed in it? Firstly of all, the interviewee must pay attention to his or her appearance. The first impression is always where we start. Get dressed properly and neatly. Secondly, good manners are equally important. Dont be too proud, and neither

29、 too timid. Just be courteous. Thirdly, the interviewee must demonstrate his aptitude and skills for the job and his knowledge about eh job-related areas. Be confident. Last but not the least, the interviewee ought to be honest about his or her personal as well as academic background, for honesty is

30、 the best policy.To sum up, the job interview is indeed important, but there is no need to be nervous. As long as the interviewee has the ability for the job, with careful preparation and a fairly confident and honest performance, his or her success can be ensured.Directions: For this part, you are

31、allowed thirty minutes to write a letter. Suppose you are Zhang Ying. Write a letter to Xiao Wang, a schoolmate of yours who is going to visit you during the week-long holiday. You should write a t least 100 words according to the suggestions given below in Chinese.1. 表示欢迎2. 提出对度假安排的建议3. 提醒应注意的事项A l

32、etter to a SchoolmateJune 23, 2001Dear Xiao Wang, Yours,Zhang Ying范文：Dear Xiao Wang,Im delighted to learn that you are going to visit me during the week-long vacation. My parents will also be happy to see you again. Im sure you will enjoy every minute here.I know you are fond of swimming. A river li

33、es not far away from my home. We can go swimming there. I think it would be very pleasant and refreshing to swim in such hot summer days. In every big room of my home there is an air-conditioner. We can watch TV, play CDs or read books very comfortably at home.A mountain about two miles away from he

34、re is beautiful and it is worth touring. We can go there on foot. When we climb to the top of the mountain, we can have a wonderful bird-eye view of the whole village.Just phone me before you set off. There is no need for you to take anything. Ill prepare everything for you.I am looking forward to s

35、eeing you soon.2002 年 1 月四级作文题及范文Directions: For this part, you are allowed thirty minutes to write a composition on the topic: A Letter to the University President about the Canteen Service on Campus You should write at least 120 words, and base your composition on the outline given in Chinese belo

36、w:假设你是李明，请你就本校食堂的状况给校长写一封信，内容应涉及食堂的饭菜质量、价格、环境、服务等，可以是表扬，可以是批评建议，也可以兼而有之。January 12th, 2002Dear Mr. President,范文：January 12th, 2002Dear Mr. President,Im very lucky to attend this world-famous university, but Im afraid Im not content with the canteen service on campus.Firstly, the quality of the dishes should be improved. Undoubtedly, there are a lot of delicious dishes, but all the year round, they are the same. More and more students are