1、大学英语四、六级写作模板：图表式作文It is obvious in the graph / table/ chart that the rate/ number/ amount of Y has undergone dramatic changes. It has gone up/ grown/ fallen/ dropped considerably in recent years (as X varies). At the point of X1, Y reaches its peak value of (多少). What are the reasons for this change
2、? Mainly there are (多少) reasons behind the situation reflected in the graph/ table. First of all, (第一个原因). More importantly, (第二个原因). Most important of all, (第三个原因). From the discussions above, we have enough reasons to predict what will happen in the near future. The trend described in the graph/ t
3、able will continue for quite a long time (if necessary measures are not taken 括号里的使用于那些不太好的变化趋势).英语图表作文图表作文提示部分包括图表和文字要点提示两部分。图表的类型主要有：圆形（饼型）图（piechart） 、柱形图(直型图)（graph ） 、曲线图（chart）和数据统计表( 表格)（table ） 。图表作文的写作内容包括综合理解、客观详述和主观表达。 一. 理解并描述整体信息 首先，读懂图表标题，包括附标题所提供的信息。准确了解主题内容，观察趋向和结果，找出变化的规律。然后，用一两句话，就
4、图表所反映的主题、事物发展的趋向和结果以及所反映出的深层问题等方面做出概括性的评论（一般不包括数字） 。 二. 具体信息描述 为了证明第一步已概括的整体信息，需要从不同角度，对图表列出的数据进行描述。在说明数据变化时，既要说明结果，也要表明趋势。对于趋势的描述，至少需引用一组数据变化的例子，有时还需要再举出一组数据与之作比较。顺着这样的思路写下来，文章不仅内容丰富，而且脉络清晰。 常用的引导性套语有： As is shown in the above chart As can be seen from the graph above From the graph，we can conclude
5、 Taking a closer look at the figures，we will find 在描述信息时，还有一些常用的词和短语，例如： rise and fall；rate；vary with；vary from to；increase by ；drop by ；the previous rate；steep rise of；steady decrease；decline ；the latest statistic show；getting steadily smaller；a shift away from to； figure indicate 图表作文常用句型1. As is
6、shown by the graph, （概述图表）in the table.正如曲线所示，最近 54 年来该国人口飞速增长。As is shown by the graph,there has been a rapid increase in the population of the country in the past five years.2. It can be seen from the table that （得出结论）shown graphconcluded figuresestimated statisticsA. 从表中所给的统计数字可以看出，从 1985 年到 1990
7、 年中国的人均收入迅速提高。From the statistics given in the table it can be seen that the average personal income of the Chinese people increased (grew 、rose) rapidly from 1985 to 1990.B. 从曲线图可以得出结论，最近 5 年来中国人口的出生率已经大大下降。It can be concluded from the graph that there has been a great decline in birth rates in Chi
8、na in the past five years.3. amount to （数量总计）add up tocome to sum up to全部费用合计 200 美元。All the expenses (costs) amount to (= add up to) $ 200.4. increase from to （数量增减）decreaserisefalldropA. 这个工厂生产的彩电已由 1986 年的 5000 台增加到 1990 年的 21000 台。The number of colour TV sets produced by the factory increased (r
9、ose, grew, climbed) from 5000 in 1986 to 21000 in 1990.B.参加者的人数增加到 30 万。The number of participants grew up to 300000 persons = increased, reaching 300000 persons).C. 这个学校的教职工人数已减少到 700 人。The number of teaching staff members in this school has decreased to 700 persons.5.（be）three times as + 形容词 + as
10、总产量 total output 钢的年产量 the annual output of 上升 17% rise by 17per cent steel日产量 the daily output 导致产量下降 result in a diminished output 现在我们地区的粮食产量相当于 1970 年的 3 倍。The grain production (= output)in our area now is three times as great as that of 1970.6.Compared with , 与去年相比，今年 13 项主要产品的产量都有大幅度增长。Compare
11、d with that of last year, the output of 13 main products (= items) this year has increased to a great extent.7. There is (was) a rapid rise in be on the risehas been sharp increase on the increasesudden decrease on the declinesteady declinegradual fallslow dropslight最近几年来这个地区的棉花产量有了迅速增长。The cotton o
12、utput in this area has increased rapidly in the past few years.“结尾”段落中常用的句型：1. In my opinion, 2. Personally, I 3. In short (= In brief), 4. In conclusion, 5. As far as Im concerned, 6. To conclude , it seems clear that 三. 个人观点的表达 在表达个人观点时，同学们大可不必为了得出一个正确的观点煞费苦心地思考和描述。要知道，此作文的目的是考察考生使用英语表达思想的流利程度和明晰程
13、度，而不是市长问卷，让考生为解决某个问题出谋划策（当然解决问题的思路和能力是我们学习的重要目的） 。因此，在写作过程中，要有选择地进行表达。避开艰涩的或有中国式英语嫌疑的词和词组。 范文 Sample writing：Traffic Accidents in China （From January 1985 to June） Directions：1. Brief state the traffic situation in china Months Injury KilledJanuary 13905 230February 15302 246March 15807 246April 162
14、50 561May 16255 638June 17151 700Total 94670 28272Support your statement 3Briefly discuss the possible solution Traffic Accidents in ChinaTraffic accidents are becoming such a serious problem in China that more and more people involved in are injured or killed As is shown in the above chart，from Jan
15、uary 1985 to June，a total of 94670 people were injured and 2827 people were killedTaking a closer look at the figures， we will find that traffic accidents have been increasing all the timeIn January，there are only 13905people injured while in June，the number went up to 17151 As for those killed，ther
16、e are only 230in January，but in June there were 700 The rise in traffic accidents shows that they have already become a threat to peoples livesIt is urgent for the authorities to take effective measures and bring the traffic problem under control1、图表作文 总的趋势 图表具体描述 剖析图表所揭示的含义 理由一 理由二 理由三 理由四 总结 前景预测A
17、s can be seen from the table, the past decade has witnessed dramatic changes in_. While _. It is obvious from the table that_.What contributed to these changes? I think the reasons are as follows. To start with, _. Secondly, _ . Whats more, _. Last but not lease, _.In conclusion, _. Moreover, _.范文Di
18、rections: For this part, you are allowed thirty minutes to write a composition on the topic How People Spent Their Holiday. You should write at least 120 words, and base your composition on the chart and the outline given below:上图所示为 1990、1995、2000 年某城市人们度假方式的情况，请描述其变化：请说明发生这些变化的原因。Year 1990 1995 20
19、00Traveling 37% 51% 76%Staying at home 63% 49% 24%得出结论。How People Spent Their HolidaysAs can be seen from the table, the past decade have witnessed dramatic changes in the way people spent their holiday between 1990 and 2000.In 1990, 63% of people spent their holidays at home, while the figure dropp
20、ed considerably to 24% in 2000. It is obvious from the table that people tended to be more and more mobile, and they wanted to get entertainment in the outside world.What contributed to these changes? I think the reasons are as follows. To start with, with the rapid development of economy, people ea
21、rn by far more money than they used to. Thus, people are able to afford traveling expenses. Secondly, people think it important to get well-informed about the outside world in this new era when everything is on the move. Traveling, of course, is a sure way to achieve this goal. Whats more, in this c
22、ompetitive society, people are usually under great stress. However, it is not difficult to find traveling an effective way to relieve peoples stress and get relaxation. Last but not least, by traveling outside, people are close to nature, which is not only beneficial to both their health and peace o
23、f mind.In conclusion, people prefer to go traveling rather than stay at home during holidays for a combination of reasons. Moreover, it seems that this trend will last in the foreseeable future. 2、柱形图(直型图) （graph） 作文引出话题 图表总的描绘 图表具体数据描述 主题句 建议一 建议二建议三 总结 Fire is _. This is also the case with _. What
24、 has caused fire? It is apparent from the bar chart above that _. _. _. As far as I am concerned, there are several ways to count oil. In this first place, _. In the second place, _. In addition, _.On the whole, it is indispensable that _.范文Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to wr
25、ite a composition of no less than 120 words on Fire Causes in China. Study the following chart carefully and your composition must be based on the information given in the chart. Write 3 paragraphs to:1. state the information given in the bar chart2. give your suggestions to prevent fire3. draw your
26、 conclusion01020304050601 2 360%(1) Defective insulation (防火措施不当)(2) Children playing with matches(3) Smokers Fire Causes in ChinaFire is one of the most terrible killers in the world, which is reported to have claimed numerous lives and done a lot of damage. This is also the case with China. What h
27、as caused fire? It is apparent from the bar chart above that careless smokers, defective insulation and children playing with matches are the three major fire causes.Smokers are the biggest cause of all, which accounts for 50 % of the fires. Another major factor is children playing with matches, whi
28、ch is responsible for approximately 35% of the fire incidents. Another 12.5% of the fires result from defective insulation.Now that fire has done that considerable damage, it is high time that measures was taken to prevent fire. As far as I am concerned, there are several ways to count on. In this f
29、irst place, public awareness should be inspired that smokers should be extremely careful about the cigarette ends. They are not supposed to smoke where it is easy to catch fire. When they do smoke, they should see to it that the cigarette ends are put out. In the secondplace, a closer eye should be
30、kept on children and they might be warned of the danger of playing with matches. Sure, matches should be kept beyond their reach. In addition, the government may urge that such premises as companies, department stores and recreation centers should be equipped with adequate fire protection, thus mini
31、mizing the damage caused by fire. Meanwhile, staff should be trained to operate fire extinguishers properly in case of emergency.On the whole, it is indispensable that everybody should realize the importance of preventing fire.3. 柱形图(直型图)（graph ） 作文描述图表。分三方面解释原因。下结论。During the period from _to _, _ro
32、se from _to _, while _ decreased from _ to _.We believe that three reasons can account for this phenomenon. First, _. Second, _ . Third, _. _. We are happy to see that things are becoming better and better nowadays. We can imagine that _.范文1以下图为依据描述发展中国家的期望寿命(1ife expectancy)和婴儿死亡率(infant mortality)
33、的变化情况2说明引起变化的各种原因0204060801960 199080 years old0501001502002501960 1990deaths per 1000 birthsHealth Gains in Developing CountriesDuring the period from 1960 to 1990, the life expectancy of developing countries rose from 40 years to nearly 60 years, while infant mortality decreased from 200 deaths pe
34、r 1000 births to around 100.We believe that three reasons can account for this phenomenon. First, economy develops quickly in developing countries during this period, and living quality improves significantly as a result. Second, peoples health conditions also become better and better with the devel
35、opment of national health care systems. When they become richer and richer, they care more about personal health conditions. Third, medical sciences also develop at a fantastic speed, and it is much safer for mothers to give birth.We are happy to see that things are becoming better and better nowada
36、ys. We can imagine that people will live longer and the infant mortality will again fall. 1996.6. CET-62002. 6 Student Use of Computers Students tend to use computers more and more nowadays. Reading this chart, we can find that the average number of hours a student spends on the computer per week ha
37、s increased sharply. In 1990, it was less than 2 hours; and in 1995, it increased to almost 4 hours; while in 2000, the number soared to 20 hours.Obviously computers are becoming more and more popular. There are several reasons for this. First, computers facilitate us in more aspects of life. Also,
38、the fast development of the Internet enlarges our demands for using computers. We can easily contact with friends in remote places through the Internet. Besides, the prices of computers are getting lower and lower, which enables more students to purchase them.Along with the time spent on computers,
39、there arise some problems. The most serious one is that many students are spending so much time playing PC games so that they ignore their studies. It is urgent to let the students use computers in a proper way.4曲线图（chart）作文描述图表。解释图表。 补充解释。(1) During the period between _ and _, _ declined abruptly f
40、rom _ to _, while _ increased sharply from _ to _.(2) Several reasons can account for this phenomenon. Compared with _ is much cheaper and more convenient_ . Apart from that, _.(3) However, there are still a number of people who _, generally for two reasons. On the one hand,_. On the other hand, _.范
41、文 Film Is Giving Way to TV1电影观众越来越少2电视观众越来越多，因为3然而，还是有人喜欢看电影，因为020,00040,00060,00080,000100,000120,0001975 1977 1979 1981 19831985 年film goersTv goersFilm Is Giving Way to TV(1)During the period between 1975 and 1985，film-goers declined abruptly from 85,000 to about 12,000, while TV-watchers increas
42、ed sharply from 5,000 to more than 100,000. (2) Several reasons can account for this phenomenon. Compared with a film, TV is much cheaper and more convenient -you dont have to leave your house at all. Apart from that, you have many choices while watching TV, but a film concentrates on a certain topi
43、c.(3) However, there are still a number of people who enjoy going to the cinema, generally for two reasons. On the one hand, the audio-visual effect of a cinema is much better. On the other hand, in a quiet and comfortable place such as a cinema, you can concentrate on what you are watching and get
44、the most of the film. 1992. 1. CET-65圆形（饼型）图（piechart）作文描述数字。 分两方面解释原因。 说明自身的情况。(1) Seen from the chart, it can be concluded that _. Among _ account for _while _ make up _.(2) It is no wonder that_.(3) In my own practice, I think _. On the one hand,_. On the other hand, _. To _, I must _.范文 Reading
45、Habits of American Students图表作文，关于一个美国大：举图书馆的图书流动量(pop fiction, general nonfiction, science, art 等 )，给出他们的流动比例对比，说明原因，并说明你自己喜欢阅读什么样的书。popularnovelsunpopularfictionstechnicalbookspoemsother bookspopular novels 68.2%; unpopular fictions 16. 8%; technical books 8.3%; poems5.2 %; other books 1.5% Readin
46、g Habits of American StudentsSeen from the chart, it can be concluded that American students prefer to read popular novels rather than other kinds of books. Among all the books the students read now, popular novels account for 68.2% while unpopular novels make up16. 8%, technical books 8.3% and poem
47、 collections only 5.2 %. It is no wonder that popular novels have attracted such a large audience. They are written in plain language so that one can easily read them for entertainment or relaxation. Books of technol9gy andcollections of poems are less appealing in that the former is often complicated and the latter abstract.In my own practice, I think it not advisable at all to read popular novels. On the one hand, I spend much of my free time reading books in
