Write an essay of 160—200 words based on the following picture. In your essay, you should
1) describe the cartoon briefly,
2) interpret the social phenomenon reflected by the cartoon, and
3) give your point of view.
You should write it neatly on ANSWER SHEET 2. (20 points)
礼貌与公德何在?
2012考研英语作文考前模拟题答案解析
卷一答案解析
Section Ⅲ Writing
Part A
51. 投诉信[参考样文]
Dear Sirs,
I am writing to complain about a chemical plant which contaminates the nearby river. Every day the plant drains a surprisingly large amount of waste liquids into it. The water in it has become gray and gives off a strong smell.
I think the local authorities should adopt several strong measures to deal with the public hazard. Firstly, it is necessary to prohibit the plant from discharging waste water into the river before it is purified. Secondly, a series of environment protection rules need to be laid down. Those who violate them deserve to be fined heavily.
Hoping the problem will be solved as soon as possible
Money has always been what some people long for. It is true that most of them work hard to acquire wealth. But, as is depicted in the picture, there are also people who dream of making a fortune all day and night. Money has become a mental burden for them, which makes them worried and depressed.
The picture means a lot to us. There is no doubt that wealth brings happiness, especially in the modern society. Various kinds of up-to-date electric appliances, latest fashions and recreations are coming into being with each passing day. All these miracles make our lives comfortable and colorful. But material comforts do not necessarily mean happiness. Money may tempt (=lure) weak-willed persons to be addicted to harmful habits and result in their own ruin. Moreover, a person may lose his reason and go astray if he only intends to seek wealth and indulges himself in a luxurious life. Obviously, it is crucial that we take a proper attitude toward money.
In my opinion, on no account should we equate wealth with happiness. The things that contribute most to a sense of happiness cannot be bought with money, such as a good family life, friendship and work satisfaction. (202 words)
注:lose his reason and go astray失去理智并误入歧途。come into being出现。equate...with...把…与…等同起来。
Part A是应用文,要求写一封投诉信。Part B是漫画加提纲作文。命题形式与大纲规定的命题形式相一致。大作文的命题不仅要求考生简短描述图画,而且要求考生写出其用意并说明自己的看法。考生应从参考作文中归纳出短文框架(划线句子)、段落结构和常用句型(黑体字),以达到举一反三、触类旁通的目的。要通过汉英对照、背诵、改写、套用,达到活学活用的目的。短文写作解题时间A节应用文一般为15分钟左右,B节说明性议论文一般为30分钟左右。
When kids don’t get assistance, the consequences can be grim. Here are three strategies that have emerged from my work with troubled families:
1. Tell children the facts as soon as possible. First, break the distressing news yourself. Second, if the family stress involves an accident, make it clear how the accident happened. Third, with a major emergency, carefully explain how family life might change.
2. Encourage children to share their emotions, but don‘t force them if they are not ready.
3. Focus on the future. Parents should first heal themselves, refocus family values and then keep children involved in decisions. (100 words)
There are many wonderful concerts and dramas to choose from in Beijing now. But badly behaved audience can sometimes spoil the show. As is depicted in the cartoon, a singer star is giving a performance, but one of the spectators suddenly stands up, answering his mobile phone loudly. Then the audience gets angry about his impolite behavior. It is obvious that the guy lacks public morality.
The picture really sets me thinking. Now there are some young people who disregard and even ignore basic theatre etiquette. For example, when they go to a classical concert, they don’t dress properly. As a rule, men need to wear a suit and ladies a dress on such occasions. Jeans and T-shirts and slippers are a strict “no”. In addition, there are also people who tend to arrive late, which distracts both the performers and the audience. It often happens that some of the playgoers are inclined to whisper, thus disturbing others. So it is better to be quiet and save conversation for the interval or once the show is over.
In my opinion, every one of us should do his part to safeguard public morals and try hard to improve them. Only in this way will we have a society where all of us live in complete harmony. (213 words)
Part A 是写论文摘要。这是考试大纲在写作Part A中新增的考点。写摘要的技巧是抓住汉语文章的题目和每段主题句,然后用规范的英语表达出来;要注意上下文的逻辑层次和过渡词的正确使用,也要注意句子的语法结构。Part B作文是漫画加提纲提示作文。命题形式与近年考试的命题形式基本一致。这种命题形式不仅要求考生描绘漫画内容,而且要求考生说明它所反映的社会现象并提出自己的看法。考生应从参考作文中归纳出短文框架、段落结构和常用句型,以达到举一反三、触类旁通的目的。要通过背诵和改写,达到活用的目标。短文写作解题时间A节一般为15分钟左右;B节一般为30分钟左右。