China, as an ancient country, is characterized by its time-honored history and profound civilization. Nonetheless, a host of young Chinese are not fond of learning traditional culture. Instead, they are addicted to various video games. This phenomenon is particularly worth attention for the reason that this ignorant and short-sighted behavior has constituted an obstacle that hinders their growth and progress. Thus, as a college student, I deem that it is advisable for young people to seek wisdom and intelligence from ancestors. A case in point is me. I am keen on the poetry of the Tang Dynasty, which can bring me a sense of beauty, inspire my passion for historical knowledge, and help me broaden my horizons.
Accordingly, society as a whole should foster a positive atmosphere to learn traditional culture. We are supposed to bear in mind that history and traditions can be likened to a bridge, which links the past to the present.
显然，这两幅漫画可以让人想到两种截然不同的学习态度。在左图中，有一个男孩，手里拿着一部智能手机，声称：“玩游戏太有趣了。谁还背诗啊！”相反，在右图中，另一个少年正在专心致志地背诵一首唐诗。最后，可以注意到图片下方有几个汉字，其内容是传统文化应该得到保护。
作为一个古老的国家，中国的典型特征是拥有悠久的历史和深厚的文明底蕴。然而，许多中国年轻人并不喜欢学习传统文化。相反，他们沉迷于各种电子游戏。这种现象尤其值得关注，因为正是这种无知且短视的行为阻碍了他们的成长和进步。因此，作为一名大学生，我认为年轻人应该向其祖先寻求智慧和才智。我就是一个很好的例子，我喜欢唐诗，它能给我带来美感，激发我对历史知识的热情，并帮助我开阔眼界。
因此，整个社会应该营造一种学习传统文化的积极氛围。我们应该记住，历史和传统可以比作一座桥梁，连接着过去和现在。
话题2:机会和挑战
Directions: Write an essay of 160---200 words based on the following drawings. In your essay, you should
1)describe the drawings briefly,
2)explain the intended meaning, and
3)give your comments.
Your should write neatly on ANSWER SHEET 2.(20 points)
范文：
Apparently, these two drawings can be linked to two distinct life attitudes. In the left picture, there is a youngster, lying on a sofa and saying, "The challenge is beyond my ability. All my efforts will be in vain." On the contrary, in the right one, a young girl is working hard, with a thought in her mind: only with full preparation can I take on challenges and seize opportunities. Finally, several Chinese characters can be noticed below the pictures, which say "opportunities and challenges".
High achievers are featured with their various excellent qualities, such as confidence, diligence and courage to face challenges. However, in reality, a host of young people tend to give up when they see no hope. This phenomenon is particularly worth attention for the reason that it is their ignorant and short-sighted behavior that causes them to lose all their chances. As a matter of fact, this negative mindset has constituted an obstacle that hinders their progress and growth. Thus, I deem that it is advisable for us to do our utmost to make full preparation, which can bring us confidence, inspire our passion, and help us turn challenges into opportunities.
As a senior who is preparing for the national entrance examination for postgraduate studies, I bear in mind that every challenge is an opportunity. I am convinced that it is my efforts that will enable me to conquer fear and grasp opportunities.
显然，这两幅图可以与两种截然不同的人生态度联系在一起。在左图中，有一个年轻人躺在沙发上，说：“挑战太大，努力也没用。”相反，在右图中，一个年轻女孩正在努力学习，她心里想着：做好充分准备，才能不惧挑战、抓住机会。最后，可以注意到图片下方有几个汉字，上面写着“机会和挑战”。
成功者具有各种各样的优秀品质，如自信、勤奋和迎接挑战的勇气。然而，在现实中，许多年轻人在看不到希望的时候往往会放弃。这种现象尤其值得注意，因为正是他们无知且短视的行为导致他们失去了所有机会。事实上，这种消极心态已经成为阻碍他们进步和成长的障碍。因此，我认为，我们应该尽最大努力做好充分的准备，这可以给我们带来信心，激发我们的激情，并帮助我们将挑战转化为机遇。
作为一名正在准备全国研究生入学考试的大四学生，我牢记每一个挑战都意味着机遇。我相信正是我的努力使我能够克服恐惧，抓住机遇。
话题3:创新思维
Directions: Write an essay of 160---200 words based on the following drawings. In your essay, you should
1)describe the drawings briefly,
2)explain the intended meaning, and
3)give your comments.
Your should write neatly on ANSWER SHEET 2.(20 points)
These two drawings, apparently, can be associated with two distinct attitudes. In the left picture, there is a youngster, lying idlyon a sofa, with a question in his mind: how can I make innovation? On the contrary, in the right one, a scientist is experimenting, with an idea in his mind: only if I try will I figure out how to innovate.
From my perspective, innovation can be likened to a journey, leading to a promising future for humanity. Hence, if we intend to stay innovative, it is advisable for us to put ideas into practice instead of just thinking with no action. Why? Practice can bring us rich experience, inspire our passion for innovation, and help us find more possibilities. A case in point is me. As a senior who is preparing for the national entrance examination for postgraduate studies, I have tried many ways to enhance my efficiency in learning. Finally, it is my trying and practice that enabled me to innovate my learning methods.
Accordingly, everyone is supposed to bear in mind that innovation does not originate from thinking with no action. Instead, it is gained through trial and error. Therefore, society as a whole should foster a positive atmosphere to encourage people to put ideas into practice for the purpose of innovation.
显然，这两幅图可以令人联想到两种截然不同的态度。在左图中，有一个年轻人懒散地躺在沙发上，脑子里想着一个问题：怎样才能创新呢？相反，在右图中，一位科学家正在做实验，脑子里的想法是：得试试才知道如何创新！
在我看来，创新可以比作通向人类光明未来的道路。那么，如果我们想保持创新，我们应该把理论付诸实践，而不是只想不干。为什么？实践可以给我们带来丰富的经验，激发我们对创新的热情，帮助我们发现