1、大学英语四级改革适用（作文）模拟试卷 31及答案与解析 一、 Part I Writing 1 On Accommodation Arrangements 1有些人认为应该为学生提供 “单人宿舍 ” 2有些人认为 “集体宿舍 ”更好 3我的观点 2 Should Urban Parks Be Free of Charge? 1有人认为市区公园应该免费开放 2也有人认为这样做会带来很多问题 3我的观点 3 Live a Low-carbon Life 1低碳生活日渐成为热门话题 2低碳 生活的意义 3如何实现低碳生活 4 Starting a Career in a Big City or a
2、Small Town 1很多大学生毕业后留在大城市工作 2也有人选择到小城镇开始自己的职业生涯 3结合实际情况谈谈自己的想法 5 On Studying History 1越来越多的年轻人意识到了学习历史的重要性 2产生这种现象的原因 3我的观点 大学英语四级改革适用（作文）模拟试卷 31答案与解析 一、 Part I Writing 1 【正确答案】 There is still no consensus among people about the accommodation arrangementssingle room or dormitory. Some people strongl
3、y stand by the former idea. For one thing, they believe the single room enables students to enjoy the freedom of flexibility. For example, they can regulate the time schedule according to the personal requirements and decorate it on their own demand without interference of others. For another, they
4、have the right to conserve their privacy once their economic conditions permit. However, those insisting that students should live in dormitory rather than in single rooms claim that the former is more practical and easy, for it will not only enhance the emotional exchange among students, but also s
5、trengthen the construction of class culture. Personally, single room, though seemingly more convenient, will exert negative influence on students mental health and personal value; while dormitory can improve the above-mentioned situation through natural communication among roommates. 2 【正确答案】 The qu
6、estion whether urban parks should be free of charge has been a source of controversy for a long time. Supporters claim that urban parks, supposed to be places where people have leisure and entertainment, are public establishments that have been created with taxpayers money and thus should be free. H
7、owever, opponents maintain that, considering Chinas large population and lack of a sense of civic duty, once the parks are free of charge, they will not be properly managed and will inevitably be damaged. For instance, the problem of parks bearing capacity, security and service quality issues will b
8、e obvious. So its not the time to open urban parks for free. When considering opinions of both sides, I am inclined to the latter view. Its certain that free entry to urban parks should accord with economic development, as it needs financial support. Hence, the current economic level in China reflec
9、ts that free entry to parks can only be realized gradually. 3 【正确答案】 As more and more people are concerned about climate and environmental issues, low-carbon life has become an increasingly hot topic. Actually, low-carbon life is not only a fashionable term, but also a strategic choice concerning th
10、e future of human beings. Effectively reducing the carbon emissions is of vital importance. It is not only helpful to slow down the pace of global warming and environmental worsening, but also bring benefit to the future generations. Then how to live a low-carbon life? Everyone can interpret it in t
11、heir own way in every detail of daily life, but public awareness and passion for saving energy is the key to this campaign. Furthermore, energy-saving habits should also be advocated and promoted, for example, substituting a bicycle for a car, using recyclable bags for shopping, climbing the stairs
12、instead of taking the elevator and so on. Its certain that if enough people live a low-carbon life every day and everywhere, it could change history. 4 【正确答案】 Want to be a small fish in a big pond or the other way round? Every graduate faces this question when starting their careers. A large number
13、of them will choose to stay in a big city, which means more opportunities, more space for career development and naturally higher salary. But in recent years, some other graduates intend to start their careers in small towns, where they will bear lower stress and face less fierce competition. In add
14、ition, they can be a big fish in a small pond. They can easily get the employers attention and may win promotion earlier. As far as I am concerned, I prefer to start my career in a metropolis, for I believe that a good start is half the battle. Staying in a big city, I can learn more, experience mor
15、e and obtain more. 5 【正确答案】 Nowadays, according to some young people, what really count are the present and the future. History, the study of the past, is often forgotten. However, in recent years, more and more people are becoming aware of the importance of history. There are a couple of reasons th
16、at lead to this phenomenon. To begin with, history helps us understand how the society that we live in came into existence. Whats more, by looking back on history, we can have a better grasp of the future. Besides, as Francis Bacon put it, “Histories make men wise.“ History, in this sense, plays a c
17、rucial role in forming our outlooks on life and the world, helping us distinguish the right from the wrong. In my opinion, history, serving as the best guide in our life, enlightens us when we feel confused. Therefore, its study should be advocated to foster our capacity for critical thinking and creative problem-solving.
