大学英语四级作文历年真题及范文

1、1996-01Directions: For this part, you are allowed thirty minutes to write a composition on the topic The Two-day Weekend. You should write at least 100 words and you should base your composition on the outline (given in Chinese) below:1. 双休日给大学生带来的好处。2. 双休日可能给大学生带来的问题。3. 我应当怎样过好双休日。范文： The two-day w

2、eekend has brought a lot of benefits to college students. It not only offers us more time to get rid of tiredness and have a good rest, but also gives us more chances to take up some hobbies, such as fishing, reading, or gardening. From these activities we can learn many things outside the classroom

3、, which will add to our knowledge.Despite the convenience it brings us, the two-day weekend has also given rise to quite a few problems. The most serious one is that the weekdays are filled with more lesson, sometimes too many. Because our classes are limited to Monday through Friday, we have to tak

4、e more lessons each day than in the past. This leaves us little time to catch our breath during the weekdays. In order to benefit most from the two-day weekend, I have decided to make a good plan for the two-day weekend. Of course I should take this chance to relax. But during the weekend, I will st

5、ill set aside enough time to study. By doing so ii can have a good time as well as make progress in my studies.1996-06Directions:For this part, you are allowed thirty minutes to write a composition on the topic Global Shortage of Fresh Water. You should write at least 100 words and you should base y

6、our composition on the outline (given in Chinese) below: 1. 人们以为淡水是取之不尽的 (提示：雨水、河水、井水.) 2. 实际上淡水是非常紧缺的 (提示：人口增加，工业用水增加，污染.) 3. 我们应该怎么办 Global Shortage of Fresh Water 范文：Many people believe that the worlds supply of fresh water will never be used up. They think that fresh water comes from such a vari

7、ety of sources that it is always sufficient for use. Such an opinion leads to a shocking waste of water. As a matter of fact, the earth is short of fresh water. Furthermore, with the rapid growth of the worlds population, the rising demand for water by industry, and the serious pollution of our surr

8、oundings, the world is facing the danger of running out of fresh water. Actually, in some big cities, fresh water cannot meet the daily needs.Therefore, to find new ways to save water is an urgent task. First, we should pass strict laws to control any waste of water. Second, scientists must work eve

9、n harder to purify sea water and polluted water, and try to find substitutes to reduce the use of fresh water.1997-01Directions: For this part, you are allowed thirty minutes to write a composition on the topic Practice Makes Perfect. You should write at least 100 words and you should base your comp

10、osition on the outline (given in Chinese) below:1. 怎样理解“熟能生巧”？2. 例如：在英语学习中3. 又如Practice Makes Perfect范文：The famous saying “Practice makes perfect” is widely accepted today. It means if we practice unfamiliar things again and again, well be able to perform it perfectly.The practice of learning Englis

11、h is a good example. We are not living in an English speaking country. So, in order to learn it well, we need extra practice, such as reading English books, going to English corners, or communicating with foreigners. Only sitting at the desk cannot lead to the mastery of English.As another example,

12、if we want to be skilled in using the computer, we also need to practice using it. Some children become little experts in computer, just because they play with it everyday. On the contrary, if we just stick to books, we will still feel confused when using computers. Judging from the evidence offered

13、, we might safely draw the conclusion that practice makes perfect.1997-06Directions: For this part, you are allowed thirty minutes to write a composition on the topic Getting to Know the World Outside the Campus. You should write at least 100 words and you should base your composition on the outline

14、 (given in Chinese) below: 1. 大学生了解社会的必要性。2. 了解社会的途径（大众媒介、社会服务等）3. 我打算怎么做。Getting to Know the World Outside the Campus范文：With the rapid development of society, it is essential for college students to get to know the world outside the campus. There are a variety of reasons why we should do that. The

15、primary one is that we can expand our horizons. Nowadays, as students, our knowledge is mostly derived from books, which is really limited. Only through contact with society will we learn more practical things. Second, it will enable us to be more sophisticated after graduation. Finally, knowing the

16、 world outside the campus may awaken in us a high sense of duty and help us make greater achievements in the future.As is known to all, there are many ways we can know the society, such as through community service or keeping informed through TV, radio or newspapers.As a university student, I will r

17、ead newspapers and magazines to enrich my knowledge and do some volunteer work for the community or take up a part-time job in my spare time so that I can learn from my experience and prepare for my future work.1998年1月四级作文题及范文Directions: For this part, you are allowed thirty minutes to write a compo

18、sition on the topic Harmfulness of Fake Commodities. You should write at least 100 words and you should base your composition on the outline (given in Chinese) below: 1. 目前社会上有不少假冒伪劣商品（fake commodities）。为什么会有这种现象？2. 举例说明假冒伪劣商品对消费者个人、社会等的危害。范文：In recent years, a lot of fake commodities have appeared

19、in the market. These fake commodities have done great harm to the consumers and the society. Since the policy of reform was implemented, Chinas economy has improved. A lot of people getting richer, and their living conditions are getting better. But still some of them are not satisfied. They dream o

20、f getting rich overnight and living a heavenly life, which, of course, is impossible to achieve by fair means. So they risk breaking the law to produce the market take commodities. Once these fake commodities enter the market, they will do immeasurable harm to the society. The direct victims are the

21、 consumers. As the quality of the fake commodities is always very poor, the consumers may suffer great losses. Certain fake commodities, such as food and medicine, will cause irreparable harm to the health and well-being of the consumers. Fake commodities also cut into the profits of the brand-name-

22、owners. Since the fake ones are cheaper, people tend to be reluctant to buy the genuine ones.1998年6月四级作文题及范文Directions:For this part, you are allowed thirty minutes to write a composition on the topic Do “Lucky Numbers” Really Bring Good Luck?. You should write at least 100words and you should base

23、your composition on the outline (given in Chinese) below. 1.有些人认为某些数字会带来好运。2.我认为数字和运气无关，Do “Lucky Numbers” Really Bring Good Luck?范文：Some people take it for granted that some lucky numbers can bring them good luck. For instance, the so-called lucky number “8” is widely used now because it is sounded

24、 like “getting rich” in Chinese and is believed to bring good fortune.Yet many others dont think so. They think that numbers have nothing to do with luck. They regard numbers simply as a mathematic symbols for counting. They are anything but a mystery. They laugh at those who think numbers can bring

25、 good luck.Im in favor of the latter opinion. I think our society is very modern now. We mustnt count on the so-called lucky numbers to fulfill our wishes. Whether we can have good luck depends on ourselves. If we work hard, good luck will come to us.1999年1月四级作文题及范文Directions: For this part, you are

26、 allowed thirty minutes to write a composition on the topic Dont Hesitate to Say “No”. You should write at least 100 words and you should base your composition on the outline (given in Chinese) below: 1. 别人请求帮助时，在什么情况下我们会说“不”。2. 为什么有些人在该说“不”的时候不说“不”。3. 该说“不”时不说“不”的坏处。Dont Hesitate to Say “No” 范文：In

27、our daily life, there are many occasions on which we should not hesitate to refuse when asked for help. For one thing, when it is beyond our ability, we should give a direct reply “no”. For another, we the thing we are asked for is unreasonable or even illegal, we should say “no” without hesitation.

28、 However, it is not the case in our real life. Many people prefer to say “yes” when they should say “no”. Some are afraid to lose their face, since they think refusal means their inability. Some people are afraid to offend their acquaintances face, such as their friends, relatives and so on.In fact,

29、 doing so is quite harmful. If you agree to do the things beyond your ability, the result will only be worse. The other might as well have asked another person who can help. And if you agree to do the unreasonable or even the illegal favors, such as cheating in the exam, you are in fact not helping

30、the other but hurting him. You yourself will get into trouble too.1999年6月四级作文题及范文Directions: For this part, you are allowed thirty minutes to write a composition on the topic Reading Selectively Or Extensively? You should write at least 100 words, and base your composition on the outline (given in C

31、hinese) below:1. 有人认为读书要有选择2. 有人认为应当博览群书3. 我的看法Reading Selectively Or Extensively范文： Some people think when we read we should read selectively. That is to say, we should select some books we are interested in and ignore the others. Reading selectively can help us concentrate our limited time and att

32、ention on those selected books. Others think we should read extensively. No matter what kind of book it is, we should look it over. We should read various kinds of books, whether we are interested in them or not. They maintain that reading extensively can help to enlarge our view and grasp the gener

33、al knowledge in different fields. In my opinion, the two reading ways have their roles respectively in our reading. However, the disadvantages of each methods are easy to see. If we only read the books we select or prefer, the framework of our knowledge may not be complete. Our knowledge would be ra

34、ther limited. And if we read without selection, we may not have so much time and energy to be specialized in one particular field. Therefore, the combination of the two methods is more reasonable.2000年1月四级作文题及范文Directions:For this part, you are allowed thirty minutes to write a composition on the to

35、pic How I Finance My College Education. You should write at least 100 words, and base your composition on the outline (given in Chinese) below: 1. 上大学的费用（tuition and fees）可以通过多种途径解决 2. 哪种途径适合于我（说明理由） How I Finance My College Education 范文：Several years ago new tuition fee policy was put into practice

36、 and college students were asked to pay a certain sum of money. And now, all the students, no matter what subjects they are engaged in, must pay for tuition.There are many ways for a student to finance his college education. Most students ask their parents to pay the tuition fee and pay for their bo

37、oks, accommodation and other cost. A student can also apply for the scholarship. Most universities set up scholarship to offer money to the poor students who do well in entrance exams and reward those who do well in entrance exams and reward those who work well at university. A student can also appl

38、y for the low-interest loans. In addition to the above, taking part-time jobs is also a common way for a college student to get money to pay part of his tuition and fees.So far as Im concerned, Id prefer earning the scholarship. This means I must study hard and be a top student, which has always bee

39、n my goal. After all, the task of a student is to study. And in addition to solving my financial problems, getting the scholarship can also prove my ability and is good for my future.2000年6月四级作文题及范文Directions:For this part, you are allowed thirty minutes to write a composition on the topic Is a Test

40、 of Spoken English Necessary? The first sentence has already been written for you. You should write at least 120 words, and base your composition on the outline given in Chinese below: 1. 很多人认为有必要举行口语考试，理由是 .2.也有人持不同的意见，.3.我的看法和打算 Is a Test of Spoken English Necessary?A test of spoken English will b

41、e included as an optional component of the College English Test (CET). 范文：A test of spoken English will be included as an optional (component of the College English Test (CET). Some people contend that it is absolutely necessary to hold a test of spoken English in China because we have been told man

42、y times that a Chinese student who has been learning English for years cannot communicate with a native English speaker. Sometimes even those top students who excel at grammar and writing skills find their English inadequate to express their thoughts freely when speaking. A test of spoken English wi

43、ll bring the importance of speaking English to the awareness of the college students, and thus help them with their communicating skills.On the other hand, there are also people who maintain that good reading and writing skills would be enough for the average English learners. College students are a

44、lready under considerable pressure from their coursework. Another required test will only add to their burden. Also, some students may take the shortcut and only practice the questions according to the fixed format of the test, which will not actually improve their spoken English.I believe that a te

45、st of spoken English will do more good than harm. Since China will continue its policy of opening and reform, the ability to speak fluent English is a must for anyone who wants to surpass others in a highly competitive society. Whether I take the test or not, I shall make all efforts to practice my

46、spoken English in the rest years in college2001年1月四级作文题及范文Directions:For this part, you are allowed thirty minutes to write a composition on the topic How to Succeed in a Job Interview? You should write at least 120 words, and base your composition on the outline given in Chinese below: 1. 面试在求职过程中的

47、作用 2. 取得面试成功的因素：仪表、举止谈吐、能力、专业知识、自信、实事求是. 范文：Nowadays, in an ever tighter job market, great importance has been attached to an interview by both the employer and the applicant. The interview, so to speak, has become indispensable for getting a satisfactory job. On the one hand, the interviewer can ta

48、ke advantage of the occasion to learn about the candidates, such as their work experiences, education and their personalities, so as to pick out the right person for the company. On the other hand, the interviewee can make use of the opportunity to get to know the job he is going to take up, the sal

49、ary, the working conditions and many other things about the job he is interested in.Therefore, the job interview is very important to a job-hunter. But how can one succeed in it? Firstly of all, the interviewee must pay attention to his or her appearance. The first impression is always where we star

50、t. Get dressed properly and neatly. Secondly, good manners are equally important. Dont be too proud, and neither too timid. Just be courteous. Thirdly, the interviewee must demonstrate his aptitude and skills for the job and his knowledge about eh job-related areas. Be confident. Last but not the le

51、ast, the interviewee ought to be honest about his or her personal as well as academic background, for honesty is the best policy.To sum up, the job interview is indeed important, but there is no need to be nervous. As long as the interviewee has the ability for the job, with careful preparation and

52、a fairly confident and honest performance, his or her success can be ensured.2001年6月四级作文题及范文Directions:For this part, you are allowed thirty minutes to write a letter. Suppose you are Zhang Ying. Write a letter to Xiao Wang, a schoolmate of yours who is going to visit you during the week-long holida

53、y. You should write a t least 100 words according to the suggestions given below in Chinese. 1. 表示欢迎 2. 提出对度假安排的建议 3. 提醒应注意的事项 A letter to a Schoolmate June 23, 2001 Dear Xiao Wang, Im delighted to learn that you are going to visit me during the week-long vacation. My parents will also be happy to s

54、ee you again. Im sure you will enjoy every minute here.I know you are fond of swimming. A river lies not far away from my home. We can go swimming there. I think it would be very pleasant and refreshing to swim in such hot summer days. In every big room of my home there is an air-conditioner. We can

55、 watch TV, play CDs or read books very comfortably at home. A mountain about two miles away from here is beautiful and it is worth touring. We can go there on foot. When we climb to the top of the mountain, we can have a wonderful bird-eye view of the whole village.Just phone me before you set off.

56、There is no need for you to take anything. Ill prepare everything for you.I am looking forward to seeing you soon.Yours,Zhang Ying 2002年1月四级作文题及范文Directions:For this part, you are allowed thirty minutes to write a composition on the topic: A Letter to the University President about the Canteen Servi

57、ce on Campus You should write at least 120 words, and base your composition on the outline given in Chinese below:假设你是李明，请你就本校食堂的状况给校长写一封信，内容应涉及食堂的饭菜质量、价格、环境、服务等，可以是表扬，可以是批评建议，也可以兼而有之。 范文： January 12th, 2002 Dear Mr. President,Im very lucky to attend this world-famous university, but Im afraid Im not content with the canteen service on campus. Firstly, the quality of the dishes should be improved. Undoubtedly, there are a lot of delicious dishes, but