历年英语四级作文题及范文

1、历年英语四级作文题及范文1998年-2021年1998年1月Directions:  For this part, you are allowed thirty minutes to write a composition 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 c

2、ommodities。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 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 ric

3、her, and their living conditions are getting better. But still some of them are not satisfied. They dream of 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 fa

4、ke commodities enter the market, they will do immeasurable harm to the society. The direct victims are the 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

5、 the health and well-being of the consumers. Fake commodities also cut into the profits of the brand-name-owners. Since the fake ones are cheaper, people tend to be reluctant to buy the genuine ones.1998年6月Directions:  For this part, you are allowed thirty minutes to write a composition on the

6、topic Do “Lucky Numbers Really Bring Good Luck?. You should write at least 100words and you should base 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 brin

7、g them good luck. For instance, the so-called lucky number “8 is widely used now because it is sounded 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 s

8、ymbols for counting. They are anything but a mystery. They laugh at those who think numbers can bring 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 ou

9、rselves. If we work hard, good luck will come to us. 1999年1月Directions:  For this part, you are 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

10、. 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“不的害处。Dont Hesitate to Say “No范文：In 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 thin

11、g we are asked for is unreasonable or even illegal, we should say “no without hesitation.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 t

12、o offend their acquaintances face, such as their friends, relatives and so on.In fact, 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

13、or even the illegal favors, such as cheating in the exam, you are in fact not helping the other but hurting him. You yourself will get into trouble too.2000年1月Directions:  For this part, you are allowed thirty minutes to write a composition on the topic How I Finance My College Education. You s

14、hould 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范文：Several years ago new tuition fee policy was put into practice and college students were asked to pay a certain sum of money. And now, all the studen

15、ts, 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 books, accommodation and other cost. A student can also apply for the scholarship. Most u

16、niversities 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 apply for the low-interest loans. In addition to the above, taking part-time jobs is also a

17、 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 been my goal. After all, the task of a student is to study. And in addition to solving my

18、financial problems, getting the scholarship can also prove my ability and is good for my future. 2000年6月Directions:  For this part, you are allowed thirty minutes to write a composition on the topic Is a Test of Spoken English Necessary? The first sentence has already been written for you. You

19、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 be included as an optional component of the College English Test (CET).范文：A test of spoken

20、 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 many times that a Chinese student who has been learning English for years cannot communicate

21、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 will bring the importance of speaking English to the awareness of the college students, and

22、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 already under considerable pressure from their coursework. Another required test will only

23、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 test of spoken English will do more good than harm. Since China will continue its policy of

24、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 spoken English in the rest years in college.2001年1月Directions:  For this part, you ar

25、e 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 im

26、portance 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 take advantage of the occasion to learn about the candidates, such as their work experiences, e

27、ducation 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 salary, the working conditions and many other things about the job he is interested in.Therefore

28、, 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 start. Get dressed properly and neatly. Secondly, good manners are equally important. Dont be too

29、 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 least, the interviewee ought to be honest about his or her personal as well as academic backgro

30、und, 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 a fairly confident and honest performance, his or her success can be ensured. 2001年6月Directio

31、ns:  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 holiday. You should write a t least 100 words according to the suggestions given below in Chinese.1

32、. 表示欢送2. 提出对度假安排的建议3. 提醒应注意的事项A letter to a SchoolmateJune 23, 2001Dear Xiao Wang,Yours,Zhang Ying范文：Im delighted to learn that you are going to visit me during the week-long vacation. My parents will also be happy to see you again. Im sure you will enjoy every minute here.I know you are fond of swi

33、mming. 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 watch TV, play CDs or read books very comfortably at home.A mountain about two m

34、iles 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. There is no need for you to take anything. Ill prepare everything for you.I am loo

35、king forward to seeing you soon. 2002年1月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 Service on Campus You should write at least 120 words, and base your composition on the outline given in

36、 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、效劳等，可以是表扬，可以是批评建议，也可以兼而有之。January 12th, 2002Dear Mr. President,范文：January 12th, 2002Dear 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

37、 of the dishes should be improved. Undoubtedly, there are a lot of delicious dishes, but all the year round, they are the same. More and more students are complaining about eating the same food each day. So I think the most urgent problem is variety.Secondly, the price is a bit too high. Many of us

38、hope that the canteen can provide us with not only delicious but also cheaper food.Finally, the environment is so noisy that we cant enjoy our meals in good mood. I suggest that there be some soft music to help us relax.These suggestions are not just of my own, but also of may other students. We hop

39、e our respectable president will pay attention to our suggestions.By the way, the canteen workers are very patient and always smiling. So I think if our university offers them better conditions, they will offer us better service. Best wishes, Yours sincerely, Liming2002年6月Directions:  For this

40、part, you are allowed thirty minutes to write a composition on the topic: Student Use of Computers. You should write at least 150 words, and base your composition on the outline given in Chinese below:1. 上图所示为某校大学生平均每周使用计算机的时间: 1990年2 hours、1995年(4 hours)、2002年(14 hours)，请描述其变化；2. 请说明发生这些变化的原因可从计算机的

41、用途、价格或社会开展等方面加以说明；3. 你认为目前大学生在计算机使用中有什么困难或问题。Student Use of Computers范文：Students tend to use computers more and more nowadays. Reading this chart, we can find that the average number of hours a student spends on the computer per week has increased sharply. In 1990, it was less than 2 hours; and in 1

42、995, it increased to almost 4 hours; while in 2000, the number soared to 20 hours.Obviously computers are becoming more and more popular. There are several reasons for this. First, computers facilitate us in more aspects of life. Also, the fast development of the Internet enlarges our demands for us

43、ing computers. We can easily contact with friends in remote places through the Internet. Besides, the prices of computers are getting lower and lower, which enables more students to purchase them.Along with the time spent on computers, there arise some problems. The most serious one is that many stu

44、dents are spending so much time playing PC games so that they ignore their studies. It is urgent to let the students use computers in a proper way. 2003年1月Directions:  For this part, you are allowed thirty minutes to write a composition on the topic It Pays to Be Honest. You should write at lea

45、st 120 words according to the outline given below in Chinese.1. 当前社会上存在许多不老实的现象2. 老实利人利已，做人应该老实It Pays to Be Honest范文：Although honesty is believed to be a virtue, there are still dishonest people in our society. For example, some businessmen sell fake product to their consumers; some students cheat

46、in the exams.Dishonest people are short-sighted. Those who sell fake products may make money at first, but consumers wont buy their products any more. As a result, they will lose their fortune or even be sent to prison. By contrast, honest people gain a lot.Those who always tell truth or keep to the

47、ir promise not only let others trust them but gain respect from other people as well. Such persons are sure to have a lot of good friends. Because they are trustable and respectable, everyone is eager to make friends with them, Besides, it is easier for a person with a good record to get a good job.

48、 Generally speaking, every employer wants his employees to be honest. So we can say that anyone who is honest will be paid back later.In a word, honesty wins trust, respect and honor. So it is important that we should be honest.2003年6月 Directions: 假设你在某日某时某地目击一起车祸，就此写一份见证书。见证书须包括以下几点：1、车祸发生的时间及地点2、你

49、所见到的车祸情况3、你对车祸原因的分析An Eye-Witness Account of a Traffic Accident 范文：My name is Liming. I am studying at college. A week ago I saw a traffic accident , which is still vivid in my mind.It was at about 9:00 on Saturday morning, June 15th, when I went out of the university to visit a friend of mine at an

50、other university. I was walking leisurely on the sidewalk when I heard a loud crash of two vehicles just at the T-junction about 10 meters away. Two taxis crashed together. It was a traffic accident.?I went up and found that the two taxis were badly damaged. Both hoofs were out of shape. One door of

51、 a car was knocked off and lying on the road. One driver was blooding and another was shut in the taxi. Some people were trying to help the driver get out of the damaged car. One man was calling to the traffic policeman station. A lot of cars were jammed on the road.From the stopping track on the ro

52、ad, it is clear that the two taxis were driving too fast. But it is just one of the reasons. In my opinion, the taxi drivers are eager to take more passengers and make a little more money. On the other hand, both drivers don't show concern for one another. Both of them wanted to run in front of

53、another. Therefore, the accident is inevitable. So far, we should let the drivers keep it in their mind that a little slower, a little safer. Taking care of other's lives means taking care of your own life. 2003年9月Directions: 1.简单表达一下这位同学生病或受伤的情况2.同学、老师和我是如何帮助他/她的3.人与人之间的这种相互关爱给我的感受是 The Day My

54、Classmate Fell Ill (or Got Injured) 范文：During the SARS period in this spring, the year of 2003, one of my classmates, Li ming, was struck down by the virus and was immediately sent to hospital.The news spread quickly on campus. At first, we were terrified and wondered if we were infected too. Howeve

55、r, through our government's publicity on mass media, we gradually conquered the fear and set out to try out best to help her. Some teachers provided darly necessities while some students recorded the English class contents for him so that Li ming could not be left behind. With our care and conce

56、rn, Li ming recovered quickly.Such an incident teaches us a good moral. Our society is full of love, warm and peaceful, in which people-from man to woman, from individual to individual-lend others a hand. Just like a famous song goes, "the world will turn it to heaven only if everyone contribut

57、es a little." and I do believe that it's my great honor to live in this love-filled paradise! 2004年1月Directions: 1建议报考的专业及理由2报考该专业的根本条件3应当如何备考A Letter in Reply to a FriendDecember 27th, 2003Dear 范文：December 27, 2003DearWhen it comes to which major you should choose, I propose that you apply for the major of English. To begin with, English is the most popular language in the world, which is widely used in all fields such as teaching, translation, foreign trade and so on. Whats more, it goes without saying that English majors are more li