1、第一篇 量體裁衣：具體問題具體分析 Directions:Study the following cartoon carefully and write an essay in which you should1) describe the cartoon,2) interpret its meaning, and3) point out its implications in our life.文1：This cartoon is silly, and yet compelling: a large customer holds a hopelessly small piece of clo

2、th as the tailor carefully measures. Such an image suggests that one needs to consider practical reality in the pursuance of goals. Merely acting on ones desires, while ignoring the facts at hand, cannot lead to success.The fact that currently there are more graduates than jobs reminds us of the imp

3、ortance of rational thinking. Every year approximately 3 million students graduate from universities and begin looking for work. Many of them fail to find suitable employment because there are simply not enough opportunities to accommodate such great numbers of graduates. In addition, however, one m

4、ight also cite flawed individual assessment as a reason. In order to create a realistic target for ones future, one must make rational decisions and prepare accordingly. A student who aims to be a surgeon, for example, must take care to acquire opportunities to do clinical practice and gain sufficie

5、nt knowledge. In other words, customers would do well to take accurate measurements before purchasing their fabric. A small piece of cloth cannot adequately clothe a large person.譯文：這幅畫很可笑，但引人注目。一位身體龐大的顧客在裁縫仔細地為他量尺寸準備做衣服時，手里卻拿著一塊小得令人絕望的衣料。這幅畫告訴我們，一個人在執行任務的過程中必須考慮到實際情況，僅從主觀意愿出發而不顧眼前的事實，是不可能成功的。當前大學生的

6、就業率使我們意識到進行合理思考的重要性，每年有大約300萬大學生從學校畢業，尋找工作，他們中的很多人并沒有找到一份適合自己的工作，有一個原因是沒有足夠的就業機會提供給數量如此龐大的畢業生。但除此而外，過高的自我估計也是可能的原因之一。為了能夠實現未來目標，一個人必須做出合理的決定，并做好相應的準備。比如一個志在成為外科醫生的學生，就必須確保自己有臨床實習的機會和足夠的知識，換句話說，顧客在購買衣料前必須先量好準確的尺寸，一個大塊頭是無法穿上一小塊布料的.文2：In the cartoon we can see a large person being measured by a tailor

7、to get suitable clothes made. Anything to be done must be measured in advance so that we are able to find a proper way to do it. If the tailor does not take measurements of the man, then he would not be able to make suitable clothes for this person. This same principle applies to solving any other p

8、roblem. Firstly, when we want to know the reality of something, we must describe it like it is, getting rid of our prejudices and exaggerations, so that we can have an unbiased view. Secondly, the object should be analyzed in a concrete way so that we can grasp the reasons and rules of it. Thirdly,

9、we must adapt our approach to solving a problem, for each situation is different from the others. So we must view a problem from different perspectives. The cartoon implies different meanings to different people. A teacher should adopt different teaching methods according to the students in the clas

10、s; a doctor should prescribe different treatments according to the patients symptoms; a farmer should seed different plants according to the various conditions of the earth. From a philosophical point of view, dissimilar problems should be approached differently. Good results come from attentive ana

11、lysis of a problem.譯文：從圖中我們可以看到，一個裁縫正在給一位身材高大的人量身定做一件合適的衣服。在做任何事情都應該預先籌劃，以便找到恰當的解決辦法。如果這個裁縫不為這個人量尺寸，他就不能為他做出一件合適的衣服。 這個道理同樣適合解決其它任何問題。首先，當我們要了解某事的真相時，我們必須如實地對其描述，排除任何偏見與夸，以便我們能夠得到真實的情況。其次，具體事物要具體分析，這樣我們才能夠抓住事物的規律。最后，事物的狀態是不斷變化的，所以我們應當“因地制宜，同時制宜。”總之，我們要從不同的角度看待問題。 圖畫的涵對不同的人有著不同的意義。對于教師來說，面對不同的學生要采取不同

12、的教學方法；對于醫生來說，要根據病人的不同病情采用相應的治療方法；對于農民來說，面對不同的土地狀況要種植不同的作物。從哲學角度來說，具體問題要具體分析。好的結果總是來自對問題的仔細分析.第二篇 金字塔是由一塊塊石頭積累成的 Directions:Study the following picture carefully and write an essay in which you should1) describe the picture,2) interpret its meaning, and3) support your view with examples.文1：One glance

13、 at a pyramid can leave the viewer in awe of its beauty and splend or. Upon closer examination, however, one might be surprised to discover that such a grandiose structure is composed entirely of ordinary stones.Most people are familiar with the proverb: Rome was not built in a day. An object as gra

14、nd as a pyramid is likewise not so quickly or easily constructed. Just as the greatness of the city of Rome is due to the combination of its smaller parts, a pyramid is only as strong as the stones it is comprised of. The image of a pyramid reminds us that great success is in fact an accumulation of

15、 small a chievements.History proves that many famous artists and scientists are only successful because of their continued efforts, even after numerous failures. One might recall Leonardo DaVincis drawing of an egg, Wang Xi Zhi practicing handwriting, or Thomas Edison inventing the light bulb, for e

16、xample. The fable that tells us that even water can eventually pierce through stone also points to the importance of patience and diligence. We should take such stories and histories into account and remember the importance of fundamentals; remember that one can build a pyramid only if one is willin

17、g to work with small stones. People would be wise to abandon rash inclinations and instead try in earnest. Perseverance is sure to leadto success. 譯文：瞥一眼金字塔，看見其美麗壯觀的景象，敬畏之情就會油然而生。然而，走近仔細再看，人們會很吃驚地發現如此宏偉的建筑皆由普通的石頭砌成。大多數人都熟悉這個諺語：羅馬不是一天建成的。像金字塔這樣壯麗雄偉的建筑也同樣不能如此快地輕易建成。就像羅馬城的偉大是由各個小的部分組合起來的一樣，金字塔也如構建它的石頭一

18、樣堅固。金字塔的形象告訴我們偉大的成功實際上就是集腋成裘。歷史上，許多有名的藝術家和科學家都是由于他們不斷的努力才獲得成功的，盡管屢屢失敗他們也在所不惜。例如，人們可能會想到萊昂納多達芬奇畫蛋，王羲之練習書法和托馬斯愛迪生發明電燈的故事。“水滴石穿”這個寓言也喻意耐心和勤奮的重要性。我們應該重視這些故事和歷史，牢記打好基礎的重要性；且還要記住人只有在他愿意堆砌小石塊時才能建造起金字塔。人們摒棄急燥冒進并代之以嚴肅認識是明智之舉。堅持不懈必定會走向成功。文2：We can see in the picture, a great Egyptian Pyramid towering magnific

19、ently into the sky. At first sight visitors may be overwhelmed by the pyramid and cannot help but marvel at the huge stones in front of them the embodiment of patience and endurance of an Ancient Egyptian Civilization. During this extended period of building, one can only imagine the amount of patie

20、nce and endurance that was required by the people before any of this greatness was to be achieved.The stones of the pyramid remind us of a famous saying: “Rome was not built in a day,” that is, great things are never done without much time and labor.As human beings, we are eager to win merits for ou

21、rselves. It is, however, onlypatience as well as endurance that can help us to succeed in performing great deeds. In the case of Si Maqian, without those brilliant qualities mentioned above, he could never attain such great achievements. Difficulties are unavoidable, unless we do not engage in anyth

22、ing at all. In the end, it is patience and endurance that counts. Some people would give up halfway in the face of what seems to be insurmountable. Men of such a type can hardly expect to succeed. We must take a stepbystep approach to accomplish everything until we get the final result. The reason i

23、s very simple: if one attempts to climb a mountain, however high he reaches, he has failed if he does not reach the top. 譯文：在這幅畫中我們可以看到，一座偉大的埃與金字塔擎天而立，雄偉壯觀。盡管游客們第一眼看到它時，都會被它的磅礴氣勢所震撼，然而震撼過后，他們都不禁要對眼前這些體現著古埃與人民堅忍不拔精神的巨石驚嘆不已。在漫長的修筑過程中，你不難想象在這個偉大創舉的背后，飽含著人民堅韌不拔的精神與毅力。 金字塔的巨石使我們想到這樣一句名言：“羅馬不是一天建成的。”也就是說，

24、不付出艱辛的勞動和足夠的時間就不會成就偉大的事業。人類急切希望為自己創造價值。但是，只有耐心和堅韌才能幫助我們完成偉大創舉。以司馬遷為例，假如他不具備上述優秀品質，成就那樣的偉業絕無可能。做任何事情，障礙都是不可避免的，除非我們什么都不做。說到底，有了耐心和堅韌才能成功。 有些人在看上去不可逾越的障礙面前中途放棄。這些人是永遠不會成功的。我們在做任何事情時都要腳踏實地，一步一步去實現我們最終的目標。道理很簡單：如果一個人爬山，無論他爬得多高，只要沒有到達山頂，他終歸是一個失敗者。第三篇 可持續發展問題：前人栽樹 后人乘涼Directions:How can we meet the needs

25、of today without diminishing the capacity of future generations to meet theirs? Sustainable development implies a broad view of human welfare, a long term perspective about social development. Write an essay which should cover:1) describing the set of drawings below,2) stating its main idea, and3) g

26、iving your comment.文1：The images above are both meaningful and instructive: this mans hard work is not only for his own benefit, but also for the benefit of future generations. The pictures serve to remind us that the existence of our current happiness and valuable national heritage is due to the st

27、ruggles of our predecessors. We, in turn, should also work hard in order to guarantee the comfort and safety of generations to come. Sustainable development has become a topic of heated debate in recent years. While it is justifiable to satisfy current demands, we cannot neglect the needs of our des

28、cendants in the process. Our children also depend on Earths natural resources and we should not deprive them of such necessities. Unfortunately, many people only think of their shortterm, personal interests. An entire forest might be clearcut, in the interest of making a profit, without a single tre

29、e planted in its place. This inconsiderate attitude towards the welfare of our descendants, as well the indifference to the outcome of such reckless actions, can only turn Earth into a cold and lifeless planet. People must be taught to appreciate Earth as not only their home, but also the home of ou

30、r children and grandchildren, as well as all other plants and animals.While making great efforts to increase our current quality of life, we must simultaneously consider how our actions will affect future lives. 譯文：上面的漫畫意味深長而發人深省，栽樹人的艱辛勞作不只是為了他自己，也是為了后人。這幅漫畫是為了提醒我們今天的幸福生活和寶貴的民族遺產歸功于我們祖先的奮斗，而我們，反過來，也

31、要努力勞動來確保我們后代的幸福和平安。可持續發展是近幾年的熱點話題，雖然我們要滿足自己當前的需要，但不能將子后代的需求拋置腦后。我們的孩子同樣需要自然資源，我們不能剝奪他們的這份必需品。不幸的是很多人只考慮他們短視的、自私的利益。為了獲得利潤，整片的森林被砍光，一棵樹都不留下。這種不顧與子福利的態度，和對這種輕率行為的后果的無動于衷，只會讓我們的地球變成一個冷冰冰而無生氣的行星。必須告誡人們的是：地球不僅是他們的家園，也是他們的孩子和所有后代的家園，還是其他所有的植物和動物的家園。在努力提高今天的生活質量的同時，我們必須考慮到我們的行為會對未來的生命產生什么樣的影響。文2：As can be

32、seen from the drawings, the father has planted a small tree thatgrows into a big one and is left to his son to enjoy. Years later, his son sits under the big tree enjoying its shade. In social development, we should not over utilize our natural resources, as in the case of forests. A reasonable use

33、of forests and reforestation are the best choices in the long run. Human beings should plan ahead when it comes to social development. Even though trees are in short demand today, we must still keep the deforestation under control, for we do not want to eliminate all of our forests, which are essent

34、ial to our existence. Reforestation is another wise practice. We may not fully benefit from planting trees for the time being, but we must continue doing so, since it will benefit later generations. From the point of view of sustainable development, we have the responsibility to ensure that future g

35、enerations have enough natural resources to use and arenot penalized for the shortsightedness of present day decision makers. In otherwords, we should not use up our natural resources just to meet our own present day needs, while ignoring the future of our planet.譯文：畫中可見，一位父親種了一棵小樹，這棵小樹將長成參天大樹，他的兒子將

36、會從中受益。多年以后，他的兒子坐在樹下享受著大樹帶來的陰涼。在社會發展中，我們不能過度使用自然資源，比如說森林資源。從長遠來說對森林的合理利用和植樹造林是最好的選擇。人類應當為社會發展做長遠的打算。盡管木材在當今社會十分短缺，我們也必須控制濫砍濫伐，因為我們不愿看到森林這一人類賴以生存的基礎被徹底用盡。植樹造林無疑是又一項英明的舉措。我們也許暫時不能夠充分享受植樹給我們帶來的益處，但是我們必須繼續將這一舉措堅持下去，因為它會使我們的后代受益。從可持續發展的角度來看，我們有責任來保障后代有豐富的自然資源可利用，并且不會使他們因今天決策者的目光短淺而受到懲罰。換句話說，我們不應該僅為滿足我們自己當

37、前的需要而用盡所有的自然資源，忽視我們后代的需求。第四篇 人生處處面臨選擇 如何選擇是關鍵Directions:Study the following picture carefully and write an essay in which you should1) describe the picture,2) interpret its meaning, and3) point out its implications in our life.文1：This simple picture represents a situation that every person must face

38、:when approaching a junction, which direction should one choose?Most viewers can empathize with the sense of hesitation and uncertainty embodied in such an image. Without exception, everyone has to make choices in life, whether they concern school, career, or love. While some choices are simple, one

39、 cannot avoid the task of making difficult decisions. Choices are often directly related to ones happiness. University students,for example, face a hard and crucial decision upon graduating. Many students have difficulty deciding whether to continue studying or begin developing a career. Every indiv

40、idual is different, and one must take the factors of ones personal life into consideration. In addition to an awareness of specific circumstances, however, making the right choice also depends on correct appraisal of oneself.In order to choose correctly, therefore, one must be both realistic and sel

41、faware. Furthermore, once having made a decision, one should seriously accept and pursue the path one has chosen, and strive towards the realization of ones goal with spirit. 譯文：這幅簡單的畫表現了我們每個人都要面對的情況：走到叉路口了，該選擇哪條路呢？絕大多數讀者都能感受到這幅畫中包含的猶豫和彷徨。毫無例外，每個人在一生中都要多次做出選擇無論是涉與到學業、職業還是愛情。雖然有些選擇很容易，但一個人無法回避艱難的選擇。選

42、擇通常直接關系到一個人的幸福。比如對大學生來說，臨近畢業就面臨著一個艱難而至關重要的選擇很多學生難以決定是繼續求學還是開始自己的職業生涯。每個人的情況都不一樣，所以一個人應該把自己生活的方方面面都考慮到。除了對周圍特定的環境要有清楚的了解外，做出正確的選擇還依賴于有一個正確的自我評價。因此，一個人為了做出正確選擇，必須既現實又清醒。此外，一個人一旦做出了決定，就應該嚴肅地承認并奉行既定的路線，鼓起勇氣為實現自己的目標而奮斗。文2：In the picture we can see a man standing at a crossroad with two similar roads, and

43、 trying to decide which way to take. In daily life we are often faced with such choices. More often than not, we have to make cardinal decisions indepentently. This moment is very important for everyone to go through. In order to make a decision that we will not regret, we should bear these two prin

44、ciples in mind: thinking before acting, and never missing any opportunities that arise. On one hand, we should have an apparent, objective judgment about ourselves while maintaining a clear idea about the world around us. On the other hand, we should also think about opportunity. Many people may not

45、 quite agree with this and think that opportunity is so rare that only the luckiest people come across it. However, opportunity is open to everyone and one should make good use of it when confronted with it. One should take advantage of it just like the proverb states: “Opportunities are only from t

46、he prepared minds.” So when one is faced with choices the next time, remember that using the mind and taking advantage of good opportunities will pave the way to success.譯文：從這幅畫中我們可以看到，一個人正站在叉路岐途之前，等待他的是要決定究竟走哪條路。人生中我們經常會面臨這樣的選擇。我們還時常必須獨立做出重大決定。這是我們每個人都要經歷的重要時刻。如果我們不想為自己做出的決定而感到后悔，就必須遵循這兩個原則：一是三思而后行

47、；二是不要錯過任何機會。一方面，我們要對自身做出客觀公正的判斷，同時還要對我們周圍的世界有一個清醒的認識。另一方面，我們對待機遇要用心思考。有些人可能不太承認機遇，認為機遇太少，而且只是那些幸運兒的專利。然而，機遇是屬于每一個人的，所以在面對機遇時我們要充分利用它。每個人都應利用機遇，正如這句名言所說：“機遇只留給那些做好準備的人。”所以當你再一次面對機遇時，請不要忘記開動腦筋，莫失良機，成功一定屬于你第五篇：長遠全面看問題：站得高 看德遠Directions: Study the following drawing carefully and write an essay in which

48、you should1) describe the drawing,2) interpret its meaning, and3) point out its implications in our life.文1：Drawings can be useful tools; a simple picture may reveal a profound truth. The illustration above, for example, is far from complicated, and yet carries deep implications; from the top of a m

49、ountain one can see clear and far. Such an image draws attention to the fact that people tend to be distracted by immediate benefits, or deterred by present difficulties. If one was to stand higher and take a broader view, one could make wise, longterm decisions, as well as have a clearer sense of h

50、ow to solve any given problem. The importance of keeping things in perspective is of practical significance to university students especially. When students face difficult decisions such as choosing between majors or careers, or deciding whether to continue with postgraduate education, they should c

51、onsider their future life in broad terms. If you allow yourself to become preoccupied by immediate interests or discouraged by current obstacles, you might not make the wisest decisions. Nevertheless, it is important to realize that viewing our lives from a far is not equal to aiming for an unattain

52、able goal. Inexperienced youth must be careful to realistically create and pursue their ambitions.It is best to look beyond temporary needs and problems and keep ones present and future life in perspective.譯文：圖畫是一種有力的表達工具，簡單的一幅畫往往揭示深刻的真理。比如說上面這幅站得高，看得遠。簡單，但卻意蘊深遠。這幅畫揭示了一個事實人們往往只為眼前的利益所吸引，或被時下的困難所阻嚇。如

53、果一個人站高一點，眼界放寬一點，那么他就可能做出更成熟、更著眼長遠的決定，而對解決當前面臨的問題也會有更清醒的認識。對于大學生來說，富有遠見并整體地看待事情尤其具有重要的現實意義。當面臨一個不容易作決定的選擇諸如選專業、找工作，或是決定是否考研時，必須從長遠的角度來考慮自己的未來。如果斤斤計較于當前的利益，或是囿于眼前的困難而躑躅不前，那是不會做出最明智的決定的。不過，目光長遠并不等于空談海市蜃樓，意識到這一點是很重要的。缺乏經驗的年輕人必須注意，要腳踏實地塑造和追求自己的理想并為之而奮斗。用長遠的眼光看待眼前的需要和問題，用全面的眼光對待現在和未來，這才是最好的。文2：As can be s

54、een in the drawing, a man is standing on top of the highest of many mountains while looking at something far away. If you want to be considered as the man who can see further than anyone else, you must stand on giants shoulders. Needless to say, if you were to stand at the foot of a mountain, mounta

55、ins would be all around you, surrounding you, blinding you. You can only see a small piece of the sky when looking up, just like a frog at the bottom of a well. If the frog wants to see the outside world, it must jump out of the well to broaden its range of vision. In science, researchers should not

56、 confine themselves to available materials that can be easily found. On the contrary, it is very important for them to go outside the norm and use as many materials as possible. A large number of scientific materials that have been defined by previous scientists can be regarded as the basis of prese

57、nt research. If we want to make more progress in our present study, we must base our research on previous theories and results. The more materials you possess in your base, the greater the potential. That is, the higher on the mountain you are, the farther you can see.譯文：從這幅圖中我們可以看到，一個人站在最高的那座山的山頂上，眺望遠方。如果你想成為比別人看得更遠的人，你必須站在巨人的肩膀上。毫無疑問，假如你站在山腳下，你會被群山包圍而障目塞聽。當你抬頭仰望，你只能看到一小片天空，就像一只井底之蛙。如果這只青蛙想看到外面的世界，它必須從井底跳出來開闊自己的視野。就拿科學研究為例，研究者不應把自己局限在手頭易得的資料中。相反，打破常規走出去搜集盡可能多的資料，對于科研者來說是至關重要的。已被科學界的前輩廣泛研究過的大量科學資料可被看作是當今科學研究的基礎。如果我們想在當今科研中取得更大的進步