八、咨询信
咨询信是写信人对某方面的信息感兴趣,希望了解详细信息的信件。具体写作结构如下:
1.开头句
(1)I am writing to ask you some relevant questions.我写信向你询问一些相关的问题。
(2)I’d like to know whether you can tell me something about...我想知道你是否能告诉我有关……的情况。
(3)I am writing to see if it is possible for you to provide me with information regarding/concerning...我写信是想知道你能否给我提供有关……的信息。
(4)I am wondering if you could/would let me know something about...我想知道你能否告知我有关……的情况。
(5)I’m writing to inquire/ask for some information/details about...我写信是为了咨询有关……的信息/细节。
2.中间句
(1)To begin with,I wonder what...Besides,I’m at a loss what...Last but not least,how should I...
首先,我想知道……此外,我对……感到茫然,最后但同样重要的是,我应该如何……?
(2)I’d like to know something about...I would also like to inquire...我想知道关于……的一些事情。我还想咨询……
(3)Another point I am uncertain/unclear about is...我还不确定的另外一点是……
(4)Could you be so kind to tell me the time arrangement for...?你能告诉我……的时间安排吗?
(5)I’d be grateful if you could let me know if there are any special requirements for...如果你能告诉我……有何特殊要求,我将不胜感激。
3.结尾句
(1)I am looking forward to your immediate/prompt response.期待你的及时答复。
(2)I would be very grateful if you can send me a reply as soon as possible.如果你能尽快给我回复,我将非常感激。
(3)Could you be kind enough to send me some relevant booklets on the above-mentioned aspects
请你给我发送一些跟上述诸方面有关的小册子好吗?
(4)Thank you for your kindness,and your prompt reply to this letter will be highly appreciated.感谢你的善意,对于你对这封信的及时回复我们将非常感激。
假设你是李华,你的英国朋友Tim邀请你参加他们学校组织的暑假夏令营。你想参加,现在就此事向他咨询该活动的相关事宜。请你根据以下提示给他写一封信。
1.感谢他的邀请;
2.询问夏令营的相关事宜(具体日程安排、需要携带的物品等);
3.希望尽快得到回信。
注意:1.写作词数应为80个左右;
2.可以适当增加细节,以使行文连贯。
满分佳作 名师点评
Dear Tim, Thank you so much for inviting me to take part in the summer camp organized by your school in the approaching summer holiday.Quite interested,I am writing to enquire about further details. Above all,I wonder if it is convenient for you to inform me of the specific schedule.Could you tell me when it will begin and how long it will last Besides,as this is my first experience to participate in such an activity,would you be kind enough to offer any suggestions on what items I specially need to take with me What’s more,what attention should be paid to in the activity? I am really excited and looking forward to it.I would appreciate it if you could give me a reply at your earliest convenience. Yours, Li Hua 1.文章开头表达感谢邀请并表明写信目的;中间就一些问题进行咨询;最后表达希望和感谢。使用了咨询信的套语:I am writing to enquire about further details.和I would appreciate it if you could give me a reply at your earliest convenience. 2.文章主体部分使用了特殊疑问句和宾语从句委婉地咨询了相关信息。使用了过渡性词语above all,besides,what’s more。 3.文章还使用了高级词汇和句式,如:it is convenient for you to...。
假定你是美国纽约的一名高中生Chris,你打算暑假来天津学习汉语,并写信向在天津的笔友李津咨询他们学校的相关课程。内容要点:
1.说明写信目的;
2.咨询课程的情况(班级大小、是否侧重听说、能否与中国学生交流等);
3.询问是否提供食宿。
注意:1.写作词数应为80个左右;
2.可以适当增加细节,以使行文连贯。二、申请信
申请信有很多种,比如求职申请、加入某组织或活动的申请、报考申请、留学申请等。写申请信的目的在于让对方了解自己的经验、能力、成就、愿望等,所以个人情况的介绍应该是申请信的核心内容,应尽可能向对方说明本人的长处,以便给对方留下好印象,获得面谈的机会。由于此类题目常有较多的文字提示,写作时除应注意格式上的要求外,也应注意审题全面,不能遗漏要点,而且要注意人称和时态的变化,避免出现逻辑混乱。具体写作结构如下:
1.开头句
(1)Having learned that your company needs...,I would like to apply for the post.得知贵公司需要……,我想申请这个职位。
(2)I’m looking for a job as...and would be grateful if you could consider me for such a post in your firm.我正在找一份……的工作,如果您能考虑让我在贵公司担任这个职位,我将不胜感激。
(3)I’m writing to you in the hope that I may obtain an opportunity to...我写信给您是希望我可以获得一个……的机会。
(4)I have read your advertisement on the Internet/in a newspaper.I feel quite qualified for the position you advertised.我在网上/报纸上读了你们的广告。我觉得我完全胜任你们在广告中所招聘的职位。
(5)I saw your advertisement on the Internet/in a newspaper and I show great interest in...我在网上/报纸上看到你们的广告,而且我对……极感兴趣。
(6)I’m extremely pleased to see your advertisement for...I’m writing to apply for...看到你们需要……的广告,我非常高兴。我写信申请……
2.中间句
(1)I have teamwork spirit and can get on well with other people.我有团队精神,而且善于和别人相处。
(2)Not only am I good at...but I am also experienced in...
我不仅擅长……而且在……方面有经验。
(3)I have been working in...since...,and have therefore gained rich knowledge and experience in this field.自从……,我一直从事……,因此在这个领域获得了丰富的知识和经验。
(4)I feel I am able/competent to meet the requirements you have listed.
我觉得我有能力满足您所列的要求。
(5)With good academic performance and practical working experience,I feel I’m the right person you’re looking for.我有优异的学习成绩和实际工作经验,我觉得我就是您要找的人。
3.结尾句
(1)I am sure I will do it well if I’m given the chance to be a member of your company.如果我得到机会成为贵公司的一员的话,我相信自己会做得很好。
(2)If you think I am the perfect person for the job,please contact me at your earliest convenience.如果您认为我是这份工作的最佳人选,请您在方便时尽早和我联系。
(3)I’m firmly convinced that/I hold a firm belief that by doing this,I can enhance my oral English and communication skills together with opening up a new range of vision.我坚信通过这样做,我可以提高我的英语口语和沟通能力,同时开拓新的视野。
(4)It would be appreciated if you could take my application into account/consideration.Looking forward to your earliest/earnest reply.如果您能考虑我的申请,我将不胜感激。期待您的早日/认真回复。
(2019·全国 Ⅰ)
假定你是李华,暑假在伦敦学习,得知当地美术馆要举办国画展览。请写一封信申请做志愿者,内容包括:
1.写信目的;2.个人优势;3.能做的事情。
注意:1.写作词数应为100个左右;
2.可以适当增加细节,以使行文连贯。
满分佳作 名师点评
Dear Sir or Madam, I am Li Hua,a student from China,who is studying in London during the summer holiday.Knowing an exhibition of Chinese paintings will be held at the gallery next month,I am writing to apply to become a volunteer. I have the following advantages.First of all,I speak English fluently,which allows me to communicate with visitors without difficulty.Second,as a Chinese painting lover,I know a lot about this art form.If accepted,I can introduce Chinese painting skills to visitors,helping them know more about Chinese culture. I think I am qualified to be a volunteer.I would be grateful if you could give me a chance. Yours, Li Hua 1.信的开头扼要地做了自我介绍并表示有意要申请成为画展的志愿者。使用了定语从句和分词短语作状语等复杂结构,还使用了申请信的套语:I am writing to apply to...点明写信目的。 2.信的主体部分介绍了自身的优势,使用了过渡性词语:first of all,second;使用了复杂结构:非限制性定语从句、条件状语从句的省略结构和现在分词短语作状语。 3.信的结尾使用了申请信的套语:I would be grateful if...表达了感谢和希望。
假定你是李华,你在英文校报上看到一则招聘“校园之声”栏目小记者的广告,你对该职位很感兴趣,请你写一封信申请该职位,内容包括:1.写信目的;2.你的优势;3.你的打算。
注意:1.写作词数应为80个左右;2.可以适当增加细节,以使行文连贯。九、告知信
告知信多是从个人角度出发,将对方想要了解的事情告诉对方,让对方知道。告知信通常分为两类:1.告知某人有某事将要发生;2.回复某人关于某事的询问。具体写作结构如下:
1.开头句
(1)It’s a pleasure for me to inform you of...我很高兴地通知你……
(2)I am writing to inform you of some relevant details.我写信是想告诉你一些相关的细节。
(3)I can’t wait to share some relevant details with you.我迫不及待地想和你分享一些相关的细节。
(4)I am quite willing to inform you of some relevant details.我很愿意告诉你一些相关的细节。
(5)I’m so happy to know that...from your letter,so I’m writing to tell you some relevant details.我很高兴从你的信中得知……,所以我写信告诉你一些相关的细节。
(6)Having learned that...,I can’t wait to share some relevant details with you.得知……,我迫不及待地想和你分享一些相关的细节。
(7)No sooner had I learned that...than I couldn’t wait to share some relevant details with you.我刚得知……就迫不及待地想和你分享一些相关的细节。
(8)I’m very glad/delighted/more than pleased to receive your email/letter,in which you expressed great interest in...I’m quite/perfectly willing to share with you some information about it.我很高兴收到你的电子邮件/信,在电子邮件/信中你表示对……很感兴趣。我很乐意和你分享一些有关它的信息。
2.中间句
(1)Some details regarding/concerning...are as follows.一些关于……的细节如下。
(2)...will take place between...and...,so we’d better...……将在……和……之间进行,所以我们最好……
(3)A wide range of meaningful activities will be held in...,including...,which are bound to appeal to enthusiasts like you.将在……举办多种多样包括……在内的有意义的活动,这些活动一定会吸引像你一样的爱好者。
(4)...is arranged to start from...,which will last...安排……从……开始,为期……
3.结尾句
(1)If you want to know more detailed information/anything else,please don’t hesitate to contact me/drop me a line.如果你想知道更多详细信息/其他事情,请尽管联系我/给我写信。
(2)I sincerely hope the information is beneficial to you./I sincerely hope you can benefit from the information.我真诚地希望这些信息对你有益。
(3)Please don’t hesitate to turn to me for help if you have any other questions.如果你还有其他的问题,请尽管向我求助,不要犹豫。
(4)If there is anything I can do for you,I would be more than delighted to offer my help/come to your assistance.如果有什么我能为你做的,我将非常乐意提供帮助/来帮助你。
(2024·河南名校联考)
假定你是李华,你的加拿大朋友Kevin对中国的劳动教育课程很感兴趣,他给你发来邮件询问相关信息。请你给他回复一封邮件,内容包括:1.介绍该课程的具体情况;2.你对该课程的看法。
注意:1.写作词数应为80个左右;2.可以适当增加细节,以使行文连贯。
满分佳作 名师点评
Dear Kevin, Learning that you are interested in the labour education curriculum in China,I’m very glad to tell you some relevant information. The labour classes are officially part of the curriculum in primary and secondary schools,which require students to grasp the skills of item arrangement and storage,and household cleaning.Primary school students are supposed to master the basics of home cooking.Besides cooking,middle school students are also encouraged to learn traditional handicrafts.These will be lifelong skills for students,helping them develop into well-rounded individuals,not just ones who do well in exams. If you want to know more detailed information,please don’t hesitate to contact me. Yours, Li Hua 1.文章开头表明要告知信息;中间就具体情况提供信息;最后表明意愿。使用了告知信的套语:Learning that you are interested in...I’m very glad to tell you some relevant information.和If you want to know more detailed information,please don’t hesitate to contact me. 2.文章主体部分使用了高级词汇:officially,grasp,be supposed to,be encouraged to等。 3.文章还使用了高级句式,如:现在分词短语作状语helping...和定语从句who do well in exams。
假定你是李华,你校阳光志愿者俱乐部(Sunshine Volunteer Club)招收新成员,交换生Terry有意加入,来信向你咨询相关情况,请你给他写一封回信,内容包括:
1.介绍俱乐部活动;2.告知申请方式;3.表达愿望。
注意:1.写作词数应为80个左右;2.可以适当增加细节,以使行文连贯。六、求助信
求助信是目前自己遇到了一些困难,需要请求对方帮助的信件。因此整篇文章应用一般现在时,当描述自己得到帮助后的进步时应用一般将来时。具体写作结构如下:
1.开头句
(1)I’m writing to you to ask whether you could do me a favour.我写信是想问你能否帮我一个忙。
(2)I am writing in the hope that you will be kind enough to do me a favour.我写信是希望你能帮我一个忙。
(3)I have some difficulty in doing...,which bothers me a lot.So I have no choice but to turn to you for help.我在做……方面有困难,这很困扰我。所以我别无选择只能向你求助。
(4)I’m wondering if you could take the trouble to help me with...我想知道你是否能费心帮我……
(5)I’m sorry to bother you,but I have some difficulties here and I need your help.很抱歉打扰你,但我有些困难需要你的帮助。
2.中间句
(1)I am encountering some problems in...,which troubles me a lot.我在……方面遇到一些问题,这很困扰我。
(2)What bothers me is that...困扰我的事是……
(3)I’ve found that my problem lies mainly in two aspects.For one thing,...; for another,...我发现我的问题主要在两个方面。一方面,……;另一方面,……
(4)I have some difficulty not only in...but also in...我不仅在……而且在……方面也有问题。
3.结尾句
(1)I believe I will benefit a lot from your valuable and timely advice.我相信你的宝贵而及时的建议会使我受益匪浅。
(2)I’m sure with your help I can make great progress.我相信在你的帮助下我会取得很大的进步。
(3)I’m eager to get your timely help./I’m eager for your timely help.我渴望得到你及时的帮助。
(4)I would be very grateful if you could help me.../I would appreciate it if you could do me a favour and...如果你能帮助我……我会非常感激。
(5)I’d appreciate it if you could take my request into consideration/account.如果你能考虑我的请求,我将不胜感激。
(6)I would be grateful if you could give/lend me a hand.如果你能帮助我,我将十分感激。
(2024·湘豫名校联考)
假定你是李华,准备参加你校举办的以“快乐阅读,健康视力”为主题的书签设计活动。请你给你的留学生朋友Alick写一封邮件,寻求他的建议和帮助。内容包括:
1.写信目的;2.设计要求(包含绿色、阅读、健康视力三个元素)。
注意:1.写作词数应为80个左右;2.可以适当增加细节,以使行文连贯。
参考词汇:快乐阅读,健康视力Happy Reading and Maintain Good Vision;书签 bookmark
满分佳作 名师点评
Dear Alick, I am writing in the hope that you will be kind enough to do me a favor.Our school is planning a bookmark designing activity this week.Knowing that you’re quite experienced in designing,I wonder if you could give me some help and advice. Since the theme of the activity is Happy Reading and Maintain Good Vision,the bookmark should contain such key elements as greenness,reading and healthy vision,and it should be nice to look at.Besides,the bookmark should carry both Chinese and English messages. I believe I will benefit a lot from your valuable and timely advice.I would be very grateful if you are kind enough to lend me a hand.Please let me know as soon as possible. Yours sincerely, Li Hua 1.文章开篇表明写信意图,随后说明求助的具体内容,最后表达希望和感激。 2.书信中使用了高级词汇:be experienced in,wonder,theme,valuable,timely等;求助信的套语:I am writing in the hope that you will be kind enough to do me a favor.和 I believe I will benefit a lot from your valuable and timely advice.;还使用了复杂结构:since引导的原因状语从句。
假定你是李华,为参加英语之夜(English Evening),你和同学将北魏时期(the Northern Wei Dynasty)花木兰代父从军的故事改编成了一个英文短剧。请给学校外教Mr Green写封邮件,请他帮忙修改所附的剧本(script)。邮件内容包括:
1.故事简介;2.请求帮忙;3.商定碰面的时间及地点。
注意:1.写作词数应为80个左右;2.开头和结尾已为你写好,不计入总词数;3.可以适当增加细节,以使行文连贯。
Dear Mr Green,
How is everything going
Yours truly,
Li Hua七、推荐信
推荐信是向对方推荐一个人、一个地方或一件东西等。信中应提出推荐的理由并介绍自己推荐内容的优点。因此整篇文章应用一般现在时。具体写作结构如下:
1.开头句
(1)I am both honoured and pleased to recommend...我很荣幸也很高兴推荐……
(2)I am writing to you to recommend...我给你写信是要推荐……
(3)It is with great pleasure that I take this opportunity to give...a recommendation.我很高兴借此机会推荐……
(4)Hearing/Learning that...,I would like to recommend...了解到……,我想推荐……
(5)Delighted to know that you are going to...,I would like to offer my recommendation.很高兴得知你将……,我很愿意向你推荐。
2.中间句
(1)The reason why I recommend...is that...我推荐……的原因是……
(2)It makes me delighted that you show great interest in...and that you want to know something about...我很高兴你对……很感兴趣,并且想知道有关……的一些情况。
(3)I recommend it mainly for the following two reasons.我推荐它主要有以下两个原因。
(4)I recommend that you...so that you can...我建议你……以便你能够……
3.结尾句
(1)If you need further information,don’t hesitate to contact me.Looking forward to your early/prompt reply.如果你需要进一步的信息,请不要犹豫与我联系。期待你的早日/及时回复。
(2)Your taking my recommendation into consideration will be highly appreciated/expected.我很感激/期待你能考虑我的建议。
(3)I do hope that you can find my recommendation beneficial.Looking forward to your early/prompt reply.我希望我的推荐对你有帮助。期待你的早日/及时回复。
(4)Should this recommendation gain your favorable consideration,I would be more than grateful.
如果你能考虑此推荐,我将不胜感激。
(5)Whenever you need help,please don’t hesitate to let me know.
无论你何时需要帮助,请及时让我知道。
假定你是李华,你的外国笔友Jim所在学校的图书馆想要收藏关于中国文化的书籍,他发来邮件请你帮忙推荐相关书籍。请你给他回一封邮件。内容包括:1.书籍类型;2.推荐理由。
注意:1.写作词数应为80个左右;2.开头和结尾已给出,不计入总词数。
满分佳作 名师点评
Dear Jim, You asked me to recommend some books about Chinese culture in your letter.It’s my pleasure to share my ideas with you. To begin with,the first type I want to recommend is Chinese classic novels,which contain rich Chinese cultural ingredients.Some examples of them are Journey to the West and the Romance of the Three Kingdoms.In addition,the second type of my recommendation is the books about traditional festivals.Only by learning about traditions can you know the essence of a foreign history and social values.A specific book I would introduce is titled Traditional Chinese Festivals and Customs. I hope my recommendations would be of help to you.Looking forward to your reply. Yours, Li Hua 1.文章开篇表明写信意图,随后指出推荐的书籍类型和推荐的理由,最后表达希望。 2.书信中使用了高级词汇: contain,cultural,ingredient,value,specific等;推荐信的套语:It’s my pleasure to share my ideas with you;I want to recommend...;...my recommendation is...;I hope my recommendations would be of help to you.;还使用了复杂结构:“only+状语”置于句首引起的部分倒装。
(2024·安徽江淮十校联考)
假定你是李华。你校定于今年九月开展研学活动,现就研学地点向全校师生征集意见。请你给校学生会主席Michael写一封邮件,内容包括:1.推荐研学目的地;2.推荐原因。
注意:1.写作词数应为80个左右;2.开头和结尾已给出,不计入总词数。
参考词汇:研学活动 a study trip
Dear Michael,
Yours,
Li Hua三、建议信
建议信是作者就有关问题进行分析并针对这些问题提出自己的看法和建议,以便让对方接受自己的想法、主张并解决有关问题。建议信的写作目的是提出建议或忠告,一定要简明扼要、目的明确、具有合理性和说服力,并注意要礼貌当先。具体写作结构如下:
1.开头句
(1)I am writing to give you some suggestions/offer you some advice on/about how to...我写信就如何……给你一些建议/忠告。
(2)I am writing to express my views concerning...
我写信是要表达我关于……的看法。
(3)You have asked for my advice on/about...and I will try to make some useful suggestions here.
关于……你向我征求意见,在此我尽力提出一些有用的建议。
(4)I’m glad to receive your letter asking for my advice on...我很高兴收到你就……征求我的建议的来信。
(5)Here are some tips/suggestions to help you.
这里有对你有帮助的一些建议。
(6)I think you can make it if you follow the following advice/the advice below.如果你听从以下建议,我认为你会做到的。
2.中间句
(1)I think the most suitable...for you is...我认为对你来说最适合的……是……
(2)I would like to suggest that...我想建议……
(3)You’d better.../It’s best to...你最好……/最好是……
(4)As far as I am concerned/In my opinion/As for me/From my point of view,it would be wise to take the following action.
在我看来,采取如下行动是明智的。
(5)For one thing...;for another...一方面……,另一方面……
(6)If I were you,I would...如果我是你,我会……
(7)I think it would be more beneficial if you could...我认为如果你能……将会更有益。
3.结尾句
(1)I hope you will take my advice into account/consideration seriously.我希望你会认真考虑我的建议。
(2)I hope you will find these proposals/suggestions practical/useful/helpful.
我希望你会发现这些建议实用/有用/有帮助。
(3)I will be more than happy/delighted to see your improvements in this regard.
看到你在这一方面取得进步我会非常高兴。
(2023·北京)
假设你是红星中学高三学生李华。你的英国好友Jim正在策划一次以“绿色北京”为主题的社团活动,他发来邮件询问你的建议。请你用英文给他回复,内容包括:
1.活动形式;2.活动内容。
注意:1.写作词数应为100个左右;2.开头和结尾已给出,不计入总词数。
满分佳作 名师点评
Dear Jim, Delightedly hearing that you are planning a club activity themed “Green Beijing”,I am writing to make my suggestions for the event. To begin with,I suggest organizing a walking tour around the city to explore the green spaces in Beijing,which will allow participants to experience the beauty of the city’s parks and gardens while promoting eco-friendly transportation.Another effective activity is planting trees to contribute to the city’s green efforts.This could be a collaborative effort with local volunteers or environmental organizations that are committed to the preservation of Beijing’s natural environment. I hope these suggestions are helpful.I’m looking forward to your successfully organizing the event. Yours, Li Hua 1.文章开头扼要地介绍了写信的目的,使用了建议信的套语:I am writing to make my suggestions for...。 2.书信的主体部分提出了自己的建议,使用了过渡性词语:to begin with,another effective activity;高级词汇:explore,allow...to,promote,collaborative,be committed to...等;还使用了复杂结构:which引导的非限制性定语从句和状语从句的省略等。 3.信的结尾使用了建议信的套语:I hope these suggestions are helpful.I’m looking forward to...表达了希望。
(2024·广东江门联考)
假定你是李华,你校外教Smith准备利用即将到来的中秋节假期去北京游玩,想征询你的建议。请你给他写一封英文邮件,内容包括:
1.旅行建议(景点、美食、交通等);2.表达祝愿。
注意:1.写作词数应为80个左右;2.格式已给出,不计入总词数。
Dear Mr Smith,
Yours sincerely,
Li Hua十、演讲稿
演讲稿是参加会议者为了在会议或重要活动上表达自己的意见、看法或汇报思想、工作情况而事先准备好的文稿。演讲稿分为欢迎辞、欢送辞、毕业致辞等。也可以就某个话题发表自己的感想(保护校园环境、关注青少年的身体健康等);竞选某个岗位如学生会主席等。具体写作结构如下:
1.开头句
(1)It is my great honor to deliver a speech on...on behalf of...我很荣幸代表……就……发表演讲。
(2)It is a great privilege for me to stand here,sharing my opinions about...我很荣幸能站在这里,分享我对……的看法。
(3)I am honored to have this precious chance to speak here on such a special occasion.我很荣幸有这个宝贵的机会在这样一个特殊的场合在这里发言。
(4)I’m more than honored to speak here and share my ideas with you.The topic of my speech is...我非常荣幸在这和大家分享我的想法。我演讲的主题是……
(5)I want to share with you how the...has had an impact/influence on our life.我想和大家分享……是如何影响我们的生活的。
2.中间句
(1)When it comes to (doing) sth...说到(做)某事……
(2)First and foremost,...Moreover,...Last but not least,...首先,……此外,……最后但同样重要的是,……
(3)It is+...+that+...正是……才……
(4)Not only...but also...不但……而且……
(5)Never will you regret if you...如果你……,你永远不会后悔。
3.结尾句
(1)In short,I’m strongly believed that only if we...,can we...Thank you for your listening!
总之,我坚信只有我们……,我们才能……,谢谢大家的聆听!
(2)In short,I’d like to stress the importance of doing...That’s all I want to say about this point.Thank you for your attention!简而言之,我想强调做……的重要性。关于这一点,我想说的就是这些。谢谢大家的关注!
(3)Thank you from the bottom of my heart for giving me this chance to speak to you today.今天由衷地感谢大家给我这次机会在这演讲。
(4)I hope what is mentioned above might be helpful to you! Thank you for your listening!我希望上面提到的对你们有帮助!谢谢聆听!
假定你是李华,最近你校准备举办以“Exercise an Hour Every Day,Healthy Life for a Lifetime”为主题的演讲比赛。请你根据以下要点写一篇英语演讲稿。
1.你对这一主题的理解;2.你喜欢的运动项目及益处;3.号召同学们积极运动。
注意:1.写作词数应为80个左右;2.可以适当增加细节,以使行文连贯。
满分佳作 名师点评
Good afternoon,ladies and gentlemen! I’m Li Hua,a student in Senior One.It is my great honor to deliver a speech with the theme of Exercise an Hour Every Day,Healthy Life for a Lifetime here. When it comes to this theme,I’d like to stress the importance of doing exercise as follows.First and foremost,as we all know,a person who keeps on taking exercise regularly will keep fit and live a happy life.In addition,as for me,I prefer playing badminton with my friends after school,which not only benefits both my health and my mood,but also refreshes my mind after a long period of study.Last but not least,it is exercise that enables us to have a good body and life. To sum up,only if we positively do exercise for an hour every day,can we gain a healthy life for a lifetime,so let’s take action right now.Thank you for your listening! 1.文章开篇引入话题,随后表述演讲的具体内容,最后总结并发出呼吁。 2.使用了演讲稿的套语:It is my great honor to deliver a speech with the theme of...;When it comes to...和let’s take action right now。还使用了过渡性词语:first and foremost;in addition;last but not least;to sum up等。 3.文章使用了高级词汇:stress,regularly,benefit,enable sb to do,positively等。文章还使用了高级句式,如:which引导的非限制性定语从句,not only...but also...结构,only接状语从句的倒装结构和强调句型。
(2024·广东七校联合体联考)
假定你是学生会主席李华,下周学校要接待来自澳大利亚的交换生,你将作为学生代表致欢迎辞。请为此写一篇发言稿,内容包括:
1.表示欢迎;2.介绍活动安排;3.表达祝愿。
注意:1.写作词数应为80个左右;2.可以适当增加细节,以使行文连贯;3.开头和结尾已给出,不计入总词数。
Dear Australian friends,
Yours,
Li Hua十二、活动报道
活动报道是记叙文的一种,其特点是以事实为依据,所以首先要交代事件或活动的时间、地点、目的和参与者,然后叙述活动的过程,最后对活动进行评价。报道的应用较为广泛,实用性强。写作过程中要保证事件的真实性,语言要准确、 简练。具体写作结构如下:
1.开头句:活动的时间、地点和目的
(1)...(日期) witnessed a...(活动名称) held in...(地点),which was aimed at...(目的)
(2)...(日期),as scheduled,our school held...(活动名称) themed...(活动主题),which was aimed at...(目的)
(3)In order to do sth/Aiming to do sth/Aimed at doing sth/With the aim of doing sth,we held...last week.为了……,我们上周举办了……
2.中间句:活动的过程及内容
(1)At the beginning of the activity...and then...活动开始时……然后……
(2)Under the circumstances,I found it...to...在这种情况下,我发现做……很……
(3)Then,...drew/caught/attracted my attention.然后,……引起了我的注意。
(4)What came into my sight was...我看到的是……
(5)This activity includes three parts.Firstly,...After that,...Finally,...本次活动包括三个部分。首先,……之后,……最后,……
3.结尾句:活动的影响和意义
(1)Tired as we were,we all thought that it was quite meaningful to take part in this activity.尽管我们很累,我们都认为参加这个活动十分有意义。
(2)We had a better understanding about...through the activity.通过这次活动,我们更好地了解到……
(3)This activity turned out to be a great success.Not only did it...but also it...这次活动是一个巨大的成功,它不仅……而且……
(4)The activity was of great importance,which provided us with a chance to...这次活动非常重要,它为我们提供了一个……的机会。
(5)It’s such a meaningful activity that students are all looking forward to the next...这是一次很有意义的活动,学生们都很期待下一次的……
(6)Both of us thought highly of this activity.我们都高度评价这次活动。
(7)All in all,we can benefit a great deal from...I really hope...总而言之,我们可以从……中获益良多。我真的希望……
(2020·新课标Ⅰ)
假定你是李华,上周日你校举办了5公里越野赛跑活动。请你为校英文报写一篇报道,内容包括:
1.参加人员;2.跑步路线:从校门口到南山脚下;3.活动反响。
注意:写作词数应为80个左右。
满分佳作 名师点评
A Cross-Country Running Race Last Sunday,our school held a five-kilometer cross-country running race.All students in Senior 3 took part in it.The purpose of this race was to inspire us students to pay more attention to physical exercise. At 7 a.m.we started at the school gate.And then we ran all the way to the foot of South Hill.On the way,although some students fell behind,they kept running until the finishing line. From this activity,we have realized that building up our body is of great importance,and we have also learned more about “persistence leads to success”. 1.文章开篇引出活动举行的时间;主体部分介绍了活动的具体内容即时间、地点、参加人员及活动的过程;结语部分介绍了活动的意义。 2.范文中使用了高级词汇:purpose,inspire,pay attention to,fall behind,realize,be of great importance和亮点句型:although引导的让步状语从句,that引导的宾语从句,还有谚语persistence leads to success。
(2024·广东六校联考)
2023年6月5日是第50个世界环境日,口号是“塑战速决”。你校举办了相关的主题活动。请你为校英文俱乐部写一篇英文报道,内容包括:
1.活动目的;2.活动内容;3.活动反响。
注意:1.写作词数应为80个左右;2.格式已给出,不计入总词数。
参考词汇:塑战速决Beat Plastic Pollution
World Environment Day on Campus
English Club十三、征文投稿
征文投稿类文章一般是就某个特定主题进行论述和描写,以议论文和记叙文居多,具体写作结构如下:
1.开头句
(1)Recently we did a survey about whether...or not.最近我们做了一个关于是否……的调查。
(2)An article in the newspaper caught my attention.报纸上的一篇文章引起了我的注意。
(3)I want to talk about...in your column.我想在你的专栏里谈谈有关……
2.中间句
(1)Nowadays,with the improvement of the standard of living,an increasing number of...如今,随着生活水平的提高,越来越多的……
(2)It has been...years since...was founded and it has been accompanying me all through my childhood.自从……成立以来已经……年了,它一直陪伴着我度过了我的整个童年。
(3)In my spare time,I often...
在业余时间,我经常……
3.结尾句
(1)I do expect...can have a promising future.我真的希望……能有一个光明的未来。
(2)As far as I am concerned,students should do more...so that they can develop their...skills.
在我看来,学生们应该多……来发展他们的……技能。
(2023·全国乙)
学校英文报组织同学们分享自己在假期中学到的新技能,请你以此为主题写一篇短文投稿。内容包括:
1.简要描述;2.体验和感受。
注意:1.写作词数应为100个左右;2.题目已为你写好。
满分佳作 名师点评
Learning a New Skill The new skill I acquired was skating.The process is challenging but productive. Initially,on watching the Winter Olympics Games in Beijing,I became enthusiastic about skating.From then on,I was determined to master this fascinating sport.However,at the very beginning,when I stepped on the ice,I stumbled over myself.Hard as I strove,I still fell over again and again.The moment I thought of the athletes on the field,I was inspired by their powerful spirit.Eventually,my persistence and painstaking efforts paid off.I can skate freely all by myself. From the learning experience,I fully understand that only by diligently practicing can we overcome many kinds of difficulties.And eventually,we can have a good command of what we desire to learn. 1.文章开篇引出自己学习的一项新技能。中间介绍学习新技能的经历。最后写了自己的体验感悟。 2.文章使用了一些高级词汇,如become enthusiastic about,fascinating,stumble over,persistence,painstaking,pay off,have a good command of等。还使用了一些高级句式,如Hard as I strove,I still fell over again and again.倒装表达。 3.文章最后介绍掌握这一技能的意义,使用了部分倒装结构:only by diligently practicing can we...。
(2024·福建漳州质检)
假如你校英语报“Sports and Health”栏目正在征集稿件,请你就上周参加学校运动会的一个项目写一篇短文投稿。内容要点包括:
1.比赛过程;2.赛后感想。
注意:写作词数应为80个左右。十四、倡议书
倡议书属于应用文的一种,是为倡议或是发起某项活动而写的号召性的、公开提议性的专用文体。倡议书一般由标题、称呼、正文、结尾、落款五部分组成。具体写作结构如下:
1.开头句
(1)I am writing to call on everyone to...and take an active part in...我写信是为了呼吁大家……并积极参加……
(2)On behalf of the Students’ Council,I am writing to call on everyone to take part in...我代表学生会写信呼吁大家参加……。
(3)In order to...,we arrange to organize a(n)...activity with the theme of “...”,which is designed to...为了……,我们安排组织一个主题为“……”的活动,其目的是……
(4)With the approach of...,our school is planning to organize a(n)...activity whose theme is...
随着……的临近,我们学校正计划组织一次主题为……的活动。
(5)With the development/wide spread of...,more and more people...随着……的发展/广泛传播,越来越多的人……
(6)Currently,there is an unpleasant phenomenon of...in society.目前,社会上有一种令人不愉快的……现象。
2.中间句
(1)As we know,...is of great importance for us.
正如我们所知,……对我们来说非常重要。
(2)Besides,doing...is also beneficial/harmful to...此外,做……对……来说也是有益/害的。
(3)To meet the challenge of...,it’s high time that we should take action to...为迎接……的挑战,是我们采取行动……的时候了。
(4)As a citizen,we are supposed to...作为一个公民,我们应该……
(5)It’s everyone’s responsibility to...If we can...,we can make a big difference to...……是每个人的责任。如果我们能……,我们可以对……产生很大的影响。
3.结尾句
(1)Only if we do...,can we...只有我们做……,我们才能……
(2)It is high time that we did/should do...Let’s take action right now!是时候该我们做……了。 让我们立即采取行动吧!
(3)Let’s join our hands and take action immediately.让我们携起手来,立即采取行动。
(4)I am convinced that,with our joint efforts,the phenomenon of...will disappear.我相信,在我们的共同努力下,……的现象将会消失。
(5)Let’s take action right now! I’m convinced our efforts will eventually pay off.让我们现在就行动起来吧!我相信我们的努力最终会有回报的。
假定你是学生会主席李华,你所在的城市刚发布了《电动自行车安全管理条例》。请你代表学生会写一封倡议书,呼吁同学们在骑电动自行车时佩戴头盔。内容包括:
1.骑行者缺乏安全意识;2.说明佩戴头盔的好处;3.呼吁同学们在骑电动车时佩戴头盔。
注意:1.写作词数应为80个左右;
2.可以适当增加细节,以使行文连贯;
3.开头和结尾已给出,不计入总词数。
满分佳作 名师点评
Dear fellow students, A regulation has been issued recently that all citizens shall wear a helmet while riding an electric bicycle. It is a sad but common phenomenon that traffic accidents happen frequently,which poses a great threat to people’s safety—that of electric bicycle riders in particular.As for the possible reasons,the lack of safety awareness is a major one.Therefore,top priority should be given to wearing helmets if we are to guarantee the safety of our life.Helmets can undoubtedly protect our head from being struck directly when accidents happen,which can save our life. I’m appealing to all the students of our school who use electric bicycles to obey the regulation and make every effort to put safety in the first place by wearing helmets. Thank you! The Students’ Council 1.文章开篇引出话题。使用了被动语态、同位语从句和状语从句的省略形式。 2.文章主体部分介绍了不戴头盔的现象以及危害,接着又说了戴头盔的好处。使用了一些高级词汇,如common,phenomenon,frequently,as for,guarantee,undoubtedly,protect...from...等。还使用了一些高级句式表达,如定语从句和条件状语从句等。 3.结尾发出呼吁,使用了一些高级词汇,如appeal to,regulation,make every effort to do等。还使用了定语从句等高级句式。
(2024·江苏徐州模拟)
教育部发文要求每个中小学生都应参与志愿服务。寒假将至,假设你是校学生会主席李华,请你在校英语报上发表一封倡议信。内容包括:
1.参加志愿者活动的益处;2.可以开展的志愿者活动;3.发出倡议。
注意:1.写作词数应为80个左右;
2.开头和结尾已给出,不计入总词数。
Dear schoolmates,
Volunteering is playing a crucial role in students’ overall development.With the approach of winter vacation,it’s high time that we took up volunteering.
Yours sincerely,
Li Hua十五、人物介绍
人物介绍的文章一般都是对所写之人的基本概况(如年龄、出生地、家庭背景、受教育情况等)作简单的概述,继而再叙述其事迹或在某个领域中做出的贡献,最后对其进行评价。具体写作结构如下:
1.开头句
(1)The person I admire most is...我最敬佩的人是……
(2)Of all the outstanding people,I admire...most.在所有杰出的人当中,我最钦佩……
(3)There are many respectable people around us.The one who I admire most is...我们周围有许多可敬的人。我最崇拜的人是……
(4)When it comes to the person who I think highly of,I would say...without hesitation.说到我高度评价的人,我会毫不犹豫地说……
2.中间句
(1)Born in...,on...,...is one of...出生在……,在……,……是……之一。
(2)Graduating from...,he worked as...毕业于……,他担任……
(3)In order to...,he made up his mind to do...为了……,他决定做……
(4)With strong will and great determination,he achieved the great success in...凭借坚强的意志和决心,他在……方面取得了巨大的成功。
(5)Despite many difficulties,he/she managed to overcome them.尽管有许多困难,他/她还是设法克服了。
(6)He/She put his/her heart into...and made great contributions to...他/她全身心投入……中去,为……做出了巨大贡献。
3.结尾句
(1)As a great...,he/she will be remembered by us forever.作为一个伟大的……,他/她将永远被我们铭记。
(2)It is his determination that inspires me to go on when I have difficulty in learning.是他的决心激励我在学习上有困难时继续前进。
(3)Having set a great example for us,he is an excellent person who fully deserves our admiration and respect.他为我们树立了一个很好的榜样,是一个非常优秀的人,完全值得我们钦佩和尊重。
(4)It’s her/his encouragement that contributes to shaping my personalities and inspires me to accomplish my goals persistently.正是她/他的鼓励,有助于塑造我的个性,激励我坚持不懈地完成目标。
(5)...is such an respectable and admirable person that I will model myself after...and be a person like...……是一个令人尊敬和钦佩的人,我将以……为榜样,做一个像……的人。
(2023·全国甲)
你们学校正举办主题为“用英文讲中国故事”的征文活动。请你以一位中国历史人物为题写一篇短文投稿,内容包括:
1.人物简介及事迹;2.意义或启示。
注意:1.写作词数应为100个左右;
2.可以适当增加细节,以使行文连贯。
满分佳作 名师点评
Confucius is a well-known figure in Chinese history.His teachings emphasized the importance of moral values,respect for elders,and social harmony.Confucius traveled throughout the country,imparting his wisdom to countless disciples and leaving a profound impact on Chinese society. The significance of Confucius cannot be overstated.His teachings shaped the moral and ethical foundation of Chinese culture,fostering respect for authority,harmonious relationships,and the pursuit of knowledge.Even today,his ideas continue to guide individuals and communities in China and beyond. Confucius’s teachings about self-cultivation,respect for elders,and the pursuit of knowledge serve as a guiding light in our fast-paced and interconnected world,which remind us of the importance of integrity,compassion,and social responsibility. 1.这是一篇人物介绍的记叙文,首段引入历史人物的事迹,中间介绍该历史人物的重要性,最后介绍该历史人物的影响。 2.文章中使用了一些高级词汇,如well-known,figure,emphasize,harmony,impart,profound,significance,overstate,shape,ethical,foundation,pursuit,individual等。 3.还使用了一些高级句式表达,如分词短语作状语和which引导的非限制性定语从句等。
你校正在组织英语作文比赛,请你以The Person I Admire Most为题写一篇短文参赛,内容包括:
1.人物简介;2.他/她值得钦佩的原因。
注意:1.写作词数应为80个左右;
2.题目已给出,不计入总词数;
3.可以适当增加细节,以使行文连贯。
The Person I Admire Most十一、书面通知
通知是上级对下级、组织对成员或平行单位之间部署工作、传达事情或召开会议等所使用的应用文。通常包括三部分内容:1.通知的内容;2.通知的时间、地点及对象;3.通知的注意事项及活动意义。通知要求言简意赅、措辞得当、时间及时。通知标题一般为NOTICE/Notice,居中。然后是正文,最后通知发布的单位或个人通常放在右下角,发布时间也放在右下角。具体写作结构如下:
1.开头句
(1)“目的”的常用表达
in order to/aim to do sth/be aimed at doing sth/with the aim of doing sth为了……
promote one’s understanding of...提高某人对……的理解
have a better understanding of...更好地了解……
arouse/arrest one’s interest in...引起人们对……的兴趣
raise/increase/enhance people’s awareness of...
提高人们对……的意识
learn more about the development of...更多地了解……的发展
make your school life colourful/add colour to your school life让你的校园生活多姿多彩
(2)“主题”的常用表达
We’ll hold...with the topic/theme of.../(which is) entitled/themed on.../whose topic/theme is...我们要举办一个主题为……的……
2.中间句
(1)“安排”的常用表达
...is scheduled/expected/due to be held in...at...将于…… (时间)在……(地点)举行……
As scheduled,...will be held in...at...按计划,将在……(地点)……(时间)举办……
...is going to be held in...at...,which is located in...将于……(时间)……(地点)举办……,该……位于……
(2)“时间”的常用表达
in May,2023在2023年5月
in May 3,2023在2023年5月3日
on Wednesday,May 3,2023 在2023年5月3日星期三
at 8:00 am on Wednesday,May 3,2023在2023年5月3日星期三的上午8点
from 8:00 am to 10:00 am on Wednesday,May 3,2023在2023年5月3日星期三的上午8点到10点
at 8:00 pm next Tuesday在下周二晚上8点
(3)“地点”的常用表达
in the meeting room 在会议室
in the lecture/school hall在报告厅/礼堂
in the stadium在体育场
in the teachers’ office在老师办公室
at the school gate/on the playground在学校大门口/操场
in Room 105在105室
(4)“对象”的常用表达
Everyone is welcome.欢迎每个人参加。
All the students are welcomed to attend...on time,especially those who...
欢迎所有的学生准时参加……,尤其是那些……
3.结尾句
(1)“注意事项”的常用表达
What’s more,you need to be informed of the following requirements.Firstly,remember to do...Secondly,you are expected to do...此外,还需要向你们告知以下要求。首先,记住做……第二,你应该做……
Participants are required to...要求参加者……
You’re required to bring...so that you can...你需要携带……,这样你才能……
(2)“活动意义”的常用表达
It offers us a chance to...它给我们提供了一个机会去……
The activity will provide a good platform for promoting...这项活动将提供一个促进……良好的平台。
假定你是李华。你受学生会委托为校宣传栏“英语天地”写一则通知,请大家观看一部英文短片Growing Together,内容包括:
1.短片内容:学校的发展;2.放映时间、地点;3.欢迎对短片提出意见。
注意:1.写作词数应为80个左右;
2.可以适当增加细节,以使行文连贯。
满分佳作 名师点评
NOTICE An English short film,called Growing Together,will be shown in the school hall at 7:30 pm.Everyone is welcome to watch the film.It tells about the development of our school. The film is believed to be instructive and full of emotion.It tells the story of our school growing up,from small to large,from weak to strong.After the film,each class is supposed to have a discussion and all the students are welcome to make comments and express their views about the film. We will witness the glory of our school,and we are growing together. The Students’ Council 1.文章使用了正确的通知格式:标题NOTICE;正文(详细介绍了通知的内容即时间、地点、内容和注意事项);落款The Students’ Council。 2.文章中使用了高级词汇:instructive,emotion,be supposed to,make comments,witness,glory和一些亮点句型:过去分词短语作定语called Growing Together,“据估计……”结构:The film is believed to be instructive and full of emotion.
假定你是学生会成员李华,负责校国际部事宜,你校学生会决定下周五举办“唐装设计竞赛”,请你给国际部的学生写一则告示,说明比赛信息,内容包括:
1.举办竞赛的意图;2.对唐装设计的要求;3.设计上交的地点和时间。
注意:1.写作词数应为80个左右;2.格式已给出,不计入总词数。
参考词汇:唐装设计竞赛Tang Suit Design Contest
NOTICE
The Students’ Council四、感谢信
感谢信主要用于致谢他人的馈赠、款待、帮助以及对慰问信和祝贺信的回复。信件需要写明感谢他人的理由,信文要感情真挚,措辞得体。具体写作结构如下:
1.开头句
(1)I’m extremely grateful/thankful to you for your unselfish assistance during...我非常感谢你在……期间给予我的无私帮助。
(2)I wish to thank you from the bottom of my heart for...我要从心底感谢你,因为……
(3)I’m writing to convey/express my gratitude for your kind/generous help during...我写信是为了表达我对你在……期间的好心/慷慨帮助的感激之情。
(4)I’d like to take this opportunity to express my great appreciation for your timely help and support.我想借此机会对你及时的帮助和支持表示衷心的感谢。
(5)I’d like to convey my heartfelt thanks to you in this letter for your selfless help.我想在这封信中表达我对你无私帮助的衷心感谢。
(6)On behalf of...,I’d like to extend my sincere gratitude for your help.我代表……想对你的帮助表示衷心的感谢。
2.中间句
(1)You really added greatly to my convenience and pleasure of...你真的大大增加了我的方便和乐趣……
(2)Many thanks for all the things you have done to help us to...非常感谢你为帮助我们……所做的一切。
(3)Thanks to your generous/selfless/kind help,without which I wouldn’t have...感谢你慷慨/无私/好心的帮助,没有你的帮助,我不可能……
(4)It was your generous help that enabled me to have a better understanding of...是你慷慨的帮助使我对……有了更好的了解。
3.结尾句
(1)It was kind and generous of you to do these for me,and I appreciate it more than I can say.你为我做这些事真是太好了,太慷慨了,我对你的感激之情无以言表。
(2)I wish there were a better word than “thanks” to express my appreciation for your generous help.
我希望有一个比“谢谢”更好的词来表达我对你慷慨帮助的感激之情。
(3)Thanks again for your kind help./Again,I would like to express my sincere thanks to you.
再次感谢你的帮助。/我想再次向你表示衷心的感谢。
(4)I will be more than pleased if I have the opportunity to repay your kindness by...如果我有机会通过……来回报你的好意,我将非常高兴。
(5)My true gratitude is beyond description./Words fail to express my gratitude deep in my heart./No words are strong enough to convey how grateful I am.我由衷的感激之情无法用言语来形容。/言语无法表达我内心深处的感激之情。/任何言语都不足以表达我对你的感激之情。
假定你是李华,经常帮助你学习英语的朋友Alex即将返回自己的国家。请给他写一封信,内容包括:
1.表示感谢;2.回顾Alex对你的帮助;3.临别祝愿。
注意:1.写作词数应为80个左右;
2.可以适当增加细节,以使行文连贯。
满分佳作 名师点评
Dear Alex, I’m sorry to hear that you are going to return to your country very soon and I’m writing this letter to express my gratitude for your help. First of all,thank you for helping me learn English.Without your help,I would not have made such great progress in English learning.Besides,what you told me about your country broadened my horizons and aroused my interest in foreign culture. Again,I would like to express my sincere thanks to you.I wish you all the best in the future and have a good journey. Yours, Li Hua 1.文章开头扼要地介绍了写信的目的,使用了感谢信的套语:I’m writing this letter to express my gratitude for your help. 2.书信的主体部分陈述了道谢的原因,使用了过渡性词语:first of all,besides;高级词汇:make great progress,broaden,arouse;感谢信的套语:thank you for...,Without your help,I would not...;还使用了复杂结构:what引导的主语从句。 3.信的结尾再次表达感谢,并给予临别祝愿:Again,I would like to express my sincere thanks to you.I wish you all the best in the future and have a good journey.
假如你是李华,在伦敦游玩期间你的英国朋友Anne招待了你。请你给她写封信,表示感谢。要点如下:
1.简述你的伦敦之行;2.感谢她的招待;3.邀请她来北京旅游。
注意:写作词数应为80个左右。五、道歉信
道歉信通常是在因自己的过失或疏忽给别人带来了麻烦或损失并发觉的情况下,为了向对方表示歉意而写的信件。具体写作结构如下:
1.开头句
(1)I am writing to apologize/say sorry for...我写这封信是为……向你致歉。
(2)I am really sorry but I have no choice but to...我真的很抱歉,但我别无选择,只能……
(3)I am indeed very sorry for what I said/did,but please believe I had no intention to...对于我说的话/做的事,我确实感到很抱歉。但请相信,我并非故意要……
(4)I apologize sincerely for what I said that day.I didn’t mean to hurt you.我诚挚地为那天我说的话向你道歉。我不是有意伤害你的。
(5)I am writing to express/convey my sincere apologies to you.我写信向你表达我诚挚的歉意。
2.中间句
(1)I feel awfully sorry about it and want you to know what happened.为此我感到非常抱歉,想让你知道实情。
(2)The reason why I fail to...is that...我未能……的原因是……
(3)I am not able to...due to the fact that...我不能……是由于……
(4)It’s because of...that I...正是因为……我才……
(5)Anyhow,I sincerely hope that we can fix another time for...Will you be available this Sunday morning?无论如何,我真诚地希望我们可以为……再定一个时间。请问你这个星期天上午有空吗?
3.结尾句
(1)Once again,I’m sorry for any inconvenience I caused.对于我造成的任何不便我再次表示歉意。
(2)I apologize again for any inconvenience or trouble caused by me/my carelessness.I promise that such a thing will never happen again.再次为我/我的粗心带来的不便或麻烦表示歉意,我承诺这样的事情不会再发生。
(3)I sincerely hope you can understand my situation/think in my position and accept my apology.
我真心希望你能理解我的处境/站在我的立场考虑,并接受我的道歉。
(2021·北京)
假设你是红星中学高三学生李华。你和英国好友Jim原定本周末一起外出,你因故不能赴约。请你用英文给他写一封电子邮件,内容包括:
1.表达歉意并说明原因;2.提出建议并给出理由。
注意:1.写作词数应为100个左右;
2.开头和结尾已给出,不计入总词数。
满分佳作 名师点评
Dear Jim, I’m sorry that I won’t be able to go hiking with you this Saturday.I began to cough yesterday morning,so I went to see a doctor.She told me it was a bad cold,and that I would have to stay at home for a few days. I’d really like to spend some time with you.Is it OK with you if we take a trip to Zhangjiakou next Saturday?It’s one of the prosperous cities in Hebei Province.Please let me know what you think. Once again,I’m sorry about the inconvenience caused by me. Hope to hear from you soon. Yours, Li Hua 1.文章开篇表明写作意图,表达歉意,使用了道歉信的套语:I’m sorry that I won’t...。随后解释不能赴约的原因,使用了so构成的并列句和省略that 的宾语从句。 2.书信的主体部分提出了补救措施,再次邀约。使用了复杂结构:if引导的条件状语从句以及what引导的宾语从句。 3.信的结尾使用了道歉信的套语:Once again,I’m sorry about the inconvenience caused by me.再次道歉以表达其诚意并表达希望。
假定你是李华,你的外教Wilson明天下午要做一个关于“互联网+”(Internet Plus)的讲座,你因故不能参加,请用英语给他写一封邮件表示歉意。要点如下:
1.表示歉意;2.解释原因;3.询问是否有讲座的相关资料。
注意:1.写作词数应为80个左右;2.可以适当增加细节,以使行文连贯。写作特点
应用文是人们日常生活和工作中广泛使用的一种文体,也是高考写作的文体之一。命题形式多为文字提示,写作形式有书信(建议信、投诉信、邀请信、道歉信、感谢信、咨询信、推荐信、祝贺信、申请信等)、电子邮件、日记、通知、报道、启事和发言稿等。
评分原则
1.本题总分为15分,按5个档次评分。
2.评分时,先根据文章的内容和语言初步确定其所属档次,然后按该档次的要求来衡量、确定或调整档次,最后给分。
3.词数少于60的,从总分中减去2分。
4.评分时,应注意的主要内容为:内容要点、应用词汇和语法结构的丰富性和准确性以及上下文的连贯性。
5.拼写与标点符号是语言准确性的一个方面,评分时,应视其对交际的影响程度予以考虑。英、美拼写及其词汇用法均可接受。
6.如书写较差,以至于影响交际,则将分数降低一个档次。
评分标准
档次 描述
第五档(很好) (13-15分) 完全完成了试题规定的任务。 (1)覆盖所有内容要点; (2)应用了较多的语法结构和词汇; (3)语法结构或词汇方面有些许错误,但为尽力使用较复杂语法结构或较高级词汇所致;具备较强的语言运用能力; (4)有效地使用了语句间的连接成分,使全文结构紧凑。 完全达到了预期的写作目的。
第四档(好) (10-12分) 完全完成了试题规定的任务。 (1)虽漏掉1-2个次重点,但覆盖所有主要内容; (2)应用的语法结构和词汇能满足任务的要求; (3)语法结构或词汇方面的应用基本准确,些许错误主要是因尝试使用较复杂语法结构或较高级词汇所致; (4)使用了简单的语句间的连接成分,使全文结构紧凑。 达到了预期的写作目的。
第三档(适当) (7-9分) 基本完成了试题规定的任务。 (1)虽漏掉一些内容,但覆盖所有主要内容; (2)应用的语法结构和词汇能满足任务的要求; (3)有一些语法结构或词汇方面的错误,但不影响理解; (4)使用了简单的语句间的连接成分,使全文内容连贯。 整体而言,基本达到了预期的写作目的。
第二档(较差) (4-6分) 未适当完成试题规定的任务。 (1)漏掉或未描述清楚一些主要内容,写了一些无关的内容; (2)语法结构单调,词汇项目有限; (3)有一些语法结构或词汇方面的错误,影响了对写作内容的理解; (4)较少使用语句间的连接成分,内容缺少连贯性。 未能清楚地将信息传达给读者。
第一档(差) (1-3分) 未完成试题规定的任务。 (1)明显遗漏主要内容,写了一些无关的内容,原因可能是未理解试题要求; (2)语法结构单调,词汇项目有限; (3)较多语法结构或词汇方面的错误,影响了对写作内容的理解; (4)缺乏语句间的连接成分,内容不连贯。 未能将信息传达给读者。
0分 未能传达给读者任何信息:内容太少,无法评判;写的内容均与所要求内容无关或所写内容无法看清。
一、邀请信
邀请信是邀请收信人参加某项活动的书信。在写作时,要根据题目的要求,说明活动的内容、时间、地点、意义、注意事项等。要注意邀请信的交际性,语气要真挚,避免带有不礼貌或强人所难的字眼。措辞要正式,态度要诚恳。邀请信的末尾都要表达希望对方参加或出席的愿望。具体写作结构如下:
1.开头句
(1)Learning/Knowing that you are interested in...,I’m writing to invite you to...得知你对……感兴趣,我写信邀请你……
(2)It is a great privilege/honor for me to invite you to take part in/participate in...to be held in...on...我很荣幸邀请你参加……在……举行的……
(3)I feel it a great honor on behalf of...to invite you to take part in/participate in...我很荣幸代表……邀请你参加……
(4)Would you give the pleasure of doing...at...with us?你能赏光和我们在……做……吗?
(5)The following are some details about it.以下是关于它的一些细节。
2.中间句
(1)To begin with,we will...Besides,there will be a number of/various activities such as...,which will...首先,我们将……此外,将会有许多/各种各样的活动,例如……,这将……
(2)We will hold the activity in...at...lasting...
我们将在……在……举行活动,持续……
(3)Not only can it help broaden your horizons but it can also bring you great fun.它不仅能帮助拓宽你的视野,还能带给你无穷的乐趣。
(4)I’m convinced that you’ll have a better understanding of...我相信你会对……有更好的了解。
(5)It will be a good chance for you to improve...
这将是你提高……的一次好机会。
(6)This is such a golden opportunity to experience...at first hand that it can’t be missed.这是亲身体验……的绝佳机会,不容错过。
3.结尾句
(1)I would feel much honored if you could come.
如果你能来,我将深感荣幸。
(2)I would appreciate it if you could take my invitation into account/consideration.Looking forward to your early reply.如果你能考虑我的邀请,我将不胜感激。期待你的早日回复。
(3)I do hope you can accept my invitation if it is convenient to you.如果你方便的话,我真的希望你能接受我的邀请。
(4)Would you please let me know as soon as possible if you can accept my invitation?能否尽快让我知道你是否能接受我的邀请?
(2022·新课标Ⅰ)
假定你是校广播站英语节目“Talk and Talk”的负责人李华,请给外教Caroline写一封邮件邀请她做一次访谈。内容包括:
1.节目介绍;2.访谈的时间和话题。
注意:1.写作词数应为80个左右;2.开头和结尾已给出,不计入总词数。
满分佳作 名师点评
Dear Caroline, I am writing the letter to invite you to an interview held by “Talk and Talk”,which is an English programme in our school broadcast station. As you know,our programme starts at 10 a.m.and ends at 11 a.m.every Tuesday.Besides,the topic is about how to improve our spoken English.You can give us some suggestions about it.It is certain that all students will benefit much from your speech. I would appreciate it if you could take my invitation into account.Looking forward to your early reply. Yours sincerely, Li Hua 1.文章开头简明扼要地介绍了写信目的,表达邀请对方参加的愿望。使用了邀请信的套语:I am writing the letter to invite you to...,并自然地介绍了要点1:节目介绍。 2.文章主体部分介绍了访谈的时间和话题。使用了一些亮点词汇:improve,suggestions,benefit和高级句式:主语从句It is certain that all students will benefit much from your speech. 3.文章结尾使用了邀请信的套语:I would appreciate it if you could take my invitation into account.Looking forward to your early reply.表达了希望对方接受邀请的愿望。
(2024·广东湛江质检)
假定你是李华,你班准备在重阳节登高望远,请你代表班级写一封邮件邀请外教Glen参加。内容包括:
1.登山的意义;2.活动安排。
注意:1.写作词数应为80个左右;2.开头和结尾已给出,不计入总词数。
Dear Glen,
I am Li Hua,monitor of Class 1,Senior 3.
Yours sincerely,
Li Hua进阶写作答案
第一章 应用文写作
一、实战演练
Dear Glen,
I am Li Hua, monitor of Class 1, Senior 3. I am writing to invite you to join us to climb a mountain next Friday,which is the Double Ninth Festival.Mountain climbing serves as a traditional activity on that day.Standing on the top of the mountain,we can enjoy broader horizons.
We will gather at the school gate at 4:00 p.m.on that day.The school bus will take us to the Qingyun Mountain.Bottled water and snacks will be offered.And there are stone steps up to the mountaintop,so it won’t be so challenging and tiring.
We would appreciate it if you could join us.
Yours sincerely,
Li Hua
二、实战演练
Dear Sir or Madam,
I have read your advertisement for a junior reporter at the “Campus Voice” section in the English school newspaper and I show great interest in it.I feel quite qualified for the position so I am writing to apply for it.
I have been learning English for more than 10 years with a good command of oral and written English,which enables me to communicate with others fluently.Moreover,not only am I good at researching and presenting information in a compelling and informative way but I am also experienced in interviewing and photographing.Last but not least,I’m outgoing as well as warm hearted,which makes me get along well with others.
If given the chance,I plan to fully utilize my skills and work diligently to contribute to the “Campus Voice” section.I am looking forward to your reply.
Yours sincerely,
Li Hua
三、实战演练
Dear Mr Smith,
I’m glad to provide you with some suggestions on your upcoming trip to Beijing during the Mid Autumn Festival.
Beijing,as the capital of China,offers a rich cultural experience.The Palace Museum showcases Chinese history.The Tian’anmen Square is a symbol of China.The Great Wall offers breathtaking views.You can also explore hutongs(traditional alleyways) to experience traditional Chinese culture.
As for fine food,you can try Beijing Roast Duck,Zhajiangmian and Bingtanghulu.By the way,use the subways,buses or taxis to get around.Renting a bike or using shared bicycles is also convenient.
I hope these suggestions will be helpful.Enjoy your trip to Beijing during the Mid Autumn Festival!
Yours sincerely,
Li Hua
四、实战演练
Dear Anne,
I’m writing to convey my sincere appreciation for your kind help and care during my stay in London,without which I wouldn’t have enjoyed it so much.
During the week,the comfortable room,delicious meals and especially your friendly family members all made me feel at home,leaving me lasting memories.Moreover,guided by you,I was honored to have a chance to visit those tourist attractions in London and be exposed to such an amazing culture as well as beautiful scenery.It was your generous help that enabled me to have a better understanding of your country and culture.
Thanks again for your kind help and I will be more than pleased if I have the opportunity to repay your kindness by showing you around Beijing.
Yours,
Li Hua
五、实战演练
Dear Wilson,
How’s everything with you I’m excessively sorry to tell you that I can’t attend your lecture concerning Internet Plus.I’m writing you this letter of apology to show my deep regret.
The reason for my being absent is that my mother is seriously ill,so I will take her to hospital tomorrow since my father is on a business trip for an urgent matter.I will care for my mother.To be frank,I am extremely interested in the topic of Internet Plus.Therefore,it is really a pity that I will miss it.I wonder if there are any relevant materials of the lecture.If so,I can learn it by myself when it’s convenient.
I want to extend my apology to you once again.I hope it won’t cause you much trouble.I sincerely hope you can understand my situation/think in my position and accept my apology.
Yours,
Li Hua
六、实战演练
Dear Mr Green,
How is everything going I am writing in sincerity to ask you a favor regarding a play we adapted for the upcoming English Evening.
The play is based on the story of Hua Mulan who,after disguising herself as a man,joined the army instead of her father in the Northern Wei Dynasty.To us,however,the adaption of such an epic is quite challenging and we don’t want anything inappropriate to spoil the play.So would you please spare some time to revise the draft script attached to this email If possible,may I pay you a visit at your office next Tuesday to give you more details
Any of your professional advice would be highly appreciated.Best wishes.
Yours truly,
Li Hua
七、实战演练
Dear Michael,
Learning that a study trip will be held,I’d like to recommend a wonderful destination:Nanjing.Here are the reasons.
As an ancient capital of six dynasties and a modern city with high quality development,Nanjing has much to provide for a study trip.For example,the grand museums and solemn monuments will undoubtedly educate us students not to forget history and motivate us to cherish the present.Meanwhile,efficient and convenient transportation adds attraction and vitality to this charming city.
A study trip to Nanjing promises to be fruitful!
Yours,
Li Hua
八、实战演练
Dear Li Jin,
I’m going to study Chinese in Tianjin this summer vacation.I’m writing to see if it is possible for you to provide me with information regarding relevant courses in your school.
First of all,I want to know how many students there will be in each class and if the courses focus on listening and speaking practice.Besides,I wonder whether I’ll have the opportunity to communicate with Chinese students,which will surely be a good chance for me to learn more about China.At last,I would be grateful if you could tell me whether accommodations are included.
I’m looking forward to your early response.
Yours faithfully,
Chris
九、实战演练
Dear Terry,
I’m glad to know you desire to be a volunteer of the Sunshine Volunteer Club.As a member,I do think it is worthwhile to be engaged in voluntary work.I’m writing to share with you the details concerning it.
A wide variety of regular activities are scheduled on a weekly basis,such as visiting the nursing home and organizing events to raise people’s awareness of environmental protection.Last weekend we collected books for the children in remote areas who have little access to them.We make great efforts to spread warmth and care,and it does pay off.Once you decide,please fill in the attached application form and send it to me.
Eagerly looking forward to your participation.
Yours,
Li Hua
十、实战演练
Dear Australian friends,
On behalf of our school,I feel greatly privileged to convey warm welcome to you.We are delighted to have you with us.
To make your stay here memorable,various activities will be arranged to enhance our mutual understanding and experience different culture.As planned,we will hold a talent show where everyone can show their outstanding performances.Classes on traditional Chinese culture are also scheduled,such as paper cutting,Chinese opera,calligraphy,etc.,followed by a gift exchanging activity.Additionally,you’re invited to pay a visit to surrounding tourist attractions.
I sincerely hope that you can enjoy yourselves and wish you a pleasant journey.Thank you!
Yours,
Li Hua
十一、实战演练
NOTICE
To promote our traditional Chinese culture,“Tang Suit Design Contest” will be held in the school hall next Friday.
Every participant is allowed to hand in only one entry,which must be designed on your own.Besides,each piece is required to be displayed with a brief introduction of your design philosophy.All entries will be submitted to the Students’ Council before next Tuesday.Those that stand out as the top ten will be awarded.Pictures of the winners’ works will be posted on our school website.
Every student studying in the International Department is welcome to take part in the competition.
The Students’ Council
十二、实战演练
World Environment Day on Campus
June 5th,2023 marked the 50th anniversary of World Environment Day,with the slogan “Beat Plastic Pollution”.In honor of this occasion,our school organized various activities to sensitize students about the urgent need to combat plastic pollution and promote sustainable practices.
The event started with an engaging presentation by environmental experts,who highlighted the detrimental impact of plastic and emphasized the importance of reducing,reusing,and recycling plastic.Then a plastic collection drive was held so as to encourage everyone to bring in their plastic waste for proper disposal.Additionally,students participated in a poster making competition,creating thought provoking artworks that showcased the importance of sustainable alternatives.
The response to these activities was overwhelming.It is through such collective efforts that we can hope to “Beat Plastic Pollution” and create a cleaner,healthier environment for future generations.
English Club
十三、实战演练
Last week,I participated in our school sports meeting,competing in the 400 meter race—a thrilling and unforgettable experience.
On hearing the sharp whistle,I dashed out,the wind rushing against my face and the crowd’s cheers echoing around me.My attempts to match the pace of fellow runners proved challenging,but I did not give up.I pushed myself to the limit and crossed the finishing line with all my strength.
I was glad that I took part in the sports meeting,which not only pushed my limits but also made me realize the importance of persistence.
十四、实战演练
Dear schoolmates,
Volunteering is playing a crucial role in students’ overall development.With the approach of winter vacation, it’s high time that we took up volunteering.
A willing heart to volunteer provides us with massive benefits.Volunteering not only makes us feel connected with the community but also is beneficial to our well being.Blessed with a sense of purpose in life,we are offered an amazing opportunity to learn valuable skills.There are different ways of serving people,ranging from volunteering at children’s home or libraries to virtual volunteering,such as helping pupils with schoolwork online.
Why not throw ourselves into volunteering It makes us a better person and creates a better world.
Yours sincerely,
Li Hua
十五、实战演练
The Person I Admire Most
When it comes to the person I admire most,I can’t help thinking of Fan Jinshi who is an archaeologist and a guard of Dunhuang.
After graduating from Peking University,Fan Jinshi chose to work in Mogao Caves,Dunhuang.Although the living environment was terrible,she was deeply attracted by the works of art and desired to protect them for the future generations.She and her team overcame difficulties,explored scientific concepts and built a “digital Dunhuang”,which has balanced the relationship between cultural relics protection and tourism.
Fan Jinshi is called the daughter of Dunhuang.She deserves the respect of all at home and abroad.
第二章 读后续写
第2节 技法指导
技法三
A few weeks later,when I almost forgot the contest,there came the news.To everyone’s surprise,I,an immigrant,won first place in the writing contest.Hearing the good news,I felt a sense of joy surging through me.I leapt into the air and shouted out loud,“I made it!”During the award presentation ceremony,I was invited to deliver a speech.Patiently and confidently,I told the audience how I once didn’t love writing and now enjoyed writing and how I realized the value of perseverance with the help of my teacher.
I went to my teacher’s office after the award presentation.With the trophy in hand,I entered the office.My teacher rose from the seat and came up to me.“Congratulations!” he said,slapping me on the back.He grinned from ear to ear as I showed him the trophy.“I owe my success to you,” I said sincerely.“Without your encouragement and belief,I wouldn’t have succeeded.” He laughed,his eyes shining with excitement.“I knew you had it in you.I’m proud of you for not giving up.” Whenever looking back on this incident,I feel extremely grateful to him.It was my social studies teacher who encouraged me to realize my potential and thus changed the course of my life.
技法四 实战演练
Ⅰ.1.Relieved,Jenny told the truth to everyone.
2.Feeling scared and helpless,Jane sat beside a tree and held her shoulders in her arms to make herself warm.
3.They hugged and kissed with tears rolling/pouring/streaming down their cheeks.
4.“I...I don’t know,” he stammered, his voice trembling with fear.
5.If she had not quarreled with Tom, they would have enjoyed a great time near the lake.
6.Mother hugged the twins tightly,whose faces were glowing with excitement.
7.Since he continued speaking about wanting to share his paintings with the world, I knew what had to be done.
8.I thanked him,saying that not only did he mend my shirt with his craftsmanship but he also repaired my dream with sportsmanship.
9.It was at that moment that I was overwhelmed with gratitude to my teacher.
10.A cold feeling crept over his heart and made him shiver.
11.Drowned in happiness,Jimmy dashed out of the school gate like a free bird.
12.Seeing such extraordinary beauty, I think every cell in my body woke up.
Ⅱ. But Molly insisted that they should wait and keep the book.She didn’t place the illustrated book on the bookshelf,hoping Rick would show up soon.A kid might make all kinds of promises and fail to keep them.But Rick was so sincere and eager that Molly believed he wouldn’t break his promise.A kid’s promise is more valuable than the cost of the book.The book would rest in the drawer still until Rick showed up.Then on one sunny morning,Molly found a little boy running all the way towards her bookstore holding something.The little boy was exactly Rick.
Rick pushed the door open and rushed to the counter holding his money box.Molly excitedly pulled the drawer open,took out the illustrated book and walked out from the counter immediately.She knelt with one leg and smiled at Rick,handing the book to Rick.Rick’s eyes were shining looking at the book,and he put the box on the floor and held the book.“I think you guys had better make your deal here at the coffee table,” said Rex.Molly winked at him delightedly.The sunlight came through the glass window and cast on the little customer and the nice lady.
第3节 语料素材
一、实战演练
1.Her face lit up with happiness as she received the presents prepared by the children.
2.They jumped to their feet at the news, with their eyes filled with joy.
Hearing the news, they jumped to their feet with joy in their eyes.
3.Overwhelmed with gratitude, I couldn’t say a word.
4.I was so deeply moved that tears welled up in my eyes.
5.Hearing the news that his father passed away, his eyes welled up with tears.
6.She got lost and it began to rain, a deep sense of despair overwhelming her.
7.Her face turning pale, she stood there, tongue tied.
8.My heart was in my mouth when I walked into her office.
9.At the thought of the frightening bear, a sense of fear welled up in him.
10.He was half dead with fear when he found he was surrounded by wolves.
实战演练
1.Having known others’ attitude, he shook/trembled with anger, holding his clothes firmly.
2.Filled with anger, Mike was unable to speak a word.
3.I was about to explode and waved my fist at him.
4.I was ashamed of my bad performance in the contest.
5.I stared at him in shock, with a small sound of disappointment escaping my throat.
6.What surprised me was that there was a path here.
7.A look of surprise crossed her face but she soon calmed down.
8.Uncontrollably, a wave of regret washed over me as I heard the bad news.
9.If only I had not left the farm alone!
10.If I had followed his advice, we would be having fun together.
二、实战演练
Ⅰ.1.She jumped up,dashed forward and hugged the boy tightly.
2.Standing beside the empty road,they looked up into the sky, feeling the precious peace.
3.As night was beginning to fall, Jane sat on the grass, staring at the vast sky, frightened and hungry.
4.With a bunch of flowers in her hands,Mindy stood beside the sea and looked down at the flowers with a smile,wondering what to do tomorrow.
5.She crept along the path,bent over swiftly and cupped her hands around the butterfly gently.
6.With her heart beating wildly,the innocent girl,held by her mom and screaming with excitement,unwrapped her delicate gift box which she had been looking forward to without any hesitation.
7.Every one of us on the bus looked on and laughed crazily.Ryan struggled to his feet,dusted the jacket and made his way to an empty seat.
8.Looking straight into my eyes,Mike stroked my hair, whispering,“You are the most beautiful girl I’ve ever met.”
Ⅱ.1.the twins got up early, tiptoed to the kitchen and scooped some flour out of the bag their father slid into the kitchen,patting the twins’ shoulders and comforting them in a soft voice they carried the breakfast,advanced upstairs and woke up their mother
2.I signaled to him with a thumbs up, feeling proud of him He smiled, took a deep breath and got ready for the race,eyes brimming with determination every runner shot like an arrow
三、实战演练
1.The gentle breeze stroked his head,as if comforting all his tiredness.
2.I closed my eyes and daydreamed in the speeding car.Winding rivers, lofty mountains, deep alleys and sunny beaches held me entirely in their fascination.
3.The sun looked at her with a glowing smile and the flowers nodded merrily towards her.
4.The wind was howling dreadfully and the rain was pouring from the heaven,whipping against the branches of lined trees.
5.On the day back to school,dark clouds hung low in the sky.The rain poured down,with cold drops and angry winds slapping my face.I was drowned in floods of warm tears and freezing rain.
四、实战演练
1.Festivals let us enjoy life,be proud of our customs and forget our work for a little while.
2.The precious tricycle not only helped me through that tough period,but also carried Father’s love forward into the far,far future.
3.Seeing the paper bag,I felt as if it had been reminding me that I should pass on the kindness that the Mexican family offered me every time I meet someone in need.
4.No matter how ordinary a job is,it plays a part in society and therefore deserves our respect.
5.Cold as the rain was,great warmth filled his heart like never before.
6.It dawned on me that we should always be an honest person whatever situations we are in.
7.I am firmly convinced that the slight power of every person can make our country more prosperous.
8.All the students came to realize that everyone wants and deserves to be treated with respect,dignity and warmth.
9.It is not how much we do but how much love we put into what we do that benefits our work most.
10.The gift you give is not something your loved one keeps,but a voluntary contribution towards the people who really need it in their lives.
第4节 分类集训
一、 When my Monday came,I again took the bus to KMTV alone and waited.Everything was familiar this time.But hearing the musical sounds and applause from time to time,I felt my heart was pounding with excitement and nervousness.Eventually,it was my turn.Taking a deep breath,I calmed down.Confident,I went to the piano and began to play.Easy,so easy! Fun almost...right up to the coda at the end.I suddenly realized I should not be at the end! My heart jumped to my mouth.I had skipped a part.A huge part.How did that happen
Somehow my brain went to work and I continued playing.I tried to smile at the camera and played the rest smoothly as if no skipping had happened.After what seemed an eternity,I stopped playing.However,it turned out that my performance had probably lasted barely a minute.Surely the result was as expected—I wasn’t the winner.On my way home,I surprised myself by feeling more relieved than disappointed.I could not pretend that my performance was best.In truth,the other three were far superior.When I came back home to talk about “The Big Skip”,Daddy smiled,“It may not have been noticed by someone who doesn’t know Schubert’s ‘Ave Maria’.Your movement was smooth.You didn’t fall apart.All in all,a worthwhile experience.”
二、 No sooner had I picked up my phone than Lisa called me.“Belle,how is it going Do you still need my help?” Lisa asked.“Thanks,Lisa.Everything is OK.And I’d like to tell you about it,” I said.I told her exactly what had happened,and specifically described how I had solved the problem.Lisa praised me for my quick wit.Then I asked her to teach me German in case I needed it later.She promised.By the end of the holiday,I could have already communicated with her in some simple German words.So I was ready for the new term with confidence.
When the German teacher entered the classroom in the new term,I felt I’d seen her somewhere before.What amazed me was that she came over to me,saying,“Glad to see you again!I’m Florence.” I was surprised to find that she was the daughter of the lady that I had helped during the holiday.What a fantastic fate! As our new foreign teacher,Florence was patient and considerate.We all respected her and took every lesson seriously.I even made friends with her mother,so I had more opportunities to practise speaking German.I was resolved to visit Germany the next summer holiday.
三、 Giving or keeping I struggled with myself.Giving it Hardly could I imagine life without the model car! After all,it was my most precious treasure,which I had been proud of.My heart kept aching at the prospect of giving it away.Nope! I shook my head determinedly.Glancing at my mother’s expectant eyes,I couldn’t help sobbing.Keeping it Definitely,it would otherwise upset Alex.Torn between the two tough choices,I was totally at a loss.Nevertheless,deep down,I could feel my affection for Alex.Yep! I resolved to do the right thing.
In the moment of parting,my model car went with Alex.Though I was crushed to see it go,my heart sang when I saw his beaming face as he tightly clutched it.Seeing the thumbs up from my mother and sister,I did swell with relief,pride and joy,for I knew it was not a gift;to some extent,it was our concern and love for him.Plus,sharing the model car also strengthened our bond,which,I was fully convinced,would always uplift him.An effort made for the happiness of others lifted us above ourselves as well.
四、 Then came the final testing day.The whole class gathered in the science classroom,watching breathlessly as Jeff carefully loaded their self made robotic hand onto Sergio’s right arm.It fitted quite well! So excited was Sergio that his arm trembled slightly.Having put a baseball on the desk,Jeff signed to Sergio to pick it up.Slowly,Sergio extended his right hand and reached for the ball.Successfully he caught hold of it and everyone present broke into cheers! Holding the ball,Sergio couldn’t contain his tears.Never in his life did he expect to catch something with his right hand!
The life changing gift for Sergio drew huge attention.Jeff and his students became an instant hit and various media competed to cover the news.When interviewed about the intention of the project,Jeff said,“I intended Sergio’s robotic hand to show our support for him.Meanwhile,I hope to foster students’ scientific spirit through this hands on operation.” His students stated that Jeff challenged them to transform abstract concepts into reality,from which they benefited greatly.Soon voluntary donations poured in,which would go to the school’s scientific research and help students develop better.
五、 Ruby walked over to my mother,we girls holding our breath.We waited to see who would shout first and what terrible things would be said.“We are sorry about the flowers.The girls will fix them and help weed the roses,” said Mom.My sisters and I looked at each other in horror,but Ruby smiled through her tears.“I know we’re particular about these roses,but they’re very special because they remind me of my mother.” Soon both women were down on their knees examining the damaged bushes together.
A few weeks later,the plants all came back to life.My mother and Ruby worked together on the roses all summer and many summers to follow.So did my sisters and I.A friendship was formed between the families.Ruby became part of our family,spending many happy hours at our house,especially during countless birthdays,graduations and weddings.And the rose fence wasn’t a fence any longer.My mother had turned it into a bridge.
六、 Suddenly,I remembered the door to the basement.I dashed to the door and opened it without any hesitation.There she sat on the top step,quiet as a mouse,head down,ears hanging down.She had been following me,as she always did,and I had casually closed the door on her.So she had to wait quietly for me to find her.I don’t know whether she assumed that she was being punished,but it was clear that she was hurt,for she behaved differently this time.
I held her in my arms tightly,telling her how sorry I was.I touched her head and rubbed her belly gently,telling her that she was not making trouble.She let me hold her for exactly one minute and then suddenly ran off,returning with a toy for me to throw.At that very moment,Dottie taught me a valuable lesson:Forgive quickly because forgiveness is to light a lamp not just for others but also for ourselves.Life is short.There is so much love to offer and receive and so many toys to chase.