英语四级 作文复习.docx

1、英语四级 作文复习In Learning English, spelling receives the least attention among quite a few students nowadays. The reasons are simple but thought provoking.Topping the list (what comes first in the list) is the prevailing (overwhelming) use of computers to handle our daily paper work. Since many word proc

2、essing softwares are becoming increasingly powerful to correct almost all spelling mistakes, we tend to neglect the exact spelling of many words. Besides（in addition另外）, some people hold the notion that (=think, believe) as long as one is able to communicate in English, it is not at all important wh

3、ether he can spell the words he uses or not. Last but not least (First and foremost首先、首要地), our exams do not test spellings so much as they used to, shifting students attention to other aspects of English acquisition.Therefore, in order to change the situation, students should be encouraged to depen

4、d less on automatic spelling-check softwares. At the same time, teachers should highlight the importance of correct spelling, which, to a certain extent(一定程度上), indicates the degree of English level.There are many students who attach little significance (importance) to spelling in English learningTh

5、ere have (always) been different opinions on this issue. 对于这个问题人们一直以来看法不一。There will be thousands of visitors to the museum in the future. 未来将有数以千计的参观者参观这座博物馆。There is sure to be a solution to the problem. 这个问题一定会被解决。There is no doubt/denying that environmental protection is very important. 毋庸置疑，环境保

6、护十分重要。Compared with the bike, the car runs much faster.Compared with last year, the situation is greatly improved.Diligence is the key factor of success. Money is the root of all evils.Women fail to get the equal rights in some countries.有一些国家里妇女没有得到平行的权利。This is by no means (=not) the best way to s

7、olve the problem of energy crisis.这不是解决能源危机的最好的办法。They are not able/unable to take care of themselves, not alone/not to mention/ to say nothing of（更不用说） their parents.One test ends, but another is waiting for you. Some think(有人认为) that reading should be selective.Being rich doesnt ensure a happy lif

8、e.Believe it or not, .However, in this case, of course, the latter(后者)In the first place, in the second place, lastlyTo begin with, furthermore, finallyTo start with, in addition, finallyFirst and foremost, besides, last but not leastFor one thing, for another thingFor instance = for example 相反的比较：w

9、hereas, while, on the other hand, in contrast, instead, nevertheless.换言之：That is to say, in other words,结尾：Obviously, we can draw the conclusion that good manners arise from politeness and respect for others.Undoubtedly, it is high time that we took some measures to solve the problem.Accordingly, I

10、recommend that some measures be taken.Consequently, to solve the problem, some measures should be taken.A man is known by the company he keeps. 观其友知其人。 Friendship to human beings is what water is to fish. 友情对人来说如鱼不可离水。Birds of a feather flock together.物以类聚，人以群分。A hedge（篱笆） between keeps friendship g

11、reen.君子之交淡如水Dont judge a book by its cover.不要以貌取人Barking dogs seldom bite. 会叫的狗不咬人。Once bitten twice shy.一朝被蛇咬十年怕草绳Great minds think alike. 英雄所见略同。A good medicine tastes bitter. 良药苦口East or west, home is best.金窝银窝不如自己的狗窝Easier said than done.说起来容易作起来难 There is still a long way to go before the issue

12、 essentially All is well that ends well. 只有结尾好了才能说是真的结束了 (Well begun is half-done.)Dont put all your (our) eggs in one basket.No sweet without sweat.苦尽甘来=no pains, no gainsRome was not built in a day.Idle young, needy old.All roads lead to Rome.All things are difficult before they are easy.Nothing i

13、s impossible to a willing heart.God helps those who help themselves.自救者天助Wisdom in the mind is better than money in the hand.A journey of a thousand miles begins with the first step.Never too old to learn; never too late to turn.Pride goes before a fall.骄者必败One today is worth two tomorrow. 今日事今日毕Tas

14、tes differ.Actions speak louder than words.Strike the iron while it is hot. 趁热打铁Genius is nothing but labor and diligence.As a man sows, so he shall reap. 种豆得豆。Have a card up ones sleeve.Man proposes; God disposes.More haste, less speed.He who makes no mistakes makes nothing.Money makes the mare go.

15、Every advantage has its disadvantage. Dont put the cart before the horse.Jack of all trades, and master of none.All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy.As busy as a bee, as hungry as a bear, as proud as a peacock, as clear as crystal, as easy as ABC, as white as snow, as strong as a horse (lion)高

16、分句型Global warming is the toughest problem that many countries have ever met/encountered/faced.You cant be too careful when crossing the road.过马路的时候一定要小心leaves much to be desired 999（令人不满意）The condition of our traffic leaves much to be desired.我们的交通状况令人不满意。In summer it is very hot. That is the reason

17、 why I dont like this season.Powerful as internet is, it will by no means replace college education.By no means (On no account) can we ignore the value of knowledge.The more books we read, the more learned we become.There is no one but enjoys the music.(没有人不喜欢听音乐的)We should bring home to people the

18、value of hard work.让某人知道Taking exercise be closely related to health.Get into the habit of = make it a rule to （養成的习惯）We should get into the habit of keeping good hours.由于什么原因 due to / owing to / thanks to + 名词What an important thing it is to keep our promises!Reading does good to ones mind.读书对心灵有益O

19、verwork does harm to our health.Pose a great threat to （对造成一大威胁）Pollution poses a great threat to our survivor.Do ones utmost to = try ones best to We should do our utmost to achieve our goals in life.Such is human nature that 乃人之常情In the end, it was more than he could bear.Its more than I can forge

20、t 我实在是忘不了。Its more than we can bear/stand/forgiveA man/woman can never have too many ties/handbags 怎么作都不过分A person can never learn too much knowledge. 学海无涯Nothing can match them for speed and comfort. 什么也比不上XX的速度和舒适Say “Thank You” to Parents1) 很多大学生从未跟父母道过谢（现象）2) 请说明原因3) 你的建议According to a recent su

21、rvey involving over 3000 undergraduates, 35% of university students have never said “Thank You” to their parents. Their parents have done all they could to bring them up in the past score of years, but have never been rewarded with gratitude.The subjects claim such reasons as follows. First and fore

22、most, a quarter of interviewed students regard it as parents duty to support them spiritually and financially. And it is no necessary to express appreciation to their parents. However, the majority of youngsters is aware of their parents love but is not accustomed to saying “Thank you”. Some even fi

23、nd a generation gap between themselves and their parents, thus feeling reluctant to express their affection for their parents.In my opinion, extending thankfulness to our parents is a way of respecting them and their love. We should express our feelings directly and bravely, but whats more important

24、 is, we should do all that we can to reward them.Selfishness is a bit prevailing in university dormitories. Some never care about others needs or offer help to their roommates. Some even interrupt others normal daily life by speaking loudly, turning on the loudspeakers and telephoning at midnight.As

25、 only children in their families, most of them are the apples of their parents eye. They have been spoiled and are used to being satisfied. Therefore, they hardly pay any attention to others feelings initiatively. What they care about is how to meet their own demands and how to get what they need fr

26、om others. Moreover, selfish people do not know mutual respect and mutual help are keys to harmonies dormitory life.Selfishness erodes（腐蚀） youngsters mind and many well undermine破坏 their all-round development. Only when we become respectful and helpful to each other, can we create a healthy atmosphe

27、re for dormitory life.Recreational Activities1) 娱乐活动多种多样2) 娱乐活动可以使人们受益，也可能带来危害3) 作为大学，我认为With the development of society and the improvement of peoples living standard, we are exposed to a wide variety of recreational activities. There is a growing concern over the matter among the general public.Re

28、creational activities are indispensable if we are to remain physically and mentally healthy. The advantages are listless（好处不胜枚举）. In the first place, they can enrich our life and relieve us from the daily routine so that we can throw ourselves into work and study more energetically and with higher e

29、fficiency. In the second place, recreational activities can provide us with opportunities to make more friends and share our unique life experience. Undoubtedly, these recreational activities can also cause problems, one of which is the heavy addiction of adolescents to computer games at the expense

30、 of their school work.As a university student, I hold that certain recreational activities like sports, singing competition are really beneficial to us and we can take part in them on the condition that our time is well organized.Surely, those that do harm to us should be avoided.Should College Stud

31、ents Live on Campus1) 有些人喜欢住在学校的宿舍，因为2) 有些人喜欢住在校外，因为3) 我的看法There are an increasing number of students who choose to live off campus. Parents and university administrations voice concerns about security and the threat of off-campus lifestyle getting out of control. However, college students have thei

32、r own reasons for their choices.Some students prefer to live on campus for the following reasons. First, campus residents are closer to classes, the library, and other resources, so they are more likely to succeed in college and complete their bachelors degree in four years. Furthermore, living in a dormitory is a great opportunity to meet all kinds of new people and develop relationships with them,