No. 1
Part I Writing (30minutes)
Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write an essay. You should start your essay with a brief description of the picture and then express your views on how to face failure. You should write at least words. Write your essay on Answer Sheet 1.
Sample
As can be clearly seen from the picture that a boy is weeping for his failure at school, with hands covering his face. While his friend is cheering him on and saying: “An occasional failure cannot determine your whole life!”
The drawing is really thought-provoking. Failure is common in our daily life. Does an occasional failure can really determine a person’s whole life? Some people think it is true for the reason that an occasional failure may change a person’s fate and his attitude towards life. While other people disagree with it, because failure happens to everyone and an occasional failure is just an unavoidable experience to success.
As far as I am concerned, we should have the proper attitude towards failure. It is your attitude that determines how big your failure is. The best way to face the failure is to analyze the reason of failure calmly. Only by doing this can you be taught a lesson and avoid making the same mistake again.
No. 2
Part I Writing (30minutes)
Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write an essay. You should start your essay with a brief description of the picture and then express your views on “Too much care spoils a child”. You should writ e at least words but no more than words. Write your essay on Answer Sheet 1.
Sample
We can see from the picture that a blooming plant is being destroyed by over-watering. People often do something with good intentions, but the result turns out to be quite different. Too much care spoiling a child is a case in point.
The problem of spoiling children has been common recently, which has done lots of harm to our society. First of all, Chinese parents tend to dote on their children because many families have only one kid. Consequently, children are turning into “little princesses” and “little princes” lacking of independence and responsibility. Furthermore, the spoiled children depend on their parents for everything. As a result, once confronted with harsh reality, they are more likely to yield to hardships and difficulties.
As is discussed above, going too far is as bad as not going far enough. Parents love their children by nature, but it is important to train them to develop a sense of independence as well as responsibility rather than laziness. Only in this way can they become stronger to shoulder their due responsibilities.
No. 3
Part I Writing (30minutes)
Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write an essay. You should start your essay with a brief description of the picture and then express your views on it. You should write at least words but no more than words. Write your essay on Answer Sheet 1.
只买贵的，不买对的
Sample:
As is vividly portrayed in the picture, a young man is carrying on his back a huge pack containing various luxurious goods. He looks very tired, sweat dripping down his face. At the bottom of the picture, a line of words read we buy the expensive ones rather than the good ones.
The picture above reveals to us that the pursuit of an extravagant life has become a phenomenon that is not uncommon to see. It can be looked at from the following perspectives. Firstly, the occurrence of this phenomenon is not accidental but an outcome caused by the development of a commercial society. Materials have become more highlighted than ever in people’s lives. Secondly, the promotion of such improper lifestyle through advertisements, which people are exposed to everyday, has determined the trend to a large extent. Thirdly, people’s confirmative attitude towards it, together with a competitive mind, has played an important part in its existence.
In my opinion, this phenomenon reflected by this picture should be addressed with due emphasis. A life of rationality and simplify should be promoted. Only in this way can we enjoy more advantages of a prosperous commercial society and avoid the disadvantages thereof.
No. 4
Part I Writing (30minutes)
Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write an essay. You should start your essay with a brief description of the picture and then express your views on it. You should write at least words but no more than words. Write your essay on Answer Sheet 1.
Sample
As is vividly portrayed in the picture, a boy is looking for water. In the front, the child who, is carrying a spade on his shoulders, is about to leave, feeling confused, and in the rear, there are several holes with different depths and the bottom of one hole is extremely close to the surface of water. In the middle of the picture, a line of words read: “where is the water”?
The author of this picture tries to convey to us the following message: persistence is of great significance in our life nowadays. Firstly, it is an indispensable character for every individual who wants to achieve some success today. Secondly, those who have the quality of perseverance are inclined to be happier and thus lead a healthier life than those otherwise. Thirdly, if we look at this issue on a larger scale, we will find that it counts more for our community, our society and even the whole world. Suppose everyone strives to be better themselves in this direction, we are bound to see a brighter future.
In sum, persistency has become so important that no one can afford to ignore it. In my opinion, more attention should be paid to this aspect and joint efforts should be made to cultivate this virtue through education, promotion via media, implementation of related policies, etc.
No. 5
Part I Writing (30minutes)
Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write an essay. You should start your essay with a brief description of the picture and then express your views on it. You should write at least words but no more than words. Write your essay on Answer Sheet 1.
Sample
As is vividly portrayed in the picture, an old granny is answering phone from her family members, who call to say that they cannot manage to have supper back home. Before her is a table on which various dishes are laid. She looks very disappointed.
The picture above reveals to us such a phenomenon: more and more young people cannot spare much time to stay with their parents or grandparents, leaving them alone at home. This phenomenon occurs at least for the following reasons. Firstly, the rapid pace of the society has left its imprint on one’s family. The loneness of the old people is a good example. Secondly, family members are the closest ones. Therefore, most people tend to sacrifice their time with them for other arrangements, such as work, dating or entertainment with friends. Thirdly, although the traditional Chinese culture put great emphasis on family, this virtue has declined gradually, which partially explains one’s neglect of their aged parents.
In sum, the problem in the relationship between children and their old parents is worth thinking. In my opinion, people should take the welfare of family as a whole into consideration. Otherwise, a harmonious relationship among family members cannot be kept and a happy life cannot be guaranteed.
Part I Writing (30minutes)
Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write an essay. You should start your essay with a brief description of the picture and then express your views on it. You should write at least words but no more than words. Write your essay on Answer Sheet 1.
Sample
As is vividly portrayed in the picture, two women at a counter are examining the authenticity of the things in their hands. On the right side stands the customer, who is holding a magnifier to a bottle she just bought, while on the left side the shop assistant is looking at the cash she just received carefully. They both ask themselves suspiciously, “Is is real?”
The picture above reveals to us that the interpersonal trust in our society has been undermined by so many dishonest behaviors that people begin to question whatever they meet in the daily life. It can be looked at from the following perspectives. Firstly, the occurrence of this phenomenon is not accidental but an outcome that is caused by the degradation of the moral standards in our society. Secondly, the dishonest atmosphere in the industry of manufacture has spoiled the image of the goods “made in China”. Thirdly, people’s indifferent or even tolerant attitude towards such phenomena has also had inescapable responsibilities.
In my opinion, this phenomenon reflected by this picture should be addressed with due emphasis. On the one hand, actions of cheating should be punished severely and on the other hand, everyone should be consistent in their words and actions. Only in this way can we reconstruct a trustful and harmonious society.
Part I Writing (30minutes)
Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write an essay. You should start your essay with a brief description of the picture and then express your views on it. You should write at least words but no more than words. Write your essay on Answer Sheet 1.
Sample
As is shown in the picture，two men are digging wells in almost the same place，but the results are quite different. The man who has dug several wells finds no water in the end while the man who keeps digging in one place reaches the water eventually. As is symbolically revealed，perseverance is one of the most important qualities of human beings. Therefore ，we may draw a conclusion that perseverance leads to final success.
That final success lies in perseverance can be best explained by the invention of electric bulb. Mr. Edison failed more than 1000 times before he found tungsten filament for his incandescent lamp test. Obviously，it was perseverance that made Edison stick it out. Therefore，it is a truth beyond dispute that once we have set up a goal，we should keep trying until we achieve it.
To sum up the above argument，I have several suggestions to make. On the one hand，we should be well aware of the importance of perseverance. On the other hand，it is necessary for us to foster the spirit of perseverance consciously. All in all，we should always keep in mind that where there is a will ，there is a way.
No. 8
Part I Writing (30minutes)
Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write an essay. You should start your essay with a brief description of the picture and then express your views on it. You should write at least words but no more than words. Write your essay on Answer Sheet 1.
Sample
In the cartoon we can see a tall and thin man, along with a short and stout man are using suitable hotpot for dinner. Apparently, the picture aims to emphasize that anything to be done must be measured in advance so that we are able to find a proper way to do it.
This same principle applies to solving any other problem. 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, 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 class; a doctor should prescribe different treatments according to the patient’s 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 analysis of a problem.
No. 9
Part I Writing (30minutes)
Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write an essay. You should start your essay with a brief description of the picture and then express your views on it. You should write at least words but no more than words. Write your essay on Answer Sheet 1.
Sample
There is no doubt that human activity has an effect on the planet. We see the evidence of mankind’s endeavors all around us. Overall, it seems that human activity harms the Earth more than benefits it makes. As is vividly betrayed in the photo above, due to over development, there is limited land being set aside for endangered animals.
Absolutely, we should reserve some land for the world’s animals for the following reasons. First, mankind’s need for land is constantly growing. If the demand is not checked controlled in some way, humans will eventually develop all of the earth’s available land. At that time, mankind will have no more room to grow, and all the wild animals will have disappeared, as well as other valuable resources. Second, humans are able to innovate and can use the land that they already possess in more efficient ways. Animals are unable to do this. Once their land is taken away from them, they will die. Third and last, endangered animals are an important part of the biodiversity of our planet. If they disappear, we cannot predict what the effect will be. Therefore, we should treat such animals as a valuable resource to be protected.
To sum up, the world’s endangered animals are an important resource and we should protect them by setting aside some land for them. Although mankind’s need for land continues to grow, people are intelligent and inventive enough to put the land into use properly. In this way, we can have enough land for farming, housing and industry, and preserve the biodiversity of the planet at the same time.
No. 10
Part I Writing (30minutes)
Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write an essay. You should start your essay with a brief description of the picture and then express your views on it. You should write at least words but no more than words. Write your essay on Answer Sheet 1.
Sample
As is vividly depicts in the cartoon, old parents are sitting on the coach with disappointment and sadness, because no one comes back to celebrate with them. Although they received a lot of presents from their children, they feel very miserable and have no appetite, since what they want most is not such material stuffs but the care and love from their children and grandchildren.
Nowadays, young men look so busy and independent in modern society that they will never feel free to live with their parents. They move out and mind their own business every day. On usual days, they would not like to take their time to visit their parents with the excuses of busyness. On some festival days, they probably share a little time to drop in their parents or even just send some presents but don’t show up personally like what the cartoon above illustrates. They think that presents can represent their love, however, to the parents, who overcame a lot of difficulties to bring them up, those stuff are far away from what they really hope for.
With the rapid pace of economic development, our old parents feel more and more lonely and unhappy. However busy we may be, we should spend more time talking with them and accompanying them, because they once gave us so much selfless love that we should return them the same from the bottom of our heart.
No. 1
Part I Writing (30minutes)
Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write an essay. You should start your essay with a brief description of the picture and then express your views on how to face failure. You should write at least words. Write your essay on Answer Sheet 1.
Sample
As can be clearly seen from the picture that a boy is weeping for his failure at school, with hands covering his face. While his friend is cheering him on and saying: “An occasional failure cannot determine your whole life!”
The drawing is really thought-provoking. Failure is common in our daily life. Does an occasional failure can really determine a person’s whole life? Some people think it is true for the reason that an occasional failure may change a person’s fate and his attitude towards life. While other people disagree with it, because failure happens to everyone and an occasional failure is just an unavoidable experience to success.
As far as I am concerned, we should have the proper attitude towards failure. It is your attitude that determines how big your failure is. The best way to face the failure is to analyze the reason of failure calmly. Only by doing this can you be taught a lesson and avoid making the same mistake again.
No. 2
Part I Writing (30minutes)
Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write an essay. You should start your essay with a brief description of the picture and then express your views on “Too much care spoils a child”. You should writ e at least words but no more than words. Write your essay on Answer Sheet 1.
Sample
We can see from the picture that a blooming plant is being destroyed by over-watering. People often do something with good intentions, but the result turns out to be quite different. Too much care spoiling a child is a case in point.
The problem of spoiling children has been common recently, which has done lots of harm to our society. First of all, Chinese parents tend to dote on their children because many families have only one kid. Consequently, children are turning into “little princesses” and “little princes” lacking of independence and responsibility. Furthermore, the spoiled children depend on their parents for everything. As a result, once confronted with harsh reality, they are more likely to yield to hardships and difficulties.
As is discussed above, going too far is as bad as not going far enough. Parents love their children by nature, but it is important to train them to develop a sense of independence as well as responsibility rather than laziness. Only in this way can they become stronger to shoulder their due responsibilities.
No. 3
Part I Writing (30minutes)
Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write an essay. You should start your essay with a brief description of the picture and then express your views on it. You should write at least words but no more than words. Write your essay on Answer Sheet 1.
只买贵的，不买对的
Sample:
As is vividly portrayed in the picture, a young man is carrying on his back a huge pack containing various luxurious goods. He looks very tired, sweat dripping down his face. At the bottom of the picture, a line of words read we buy the expensive ones rather than the good ones.
The picture above reveals to us that the pursuit of an extravagant life has become a phenomenon that is not uncommon to see. It can be looked at from the following perspectives. Firstly, the occurrence of this phenomenon is not accidental but an outcome caused by the development of a commercial society. Materials have become more highlighted than ever in people’s lives. Secondly, the promotion of such improper lifestyle through advertisements, which people are exposed to everyday, has determined the trend to a large extent. Thirdly, people’s confirmative attitude towards it, together with a competitive mind, has played an important part in its existence.
In my opinion, this phenomenon reflected by this picture should be addressed with due emphasis. A life of rationality and simplify should be promoted. Only in this way can we enjoy more advantages of a prosperous commercial society and avoid the disadvantages thereof.
No. 4
Part I Writing (30minutes)
Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write an essay. You should start your essay with a brief description of the picture and then express your views on it. You should write at least words but no more than words. Write your essay on Answer Sheet 1.
Sample
As is vividly portrayed in the picture, a boy is looking for water. In the front, the child who, is carrying a spade on his shoulders, is about to leave, feeling confused, and in the rear, there are several holes with different depths and the bottom of one hole is extremely close to the surface of water. In the middle of the picture, a line of words read: “where is the water”?
The author of this picture tries to convey to us the following message: persistence is of great significance in our life nowadays. Firstly, it is an indispensable character for every individual who wants to achieve some success today. Secondly, those who have the quality of perseverance are inclined to be happier and thus lead a healthier life than those otherwise. Thirdly, if we look at this issue on a larger scale, we will find that it counts more for our community, our society and even the whole world. Suppose everyone strives to be better themselves in this direction, we are bound to see a brighter future.
In sum, persistency has become so important that no one can afford to ignore it. In my opinion, more attention should be paid to this aspect and joint efforts should be made to cultivate this virtue through education, promotion via media, implementation of related policies, etc.
No. 5
Part I Writing (30minutes)
Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write an essay. You should start your essay with a brief description of the picture and then express your views on it. You should write at least words but no more than words. Write your essay on Answer Sheet 1.
Sample
As is vividly portrayed in the picture, an old granny is answering phone from her family members, who call to say that they cannot manage to have supper back home. Before her is a table on which various dishes are laid. She looks very disappointed.
The picture above reveals to us such a phenomenon: more and more young people cannot spare much time to stay with their parents or grandparents, leaving them alone at home. This phenomenon occurs at least for the following reasons. Firstly, the rapid pace of the society has left its imprint on one’s family. The loneness of the old people is a good example. Secondly, family members are the closest ones. Therefore, most people tend to sacrifice their time with them for other arrangements, such as work, dating or entertainment with friends. Thirdly, although the traditional Chinese culture put great emphasis on family, this virtue has declined gradually, which partially explains one’s neglect of their aged parents.
In sum, the problem in the relationship between children and their old parents is worth thinking. In my opinion, people should take the welfare of family as a whole into consideration. Otherwise, a harmonious relationship among family members cannot be kept and a happy life cannot be guaranteed.
Part I Writing (30minutes)
Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write an essay. You should start your essay with a brief description of the picture and then express your views on it. You should write at least words but no more than words. Write your essay on Answer Sheet 1.
Sample
As is vividly portrayed in the picture, two women at a counter are examining the authenticity of the things in their hands. On the right side stands the customer, who is holding a magnifier to a bottle she just bought, while on the left side the shop assistant is looking at the cash she just received carefully. They both ask themselves suspiciously, “Is is real?”
The picture above reveals to us that the interpersonal trust in our society has been undermined by so many dishonest behaviors that people begin to question whatever they meet in the daily life. It can be looked at from the following perspectives. Firstly, the occurrence of this phenomenon is not accidental but an outcome that is caused by the degradation of the moral standards in our society. Secondly, the dishonest atmosphere in the industry of manufacture has spoiled the image of the goods “made in China”. Thirdly, people’s indifferent or even tolerant attitude towards such phenomena has also had inescapable responsibilities.
In my opinion, this phenomenon reflected by this picture should be addressed with due emphasis. On the one hand, actions of cheating should be punished severely and on the other hand, everyone should be consistent in their words and actions. Only in this way can we reconstruct a trustful and harmonious society.
Part I Writing (30minutes)
Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write an essay. You should start your essay with a brief description of the picture and then express your views on it. You should write at least words but no more than words. Write your essay on Answer Sheet 1.
Sample
As is shown in the picture，two men are digging wells in almost the same place，but the results are quite different. The man who has dug several wells finds no water in the end while the man who keeps digging in one place reaches the water eventually. As is symbolically revealed，perseverance is one of the most important qualities of human beings. Therefore ，we may draw a conclusion that perseverance leads to final success.
That final success lies in perseverance can be best explained by the invention of electric bulb. Mr. Edison failed more than 1000 times before he found tungsten filament for his incandescent lamp test. Obviously，it was perseverance that made Edison stick it out. Therefore，it is a truth beyond dispute that once we have set up a goal，we should keep trying until we achieve it.
To sum up the above argument，I have several suggestions to make. On the one hand，we should be well aware of the importance of perseverance. On the other hand，it is necessary for us to foster the spirit of perseverance consciously. All in all，we should always keep in mind that where there is a will ，there is a way.
No. 8
Part I Writing (30minutes)
Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write an essay. You should start your essay with a brief description of the picture and then express your views on it. You should write at least words but no more than words. Write your essay on Answer Sheet 1.
Sample
In the cartoon we can see a tall and thin man, along with a short and stout man are using suitable hotpot for dinner. Apparently, the picture aims to emphasize that anything to be done must be measured in advance so that we are able to find a proper way to do it.
This same principle applies to solving any other problem. 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, 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 class; a doctor should prescribe different treatments according to the patient’s 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 analysis of a problem.
No. 9
Part I Writing (30minutes)
Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write an essay. You should start your essay with a brief description of the picture and then express your views on it. You should write at least words but no more than words. Write your essay on Answer Sheet 1.
Sample
There is no doubt that human activity has an effect on the planet. We see the evidence of mankind’s endeavors all around us. Overall, it seems that human activity harms the Earth more than benefits it makes. As is vividly betrayed in the photo above, due to over development, there is limited land being set aside for endangered animals.
Absolutely, we should reserve some land for the world’s animals for the following reasons. First, mankind’s need for land is constantly growing. If the demand is not checked controlled in some way, humans will eventually develop all of the earth’s available land. At that time, mankind will have no more room to grow, and all the wild animals will have disappeared, as well as other valuable resources. Second, humans are able to innovate and can use the land that they already possess in more efficient ways. Animals are unable to do this. Once their land is taken away from them, they will die. Third and last, endangered animals are an important part of the biodiversity of our planet. If they disappear, we cannot predict what the effect will be. Therefore, we should treat such animals as a valuable resource to be protected.
To sum up, the world’s endangered animals are an important resource and we should protect them by setting aside some land for them. Although mankind’s need for land continues to grow, people are intelligent and inventive enough to put the land into use properly. In this way, we can have enough land for farming, housing and industry, and preserve the biodiversity of the planet at the same time.
No. 10
Part I Writing (30minutes)
Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write an essay. You should start your essay with a brief description of the picture and then express your views on it. You should write at least words but no more than words. Write your essay on Answer Sheet 1.
Sample
As is vividly depicts in the cartoon, old parents are sitting on the coach with disappointment and sadness, because no one comes back to celebrate with them. Although they received a lot of presents from their children, they feel very miserable and have no appetite, since what they want most is not such material stuffs but the care and love from their children and grandchildren.
Nowadays, young men look so busy and independent in modern society that they will never feel free to live with their parents. They move out and mind their own business every day. On usual days, they would not like to take their time to visit their parents with the excuses of busyness. On some festival days, they probably share a little time to drop in their parents or even just send some presents but don’t show up personally like what the cartoon above illustrates. They think that presents can represent their love, however, to the parents, who overcame a lot of difficulties to bring them up, those stuff are far away from what they really hope for.
With the rapid pace of economic development, our old parents feel more and more lonely and unhappy. However busy we may be, we should spend more time talking with them and accompanying them, because they once gave us so much selfless love that we should return them the same from the bottom of our heart.