Pattern 1:“观点——View” 类模块
views / opinions on (Attitudes towards) … vary from person to person. Some people think that …
… They are of this opinion because ( they think)
others , however, take a negative/positive attitude to it (Others, nevertheless, are more pessimistic/optimistic about it.) From their point of view,… Besides, …
My view on …falls between the two extremes. Personally/In my opinion/If asked about my attitude, I am more in favor of… I stand in/hold this attitude/opinion/view because… It’s true that…, but it doesn’t mean that…( Besides,…) Therefore/In a word,… Instead, we should…
Sample:
My view on opportunity
Views on opportunity vary from person to person. Some people think that opportunity is nothing important. They are of this opinion because they think that if you have knowledge, skill or experience, opportunity will come to you naturally.
Others, however, take a positive attitude to it. From their point of view, opportunity is the most important factor on the way to success. Without opportunity, to their mind, hard work equals nothing. Besides, they always complain that they are not successful
because they are so unlucky as not to meet any opportunity.
My view on opportunity falls between the two extremes. In my opinion, I am more in favor of an objective attitude to opportunity. I hold this view because I think opportunity is necessary to one’s success, but it’s not decisive. It’s true that opportunity tends to help bring a person’s talent and abilities into full play, but it doesn’t mean that everyone can make full use of it when it is under their nose. Besides, “opportunity is fair to everyone:. Therefore, we should not rely solely on opportunity. Instead, we should work hard and get well prepared for its arrival.
Pattern 2: “利弊——(Dis) Advantages” 类模块
Nowadays, wherever you go you will hear people talk about…(Nowadays…has become a household word and it is playing a more and more important role in …) Whether you like it or not, it is here to stay(it has become part of our life). Generally, it is believed that there are several (dis)advantages with… First, … What’s more/To make matters worse, … In addition/And worst of all,…
But every coin has two sides, and… is no exception… also has some apparent positive/negative aspects. To begin with,… Besides, … And most important of all/last but not least,…
But all in all, I believe that… Therefore, we should try our
best/do something to…
Sample 2:
Positive and Negative Aspects of Sports
Nowadays, wherever you go you will hear people talk about sports, which are playing a more and more important role in our life. Generally, it is believed that there are several advantages with sports. First, sports can help build up our physical strength. What’s more, sports can also help us relax after a period of exhausting work. In addition, in collective sports like basketball, volleyball, or football, we will learn the importance of cooperation.
But every coin has two sides, and sports are no exception. There are also some apparent negative aspects with sports. To begin with, we may hurt other players if we are not careful enough in sports. Besides, excessive training can also do harm to our health, which is contrary to what we desire. And last but not least, sports take up time, and if we do not strike a balance between our sports and study, they may do us more harm than good.
But all in all, I believe that sports make us healthy both physically and psychologically. Therefore, we should try our best to take part in sports.
Pattern 3: “方法措施——How”类模块
Nowadays, wherever/wherever we…(whatever we do), we will
have to … It is really of concern/a real headache to every one of us. So we must take some steps to solve the problem ( do something in preparation).
Many steps can be taken to (be successful//prevent/solve this serious problem). First of all, … In addition,/Another way contributing to the success of /solving the problem of… is … Finally, i t is clear that…
Above all, (to be successful in…) we should find various ways (make joint/painstaking efforts/try our best) to … And it should be made clear that it is our own duty to/we should…
Sample:
How to succeed in a job interview
Nowadays, whenever we want to get employed, we will have to go through a job interview. It is really of concern/importance to every one of us. So we must take some steps to do something in preparation.
Many steps can be taken to be successful in a job interview. First of all, we should be neatly dressed, for the right clothes worn at the right time can gain the respect of as well as leave a favorable impression on the interview. In addition, we should be prepared to talk knowledgeably about the requirements of the position. Finally, it is clear that, to be really impressive, we must convey a sense of
self-confidence and show due enthusiasm about the job we are applying for.
Above all, we should make painstaking efforts to be punctual and truthful about our personal information. And we should be careful neither to show too much interest in salary and nor to criticize your former employer.
Pattern 4:“选择——A or B”类模块
As is known to all, when it comes to…, we will always fin d it difficult to make up our mind as to whether …or… There are many striking differences between the two alternatives, and we should keep the following points in mind while making the choice/decision.
In the case of…(A), it is clear that… Besides, … What’s more/worst of all, … ON the contrary, if we (do B), we tend to… In addition, And finally,…
No doubt, it depends on which (aspect) we/you value more/attach more importance to. So it goes without saying that since we/you…, we/you would better…
(或As far as I am concerned/Personally, I prefer…, because I’d rather… And this is based on my belief/consideration that…) Sample:
How to solve the Housing problem in Big City
-- Living in Satellite Cities or Underground
As is know to all, when it comes to the housing problem in cities, we will always find it difficult to make up our mind as to whether to solve it by building satellite cities or by living underground. There are many striking differences between the two alternatives, and we should keep the following points in mind while making the choice/decision.
In the case of building satellite cities, it is clear that the fresh air and beautiful scenery there appeal greatly to the people in overcrowded cities. Besides, with many people leaving the city,more space will be available for those who stay behind. What’s more, it will not only relieve big cities of the burden on land and space, but also provide a much better environment for people to live in. on the contrary, if we live underground, we tend to feel warm in winter and cool in summer. In addition, by living underground, we are still living close to where we work or study. And finally, living underground can keep up away from the traffic noise and polluted air.
No doubt, it depends on which kind of life style we value more. As far as I am concerned, I prefer to build satellite cities, because I’s rather live quietly in fresh air. And this is based on my consideration that health is more important than convenience. Pattern 5: “原因起因——Why”类模块
Nowadays, there is a widespread concern over (interest in) … in China(on campus). We are surprised to learn that…( 或It’s known to all that… And people would turn pale/get excited at the very mention/thought/sight of…)
The re are many reasons/causes for…, but in general, they come down to three major ones. For one thing, I think,… For another,… But the prime/most decisive reason/cause is perhaps that…
As a result,… No doubt/Naturally,… Therefore, we/I would take more effective measures (try our/my best /make more efforts) to (bring it well under control/achieve success in it/maximize its benefits and minimize its bad effects).
Sample:
Why I Take the College English Test Band 4
Nowadays, there is a widespread interest in taking college English Test on campus. We are surprised to learn that universities and colleges throughout China have attached so much importance to English study that passing CET-4 is now a must in most of the Chinese colleges.
There are many reasons why I decide to take CET-r, but in general, they come down to three major ones. For one thing, I think, most well-paid jobs reauire personnel with good knowledge of English, often with a CET-4 certificate. For another, english is
becoming more and more important in our country because of the open-door policy. But the prime reason is perhaps that CET-4 as a more difficult test than Precto3 is a challenge and it is this challenge that appeals to me.
As a result, I am doing my CET-4 now. No doubt, besides providing grade, it also lets me know what I need to spend more time on, and helps make my English permanent. Therefore, I would make more efforts to achieve success in it.
“图表模块”
Pattern1: 揭示根源及潜在问题的图
As indicated by the figures (data) given in the picture (graph), it is obvious that X fell/rose significantly (greatly/sharply/steadily//climbed) from ( 数字）in（时间）to ( 数字）in （时间). It can also be seen that there was a sharp (great) rise (decline) in (方面）from ( 数字）to ( 数字）//by n times /n percent during the same period.
There are several causes contributing to the development [change/rise /fall] shown in the graph. Among other things,… . Besides,….And finally,…
But there are also some problems/advantages underlying/behind this development/change, and … is one of them. Therefore, whether this trend is a blessing or a curse in the long run, only tell can tell.
Sample:
Health Gained in Developing Countries
As indicated by the data given in the graph, it is obvious that life expectancy in developing countries has climbed from about 40 years in the 1960’s to around 60 in the 1990’s, increasing by 20 years within 3 decades. It can also be seen, as a sharp contrast, that the infant mortality has dropped steeply by 15%, from 250 deaths per 1000 births to about 100 deaths per 1000 during the same period. There are several causes contributing to the development shown in the graph. Among other things, the rapid advance in medical science has made it possible to cure a lot of originally incurable diseases and save the life of millions of newborns who might well have been choked or killed before their birth. Besides, the
Life expectancy
Infant mortality
general improvement of ordinary people’s living standard arous ed their interest in healthy foods and healthy activities. They are feeding on a balanced diet and doing a lot of physical exercises. And finally, the rapid development of science and technology at large have wiped out famine and minimized the damages caused by floods, earthquakes and other natural disasters where mothers and children suffer most.
But there are also some problems underlying this change, and population explosion is one of them. Therefore, whether this trend is a blessing or a curse in the long run, only tell can tell. Sample:
Health Gained in Developing Countries
As indicated by the data given in the graph, it is obvious that life expectancy in developing countries has climbed from about 40 years in the 1960’s to around 60 in the 1990’s, increasing by 20 years within 3 decades. It can also be seen, as a sharp contrast, that the infant mortality has dropped steeply by 15%, from 250 deaths per 1000 births to about 100 deaths per 1000 during the same period.
There are several causes contributing to the development shown in the graph. Among other things, the rapid advance in medical science has made it possible to cure a lot of originally incurable diseases and save the life of millions of newborns who
might well have been choked or killed before their birth. Besides, the general improvement of ordinary people’s living standard aroused their interest in healthy foods and healthy activities. They are feeding on a balanced diet and doing a lot of physical exercises. And finally, the rapid development of science and technology at large have wiped out famine and minimized the damages caused by floods, earthquakes and other natural disasters where mothers and children suffer most.
But there are also some problems underlying this change, and population explosion is one of them. Therefore, whether this trend is a blessing or a curse in the long run, only tell can tell. Sample:
Film is Giving Way to Tv
The two curves give us a general illustration of change in audiences between TV and the film. It is obvious that there was a sharp rise in TV-watchers from about 6 thousand to above 90 thousand, while a great fall in film-goers during the same period. From these figures we notice that TV is taking over the public from the movie industry.
There are plenty of factors contributing to this development, of which the first and most important is that TV can provide various cheap, convenient and round-the-clock entertainments as well as
services. Besides,it offers us news, sports, matches, comics, TV plays, to name only a few. And finally, it also carries a great variety of educational programs, which makes it possible for TV watchers to teach themselves at home.
However, in the case of the film, it won’t be completely squeezed out. But rather, it will continue to exist as a major source of entertainment for the public for quite a long time to come. One possible reason for this tendency is that, the films are always more touching, thrilling and closely-knitted as compared with TV plays. In addition, the endless ads and the poor quality of TV programs are encouraging a lot of impatient watchers to go all the way to the cinema for a kind of time-saving enjoyment. And again, sitting with a large audience is always a desirable experience. In short, it can be concluded from the two changes that TV and films as 2 major kinds of entertainment will coexist, instead of one killing the other.