1、雅思（写作）模拟试卷 123及答案与解析 1 More than four decades ago, man for the first time set foot on the moon. Some people think that space research is a waste of energy and money. Discuss and give your opinion. 2 Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of the telephone. Do you think its advantages outweigh its d
2、isadvantages? 雅思（写作）模拟试卷 123答案与解析 1 【正确答案】 It is an undeniable fact that it has been over forty years since mans first landing on the moon, and his fascination with outer space has a much longer history than that. Some people believe that this type of study is a sheer waste of time and money. Howeve
3、r, in my opinion, this issue has both pros and cons, and it should not be judged one-sidedly. On one hand, it indeed requires a great deal of time and money to train people to carry out research work in this sphere, to put the research into actual practice, and to sustain countless test failures. In
4、 addition, doubtlessly the time and money spent on space research and exploration is hard to calculate, as it is carried out by several nations. From this perspective, the research in question can be considered a waste of time, money and resource. One the other hand, however, once the research findi
5、ngs are transformed into productivity, we will see the situation in a different sight. For example, knowledge of other planets and stars may make possible the colonization of space. At that time, the expenditure that seems so wasteful now will serve to expand and extend the scope of human existence.
6、 Currently, the progress made by scientists who have dedicated much time and energy to this research has demonstrated this point clearly and forcefully. In short, it truly takes a lot of time and money to carry out studies of outer space, for such research tests mans intelligence, patience and perse
7、verance to the utmost, long before any concrete results are visible. Nevertheless, people of vision will indubitably recognise the abundant benefits to be reaped once the research is completed and its findings are put into production. 2 【正确答案】 During the last century, the telephone was undoubtedly s
8、een as one of the most important inventions. Its rapid development and proliferation of use throughout the world have been remarkable. Being part of modern life, it has affected society in a variety of ways, both positively and negatively. On the positive side, the telephone has been used as one of
9、the most popular communication tools and favourably applied in many fields, such as doing business, communicating with people, providing more employment opportunities and dealing with emergencies. For example, the telephone has made doing business much easier and more efficient. Simply through a pho
10、ne line, people can place or check on orders, saving the time when shopping for necessities. The telephone has also made the world seem smaller, since it allows us to stay in touch at any time with anybody, both near and far. In addition, with the advent of the telephone, telecommunication companies
11、 have been established, creating many job opportunities. In handling emergencies, the telephone seems to play a most important role. If your iife is in danger, all you need to do is to dial 120, and doctors can be sent for immediately. On the negative side, the telephone can be a big time waster, bo
12、th at work and at home. When at work, people are often distracted by one unwanted ring after another and, as a result, are kept away from finishing their daily tasks. At home, the telephone seems very inviting for some people who desire to communicate. Those in need of communication are often on the
13、 phone line just for casual talk for one hour or more. This, as a result, has made direct face-to-face human contact less and less necessary, which has led to human relationships becoming more confusing. The advantages this powerful invention has brought to us are obvious, while its disadvantages should not be ignored. Despite some of its negative influences on our society, its benefits will assure its future use.
