剑桥雅思4口语test1
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剑桥雅思4Test4雅思口语part1范文:visit话题Part 11. What place do you most like to visit?题目分析喜欢去的地方可以是名胜古迹、著名景区,也可以是普通的公园、小巷,考生可根据自己的喜好进行回答。
核心词汇parks, scenic spots, beauty spots, a point of scenic interest, resorts, noted sights, historic places, place famous for its scenery/ historic relics参考回答 1 I always love visiting university campuses. I don’ t know why. Maybe I just miss being a student.参考回答 2 I like to visit small parks where there are not too many people. I have noisy amusement parks full of people. I like to be able to sit quietly and read or just sit and day dream. I find it very refreshing.2. How often do you visit this place?题目分析如果是公园小巷等地方,可能经常去逛,如果是离家较远的景点,就不可能天天去了。
这里考生可以根据上一题的答案进行作答。
核心词汇 as often as I can, once a year, summer holiday参考回答 1 well, I can’ t say I visit university campuses regularly. But whenever I have time or come to another city, I would like to visit the local university.参考回答 2 I visit as often as I can which is not that often these days. If I’m not working, I’ m often running errands for my grandparents. But, when I can, I will go.3. Why do you like it so much?题目分析可以是因为景色优美、历史故事,或因为在某处能享受到某些乐趣。
剑桥雅思4-T1 口语答题分析雅思口语评分标准1.Fluency and coherence流利度和连贯度2.Lexical resources词汇的使用3.Grammatical range and accuracy语法及其准确度4.Pronunciation发音从雅思口语的评分标准中,我们不难看出雅思口语要想拿高分真不是一朝一夕能练就的本领。
所以,我们还是从一点一滴的积累中来充分的准备雅思口语考试。
如果你的时间不是很多,你可以按着市面上老师推荐的各种技巧来进行考前冲刺。
但是,如果你时间还是充裕的,还是建议你充分的练就基本功,扎实的基础,认认真真地备考。
那么,我们今天看的是对雅思剑4-T1的口语的分析,希望在一定程度上可以帮到大家。
Part 1,这个部分一般都是用来热身的。
一来,是给学生有一个缓冲的时间,可以缓解下自己的紧张情绪;二来,也是简单了解下考生。
所以,这部分不用太担心,能听懂老师的问题,简单作答即可。
在这个test里面第一部分的主题是friends。
所以,我们在这里作答的时候呢,要考虑我们答案的主体一定是围绕friends的话题来说的。
我们以问题做解释。
Q1 Are your friends mostly your age or different ages? [Why]这个问题需要关注的核心词是:age和reason。
解题思路:1 答案本身的选择是没有对错之分的,所以选择二者其中的哪一个都可以。
2 选择一个立场,给出自己的原因。
相同年龄:没有代沟,兴趣爱好相同,可以一起作伴做很多事情等等;不同年龄:可以学到更多的知识,见识更多更广等等。
3 总结回应主题。
参考答案:Same age 示例Yes, most of my friends are my age. That because we have interests in common, and we have no generation gaps at all. We can do things together like go to museum, goshopping, and visit some scenic spot. We can freely talk about things we both interested in, whilst people who are different ages tend to have different hobbies and interests. Therefore, I would like to make friends who are at my age.Different age 示例No, my friends almost are different ages with me. The reason is I enjoy diversities. People who are at different age have various life experience and different life experience bring ones diverse point of views. I prefer talk with different age friends about value of life, which bring me a lot of fun. That the reason why my friends are almost different ages.Part 2 部分,这个比部分因为留有预备的时间,所以难度较Part 3 还是容易些的。
2023年1-4月口语part1 题库全新题1. KeysDo you always bring a lot of keys with you?Have you ever lost your keys?Do you often forget the keys and lock yourself out?D o you think it’s a good idea to leave your keys with a neighbor?2. Small BusinessesDo you know many small businesses where you live?Do you prefer buying things from big companies or small businesses? Have you ever worked in small businesses?Have you ever thought about starting your own business?3. Happy ThingsIs there anything that has made you feel happy lately?What made you happy when you were little?What do you think will make you feel happy in the future?Do you feel happy when buying new things?4. T-shirtDo you like wearing T-shirts?How often do you wear T-shirts?Do you like T-shirts with pictures or prints?Do you think older people who wear T-shirts are fashionable? Outer SpaceHave you ever learn about outer space and stars?Do you want to know more about outer space?Do you like science fiction movies?Do you want to go into outer space in the future?5. ArtDo you like art?Do you like visiting art galleries?Do you want to be an artist?Do you like modern art or traditional art?6. WeekendsDo you like weekends?What do you usually do on weekends?What did you do last weekend?Do you make plans for your weekends?7. JewelryDo you often wear jewelry?What type of jewelry do you like?Do you usually buy jewelry?Why do you think some people wear a piece of jewelry for a long time?8. ChocolateDo you like eating chocolate?Did you often eat chocolate when you were a kid?Why do you think chocolate is popular around the world?Do you think it is good to use chocolate as gifts to others?9. MusicWhat music do you like?What music do you dislike?Do you friends enjoy the same types of music as you do?Which singer or musician would you like to see in person?10. Staying upDo you often stay up late?Did you stay up late when you were a kid?What do you do when you stay up late?What does it feel like the next morning if you stay up late?11. LibraryDo you often go to the library?What do you usually do in the library?Did you go to the library when you were a kid?Do Chinese kids often go to the library?12. SchoolsWhere do you go to school?Do you go to a good school?Do you like your teachers?Do you like your current learning atmosphere?13. SportsWhat sports do you like?Where did you learn how to do it?Did you do some sports when you were young?Do you think students need more exercise?旧题14. MorningDo you like getting up early in the morning?What do you usually do in the morning?What did you do in the morning when you were little?Are there any differences between what you do in the morning now and what you did in the past?15. TechnologyWhat technology do you often use, computers or cellphones?What electronic devices have you bought lately?Is there any technology you want to buy?Is technology important in your life?16. Public TransportationWhat kind of public transportation do you usually take?When do you usually take public transportation, in your everyday life or when you are traveling?Do most people prefer public transportation in your country?Did you take public transportation when you were a kid?17. WeatherW hat’s the weather like where you live?Do you prefer cold or hot weather?Do you prefer dry or wet weather?Are you in the habit of checking the weather forecast?18. NamesDoes your name have any special meanings?How would you choose names for your next generation?Does anyone in your family have the same name as you?Are there any differences between how Chinese name their children now and in the past?19. SnacksWhat snacks do you like to eat?Did you often eat snacks when you were young?Do you think it is healthy for you to eat snacks?When do you usually eat snacks now?20. GeographyDo you like geography?Have you ever studied geography at school?Are you good at reading a map?Would you visit a country because of its geographical location?21. Social MediaDo you or your friends like using social media?Do you think you or your friends use too much social media? Do you want to work in social media?What’s the most popular social media in China?22. PuzzlesDid you do puzzles in your childhood?When do you do puzzles, during a trip or when you feel bored? Do you like doing word puzzles or number puzzles?Do you think it is good for old people to do puzzles?23. CookingDo you do some cooking at home now?Did you do some house cleaning when you were young?Do you have breakfast at home every day?Do you want to learn how to cook well?24. BirthdayWhat do you usually do on your birthday?What did you do on your birthday when you were young?Do you think it is important for you to celebrate your birthday?Whose birthday do you think is the most important to celebrate in China?25. WritingDo you write a lot?What do you like to write?Do you think the things you write would change?Do you prefer typing or handwriting when you are writing?26. SingingDo you like singing?Have you ever learnt how to sing?Who do you want to sing for?Do you think singing can bring happiness to people?27. HometownWhere is your hometown?Is that a big city or a small place?Is there anything you dislike about your hometown?Do you think you will continue living there for a long time?28. AccommodationDo you live in a house or a flat?How long have you lived there?What do you usually do in your house/ flat?What can you see from the window of your flat?29. Your AreaDo you like the area where you live?Where do you like to go in your area?Do you know any famous people in your area?Has your area changed recently?30. Study or Work(Study)Are you a student or do you work?What is your major?Are you looking forward to working?Do you prefer to study in the mornings or in the afternoons? (Work)Are you a student or do you work?Do you like your job?Why did you choose to do that type of work? Do you miss being a student?。
2024年1-4月雅思口语题库第一部分:个人信息1.你叫什么名字?2.你来自哪里?3.你目前在做什么?4.你对未来的计划是什么?5.你最喜欢的食物是什么?6.你最喜欢的音乐是什么?7.你最喜欢的电影是什么?8.你最喜欢的书是什么?9.你最喜欢的运动是什么?10.你最喜欢的动物是什么?第二部分:描述经历1.描述一下你最喜欢的旅行经历。
2.描述一下你最难忘的生日经历。
3.描述一下你最成功的经历。
4.描述一下你最失败的经历。
5.描述一下你最有趣的经历。
6.描述一下你最恐怖的经历。
7.描述一下你最开心的经历。
8.描述一下你最悲伤的经历。
9.描述一下你最愤怒的经历。
10.描述一下你最爱的人。
第三部分:观点讨论1.你认为教育对一个人的成功有多重要?2.你认为金钱对一个人的幸福有多重要?3.你认为健康对一个人的生活有多重要?4.你认为家庭对一个人的成长有多重要?5.你认为朋友对一个人的生活有多重要?6.你认为社会对一个人的发展有多重要?7.你认为环境对一个人的健康有多重要?8.你认为科技对一个人的生活有多重要?9.你认为文化对一个人的行为有多重要?10.你认为宗教对一个人的信仰有多重要?第四部分:解决问题1.你如何解决一个与朋友之间的冲突?2.你如何解决一个与家人之间的冲突?3.你如何解决一个与同事之间的冲突?4.你如何解决一个与陌生人之间的冲突?5.你如何解决一个与上司之间的冲突?6.你如何解决一个与下属之间的冲突?7.你如何解决一个与顾客之间的冲突?8.你如何解决一个与供应商之间的冲突?9.你如何解决一个与竞争对手之间的冲突?10.你如何解决一个与政府之间的冲突?第五部分:综合1.你如何看待中国的经济发展?2.你如何看待中国的社会发展?3.你如何看待中国的文化发展?4.你如何看待中国的科技发展?5.你如何看待中国的教育发展?6.你如何看待中国的医疗发展?7.你如何看待中国的环境发展?8.你如何看待中国的军事发展?9.你如何看待中国的对外关系?10.你如何看待中国的未来发展?上述题库仅供参考,实际考试中可能出现不同的题目。
Test 1LISTENING:NU M BER OF QU E STIONS:42TIME ALLOWED: 40 minutes (听力30分钟,抄答案10分钟)READING:NUMBER OF QUESTIONS: 40WRITING:TIME ALLOWED: 60 minutesTEST 1LISTENINGSECTION 1Questions 1-10Questions 1-4Complete the notes below.Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER for each answer.Questions 5-10Complete the table below.Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER for each answer.SECTION 2 Questions 11—20Questions 11-13Complete the sentence below.Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER for each answer.RIVERSIDE INDUSTRIAL VILLAGE11Riverside Village was a good place to start an industry because it had wate, raw materials and fuels such as …………………a nd……………………. .12The metal industry was established at Riverside Village by ……………… who lived in the area.13There were over ……………water-powered mills in the area in the eighteenth century.Questions 14-20Label the plan below.Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS for each answer.14………RoadSECTION 3 Questions 21-30Questions 21 and 22Choose the correct letter, A,B or C.21Melanie says she has not started the assignment becauseA she was doing work for another course.B it was s really big assignment.C she hasn’t spent time in the library.22 The lecture says that reasonable excuses for extensions areA planning problems.B problems with assignment.C personal illness or accident.What recommendation does Dr Johnson make about the journal articles ?Choose your answers for the box and write the letters A – G next to questions 23-27.Jackson: 23 ……………………..Roberts: 24 ……………………..Morris: 25 ……………………..Cooper: 26 ……………………..Forster: 27 ……………………..Label the chart below.Choose your answer from the box below and write the letters A – H next to questions 28-30.Population studiesReasons for changing accommodation7060502010SECTION 4 Question 31—40Complete the notes belowWrite NO MORE THSN TWO WORDS for each answer.READINGREADING PASSAGE 1You should spend about 20 minutes on Questions 1-14 which are based on reading passage 1 below.Adults and children are frequently confronted with statements about the alarming rat of loss of tropical rainforests. For example, one graphic illustration to which children might readily relate is the estimate that rainforests are being destroyed at a rate equivalent to one thousand football fields every forty minutes – about the duration of a normal classroom period. In the face of the frequent and often vivid media coverage, it is likely that children will have formed ideas about rainforests – what and where they are, why they are important, what endangers them – independent of any formal tuition. It is also possible that some of these ideas will be mistaken.Many studies have shown that children harbour misconceptions about ‘pure’, curriculum science. These misconceptions do not remain isolated but become incorporated into a multifaceted, but organized, conceptual framework, making it and the component ideas, some of which are erroneous, more robust but also accessible to modification. These ideas may be developed by children absorbing ideas through the popular media. Sometimes this information may be erroneous. It seems schools may not be providing an opportunity for children to re-express their ideas and so have them tested and refined by teachers and their peers.Despite the extensive coverage in the popular media of the destruction of rainforests, little formal information is available about children’s ideas in this area, the aim of the present study is to start to provide such information, to help teachers design their educational strategies to build upon correct ideas and to displace misconceptions and to plan programmes in environmental studies in their schools. The study surveys children’s scientific knowledge and attitudes to rainforests. Secondary school children were asked to complete a questionnaire containing fiveopen-form questions. The most frequent responses to the first question were descriptions which are self-evident from the term ‘rainforest’. Some children described them as damp, wet or hot. The second question concerned the geographical location of rainforests. The commonest responses were continents or countries: Africa (given by 43% of children), south America (30%), Brazil (25%). Some children also gave more general locations, such as being near the Equator.Responses to question three concerned the importance of rainforests. The dominant idea, raised by 64% of the pupils, was that rainforests provide animals with habitats. Fewer students responded that rainforests provide plant habitats, and even fewer (60%) raised the idea of rainforest as animal habitats.Similarly, but at a lower level, more girls (13%) than boys (5%) said that rainforests provided human habitats. These observations are generally consistent with our previous studied of pupils’ views about the use and conservation of rainforests, in which girls were shown to be more sympathetic to animals and expressed views which seem to place an intrinsic value on non-human animal life.The fourth question concerned the causes of the destruction of rainforests. Perhaps encouragingly, more than half of the pupil (59%) identified that it is human activities which are destroying rainforests, some personalising the responsibility by the use of terms such as ‘we are’. About 18% of the pupils referred specifically to logging activiy.One misconception, expressed by some 1)% of the pupils, was that acid rain is responsible for rainforest destruction; a similar proportion said that pollution is destroying rainforests. Here, children are confusing rainforest destruction with damage to the forests of Western Europe by these factors. While two fifths of the students provided the information that the rainforests provide oxygen, in some cases this response also embraced the misconception that rainforest destruction would reduce atmospheric oxygen, making the atmosphere incompatible with human life on Earth.In answer to the final question about the importance of rainforest conservation, themajority of children simply said that we need rainforests to survive. Only a few of the pupils (6%) mentioned that rainforest destruction may contribute to global warming. This is surprising considering the high level of media coverage on this issue. Some children expressed the idea that the conservation of rainforests is not important.The results of this study suggest that certain ideas predominate in the thinking of children about rainforests. Pupils’responses indicate some misconceptions in basic scientific knowledge of rainforests’ ecosystems such as their ideas about rainforests as habitats for animals, plants and humans and the relationship between climatic change and destruction of rainforests.Pupils did not volunteer ideas that suggested that they appreciated the complexity of causes of rainforest destruction. In other words, they gave no indication of an appreciation of either the rage of ways in which rainforests are important or the complex social, economic and political factors which drive the activities which are destroying the rainforests. One encouragements is that the results of similar studies about other environmental issues suggest that older children seem to acquire the ability to appreciate, value and evaluate conflicting views. Environmental education offers an arena in which these sills can be developed, which is essential fore these children as future decision –makers.Question 1-8Do the following statements agree with the information given in reading passage 1? In boxes 1-8 on your answer sheet writeTRUE if the statement agrees with the informationFALSE if the statement contradicts the informationNOT GIVEN if there is no information on this。
剑桥4test1大作文小红书The information given by the line chart is about electricity demand in England in a typical winter and summer day.The pie chart compares how the electricity is use din an ordinary English household.According to the two-line chart,the demand for electricity in winter is constantly higher than that in summer.Precisely,the demand drops from 40,000 units at 3.00 to the bottom at 20,000 units at 8.00 before it soars to the highest point at 45,000 unit sat about 22.00.It is followed by a sharp increase to nearly 35,000 units at 24.00.In contrast,the time period between 0.00 and 9.00 witnesses a gentle decrease in the demand for electricity in summer,which is followed by a rise to the peak at 20,000units,25,000 units less than that in winter.As for the pie chart,the purpose of electricity use involves four parts.Heatingrooms and water occupies the largest percentage (52.5%).Thesecond largest component is ovens,kettles and washing machines which is 35%lower than the former one.It is followed by lighting,TV,radio and vacuum cleaners,food mixers,electric tools which represents 15%respectively.Overall,there is an apparent difference in the demand for electricity in winter and summer.The electricity distribution for different purpose is also various.。
剑桥雅思4Test1听力Section 2答案+解析第一部分,请点击:剑桥雅思4Test1听力Listening Section 1答案+解析谈话场景:旅游场景。
人物关系:演讲者为导游,听众为游客。
谈话话题:介绍 Riverside 工业村的有关情况,其历史、特点以及工业产品。
交际与语言表达1. 这是一道介绍景点的场景题。
常常是导游或组织者介绍旅游线路或游览地点。
如:曾考过的新西兰“Christ Church”的南极科考站, “agricultural park, industrial village”等。
文中导游介绍了英国的某个工业村庄,谈到了工业化的历史,虽然涉及到一些机械制造中的专业词汇,但是不考查这些专业词汇的拼写。
2. “Now, from where we’ re standing you’ ve got a good view of the river over there.”从我们站的地方看去,那边河流的美景尽收眼底。
“view”表示“景色,美景”。
例如: a fine view of the castle 城堡的美景。
3. “These were built for the workers towards the end of the 18th century and they’re still furnished from that period so you can get a good idea of ordinary people’s living conditions.”这些村舍是在 18 世纪末为工人们建造的,还依然保持着那个年代的装修风格,因此你可以很好地了解当时普通人的生活情况。
“get an idea of”表示“对……所了解”。
4. “If you’ d like to come along, this way please, ladies and gentlemen.”女士们、先生们,如果你们想跟着一起,那我们走这边吧。
剑4雅思Test1-s4听力原文IELTS C4-T est1- Section 4Good day, ladies and gentlemen. I have been asked today to talk to you about the urban landscape. There are two major areas that I will focus on in my talk: how vegetation canhave a significant effect on urban climate, and how we can better plan our cities using trees to provide a more comfortable environment for us to live in.Trees can have a significant impact on our cities. They can make a city, as a whole, a bitless windyor a bit more windy, if that's what you want. They can make it a bit cooler if it's a hot summer day in an Australian city, or they can make it a bit more humid if it's a dry inland city. On the local scale - that is, in particular areas within the city - trees can make the local area more shady, cooler, more humid and much less windy. In fact trees and planting of various kinds can be used to make city streets actually less dangerous in particular areas. How do trees do all that, you ask?Well, the main difference between a tree and a building is a tree has got an internal mechanism to keep the temperature regulated. It evaporates water through its leaves and that means that the temperature of the leaves is never very far from our own body temperature. The temperature of a building surface on a hot sunny day can easily be twenty degrees more than our temperature. Trees, on the other hand, remain cooler than buildings because they sweat. This means that they can humidify the air and cool it - a property which can be exploited to improve the local climate. Trees can also help break the force of winds. The reason that high buildings make it windier at ground level isthat, as the wind goes higher and higher, it goes faster and faster. When the wind hits the building, it has to go somewhere. Some of it goes over the top and some goes around the sides of the building, forcing those high level winds down to ground level.That doesn't happen when you have trees. Trees filter the wind and considerably reduce it, preventing those very large strong gusts that you so often find around tall buildings.Another problem in built-up areas is that traffic noise is intensified by tall buildings. By planting a belt of trees at the side of the road, you can make things a little quieter, but much of the vehicle noise still goes through the trees. Trees can also help reduce the amount of noise in the surroundings, although the effect is not as large as people like to think. Low-frequency noise, in particular, just goes through the trees as though they aren't there.Although trees can significantly improve the local climate, they do however take up a lot of space. There are root systems to consider and branches blocking windows and so on. It may therefore be difficult to fit trees into the local landscape. There is not a great deal you can do if you have what we call a street canyon - a whole set of high-rises enclosed in a narrow street. Trees need water to grow. They also need some sunlight to grow and you need room to put them. If you have the chance of knocking buildings down and replacing them, then suddenly you can start looking at different ways to design the streets and to introduce .. .(fade out)。
剑桥四Test1-Passage1的阅读词汇Adult n.成年人Frequent adj.频繁的Confront v.面对Statement n.陈述Alarming rate 惊人的速度Loss n.丢失/损失Tropical adj.热带的Rainforest n.雨林Graphic adj.图标的Illustration n.描述Relate v.与…相联系Estimate v.评估Destroy v/n.破坏Equivalent to adj.与…相等,等同于Football field 足球场Duration n.持续Normal adj.正常的Period n.一段时间Vivid adj.形象的,生动的Media n.媒体Coverage n.报道Form v.形成Endanger v.危害Independent adj.独立的Formal adj.正式的Tuition n.学费Mistake v.误认为Harbor n.港口v.心怀,怀有Misconception n.误解Pure adj.纯洁的Curriculum n.课程Science n.科学Remain v.保持Isolate v.孤立Incorporate into/integrate into v.融入,结合Multifaceted adj.多方面的,多才多艺的Organized adj.有组织的Conceptual adj.概念上的Framework n.框架Component adj.构成的,组成的n.组成部分Erroneous adj.有错误的Robust adj.富有活力的,强壮的Accessible to adj.可接触到的Modification n.修改Absorb v.吸收Absorption n.Re-express v.重新阐述Test v.测试n.Refine v.精炼,提炼;使变得完善Despite prep.不管, 尽管Extensive adj.广泛的Intensive adj.加强的,密集的Destruction n.破坏Formal adj.正式的informal adj.非正式的Available adj.可提供的Aim/target/goal n.目标Present adj.现在的n.礼物Design v.设计Strategy n.策略,方法Build upon v.建立Correct/accurate adj.正确的,准确的Displace vt.替换, 取代Plan v.计划n.Survey n.研究Scientific adj.科学的Knowledge n.知识attitude n.态度Secondary school n.中学Complete v.完成completion n. Compete v.竞争competition n. Questionnaire n.问卷调查Contain n.包含Open-form question 开放式问题Response n.回答,回复respond v. Describe v.描述description n.Self-evident adj.显而易见的,明显的T erm n.专业术语Damp/humid adj.潮湿的humidity n. Concerning prep. (表示论及)关于, 有关, Concern v.有关于, 关系到;使担忧, 使烦恼Geographical location n.地理位置Common adj.普遍的Continent adj.大陆Africa n.非洲African adj./n.Brazil 巴西South America 南美General adj. 普遍的,一般的Equator n.赤道Dominant adj. 主要的Raise v.抚养,饲养;提出(propose)Pupil n.小学生Provide/offer v.提供Habitat n.栖息地Plant n.植物Mention v./n.提到Indigenous/native adj.本地的,当地的Population n.人口Similarly adv.相似地,类似地similar adj. At a lower level在低的水平Observation n.观察observe v。
ielts4t1大作文英文回答:In my opinion, learning a second language is extremely beneficial for several reasons. Firstly, it allows us to communicate with people from different cultures and backgrounds. For example, I have always been fascinated by Chinese culture and history, and being able to speak Mandarin has allowed me to connect with Chinese people on a deeper level. I can have conversations with them, understand their perspectives, and learn from their experiences.Secondly, learning a second language enhances our cognitive abilities. It has been scientifically proven that bilingual individuals have better problem-solving skills and multitasking abilities. For instance, when I was studying abroad in France, I had to constantly switch between English and French, which improved my ability to think quickly and adapt to different situations.Furthermore, learning a second language opens up more career opportunities. In today's globalized world, companies are looking for employees who can communicate effectively with international clients and partners. For instance, my friend who is fluent in Spanish was able to secure a job in a multinational company that has a strong presence in Latin America. His language skills gave him a competitive edge over other candidates.Additionally, learning a second language can also improve our first language skills. When we learn a new language, we become more aware of the grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation of our native language. It helps us to express ourselves more accurately and effectively. For example, after learning French, I noticed that my English writing became more precise and my vocabulary expanded.中文回答:在我看来,学习第二语言有着极大的好处。
Part1FriendsQ: Are your friends mostly your age or different ages? Why?同年龄:my friends—my classmates—in school—no chance to know other people—we can only make friends with the people we know—common interests—common background of growing up—stay together everyday—do everything together—become part of our growing memory—develop trust—no generation gap—easily fast friends.不同年龄:older friends—more experience—make me more mature—learn from them—I can outgrow people of my own age younger friends—enjoy your power—tell them what to do—the decision making right is always in your hand—responsibility—growth—leadership—younger people want to learn from you—pressure-become betterQ: Do you usually see your friends during the week or at weekends? Why?We see each other almost everyday since we’re classmates, duh?We go to class together, we recess together, we go for independent study together.Over the weekend, we often do sports or go to the coffee shop or just hang out by the lake.Q: The last time you saw your friends, what did you do together?Play basketball—my friends—I met on the basketball court—so naturally—the most common thing we do is playing basketball—it’s boring?—not really—We enjoy it very much—it’s like our common language.Q: In what ways are your friends important to you?I can learn a lot from my friends, such as how to deal with difficulties, how to work with others, how to express myself clearly.True friends should listen to each other, give each other understandings and supports and respect the choices each makes.By making friends, I can communicate with different people at different time.Friends are one of the most important assets in life, they keep you from being lonely, having friends around is a blessing.Part2Describe an interesting historic placeYou should say:What it isWhere it is locatedWhat you can see there nowAnd explain why this place is interesting长城: Greatwall世界七大奇迹之一: one of the seven wonders of the world辉煌: Chinese glory in the past北方国家的防御攻势: military structure for the north kingdom北京,山海关: Beijing, Shanhaiguan, many places你可以看到城墙, 烽火台, 成千上万的国内外游客ancient wall—imagine history—millions of tourists home and abroad—mountains中国有句老话: 不到长城非好汉There’s an old Chinese saying, you’re not truly a man without visiting the great wall看一些壮观的东西, 震撼自己的心灵To witness something majestic, shake the very core of your soul.沈阳: 一宫两陵one palace, two mausoleums/ tombs沈阳清代故宫和福陵,昭陵Shenyang Imperial PalaceFirst royal palace of the last feudal dynasty—Qing DynastyQing Fuling Tomb & Qing Zhaoling Tomb被联合国教科文组织评为世界文化遗产named world heritage—by UNESCOUnited Nations Educational Scientific and Cultural Organization北京故宫的一个缩小版a miniature of Beijing Forbidden CityPart3Looking after historic placesQ: How do people in your country feel about protecting historic buildings?过去: 冷漠现在: 政府教育和宣传, 人们自我意识加强, 民族自尊心增强,爱国主义高涨意识现在越来越好, 政府投钱修复古建筑,获得更好保护Past: indifferent—ignorant to the values of such buildings—scribble on themNow:Government: Education / publicity / put much money into restoration project People: awareness—improve more alive to our national tradition and identity patriotic / patriotism所以: historic buildings are much better protected.Q: Do you think an area can benefit from having an interesting historic place locally? In what way?旅游业: make local area famous—attract tourists—tourism development—more people are coming—bring investment—increase employment—improve life quality—attracts world attention—more opportunitiesQ: What do you think will happen to historic places or buildings in the future?Why?Better preserved—because people are aware of the importance of such buildingsMore accessible—road construction, opening air flights, bring more people thereMore affordable—tickets cheaper/ more common people can goGlobally shared—what’s national becomes internationalThe teaching of history at schoolQ: How were you taught history when you were at school?Lecture class—teacher lectures—students listen and take notes—no interaction—lots of writing—memorize—standard test—who remembers the most—history should be very exciting, but it’s so boring to learnQ: Are there other ways people can learn about history, apart from school? How?TravelTV programs: Discovery Channels/ National Geographic ChannelsMovies: Schindler’s List / Gandhi / the last emperor / Alexander/ King Arthur MuseumQ: Do you think history will still be a school subject in the future? Why?Younger generation—become indifferent to cultural past, historic glory—many traditions and customs will be lost.We need to answer three questions in order to become a better self1. How did we get here?2. Who are we?3. Where are we going?A nation will never have a future without knowing her past.。