英语应用文原题目:
你校英文报将增设主题为“讲好中国故事”的栏目。你是栏目负责人李华,请给外教Kate写邮件咨询她对栏目的建议。内容包括:
1. 介绍设想;
2. 咨询建议。
注意:
1.写作词数应为80左右;
2.请按如下格式在答题卡相应位置作答。
Dear Kate,
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Yours Sincerely,
Li Hua
分析:
比较常规的题目套了新的说法而已。话题还是文化类,要点1:介绍设想 → 栏目介绍(目的啊内容啊皆可,这不是很常见么);要点2:咨询建议(既然你问外教建议,所以一定是跟跨文化有关,所以可以咨询什么话题的故事外国学生会跟兴趣或者如何寻找好的资源网站,或者语言翻译上的一些求助。总体来说比较简单,但是站在学生的角度,限时的情况下,客观题的摧残下,还是有点小难度,所以朋友们淡定。)
第一段:(自我介绍)+ 背景 + 写信目的
# 自我介绍(题干信息利用)I'm Li Hua, in charge of the newly established column "Telling Chinese Stories" in our school's English newspaper.
# 写信目的 I'm reaching out to you for some advice and insights to make this column exceptional.
第二段: 介绍设想 + 咨询建议
# 介绍设想 ≈ 栏目介绍(内容/目的等等) -- 用上SSS的介绍套句介
【栏目内容】The new column is dedicated to exploring a wide array of aspects of + 细节
细节1:Chinese culture, history, and current events.
细节2:Chinese traditional festivals, historical figures, literature and arts, technological innovations
【目的】我们设想这个栏目不仅是向读者介绍中国的桥梁,还能够促进对中国传统文化和当代生活的更深入理解和欣赏。
We envision it as a bridge that not only educates our readers about China but also fosters a deeper understanding and appreciation for the country's heritage and contemporary life.
# 咨询建议:句式 + 内容(注意暗连接不一样主干主语也要不一样!)
【V1】As an expert in cross-cultural communication, could you offer us some suggestions ....
【V2】To make it engaging and educational, we are seeking your suggestions ....
【具体建议内容2选1或者都选】
△1...如何选择和呈现能够引起我们广泛读者共鸣的故事。
.... on how to select and present stories that will resonate with our diverse readership
△2...中国文化的哪些方面可能特别吸引国际读者。
.... on what aspects of Chinese culture might be particularly interesting to an international audience.
第三段:套话
Your insights are invaluable to us, and I eagerly await your feedback.
Your insights would be a great help as we work to make this column a success.
语料积累:
自我介绍+说明目的
I’m Li Hua, the new head of/responsible for a special column in our English newspaper titled “Telling China’s Stories.”
I’m writing to you for your beneficial advice on our project.
I’m reaching out to discuss and seek your valuable advice.
栏目介绍
The column will focus on delivering narratives that span from ancient Chinese history to contemporary achievements, aiming to explore and communicate the vast array of cultural stories China has to offer.(这里的has to offer灵感来自译林版教材加拿大一课中)
或者
The column will explore various aspects of Chinese culture, history, and modern life, the purpose of which is to provide a deeper look into the diverse narratives that shape China (如果觉得短,可以再加一个并列句and bring the narratives of China closer to our international audience.)
咨询建议:
Given your experience in teaching and your deep understanding of both Eastern and Western cultures, I would greatly appreciate your advice on how we can make these stories resonate with our international readers.
或者你也可以继续追问,What topics or storytelling approaches do you think would be most effective in capturing their interest and why
结尾:
Your feedback would be greatly appreciated.
Looking forward to your expert advice.
参考范文1
Dear Kate,
I am Li Hua, the person in charge of the school English newspaper’s new column “Sharing Chinese Stories”. I am writing to seek your advice on this column.
The column will share China's history, culture, science and technology, education and other topics in the form of short stories, to make China voice better heard. How do you think we can better tell Chinese stories to our exchange students Plus we find ourselves in a dilemma on how to attract more readers.We are also wondering if there is any better way to improve the quality and impact of our program.
We would appreciate it if you could give us some advice of value. Your favorable reply will be highly expected. (119 words)
Yours sincerely,
Li Hua
本文的亮点:
(1)in charge of负责;
(2)plus此外;
(3)we find ourselves in a dilemma on我们发现自己陷入...的困境;
(4)We are also wondering if ...我们也想知道;
(5)We would appreciate it if ...如果...我们将不胜感激;
(6)Your favorable reply will be highly expected非常期待您的回复。
参考范文2
Dear Kate,
I'm Li Hua. Thrilled to lead a new column named “Telling China's Stories” for our school's English newspaper. I'm writing to ask for your constructive advice on it.
Aimed to bridge the cultural gaps and spread Chinese culture, the column contains informative and engaging bilingual stories. Not only do they cover traditional Chinese folklore, but contemporary developments in China. Besides, articles by both Chinese and international student contributors are welcome, which will better illustrate the charm of Chinese culture from different perspectives. Given your expertise in cultural exchange,would you please give us some advice on the content, format, or other relevant aspects
Thank you for your time. We're eager for the possibility of collaborating with you on this exciting project.(122)
Yours Sincerely
Li Hua