1、专业英语四级（作文）模拟试卷 172及答案与解析 一、 PART VI WRITING 1 Should students who study a foreign language and culture spend a period of time studying and living in a foreign country? This has been intensely discussed for years. The following are the supporters and opponents opinions. Read carefully the opinions fr
2、om both sides and write your response in about 200 words, in which you should first summarize briefly the opinions from both sides and give your view on the issue. Marks will be awarded for content relevance, content sufficiency, organization and language quality. Failure to follow the above instruc
3、tions may result in a loss of marks. YES When we study a foreign language, it is very useful for us to go to the country in which the target language is spoken. In the foreign country, we are surrounded by the language that we are learning, and we are forced to use it whether or not we want, so we c
4、an learn more rapidly and easily. In terms of culture, second-hand experience is nowhere close to “experiencing the culture“ in the native environment. In short, the best way to learn a language is to be with the native speakers and absorb the language that surrounds you, and the best way to know th
5、e local culture is to go to that country and meet the local people. NO Given that learning abroad does yield benefits, the question of “ applicability “ seems to be neglected. Students, with diverse academic interests and majors, might not need to get in touch with an exotic culture or acquire a for
6、eign language, since a proficiency in a foreign language or an understanding of the local culture doesnt necessarily lead to a bright future. Besides, most students destination countries for their study are those developed countries where tuition and living expenses are relatively high, which may ad
7、d heavy financial burden to students. 2 Should we slow down the pace of life? This has been intensely discussed for years. The following are the supporters and opponents opinions. Read carefully the opinions from both sides and write your response in about 200 words, in which you should first summar
8、ize briefly the opinions from both sides and give your view on the issue. Marks will be awarded for content relevance, content sufficiency, organization and language quality. Failure to follow the above instructions may result in a loss of marks. YES People need to slow down the pace of life and sho
9、w care for their beloved. With the fast pace of life, young people have become busier and have less time to stay at home to accompany their parents. In the modern society, peoples living standards have been greatly improved, but the fast pace of life does bring physical and mental harm, so people sh
10、ould slow down the pace of life to keep healthy. Jobs become demanding and require workers full commitment, resulting in their depression and pressure. People should change their lifestyle and slow down the pace of life to enjoy all the things that life gives them. NO The fast rhythm of life require
11、s people to enhance efficiency when working and then allows them to enjoy longer leisure time. The acceleration of the pace of life also implies the expansion of peoples social circle. In the past, social relationships were limited by physical factors such as geographical distance and low mobility,
12、but nowadays, with technological advances, one can travel farther and get acquainted with more people. The fast pace of life increases efficiency and further improves overall productivity. 3 Will culture be ruined if it is used to earn tourism revenue? This has been intensely discussed for years. Th
13、e following are the supporters and opponents opinions. Read carefully the opinions from both sides and write your response in about 200 words, in which you should first summarize briefly the opinions from both sides and give your view on the issue. Marks will be awarded for content relevance, conten
14、t sufficiency, organization and language quality. Failure to follow the above instructions may result in a loss of marks. YES Food, festivals, costumes and other noticeable elements of a culture are highlighted to entertain tourists, who show no respect to the locals and may cause damage to the uniq
15、ue nature of a culture. Cultural commercialization has made the sacred elements of a culture commonplace and tourists are encouraged to attach little importance to a unique tradition, which cannot be found elsewhere. Too much tourism may harm the quality of the tradition and heritage of a place. Due
16、 to the unplanned and mismanaged growth of cultural tourism, an ever-booming place might gradually become the victim of its own success. By and by, the unique culture of that place may lose its attractiveness, which can eventually lead to the decline and fall of its cultural identity. NO Providing e
17、conomic incentives for cultural preservation is unarguably one of the main contributions of tourism. To many tourists, culture and history are their first consideration when choosing a destination. Their mindset on the conservation of the local cultural heritage may be adapted by visiting tourism si
18、tes and their money can be therefore used on cultural protection, including the maintenance of key historical sites. Tourism can make an indigenous culture known to the world and rally support worldwide to protect it. Needless to say, tourism adds value to a scenic resort by serving as a driving for
19、ce in boosting that places economy. 4 With more college graduates becoming entrepreneurs, many college students are also wondering whether they should quit school to start up a business. Do you support college students dropping out of school and starting up their own business? Read carefully the opi
20、nions from both sides and write your response in about 200 words, in which you should first summarize briefly the opinions from both sides and give your view on the issue. Marks will be awarded for content relevance, content sufficiency, organization and language quality. Failure to follow the above
21、 instructions may result in a loss of marks. YES The employment stress can be released if college students start up their own business. With the fierce competition in the job market, college graduates will find it increasingly difficult to find a job. But the problem may be solved if they choose to
22、set up their own business. Generally speaking, the more students start up their own business, the less stress of employment the government will have. Starting up their own business can help students grow up quickly. Students usually have no opportunity to experience much before they enter society. H
23、owever, they can make full use of their talent when running companies. You are going to work for what you want. There are many successful examples about college students who start up their own business, such as Bill Gates and Steve Jobs. NO The university can prepare students for the world of work.
24、The courses they learn will equip them with professional knowledge and learning skills. The practical activities will provide them with rich work experience and improve their all-around skills. After they spend four years studying in the university, students can cope with the society better. It is u
25、nrealistic for a student in his 20 s to start up a business. Not everyone can become Bill Gates. Running a company needs firm determination, a clear mind and the ability to endure hardship. However, not all those who drop out of college can meet the above requirements. So following the trend blindly
26、 will only bring negative effect on their life and career. 专业英语四级（作文）模拟试卷 172答案与解析 一、 PART VI WRITING 1 【正确答案】 Should Students Go Overseas for Language Study and Culture Acquisition? Undeniably, studying in a foreign country to learn its language and culture is believed to be a rewarding experience
27、because overseas study can let you immerse yourself in a country and really get to know the language as well as the culture from inside. However, many people contradict this statement by suggesting that studying abroad may lead to a great financial strain on your family and a brain drain in the home
28、land. Personally speaking, I deem this practice may not work for everyone. First and foremost, surrounded by people with a different culture, some overseas students may feel completely out of place and suffer from psychological problems, such as loneliness, homesickness and depression. Furthermore,
29、young students early contact with society has made their parents concern mounted since some of them are too immature to resist the evil temptation and protect themselves. In addition, they may not only experience culture shock in different countries, but also suffer from the so-called reverse cultur
30、e shock after returning to their motherland. To sum up, in spite of these positive possibilities, I think its neither practical nor feasible for all the students to learn a foreign language and culture abroad. 【试题解析】 本题讨论学生是否应该出国学习外语和外国文化。在具体行文方面，考生应首先概述正反双方的观点。然后给出自己的观点：在国外学习外语和文化并非适用于每个人，因此没有必要所有的
31、学生都出国深造。最后总结全文。 【知识模块】 作文 2 【正确答案】 Should We Slow Down the Pace of Life? As the society is developing at a fast pace, people are under great pressure and suffer from physical affliction in their busy life. As a consequence, many citizens stand out against the hectic pace of life and appeal to people
32、 to live in a relaxed manner, which is good for peoples physical and mental health. However, those against slowing down the pace of life believe that the fast rhythm of life can improve working efficiency, prolong leisure time and expand social circle. Personally speaking, I hold the view that peopl
33、e can make decisions by themselves according to their own conditions since either of these two lifestyles has both merits and demerits. For one thing, for those who are trying hard to climb the top of the social ladder, they need to keep improving their competitiveness and every minute is too valuab
34、le for them to waste. For another, the dream-job seekers who burnt out by the frenetic pace of life may want to retreat to a quieter and slower corner of the world. Then they can have time to enjoy nature, food, and communication with people around them. In conclusion, choose your lifestyle wisely a
35、nd you can certainly find happiness in your choice. 【试题解析】 本题讨论人们是否应该放慢生活节奏。在具体行文方面，考生应首先概述正反双方的观点。然后给出自己的观点：由于两种生活方式各有优缺点，人们应该基于自己的判断做出选择。最后总结全文。 【知识模块】 作文 3 【正确答案】 Will Culture Be Ruined by Tourism? Nowadays, cultural tourism plays a key role in promoting national culture. Its rapid growth has spa
36、rked extensive controversy over its influence on culture. Some people are concerned that excessive tourism may ruin the tradition and heritage of the local culture while others hold the view that tourism is a boon to culture because it can not only provide funds for cultural preservation but also he
37、lp to spread local culture. In my opinion, tourism can both protect and damage a culture. For one thing, the preservation of traditional culture and the restoration of historic sites are in need of significant funding, which is a tremendous financial burden for local governments. For another, while
38、culture is used as a tool to make money, the government and tourism agencies may only pay attention to the profitable cultural projects and ignore those unremunerative ones with the same cultural and historical value. As a result, the existence and continuation of cultural diversity cannot be guaran
39、teed. In conclusion, tourism can be a double-edged sword to the local culture. Therefore, a sound and mutually beneficial relationship should be built between the protection of culture and the development of tourism. 【试题解析】 本题讨论旅游业是否会对文化造成破坏。在具体行文方面，考生应首先概述正反双方的观点。然后给出自己的观点：旅游业既会保护文化同时又会破坏文化，并详细阐述理由
40、。最后总结全文。 【知识模块】 作文 4 【正确答案】 My View on College Students Starting up Their Own Business In modern age when college students represent the most vigorous power of the society, many old stereotypes have met challenges. The conventional golden life track of entering a well-known university and finding a
41、good job is refused by the young generation. Instead, they prefer to be their own boss for they believe that becoming an entrepreneur can not only release employment pressure but also improve their comprehensive capabilities. In contrast, others believe that college study is indispensable for studen
42、ts growth and it is risky for a student to quit school to start up a business. From my point of view, I am inclined to agree that college students should be allowed to think independently and make their life plans by themselves. For one thing, the four-year college life can help students accumulate
43、knowledge and skills so that they can enter society smoothly. For another, if they choose to set up a business before graduation, they should evaluate their capabilities objectively and make sure that they could afford potential risks. After all, starting up a business on ones own requires not only
44、vigor and enthusiasm, but also reliable contacts and funds. In addition, students should be aware that reality cannot be as smooth as imagination. Everything seems extremely easy when we read the story of Bill Gates, but people seldom know the hardship behind his glory. Students should be fully prep
45、ared for the future ups and downs. In conclusion, whatever they choose, as the young generation of todays world, college students ardor and abundant creativity will help them to realize their dreams. 【试题解析】 本题讨论大学生是否应该辍学创业。在具体行文方面，考生应首先简要概述正反方观点。然后提出自己的看法：学生们应该根据自身的情况自主选择是在校学习还是创业；并给出自己的建议：客观地评估自己的能力，一旦决定开始创业，就必须做好吃苦的准备，积极拓展人际脉络，寻求可信的资金来源。最后重申自己的观点，总结全文。 【知识模块】 作文
