大學(xué)英語(yǔ)四級(jí)作文[索玉柱編]

1、英語(yǔ)四級(jí)寫(xiě)作講義北京大學(xué)英語(yǔ)系 索玉柱（Dr.Sony）編講一、應(yīng)熟記的英語(yǔ)作文重點(diǎn)句式在寫(xiě)英語(yǔ)作文時(shí)，如果能熟練地運(yùn)用大量的句式，就會(huì)節(jié)約時(shí)間，有利于文章內(nèi)容的擴(kuò)展，從而達(dá)到下筆“信手拈來(lái)”的效果。01. I regard it as natural that they will agree to this idea.02. In a certain sense, a successful scientist is a person who is never satisfied with what he has achieved.03. To tell the truth, many mis

2、takes we made could have been avoided.04. As we know, it was not until recently that the problem was solved.05. It must be admitted that you havent done what you promised to do.06. No matter how difficult English may be, you should do your best to learn it.07. It is certain that we have a long way t

3、o go.08. All this shows that nothing can prevent us from reaching our aims.09. As far as we know, it took him more than a year to write the book.10. It has been proved that every challenge, no matter what it is, can be tackled reasonably.11. As the saying goes, nothing in the world is difficult for

4、one who sets his mind to it.12. It is obvious (evident) that the success of the innovation depends on our concerted efforts.13. To be frank, whether you like it or not, you have no other choice.14. It is natural that one may have trouble expressing complicated ideas in simple English.15. What is mor

5、e important, the agreement they have negotiated is being carried out.16. We will be successful as long as we persevere.17. Frankly speaking, what you call the truth may not apply to things happening here.18. Without knowledge of science and technology, it is impossible to realize this great goal.19.

6、 I take it for granted that they will support this idea.20. There is no denying the fact that the new management method has greatly increased the production.二、熱點(diǎn)話題作文重點(diǎn)部分1. Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write a short essay entitled Fast Food and Traditional Chinese Cooking.

7、 You should write at least 120 words following the outline given below:1. 很多人越來(lái)越喜歡西式快餐，如麥當(dāng)勞（McDonald）、肯德基（KFC）。2. 你更喜歡西式快餐還是傳統(tǒng)的中餐?3. 你的看法是Fast Food and Traditional Chinese Cuisine Since American-style fast food was introduced into Chinese market, it has been spreading at a blazing speed. Many people

8、 like to go to McDonalds and KFC for hamburgers, French fries and ice cream, but I still prefer traditional Chinese meal. First of all, by eating traditional Chinese meals, one can keep a well-balanced diet. Foods in McDonald s and KFC typically contain high calories and excessive calories will accu

9、mulate in the form of fat in the body; this may make people overweighed. But a typical Chinese food provides one with enough vitamins and protein that are needed to keep the physical fitness of humans. Therefore, although one can eat western fast food once in a while for a change, eating Chinese foo

10、d is more healthy and enjoyable.2. Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write a short essay entitled Youngsters Worship. You should write at least 120 words following the outline given below:1. 大學(xué)生現(xiàn)在過(guò)分崇拜大明星2. 對(duì)這一現(xiàn)象，你的看法是.Youngsters WorshipNot so long ago, a piece of news made eve

11、ryone reflect on the fans phenomenon again. Beyond anyones wildest dreams, a young girl, who is crazy about Liu Dehua, had made her father into death recently. For her own part, she can do everything for her star, such as giving up her study, work, and even her life.In western countries, people beli

12、eve in God. However, we dont have a faith to rely on. In this case, there comes a large number of fans. They look on big stars as if they were their God. Blind and ridiculous, they made all kinds of crazy behaviors just to please their own stars. To some degree, young people nowadays lead a hollow s

13、piritual life. They wont do such things if they feel fulfillment every day.As is mentioned above, this phenomenon is popular and instructive. Nevertheless, we dont expect that kind of things to happen again.3. Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write a short essay entitled More

14、 Striving Spirit Needed. You should write at least 120 words following the outline given below:1. 社會(huì)上不少人認(rèn)為，現(xiàn)在的青年學(xué)生拼搏精神不夠2. 對(duì)此你的看法是.More Striving Spirit Is Needed It is now said that the young generation is lacking of striving spirit. As I see it, this phenomenon is truly footed in fact. They are eas

15、y to give up and always turn a pessimistic attitude to failure. But why does it happen?First of all, I have a sense that it is the living condition that matters. Born in the 1980s, most of us are the only child in the family living in the green house, we receive endless care like flowers. It is the

16、love from our parents that set us away from the real world. As this goes on, when we step into the society one day, we cannot get accustomed to the fierce and competitive social life.Whats more, with a negative attitude, many young people are easy to be tired with everything. When coming across with

17、 a sticky problem, they are willing to stay behind rather than have a crack. Perhaps the so-called sloth has claimed them for its own.The last but not the least, nowadays, the competition in the society is fiercer than we could imagine. In order to survive, the young people have to struggle under bu

18、rden of study and work. Be adapted to the press and failure, the young people lose their self-confidence and self-esteem little by little, not to mention about the striving spirit.4. Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write a short essay entitled On Over-packed Goods. You shoul

19、d write at least 120 words following the outline given below:1. 現(xiàn)在社會(huì)上的商品有過(guò)分包裝的現(xiàn)象2. 對(duì)此你有什么看法？On Over-packed GoodsIn these days, when we walk into a supermarket or a shopping mall, we can find different kinds of commodities with beautiful packages. These goods, with splendid appearance, attract a lot

20、of interest and sell well.This phenomenon leads into a general discussion. Its unnecessary to have the goods excessively packed. In order to hold a bigger market share, some companies come up with lots of strategies, packaging is among them. Goods become more attractive with beautiful packages, but

21、their cost increased as well. It is the consumers who pay for the extra cost. In other word, the consumers have to buy a useless box when they actually want something else. At a higher level, the useless packaging leads to a waste of resources and results in the inefficiency of the society.I think t

22、he most important character of a commodity is its quality. The beautiful package would be soon thrown into the dustbinWhat a big waste! So next time, when you want to buy something, choose the one with higher quality instead of one with better package.5. Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30

23、 minutes to write a short essay entitled Is it Wise to Give Presents?. You should write at least 200 words following the outline given below:1. 社會(huì)上存在相互送禮現(xiàn)象;2. 相互送禮是弊端,還是好事?3. 你的看法是Is it Wise to Give Presents?Nowadays, the behavior of giving and receiving presents has become worldwide popular. Classm

24、ates exchange small gifts to show close relationship. Friends exchange presents to strengthen their friendship. Lovers exchanged carefully selected gifts to express the deepest love between them.However, is it always wise to give and receive presents? From my prospective, it depends. Above all, it d

25、epends on the purpose of present giver. If he or she simply wants to make the receiver happy and improve their relationship, its just OK. On the contrary, if he or she owns a secret object in the bottom of his or her heart, his or her behavior is wrong and must be forbidden. Yet, many students set t

26、oo much emphasis on the price of gifts. Maybe they fear that others may laugh at them if their present is too cheap. But who cares? If someone judges you simply by the price, you can just break up with him or her. This kind of people are not worth your friendship.6. Directions: For this part, you ar

27、e allowed 30 minutes to write a letter to a friend living abroad who will shortly be visiting your university and has asked you to make arrangements for his stay. You should write at least 120 words following the outline given below:1. 告訴他你做了哪些準(zhǔn)備工作；2. 征求他的意見(jiàn)。A Letter to a FriendDear Smith,I have rec

28、eived your letter dated April 25, 2006 in which you have asked me to make arrangements for your stay here. I am glad to tell you that all relevant things have been arranged as follows:First of all, I will meet you at the airport when you arrive here. Then I will take you to our university hotel wher

29、e I have booked a room for you. On the second day of our arrival, you will be invited to attend our teaching activity in a small group. In the afternoon, there will be students design work of architecture. On the third day, I have arranged a lecture at which I hope you could give us an introduction

30、to the teaching features of architecture. On the last day I will see you off at the airport.If there is anything inconvenient for you in this schedule, please let me know as soon as possible. I am looking forward to your reply and wish you a pleasant journey.Yours sincerely,Zhang Hua7. Directions: F

31、or this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write a letter to a restaurant manager complaining that the service at the restaurant was terrible and the food was bad when a few days ago you and your family had dinner there. You should write at least 120 words following the outline given below:1. 寫(xiě)信的目的

32、；2. 投訴的內(nèi)容；3. 希望得到賠償。A Complaining LetterDear Sir or Madam，My family and I had dinner in your restaurant on Monday, 16th August. I am writing to you to complain about the food and the service.The first problem was that, although we had book a table, we were squashed around a small table at the back o

33、f the restaurant near the toilet. It was very noisy and unpleasant. Secondly, during and after our meal the service was bad. In general, the waiters were rude and the service was slow. Finally, even though the reputation of your restaurant is good, the food was just so-so. Since we feel we should be

34、 compensated somehow, we ask you to refund the cost of our meal. A copy of the bill is enclosed; I hope to receive your reply soon.8. Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write a letter of proposal to curb college students over-spending. You should write at least 120 words follow

35、ing the outline given below:1. 現(xiàn)在許多大學(xué)生花錢(qián)大手大腳2. 很多大學(xué)生沒(méi)有自己的經(jīng)濟(jì)來(lái)源3. 反對(duì)過(guò)度消費(fèi)無(wú)所謂的觀點(diǎn) A Letter of Proposal Nowadays, it is very common to see college students spending money without limit. They seem to have no idea that it is hard to earn money, and money just simply slips through their fingers.We should bea

36、r it in mind that college students are not financially independent and they dont have stable economic resources. After they run out of money, they will simply ask their parents to give them more, which results in a bad habit of wasting and the lack of responsibility.Therefore, even if the overall living standard of the society has been improved in recent years, it should not be encouraged for college students to consume excessively. Too much money only makes lazy, stupid and good-for-nothing young men. So I