休闲类.

　 1. What type of music do you enjoy the most and explain why?

　Sample answer: When talking about the type of music that I enjoy the most, the veryfirst one coming to my mind is light music. As for why, I suppose that’s mainly because whenever I listen to light music, I can get some relaxation. To be more specific, as a college student, I am always preoccupied with my academic studies and in this case, I amconfronted with overwhelming pressure. By listening to light music, I can release my stress and better focus on my future studies, thereby improving my study efficiency to a large extent.

　2. Your friend wants to travel for a year before starting university.

　Do you think it is a

　good idea?

　Sample answer: I definitely think it is a great idea for my friend to travel for a year before starting university. Coz you know, in this way, he can expand his view and enrich his life. To be more detailed, by traveling to different places, my friend can learn about multiple cultures, make a bunch of new friends and experience various lifestyles.And plus, traveling for one year can also help my friend to get some relaxation. Before attending college, he must be preoccupied with his academic studies all the time and in this case, he is confronted with overwhelming pressure. By traveling, he can release his stress and better focus on his future studies in college as well.

　3. If your school decided to open a cafe on campus. Do you agree or disagree?

　Sample answer: I definitely think it is a great idea for my school to open a café on campus. As for why, I suppose that’s mainly because this café will be an ideal place for students to get some relaxation. To be more specific, most students nowadays are usually tied up with their academic studies. In this case, they are confronted with overwhelming pressure. However, they can do tons of leisure activities in the café to release their stress, including having a nice chat with their friends, enjoying some soft music and surfing theinternet, to name just a few. In this way, they can unwind and better focus on their future academic studies, thereby improving their study efficiency to a large extent.

　4. Describe an activity you tried and enjoyed recently. Explain why it was enjoyable to you.

　Include reasons and example to support your response.

　 Sample answer: When talking about an activity I tried and enjoyed recently, the very first one coming to my mind is a trip to Japan. If my memory serves me right, it happened like 2 weeks ago. Back then, I took a trip there by myself. To be more specific, during my stay there, I went sightseeing and visited the most renowned local tourist attractions. And plus, I tasted the local food as well as took some fancy photos to capturethe natural beauty. Right before leaving there, I bought some souvenirs for my family as gifts.Well, honestly speaking, it was the very first time for me to take a trip abroad alone and this experience just sticks in my memory.

　5. When you have a vacation, do you prefer to go to someplace new or return to a place that you have been to before?

　 Sample answer: I definitely think it is a great idea for me to visit someplace new. As for why, I suppose that’s mainly because in this way, I can expand my view and enrich my life. To be more detailed, by traveling to somewhere new, I can learn about a different

　 culture, make a bunch of new friends and experience a new lifestyle. However, when it comes to returning to a place that I have been to before, it is a totally different picture.

　Specifically speaking, in that case, traveling becomes way too tedious.

　6．Some people prefer live music, while others prefer recorded music. Which do you prefer and why?

　 Sample answer: I definitely think it is a great idea for me to enjoy recorded music. As for why, I suppose that’s mainly because I can listen to recorded music at any time I want. To be more specific, as a college student, I am always preoccupied with my academic studies and in this case, I am confronted with overwhelming pressure. By listening to recorded music, I can get some relaxation and better focus on my future studies, thereby improving my study efficiency to a large extent. And plus, as a student, I also struggle with a tight budget and it is way too expensive for me to enjoy live music, but when it comes to recorded music, it is a totally different picture. I mean, it can even be downloaded for free online.

　7.Do you agree with the statement that: Artists and musicians are important to society?

　Sample answer: I definitely agree with the statement that artists and musicians are important to society. As for why, I suppose that’s mainly because their artworks and music can enrich our mental life to a large extent. To be more specific, nowadays, most people are always tied up with their jobs or academic studies. In this case, they are confronted with overwhelming pressure. By appreciating some artworks and listening to music, people can release their stress and better focus on their future work or studies. Say, I can take myself as an example. I have a strong passion for light music and in my leisure time, I often enjoy light music to unwind.

　 8. Some people play games for enjoyment. Some people play games just for winning. What about you? Please give your opinion and explanation.

　Sample answer: I definitely think it is a great idea for me to play games for enjoyment. Coz you know, in this way, I can get some relaxation. To be more specific, as a college student, I am always preoccupied with my academic studies and in this case, I am confronted with overwhelming pressure. By playing games for fun, I can release my stress and better focus on my future studies, thereby improving my study efficiency to a large extent. And plus, it will also make it possible for me to make a bunch of new friends. However, when it comes to playing games for winning, it is a totally different picture. I mean, in that case, playing games becomes way too tedious.

　9. Which one do you prefer: outdoor activities or indoor activities? Please include specific

　examples and reasons in your answer.

　Sample answer: I definitely think it is a great idea for me to do outdoor activities. Actually, I have a strong passion for such activities, including hiking, cycling and mountain climbing, to name just a few. As for why, I suppose that’s mainly because by doing those activities outdoors, I can enjoy some fresh air and get close to nature, which is beneficial to my health. And plus, as a college student, I am always preoccupied with my academic studies and in this case, I am confronted with overwhelming pressure. By doing outdoor activities, I can release my stress and better focus on my future studies, thereby improving my study efficiency to a large extent as well.

　经历类

　1. Describe a special experience that has changed you in a positive way. Explain how it changed you.

　Sample answer: When talking about a special experience that has changed me in a positive way, the very first one coming to my mind is the trip to Japan. As for why, I

　 suppose that’s mainly because this experience expanded my view to a large extent. If my memory serves me right, it happened like 2 years ago. Back then, I took a trip there by myself.To be more specific, during my stay there, I learned about a different culture, made a bunch of new friends and experienced a new lifestyle. Well, honestly speaking, it was the very first time for me to take a trip abroad alone and this experience just sticks in my memory.

　2. Describe an important day in your life. Explain why it is so important to you. Sample answer: When talking about an important day in my life, the very first one coming to my mind is the day when I traveled to Japan. As for why, I suppose that’s mainly because this experience expanded my view to a large extent. If my memory serves me right, it happened like 2 years ago. Back then, I took a trip there by myself. On that particular day, I went sightseeing and visited the most renowned local tourist attractions. And plus, I tasted the local food as well as took some fancy photos to capture the natural beauty.Well, honestly speaking, it was the very first time for me to take a trip abroad alone and this experience just sticks in my memory.

　3. Describe a time when you tried to do something that you had never done before. Explain what you did and why you did it. = 1= 2

　4. Describe a celebration you recently attended.

　 Sample answer: When talking about a celebration I recently attended, the very first one coming to my mind is my grandma’s 70th birthday party. If my memory serves me right, it happened like 3 weeks ago. Back then, all the members in my family got together in order to celebrate this big event. We had a family meal and prepared a lot of fancy gifts for my grandma. Well, honestly speaking, it was the very first time for me to attend such a family reunion and this special experience just sticks in my memory. You know, for most of the time, I am just preoccupied with my academic studies. In this case, I am confronted with overwhelming pressure and have little extra time to communicate with my family members, but this experience did strengthen our relationship to a large extent.

　5. Describe the most important decision that you have ever made. Please include specific details in your answer.

　Sample answer: When talking about the most important decision that I have ever made, the very first one coming to my mind is to further my studies in the United States next year. As for why I have made this decision, I suppose that’s mainly because it will definitely expand my view and enrich my future life. To be more specific, by studying in America, I can not only acquire useful knowledge, but also learn about a different culture, make a bunch of new friends and experience a new lifestyle. If my memory serves me right, I traveled to this country like 2 years ago and that travel experience just sticks in my memory.

　生活类：

　1. People face many difficulties in life. Which one of the following time periods is the most difficult for you? Childhood, teenage-hood, adulthood.

　Sample answer: When talking about the most difficult time period for me, the very first one coming to my mind is my teenage-hood. As for why, I suppose that’s mainly because I really feel stressed out in this period. To be more specific, as a teenager as well as senior high school student, I am always tied up with my academic studies. I have to workon tons of class assignments, including papers, presentations and research projects, to name just a few. In this case, I am confronted with overwhelming pressure and have little extra time for fun. However, when it comes to my childhood, it was a totally different picture. As my memory serves, it was a care-free time period for me.

　2. Talk about the things you do that will keep you healthy. Give examples and details in your explanation.

　 Sample answer: When talking about the things I do to keep healthy, the very first one coming to my mind is exercising on a regular basis. To be more specific, I have a strong passion for doing outdoor activities, including hiking, cycling and mountain climbing, to name just a few. By doing those activities, I can enjoy some fresh air and get close to nature, which is beneficial to my health conditions. And plus, I also have a balanced diet, because the human body needs all types of nutrition, such as vitamins, protein and carbon-hydrate, you know something like that. I guess that’s also the major reason why I have a good variety of foods every day.

　3. What can parents do to help their children have healthy lifestyles? Include specific reasons and details in your explanation. 此题可参考上题

　4. Which one do you prefer, shopping in a large store or shopping in a small store? Sample answer: I definitely think it is a great idea to shop in a large store. As for why, I suppose there are tons of reasons. To be more specific, by shopping in large stores, we have far more choices and the quality of products can also be guaranteed. However, when it comes to small stores, it is a totally different picture. I mean, we may end up buying some low-quality productions. And plus, nowadays, most large stores are department stores or even shopping centers and they are equipped with various facilities, like cinemas and restaurants, to name just a few. By shopping there, we can do other leisure activities to get some relaxation as well.

　5. Would you like to spend your free time with family members or rather being alone?

　Sample answer: I definitely think it is a great idea to spend my free time with family members. Coz you know, as a college student, for most of the time, I am preoccupied with my academic studies. In this case, I am confronted with overwhelming pressure and have little extra time to communicate with my family. In the long run, we may become loosely connected with each other. However, by spending my free time with them and doing some family activities, I can improve our relationship to a large extent. Plus, it is also a nice way for me to get some relaxation and better focus on my future studies, thereby improving my study efficiency to a large extent as well.

　6. Agree or disagree that modern people have a better lifestyle than people in the past. Sample answer: I disagree with the statement that modern people have a better lifestyle than those in the past. As for why, I suppose that’s mainly because most people nowadays are always preoccupied with their jobs or academic studies. In this case, they are confronted with overwhelming pressure and have little extra time to exercise on a regular basis. In the long run, they will suffer from tons of health problems. Say, I can take myself as an example. As a college student, I have to work on many class assignments, including essays, presentations and research projects, which really makes me stressed out.

　Well I definitely agree with the statement that modern people have a better lifestyle than those in the past ,as for why I suppose that's mainly because ,most people nowadays ,usually exercise on a regular basis which can definitely improve their health conditions to a large extent ,say I can take myself as an example ,you know I have a strong passion for doing outdoor activities including hiking cycling and mountain climbing ,to name just a few .By doing the outdoor activities I can enjoy some fresh air and also get close to nature ,and plus ,people in modern society also have a more balanced diet ,because they have realized the human body needs all types of nutrition ,like vitamins protein and carbohydrates ,you know something like that ,I guess that's also the major reason why they have a good variety of foods almost every day

　7. Some people prefer to write diaries or take photos to record things they've experienced.

　 Others don't. What is your opinion and why?

　 Sample answer: I definitely think it is a great idea for me to write diaries or take photos. As for why, I suppose that’s mainly because they can always remind me of some past experiences. Say, I can take my personal experience as an example. If my memory serves me right, it happened like 2 years ago. Back then, I took a trip to Japan. During my stay there, I went sightseeing and visited the most renowned local tourist attractions. I took a

　 lot of fancy photos to capture the natural beauty. Now, when I look at the photos I took, I can recall that wonderful travel experience.

　8. Some people prefer to live in one place most of their life. Other people prefer to move to different places from time to time. Which do you prefer and why?

　 Sample answer: I definitely think it is a great idea for me to move to different places from time to time. As for why, I suppose that’s mainly because it can expand my view and enrich my life to a large extent. To be more specific, by living in different places, I can learn about multiple cultures, make a bunch of new friends and experience various lifestyles. However, when it comes to living in the same place for most of my life, it is a totally different picture, because in that case, life becomes way too tedious and I don’t really want a lifestyle like that.

　9. Some people prefer to prepare meals at home; others like to eat out in restaurants.

　 Which do you prefer?

　Sample answer: I definitely think it is a great idea for me to eat out in restaurants. Coz you know, as a college student, I have to work on tons of class assignments, including papers, presentations and research projects, to name just a few. In this case, I am confronted with overwhelming pressure and have little extra time to cook at home. Eating out in restaurants is more time-saving and it can also help me to get some relaxation, as I prefer having meals in some fancy restaurants with good environment. Oh, I forgot to mention that I’m a foodie and I don’t have great cooking skills. By eating out, I can enjoy more tasty food.

　10. Some people like to get advice from parents or grandparents, while some people like to get help from their peers. Which do you prefer and why? Please include specific reasons and examples to support your answer.

　 Sample answer: I definitely think it is a great idea for me to get advice from parents or grandparents. As for why, I suppose that’s mainly because we belong to different generations and we tend to view things from different perspectives. In this case, they can always give me some new insight. I guess that’s also the major reason why I always consult my parents and grandparents for help when I encounter some difficulties or setbacks. However, when it comes to asking peers for help, it is a totally different picture, because we have similar experiences and their advice is of little value to me.

　 I definitely think it is a great idea for me to get advice from my peers ,as for why I suppose that's mainly because we belong to the same generation ,and we tend to view things from similar perspective ,in this case ,we can easily communicate with each other ,and their advice is more likely to be accepted ,I guess that's also the major reason why I always consult my peers for help ,what I encountered some difficulties or setbacks ,however when it comes to asking my parents or grandparents for help ,it is a totally different picture, because we belong to different generation s and We cannot easily communicate Due to the generation gap .

　11. Do you agree or disagree: Young people today know more about world events than their parents did before?

　 Sample answer: I agree with the statement that youngsters today know more about world events than their parents did before. As for why, I suppose that’s mainly because of the internet. To be more detailed, the advent of the internet makes it possible for young people today to search for whatever information they want online with a click of the mouse. Say, I can take myself as an example. In my leisure time, I often read some world news online. However, when it comes to our parents’ generations when they were still young, it was a totally different picture. Back then, the only way for them to learn about world events was reading newspapers, which was really inconvenient.

　12. Do you agree or disagree with the following statement that gifts people make by themselves are more meaningful than those bought in stores. Please use specific reasons and examples to support your response.

　 Sample answer: I definitely agree with the statement that gifts people make by themselves are more meaningful. Coz you know, handmade gifts are more sincere and

　 they can better express our feelings. Say, I can take my personal experience as an example. If my memory serves me right, it happened last year on my birthday. Back then, I received a handmade T-shirt from my best friend Jenny. She is an art student and she made the T-shirt all by herself. Well, honestly speaking, it was the very first time for me to receive a handmade gift, so I was more than excited and this experience just sticks in my memory.

　13. Some people prefer living in the city, while others prefer living in the countryside.

　 Which do you prefer and explain why?

　Sample answer: I definitely think it is a great idea for me to live in the city. As for why, I suppose that’s mainly because life in the city is far more convenient. To be more specific,cities are well equipped with modern facilities, including shopping centers, hospitals and schools, to name just a few. By living there, I can enjoy better education as well as medical service. Plus, living in the city, I have more opportunities for entertainment. You know, as a college student, I am always preoccupied with my academic studies. In this case, I’m confronted with overwhelming pressure. By doing some entertainment activities, I can get some relaxation and better focus on my future studies.

　学生与学业类

　1. Agree or disagree that university students should take part-time jobs.

　Sample answer: I definitely think it is a great idea for university students to take part-time jobs. As for why, I suppose there are tons of reasons.To be more specific, by taking part-time jobs, college students can earn some extra money to pay for their tuitions and living expenses, thereby reducing their parents’ financial burden to a large extent. And plus, they can meet with different people, make a bunch of new friends and develop their social skills while taking part-time jobs. Oh, I forgot to mention that working part time can help students acquire some valuable work experience, which will benefit their future career lives.

　2. Many students want to improve their grades. What suggestions do you have? Sample answer: When talking about the suggestions for students to improve their study records, the very first one coming to my mind is that they should join study groups. Coz you know, in this way, they can work on some difficult assignments together with their group members, thereby improving their study efficiency to a large extent. And plus, they should also take detailed notes in classes. In this case, they won’t be easily distracted and can better focus on lectures. Say, I can take my personal experience as an example. I pay much attention to taking notes while attending lectures and I also refer tomy detailed notes while reviewing for exams and it really works for me.

　3. Describe a good study habit you have that is different from other students’. Sample answer: When talking about a good study habit I have that is different from others, the very first one coming to my mind is listening to light music while studying, which I guess comes as a surprise to you. As for why, I suppose that’s mainly because it is a nice way for me to relax when I study. To be more specific, as a college student, I am always preoccupied with my academic studies. In this case, I am just confronted with overwhelming pressure. By enjoying light music, I can release my stress and better focus on my studies, thereby improving my study efficiency to a large extent.

　4. When you have a lot of assignments and projects to do, what study method would you use in order to finish them in time? = 3

　 5. Is it good or bad for students to work a year before they begin their study in university? = 1

　 6. Do you agree or disagree with the following statement？It is easier to be a teacher than to be a student?

　 Sample answer: I definitely agree with the statement that it is easier to be a teacher than

　 to be a student. As for why, I suppose that’s mainly because students are always stressed out. To be more specific, most students nowadays, especially senior high school students and college students, are always preoccupied with their academic studies. They have to work on tons of class assignments, including papers, presentations and research projects, to name just a few. In this case, they are usually confronted with overwhelming pressure and have little extra time for relaxation. However, when it comes to teachers, it is a totally different picture. I mean, they have far more time for relaxing when compared with students.

　 7. Do you agree or disagree with the following statement that it’s a good idea for first-year students in college to join a sports club.

　Sample answer: I definitely agree with the statement. Coz you know, first-year students are always preoccupied with their academic studies. They have work on tons of class assignments, including essays, presentations and research projects, to name just a few. In this case, they are usually confronted with overwhelming pressure. By joining a

　 sports club, they can not only improve their health conditions, but also get some relaxation and better focus on their future studies, thereby improving their study efficiency to a large extent. Plus, in a sports club, they can meet with different people, make a bunch of new friends and develop their social skills as well.

　8. Some teachers think that students should study in one place every day, while others think that students should be allowed to study in different places on different days.

　 Which do you prefer and why?

　Sample answer: I definitely think it is a great idea for students to study in one place every day, coz you know, in this case, they are already familiar with the environment and won’t be easily distracted. I mean, they can better focus on their studies, thereby improving their study efficiency to a large extent. However, when it comes to studying in different places, it is a totally different picture. There are way too many distractions for students and they cannot focus their attention. Say, I can take my personal experience as an example. I am used to studying in the school library every day and that really works for me.

　9. Some college students like to spend their free time studying another course or doing schoolwork. Others like to join a club and enjoy club activities. Which do you think is better and why? = 7

　 10. Some people believe that students should attend field trips such as visiting zoos, museums or parks to learn knowledge. Others believe that students should stay in classrooms to learn knowledge. What is your opinion and why?

　 Sample answer: I definitely think it is a great idea for students to learn by taking field trips, coz you know, it can expand their views and make it possible for them to acquire some knowledge that cannot be obtained from textbooks. To be more specific, by taking trips to zoos, they will learn about the good diversity of animal species. By visiting art museums, they can appreciate some high-quality fine art. Plus, some field trips like visiting parks can also help students to get some relaxation and better focus on their future studies, thereby improving their study efficiency to a large extent as well.

　11. When learning something new, some students like to take notes in classes while others prefer to listen to their teachers and take few or no notes. Which do you prefer and

　 why?

　 Sample answer: I definitely think it is a great idea for me to take detailed notes. As for why, I suppose that’s mainly because in this case, I won’t be easily distracted. I mean, I can better focus on the lecture, thereby improving my study efficiency to a large extent. However, when it comes to taking few notes, it is a totally different picture. I will be easily absent-minded and fail to focus my attention. And plus, with the detailed notes, I

　 can refer to them while reviewing for future exams and improve my grades as well. Say, at the end of last semester, when I was reviewing for the finals, the notes I took in classes really helped me a lot.

　12. Do you agree or disagree that teachers should encourage students to have class discussions? Give specific reasons and details in your answer.

　 Sample answer: I definitely think it is a great idea for teachers to encourage students to have class discussions. As for why, I suppose that’s mainly because discussions will make classes far more interesting and in this case, students won’t be easily distracted. I mean, they can better focus on the lecture, thereby improving their study efficiency to a large extent. And plus, most students nowadays are always preoccupied with their academic studies and have little extra time to communicate with their classmates. In the long run, they will become loosely connected with each other. By exchanging ideas in class discussions, they will have more opportunities to interact, thereby improving their relationship to a large extent.

　13. Some students tend to study in a large class while others prefer to study in small classes.

　 Which method of studying do you think is better for students and why?

　Sample answer: I definitely think it is a great idea for students to study in small classes, coz you know, in small classes, there are few students and teachers can pay enough attention to each of them, thereby improving the efficiency and effectiveness of their studies to a large extent. And plus, most students nowadays are always preoccupied with their academic studies and have little extra time to communicate with their classmates. In the long run, they will become loosely connected with each other. However, in small classes, because of the limited number of students, they can better interact with each other.

　 14. Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Students should study in a quiet place? Why?

　Sample answer: I definitely agree with the statement that students should study in a quiet place. As for why, I suppose that’s mainly because in this case, they won’t be easily distracted. I mean, they can better focus on their studies, thereby improving their study efficiency to a large extent. However, when it comes to studying in a noisy place, it is a

　 totally different picture. To be more specific, there are way too many distractions and they will become absent-minded. Say, I can take myself as an example. I am used to studying in the school library where I can enjoy a peaceful environment and that really works for me.

　15. When studying to prepare for an exam, some students like to study with other people, while others like to study alone by themselves. Which do you prefer and why? Sample answer: I definitely think it is a great idea for me to study alone. Coz you know, in this case, I won’t be easily distracted. I mean, I can better focus on my studies,

　 thereby improving my study efficiency to a large extent. However, when it comes to studying in groups with other people, it is a totally different picture. To be more specific, there are way too many distractions and I will become absent-minded. As my memory serves, at the end of last semester, I was preparing for the finals with my study group members. The thing is, we were so familiar with each other that we joked around, which affected our study efficiency.

　16. Some students prefer to study or work on difficult class assignments early in the morning. Other students prefer to do this type of work in the evening. Which do you prefer and why?

　 Sample answer: I definitely think it is a great idea for me to work on difficult assignments early in the morning. As for why, I suppose that’s mainly because I am really a morning person. By studying in the morning, I can better focus my attention and won’t be easily distracted, thereby improving my study efficiency to a large extent. However, when it comes to studying or working on difficult assignments in the evening, it is a totally different picture. Specifically speaking, I live in the dorm on campus and my roommates do tons of things in the evening, including playing video games, watching movies and talking loudly on the phone, to name just a few, which are really disturbing for me.

　17. Some teachers allow their students to ask questions about coursework or assignments by email. Some teachers prefer the students to ask these questions in person. Which do you prefer?

　 Sample answer: I definitely think it is a great idea for students to ask questions in person. As for why, I suppose that’s mainly because it can definitely improve the relationship between teachers and students. To be more specific, students nowadays are always tied up with their academic studies. They have to work on tons of class assignments, including essays, presentations and research projects, to name just a few. Teachers also have many jobs like grading students’ assignments and preparing for their lectures. In this case, they have little extra time to communicate with each other. In the long run, they may become loosely connected. By asking questions in person, they can interact with each other, thereby improving their relationship to a large extent.

　18. Do you agree or disagree with the following statement: It is essential for students to do some relevant internship before deciding their career.

　Sample answer: I definitely think it is a great idea for students to do some relevant internship before deciding their career. As for why, I suppose there are tons of reasons. To be more specific, in this way, they can acquire some valuable work experience, which will benefit their future career life. Plus, they can meet with different people, make a bunch of new friends and develop their social skills. Oh, I forgot to mention that while doing some internship, students have the opportunity to apply their theoretic knowledge into practice, thereby deepening their understanding of the expertise they have acquired.

　19. Do you agree or disagree with the statement that it's a waste of time for students to take courses outside their major fields?

　Sample answer: I disagree with the statement. As for why, I suppose that’s mainly because it will benefit students a lot if they take courses outside their majors. To be more specific, they can acquire a wider range of knowledge, thereby improving their competence to a large extent.Actually, competition nowadays in the job market has become increasingly fierce and it is out of the question for students to find good employment in the future without rich knowledge. Plus, taking courses outside their major fields also make possible for students to enrich their lives, because they can meet with different people, make a bunch of new friends and develop their social skills.

　20. Should students go to work without entering college?

　Sample answer: I disagree with the statement that students should go to work without entering college. As for why, I suppose that’s mainly because college education can benefit students a lot. To be more specific, by attending college and taking a variety of courses, students can acquire a wide range of knowledge, thereby improving their competence to a large extent. Actually, competition in the job market has become increasingly fierce and it is out of the question for students to find good employment without rich knowledge. Plus, college education can also enrich their lives, because they will meet with different people, make a bunch of new friends and develop their social skills as well.

　21. Some students prefer to study in a library. Others prefer to study at home or in dormitories. Which do you prefer and why?

　 Sample answer: I definitely think it is a great idea for me to study in a library. Coz you know, in this case, I can enjoy a quiet environment and I won’t be easily distracted. I mean, I can better focus on my studies, thereby improving my study efficiency to a large extent.

　 However, when it comes to studying at home or in the dorm, it is a totally different picture. There are way too many distractions and I will be absent-minded. You know, I live in the dorm on campus and my roommate are doing tons of disturbing things all the time, including playing video games, watching movies and talking loudly on the phone, to name just a few. In that case, I just can’t focus my attention.

　人物类

　1. Describe a special friend in your childhood and explain why the friend was important to you.

　 Sample answer: When talking about a special friend in my childhood, the very first one coming to my mind is Jenny. If my memory serves me right, I met this girl in my childhood when I was like 6 years old. Back then, we lived in the same neighborhood and I was kind of introverted before meeting this friend. To be more specific, I had few friends and never talked to strangers. Well, Jenny was the very first friend who I talked with. As for why we have become good friends, I suppose that’s mainly because we have some similar hobbies, including watching cartoons, playing video games and reading novels, to name just a few.

　2. Describe one of your best friends and explain how you met and became friends with each other. = 1

　 3. Describe your favorite musician. Explain why you like this person.

　Sample answer: When talking about my favorite musician, the very first one coming to my mind is Taylor Swift. As for why, I suppose that’s mainly because she is a great singer-composer and her music always makes me relaxed. To be more specific, I absolutely love the rhythms and melodies of her songs. You know, as a college student, I am always preoccupied with my academic studies and in this case, I’m just confronted with overwhelming pressure. By listening to her music, I can release my stress and better focus on my future studies, thereby improving my study efficiency to a large extent as well.

　4. Describe your least favorite musician. Explain why.

　Sample answer: When talking about my least favorite musician, the very first one coming to my mind is Wang Feng, who is a rock singer from the mainland of China. As for why, I suppose that’s mainly because I dislike his music style, rock music, which is way too noisy for me. You know, as a college student, I am always preoccupied with my academic studies. I have to work on tons of assignments, including essays, presentations and research projects, to name just a few. In this case, I am confronted with overwhelming pressure. While listening to music, I hope to get some relaxation, but the music from Wang Feng makes me feel tense and annoyed.

　5. Describe your favorite artist. Explain why.

　 Sample answer: When talking about my favorite artist, the very first one coming to my mind is Van Gogh, a world-renowned painter. As for why I like him, I suppose that’s mainly because I absolutely love his artworks, especially the use of pigments as well as powerful strokes in his paintings. Specifically speaking, as a college student, I am always preoccupied with my academic studies. In this case, I am confronted with overwhelming pressure. However, by appreciating the artworks from Van Gogh, I can get some relaxation and better focus on my future studies, thereby improving my study efficiency to a large extent as well.

　6. Describe your favorite artwork. Explain why you like it.

　 Sample answer: When talking about my favorite artwork, the very first one coming to my mind is a painting called The Starry Night, which is a masterpiece from Van Gogh, a world-renowned painter. As for why I like this painting, I suppose that’s mainly because I absolutely love the use of pigments as well as the powerful strokes in it. Specifically speaking, as a college student, I am always preoccupied with my academic studies. In this

　 case, I am confronted with overwhelming pressure. However, by appreciating this artwork from Van Gogh, I can get some relaxation and better focus on my future studies,thereby improving my study efficiency to a large extent as well.

　7. One of your friends has been offered a job in a town far away from home. Do you think your friend should take this job?

　 Sample answer: I definitely think it is a great idea for my friend to take this job far away from home. As for why, I suppose that’s mainly because by working far from home, he can cultivate his self-independence and expand his view as well. To be more detailed, working in a new place, he can learn about a different culture, make a bunch of new friends and experience a different lifestyle. However, when it comes to working and living near home, it is a totally different picture. I mean, it is more than tedious to live in the same place for many years and have the same circle of friends all the time.

　Well I disagree with The statement that my friend should takethe job far away from home .As for why I suppose it's mainly because,you know in that case he will have fewer opportunity to communicate with his family and friends .To be more specific .Nowadays most people especially youngsters like us, are always preoccupied with their academic studies of jobs . In this case they are confronted with overwhelming pressure .And had little extra time to communicate with friends and family membrers .In the long run ,they will become loosely connected with each other .So if my friend really work far away from home .He will also become loosely connected with his parents . However when it comes to taking a job near home ,It's a totally different picture .I mean in that case .His family relation can be strengthened to a large extent .

　8. A friend of yours wants to take a gap year and have a job before he enters university.

　 What do you think are the advantages and disadvantages of his decision?

　 Sample answer: When talking about the advantages of taking a gap year to work before entering university, the very first one coming to my mind is that my friend can definitely expand his view and spice his life to a large extent. Specifically speaking, in this way, he can meet with different people in society, make a bunch of new friends and develop his social skills. Plus, he can earn some extra money to pay for his future tuitions, thereby reducing his parents’ financial burden to a large extent. As for the disadvantages, you know, he will be used to the life in the job market and find it difficult to focus on his studies, thereby affecting his study efficiency.

　9. Your friend has suddenly received a lot of money. What do you think is the best way for your friend to spend this money?

　Sample answer: When talking about the best way for my friend to spend the money, the very first one coming to my mind is that he can use the money to travel all over the world. As for why, I suppose that’s mainly because it will definitely expand his view and spice his life to a large extent. To be more specific, by visiting different places, he can learn about multiple cultures, make a bunch of new friends and experience various lifestyles. Say, I can take myself as an example. I have a strong passion for traveling and every year during my vacations, I would like to travel abroad with my family and that really broadens my horizon.

　10. What do you think are the good ways to make new friends?

　Sample answer: When talking about the good ways to make new friends, the very first one coming to my mind is joining clubs. As for why, I suppose that’s mainly because in this way, we can make a bunch of new friends sharing the same interest with us. Say, I can take my own experience as an example. If my memory serves me right, I joined the cycling club on campus in my freshman year in college and I made a lot of new friends who also have a strong passion for cycling. Plus, it is also a great idea to make friends online. Actually, most people nowadays, especially some youngsters, are usually preoccupied with their academic studies. In this case, they have little extra time to communicate with their friends in real life face to face. However, with a click of the mouse, they can chat with new friends online.

　11. If one of your friends helped you move to your new apartment. What will you do toexpress your appreciation? Please include reasons and details to support your response. Sample answer: When talking about how I will express my appreciation to a friend who helped me move to my new apartment, the very first one coming to my mind is throwing a house warming party and inviting him to the party. As for why, I suppose that’s mainly because in this way, both of us can get some relaxation and have much fun. To be more specific, as students, we are always preoccupied with our academic studies and in this case, we are confronted with overwhelming pressure. By throwing a party, we can release our stress. Plus, we can bring some new friends to the party as well and enlarge our social circles.

　技能类

　技能学习可以通过以下几种万能方法：

　(1)I can take a training course. In this way, I will obtain some professional instructions.

　 (2) Plus, I can refer to the resources online to teach myself.

　 (3) Oh, I forgot to mention that I will definitely practice the skill a lot in my leisure time.

　 You know what they say? Practice makes perfect.

　 1. Which kind of skill do you admire the most? Sport skill，language skill， or art skill.

　Please include specific details and reasons in your answer.

　 Sample answer: When talking about the skill that I admire the most, the very first one coming to my mind is art. As for why, I suppose that’s mainly because art can spice my mental life and help me to relax. Actually, I have a strong passion for painting and if my memory serves me right, I used to learn traditional Chinese painting in my childhood and now it has become my hobby. You know, as a college student, I am always preoccupied with my academic studies and in this case, I’m confronted with overwhelming pressure. By appreciating some artworks, I can release my stress and better focus on my future studies as well.

　2. Describe a skill you are good at, for example, painting or a kind of sport, and explain why it is important to you. Please include specific examples and details in your explanation.

　Sample answer: When talking about a skill I am good at, the very first one coming to my mind is painting. As for why it is important to me, I suppose that’s mainly because it can spice my mental life and help me to relax. Actually, I have a strong passion for painting

　 and if my memory serves me right, I used to learn traditional Chinese painting in my childhood and now it has become my hobby. You know, as a college student, I am always preoccupied with my academic studies and in this case, I’m confronted with overwhelming pressure. By painting some artworks, I can release my stress and better focus on my future studies as well.

　3. Talk about an experience of learning something new. What difficulties did you have to overcome and how did you learn it?

　 Sample answer: When talking about the experience of learning something new, the very first one coming to my mind is the time when I learned cooking. If my memory serves me right, it happened like 2 years ago during a summer vacation. You know, it was the very first time for me to try something like that and I was really inexperienced. To be more specific, I even had difficulty in telling sugar from salt. In that case, I decided to take a training course about cooking, because in this way, I could obtain some professional instructions. Plus, I practiced cooking almost every day. You know what they say? Practice makes perfect. Eventually, I just made it.

　4. Talk about a skill that you have mastered but you still want to improve. Explain whyand how you can improve it.

　 Sample answer: When talking about a skill I have mastered but still want to improve, the very first one coming to my mind is cooking. As for why, I suppose that’s mainly because I’m a foodie and I hope to enjoy more tasty food. Plus, next year, I will further my studies in the United States. Perhaps I cannot adapt to the diet in this country. By improving my cooking skills, I can better take care of myself during my stay there. In terms of how I will improve my cooking skills, I plan to take a training course, because in this way, I can obtain some professional guidance and I will also practice a lot in my leisure time. You know what they say? Practice makes perfect.

　5. Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? It is necessary for young childrento learn how to draw or paint.

　 Sample answer: I definitely think it is a great idea for children to learn how to draw or paint. As for why, I suppose that’s mainly because they can benefit a lot from doing so.

　 Specifically speaking, painting can cultivate their imagination and creativity to a large extent. Say, I can take my personal experience as an example. You know, I have a strong passion for painting and if my memory serves me right, I started to learn traditional Chinese painting in my childhood when I was like 6 years old. Sometimes I sat in front of the sketchpad for several hours, which really fostered my patience. Now, painting has become my hobby and it has spiced my life as well as helped me to get some relaxation.

　 高科技类高科技，尤其是互联网，对人们生活的积极影响从下面三个角度展开会超简单哦：

　(1) Spice our lives to a large extent, because people can do tons of leisure activities online, including watching movies, playing video games and listening to their favorite music, to name just a few.

　 (2) Shorten the distance among us: most people nowadays are always preoccupied with their jobs or studies and have little extra time to communicate with their friends face to face in real life. However, they can easily chat online or text each other.

　 (3) Improve our study or work efficiency: the advent of the internet makes it possible for people to search for whatever information they want online with a click of the mouse.

　 1. Describe how cellphones have changed people’s lives.

　 Sample answer: When talking about how cellphones have changed people’s lives, the very first one coming to my mind is that they have spiced our lives to a large extent. To be more specific, nowadays, most people use smart phones and they can do tons of leisure activities on their phones, including watching movies, playing video games and listening to their favorite music, to name just a few. And plus, cellphones can also shorten the distance among us. You know, most people nowadays are always preoccupied with their jobs or studies and have little extra time to communicate with their friends face to face in real life. However, they can easily call or text each other.

　2. Choose ONE of the forms of the technology in the list and tell how it has changed people's lives in your country? a) The airplane b) The computer c) The Television Sample answer: When talking about the technology that has changed people’s life in my country, the very first one coming to my mind is the computer. As for why, I suppose that’s mainly because it can spice our lives to a large extent. To be more specific, people can do tons of leisure activities on their computers, including watching movies, playing video games and listening to their favorite music, to name just a few. And plus, computers can also shorten the distance among us. You know, most people nowadays are always preoccupied with their jobs or studies and have little extra time to communicate with their friends face to face in real life. However, they can easily chat online, thereby improving their relationship.

　When talking about the technology that has changed people's lives in china .The very first one come to my mind is the airplane .As for why I suppose it's mainly because the airplane has spices our life to a large extent . You know the advent of the plane

　make it possible for people to travel abroad all over the world .To be more specific .By visiting different countries,we can learn about multiple cultures ,make a bunch of new friends and experience various lifestyles .See I can just take my personal experience as an example .If my memory serves me right, last year in October, I took a trip to japan by air .And I think this trip by air was real eye-opener(broaden my horizons )

　3. Talk about the advantages and disadvantages of children playing computer games. Give your opinion and explain with details.

　The advantages for children to do something:

　(1) Develop their hands-on skills and self-independence.

　(2) Improve their intelligence/Cultivate their imagination and creativity

　(3) Foster their team spirit and make it possible for them to make a bunch of newfriends, which will be beneficial for their future development.

　 (4) Improve their relationship with parents. Actually, most parents nowadays are alwayspreoccupied with their jobs and have little extra time to communicate with theirchildren. In the long run, they will become loosely connected with each other. By…together, they will have more opportunities to interact, thereby strengthening theirrelationship to a large extent.

　 Sample answer: When talking about the advantages for children to play computer games, the very first one coming to my mind is that they can improve their intelligence in this way. Plus, children usually play computer games with others online, so they can foster their team spirit and make a bunch of new friends, which will be beneficial for their future development. As for the disadvantages, well, if children are addicted to computer games, their academic studies will definitely be affected. What’s more, if they stare at the computer screen for a long time, it will also be detrimental to their vision.

　4. Do you agree or disagree with the following statement: technology has made people's life a lot easier than before? 独立写作高科技常考的原题！以上三点素材可以直接套用。

　家庭活动类

　所有家庭活动都可以套用两类素材：

　家庭旅游

　+家庭团聚

　1.Describe a special event or occasion that you have participated in with your family or

　 friends. Give Specific details and examples to explain your answer.

　 Sample answer: When talking about a special event that I have participated in with my family, the very first one coming to my mind is a family trip. If my memory serves me right, it happened like 2 months ago. Back then, we took a trip together to Japan. To be more specific, during our stay there, we went sightseeing and visited the most renowned local tourist attractions. And plus, we tasted the local food as well as took some fancy photos to capture the natural beauty. Right before leaving there, we also bought some souvenirs. Well, honestly speaking, it was the very first time for me to take a trip abroad with my family members and this experience just sticks in my memory.

　2. Describe a family activity that you enjoy doing the most. Please use specific reasons and example to support your response.

　 Sample answer: When talking about the family activity that I enjoy doing the most, the very first one coming to my mind is taking family trips. As for why, I suppose that’s mainly because it can strengthen our family relationship and also expand my view. To be more specific, by traveling to different places, I can learn about multiple cultures, make a bunch of new friends and experience various lifestyles. Plus, as a college student, I am usually preoccupied with my academic studies and have little extra time to communicate with my family. In the long run, we may become loosely connected with each other. By traveling together, we have more opportunities to interact, thereby improving our relationship to a large extent.

　3. Talk about an activity you enjoyed doing with your family when you were a child, and explain you answer in details.

　 Sample answer: When talking about an activity that I enjoyed doing with my family in my childhood, the very first one coming to my mind is taking family trips. As for why, I suppose that’s mainly because it could improve our family relationship and expand my view. To be more specific, by traveling to different places, I could learn about multiple cultures, make a bunch of new friends and experience various lifestyles. And plus, at that

　 time, my parents were usually preoccupied with their jobs and had little extra time to communicate with me. In the long run, we would become loosely connected with each other. By traveling together, we had more opportunities to interact, thereby improving our relationship to a large extent.

　三选一

　1. What kind of volunteer work are you interested in? Gardening in the community，doing activities with children or cleaning a place in the city?

　 Sample answer: When talking about the volunteer work that I am interested in, the very first one coming to my mind is doing activities with children. As for why, I suppose that’s mainly because it’s more than interesting and can help me to get some relaxation. To be more specific, as a college student, I am always preoccupied with my academic studies. I have to work on tons of class assignments, including essays, presentations and research projects, to name just a few. By doing activities with children, I can release my stress. Plus, most parents nowadays are tied up with their jobs and have little extra time to care about their children. I guess that’s also the major reason why children feel lonely and my company will make them feel better.

　2. Which of the following profession would you like to have? Lawyer, veterinarian or restaurant owner? Explain your answer in details.

　Sample answer: When talking about the profession that I would like to have, the very first one coming to my mind is restaurant owner, which I guess comes as a surprise to you. As for why, I suppose that’s mainly because I am a foodie, and by opening a restaurant, I can enjoy more tasty food. Plus, most people nowadays are always preoccupied with their jobs or studies. I guess that’s also the major reason why they have little extra time to cook by themselves and choose to eat out in restaurants. Therefore, by opening a restaurant, I can definitely earn a large sum of money.

　3. Among the following three professions, which one do you think makes the greatest contribution to our society? Elementary school teacher, nurse or artists. 选artists，同休

　闲类话题第7题

　4. Which type of movie you like watching the least? Action, romance or science-fiction?

　 Include specific reasons and details in your explanation.

　 Sample answer: When talking about the type of movie that I like watching the least, the very first one coming to my mind is science fiction. As for why, I suppose that’s mainly because science fictions movies are fictitious and they are more than tedious for me. You know, as a college student, I am always preoccupied with my academic studies. I guess that’s also the major reason why I am confronted with overwhelming pressure. Whenever I watch movies, I just want to get some relaxation, but science fiction movies never make me feel relaxed. However, when it comes to action movies or romance movies, it is a totally different picture, coz they have interesting plots and a good storyline.

　 5. Which one of the following jobs do you like to do the most? University professor, environmental expert, or businessman?

　Sample answer: When talking about the job that I like to do the most, the very first one coming to my mind is businessman. As for why, I suppose that’s mainly because being a businessman, I will have more opportunities to take business trips and visit different

　 places in the world, which will definitely expand my view and spice my life to a large extent. Specifically speaking, by visiting different places, I can learn about multiple cultures, make a bunch of new friends and experience various lifestyles. However, when it comes to being a university professor or environmental expert, it is a totally different picture. I mean, those jobs are way too tedious for me.

　政府和社会问题类

　1. Nowadays, air pollution is a common problem in many places. What can people do to reduce air pollution?

　 Sample answer: When talking about what people can do to reduce air pollution, the very first one coming to my mind is taking public transport like the bus or the subway, to name just a few. As for why, I suppose that’s mainly because in this way, carbon dioxide emission will decline. And plus, they can choose to use more recyclable products like recyclable shopping bags. Say, I can take myself as an example. I have a driver’s license and a car, but I seldom drive my private car. Every time when I go shopping, I refuse to use the plastic shopping bags in supermarkets or shopping centers as well.

　2. Talk about one thing our government can do to improve the educational system in your country. Give details and examples in your answer.

　Sample answer: When talking about what our government can do to improve the educational system in my country, the very first one coming to my mind is that the government can spend money helping secondary schools open a better variety of classes. As for why, I suppose that’s mainly because it can improve students’ competence to a large extent. To be more specific, by taking various classes, students can develop their comprehensive abilities and acquire a wide range of knowledge. Actually, competition nowadays in the job market has become increasingly fierce and it is out of the question for them to find a nice job in the future without a good range of knowledge.

　教育类

　1. Agree or disagree that parents are children’s most important teachers. Sample answer: I disagree with the statement that parents are children’s most important teachers. As for why, I suppose that’s mainly because parents in modern society seldom have the time to care about their children. To be more specific, they are always preoccupied with their jobs and in this case, they are confronted with overwhelming pressure and have little extra time to communicate with their children. In the long run, they may become loosely connected with each other. In this case, it is out of the question for parents to make the most important teachers in their children’s lives.

　2. Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Children should be required to help with household tasks as soon as they are old enough to do so. Please use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.独立写作原题

　Sample answer: I definitely agree with the statement that children should be required to do some housework. As for why, I suppose there are tons of reasons. To be more specific, it can develop their hands-on skills and self-independence. What’s more, if they do some household tasks together with their parents, it can improve their relationship to a large extent. Actually, most parents nowadays are always tied up with their jobs and have little extra time to communicate with their children. In the long run, they may become loosely connected with each other. By doing housework together, they have more chances to interact, thereby strengthening their relationship.

　3. Do you agree or disagree that in order to be successful, a person must study in university?

　Please give your answer with specific examples and details. = 学业类话题第20题

　物品类

　Describe a book you have read and is important to you. Explain why.

　Sample answer: When talking about the book I have read and is important to me, the very first one coming to my mind is a book about traveling. As for why it is important to me, I suppose that’s mainly because I have a strong passion for traveling and content in this book is more than useful to me. If my memory serves me right, I read this book like 2 years ago. To be more specific, this book introduces the most famous travel destinations/tourist attractions all over the world and includes some detailed descriptions about travelers’ experiences. Therefore, by reading this book, I expanded my view to a large extent.

　Some people set a lot of career goal in their life .So what is your dream job that you would like to have in your future ?

　 When talking about the dream job that I would like to have in my future ,the very first one coming to my mind is to become a tour guide ,an international tour guide. You know as for why I suppose it's mainly because By doing this job I will have the chance to travel abroad all over the world .To be more specific ,I have a strong passion for travelling .And by visiting different countries ,I can just learn about multiple cultures make a bunch of new friends and experience various lifestyle .