四級
Directions: Suppose your university is seeking students’ opinions on whether university sports facilities should be open to the public. You are now to write an essay to express your view. You will have 30 minutes for the task. You should write at least 120 words but no more than 180 words.
這道大學(xué)英語四級作文試題要求考生論述大學(xué)的體育設(shè)施是否應(yīng)當向公眾開放。由于題目本身是一個有爭議的話題,人們對此見仁見智。所以這篇作文的立論既可以肯定,也可以否定,考生只要能自圓其說即可。
本文可以寫三個段落。第一段先提出大多數(shù)人對這個問題的看法——大學(xué)的體育設(shè)施應(yīng)當為大學(xué)生和教職工專用。此為鋪墊,旨在拋磚引玉。然后話鋒一轉(zhuǎn)提出自己的與之相反的觀點——校園里的體育設(shè)施應(yīng)當在課余時間向公眾開放。這種開頭方法在英美人筆下很常見,我們可以稱之為轉(zhuǎn)折法。這種開頭的特點是由人及己,輕松自然。第二段論證自己的觀點。我們可以從以下兩個方面展開論述。首先,大學(xué)有義務(wù)向社區(qū)提供某些服務(wù)。大學(xué)如果向社區(qū)開放體育設(shè)施,會贏得當?shù)厣鐓^(qū)成員的支持。另一方面,大學(xué)向公眾開放體育設(shè)施,則社區(qū)成員就能方便地使用優(yōu)質(zhì)的體育設(shè)施,從而促進社區(qū)成員的身心健康。因此,向公眾開放體育設(shè)施對大學(xué)和社區(qū)來說是一個雙贏。
第三段先讓一步,承認不向公眾開放的校園確實更加容易管理。然后指出考慮到大學(xué)體育設(shè)施向公眾開放的種種益處,我們應(yīng)當盡早使之成為現(xiàn)實。
下面請看參考范文:
When it comes to university sports facilities, many people believe that they should be for the exclusive use of college students and faculty members. But from where I stand, athletic facilities on campus should be accessible to the public beyond school hours.
Universities are duty-bound to provide certain services to the community. Opening up sports facilities for community use means opening up a wealth of opportunities for the local residents to stay physically active. By doing this, the university garners support from members of the local community. On the other hand, if the university opens up school playgrounds to the public, community members will have easy access to high-quality sports facilities, thus boosting their physical and mental well-being. Therefore it is a win-win situation for the university and the community if playground facilities are open to the public.
Admittedly, a campus off-limits to visitors is much easier to manage. But considering the benefits of opening up sports amenities to the public, we should make it a reality as soon as possible. (171 words)
語言亮點借鑒:
1. But from where I stand, athletic facilities on campus should be accessible to the public beyond school hours. 但是依我看,校園里的運動設(shè)施應(yīng)當在課余時間向公眾開放。from where I stand 依我看。
2. Universities are duty-bound to provide certain services to the community. 大學(xué)有責(zé)任向社區(qū)提供某些服務(wù)。duty-bound 義不容辭的,責(zé)無旁貸的。
3. On the other hand, if the university opens up school playgrounds to the public, community members will have easy access to high-quality sports facilities, thus boosting their physical and mental well-being. 另一方面,如果大學(xué)向公眾開放學(xué)校的操場,社區(qū)成員將會方便地使用優(yōu)質(zhì)的體育設(shè)施,從而促進他們的身心健康。have easy access to 容易使用。
4. Admittedly, a campus off-limits to visitors is much easier to manage. 誠然,禁止外來者入內(nèi)的校園更加容易管理。admittedly 誠然,表示讓步,也可以換成granted。off-limits 禁止入內(nèi)的。
六級
Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write an essay that begins with the sentence “There is a growing awareness of the importance of digital literacy and skills in today’s world.” You can make comments, cite examples or use your personal experiences to develop your essay. You should write at least 150 words but no more than 200 words.
這道大學(xué)英語六級作文試題屬于闡釋觀點型。此類型題目的特點是提出一個觀點,要求考生論證這個觀點的正確性。本題要論述的觀點是在今天的世界上,人們越來越意識到數(shù)字素養(yǎng)和技能的重要性。由于數(shù)字素養(yǎng)和技能是不可分的,考生可以將二者放在一起論述。
這篇作文可以寫三段。第一段先提出觀點——在今天的世界上,人們越來越意識到數(shù)字素養(yǎng)和技能的重要性。然后我們引用約翰斯·霍普金斯大學(xué)的一項調(diào)查為證:84.2%的接受調(diào)查的人認為數(shù)字素養(yǎng)(有效使用數(shù)字工具的能力)是一項在21世紀至關(guān)重要的技能。
第二段論證數(shù)字素養(yǎng)和技能的重要性。我們在論述一個觀點的時候要有分類意識,即善于從不同的方面和層面論述一個觀點。就本文而言,我們不妨從學(xué)生、職場人士、老年人這三個方面論述數(shù)字素養(yǎng)和技能的重要性。首先,在今天的教室里,數(shù)字工具是獲取信息、提交任務(wù)和參與在線討論所必不可少的。所以熟練使用數(shù)字工具能夠讓學(xué)生有效地學(xué)習(xí)和研究。其次,數(shù)字素養(yǎng)在職場上也很重要。具備數(shù)字素養(yǎng)有助于職場人士迅速適應(yīng)新技術(shù),確保他們在就業(yè)市場上保持競爭力。最后,在這個數(shù)字時代,數(shù)字素養(yǎng)和技能對老年人的生存和幸福也很重要。比如,能夠用數(shù)字工具與親友保持聯(lián)系對老年人的心理健康非常重要。總之,只有善于分類,我們才能把一個論點展得開、說得透。
本文可以用建議法結(jié)尾。第三段先指出在今天的世界上,無論怎么強調(diào)數(shù)字素養(yǎng)的重要性都不過分。然后建議對學(xué)生、職場人士和老年人開展數(shù)字素養(yǎng)教育,使他們?yōu)檫@個日益數(shù)字化的世界做好準備。
下面請看參考范文:
There is a growing awareness of the importance of digital literacy and skills in today’s world. According to a recent Johns Hopkins University survey, 84.2% of those polled rate digital literacy, the ability to effectively use digital tools, as a crucial skill in the 21st century.
In today’s classrooms, digital tools are essential for accessing information, submitting assignments and participating in online discussions. So proficiency in digital tools enables students to research and learn more effectively. Digital literacy is also of great importance in the workplace. Being digitally literate helps workers to quickly adapt to new technologies, ensuring they remain competitive in the job market. Besides, digital literacy and skills help the elderly to survive and thrive in this digital age. For instance, being able to keep in touch with their friends and relatives through emails, messaging apps or video calls contributes greatly to senior citizens’ mental well-being.
The importance of digital literacy cannot be overstated in today’s world. So digital literacy education should be launched for students, professionals and the elderly to prepare them for the increasingly digital world. (180 words)
語言亮點借鑒:
1. According to a recent Johns Hopkins University survey, 84.2% of those polled rate digital literacy, the ability to effectively use digital tools, as a crucial skill in the 21st century. 根據(jù)約翰斯·霍普金斯大學(xué)最近所做的一項調(diào)查,84.2%的接受調(diào)查者認為,數(shù)字素養(yǎng)(有效使用數(shù)字工具的能力)是21世紀的一項至關(guān)重要的技能。rate…as… 認為……是……
2. Being digitally literate helps workers to quickly adapt to new technologies, ensuring they remain competitive in the job market. 具備數(shù)字素養(yǎng)幫助工作者迅速適應(yīng)新技術(shù),確保他們在就業(yè)市場上保持競爭力。ensuring是一個現(xiàn)在分詞短語,做狀語,表示結(jié)果。
3. For instance, being able to keep in touch with their friends and relatives through emails, messaging apps or video calls contributes greatly to senior citizens’ mental well-being. 比如,能夠通過電子郵件、通訊軟件或視頻電話與親友保持聯(lián)系非常有助于老年人的心理健康。keep in touch with… 與……保持聯(lián)系。contribute to 有助于。
4. The importance of digital literacy cannot be overstated in today’s world. 在當今世界,無論怎么強調(diào)數(shù)字素養(yǎng)的重要性都不過分。overstate 過分渲染,也可換成overemphasize。
* 上海外國語大學(xué)國際新聞碩士,講師,專注大學(xué)英語寫作教學(xué)十余年。