markets. Increasing numbers of college graduates are finding themselves in a situation where too many jobseekers are fighting for survival. Our class has had a heated discussion on this problem. Students have different ideas. 70% of them think it makes sense that they realize an early employment by lowering their income expectations, thus reducing the burden on their families. They also believe there‘re better opportunities for development if they go to work in the west or rural areas. 20% of them consider full employment an unrealistic goal, so they choose to continue their further study or go to vocational schools to learn some practical skills to make better preparations for future careers. Finally, the rest 10% determine to set up their own businesses.
As for me, I think after a series of timely measures taken by the government, we are confident about and capable of overcoming the current difficulties and challenges and the employment prospects for graduates will be better soon. So all we need to do now is plan and act in ways that reflect the reality, to assure that we make full use of our talent and skills.
Passage 27
(浙江金华一中2008—2009学年度第二学期高三2月月考) 某明星最近卷入一起丑闻，他代言的某产品经检验被视为虚假广告。此事在你校学生中引起很大反响。大家对―该不该买明星促销的商品‖这一问题进行了讨论。看法各不相同。请根据下表提示写一篇短文，介绍讨论的情况，并阐述你的看法（至少两点）。
Yes 1） 大多数明星很关心代言产品的质量 2） 买明星促销的商品是支持偶像的一种方式 No 1） 有的明星作广告见利忘义 2） 推销的产品并非适合每个人 字数：120字左右（短文的开头部分已给出，不计字数） 参考词汇：促销 promote
A famous star was involved in a scandal（丑闻） when the product he spoke for was found to be ineffective. This brought a great reaction from the students in our school.
【参考范文】
Opinions are divided on the problem about whether we should buy products promoted by a star.
Some students say that they prefer to buy products promoted by a star because most of them care about the quality of the products they are going to advertise. Besides, buying those products is a way to support the stars they like.
However, others express their opposite opinions. They think what some stars really care when they make an advertisement is money but not the quality of the product. In addition, the product that a star advertises is not necessarily suitable for everyone.
In my opinion, we should be cool and sensible while choosing a product. The main aspect we
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are supposed to consider is not the advertisement or the star but the quality of products and their real usefulness in our daily life.
Passage 28
(黑龙江大庆市高三年级第一次教学质量检测试题)
假设你是李华，最近某英文报正在讨论―每天是否应该留家庭作业(Is daily homework necessary?)‖这一问题。以下表格内容是你所在班级讨论的情况。请你给该报编辑写一封作
映讨论结果，并表明你自己的看法。 70%同学赞成 复习课上所学内容； 增进理解与记忆 提高时间管理与安排的能力 30%同学反对 减少与家人相处时间； 减少参与其他活动的机会 感到疲乏，学习兴趣降低。 你的看法 ？ 注意：
1、词数100左右；
2、可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯；
3、信的开头和结尾已给出，但不计入总词数。
February 24，20
Dear Editor， Recently our class have had a discussion about whether it is necessary to had daily homework. Different classmates have different opinions .
Yours, truly Li Hua
【参考范文】 Dear Editor,
Recently our have had a discussion about whether it is necessary to have daily homework． Different classmates have different opinions．
70％ of my classmates are willing to accept daily homework．They think homework helps them review what has been taught in class．Besides，by doing daily homework, they can better understand and memorize their lessons．Furthermore，their skills in managing time call also be improved．
However,30％ of the students have different ideas．They believe that homework reduces their amount of time with their families，not to mention the time for other activities．With much homework to do, students feel tired, and will gradually lose interest in their lessons．
In my opinion, daily homework is necessary, but it must serve a purpose and be fit for a student‘s ability．Also，the amount of homework should be limited．
Yours，truly Li Hua
Passage 29
(吉林市普通中学2008—2009学年度高中毕业班下学期期中复习检测) 阅读下面的文字，用英语写一篇100词左右的短文。
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许多老师和家长都希望高三的同学能住校学习，而很多同学却喜欢走读。假设你是李华，请根据下面表格中所提供的信息和你个人的看法，给某中学生英语报写一封信介绍有关情况。 老师和家长的观点 1. 方便问问题 2. 充分利用时间 3. 培养独立生活的能力 同学们的观点 1. 往返走读可以得到放松 2. 在家安静，学习效率高 3. 学习内容可以自由安排 你的观点 …… 注意：
1. 信的格式已写好，但不记入总词数。 2. 参考词汇：住宿 board v. Dear Sir,
I‘m a student of Senior 3. I am writing to tell you about the discussion we‘ve had about whether to board in the school or at home.
Yours, Li Hua
【参考范文】 Dear Sir,
I‘m a student of Senior 3. I am writing to tell you about the discussion we‘ve had about whether to board in the school or at home.
Many of our parents and teachers ask us to board in the school. They say it will be very convenient for us to ask questions whenever necessary. Besides, they think it‘s possible for us to make full use of our time and develop our ability to be independent.
However, we students have our own thoughts. On our way to school or back home, we can get relaxed. It is quiet at home and we can study efficiently. What‘s more, whatever we want while staying at home, we can be free to learn .
In my opinion, it is a better idea to stay at home in the evening.
Yours, Li Hua
Passage 30
(浙江省杭州二中2009届高三第五次月考) 目前中学生中，尤其是高三阶段，家长陪读之风盛行，有的家长甚至不惜辞职或请长假。请你就此事发表你的观点，内容包括以下几点： 益处 不利影响 你的态度 给孩子做可口的饭菜，洗衣服，从而让孩子有更多的时间学习和休息。 增加家庭经济负担；给学生造成许多精神压力；孩子的独立生活能力得不到培养。 约120个字；开头已给出，不计入总词数。
Nowadays many parents decide to leave their work in order to keep their children company in schools when they reach Senior Three. __________________________________ 【参考范文】
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Passage 31
(福建省厦门外国语学校2009届高三最后一次模拟（英语）)
根据下列图示, 以 ―The New Grading System in Our School‖为题, 为某一中学英语报写一篇短文, 说明你校目前新课改中的这一举措以及你对学校实施这一举措的认识。
要求: 词数120字左右, 开头已为你写好, 不计人总词数 参考词汇: 评分体制grading system 参与participation（n.） ① tests ② notes ③ homework ④ class participation ⑤ team work 【参考范文】
The New grading system in Our School
In order to help students develop their abilities in all fields, our school now has asked the teachers to make some changes in the grading system. This chart shows how it works. The students‘ final score will be made up of 5 parts. About 30% of it will come from their test results. The rest of the score is decided by the performances of the students in the following parts: 20% comes from your notes, and another 20% is decided by how you do your homework. If you take an active part in classroom activities, you can get another 20% of the score. Teamwork in class is also important. If you want a higher score, you should be good at working together with your classmates.
In my opinion, our school has made a good decision. To begin with, this new grading system has changed the way the students‘ performances in school only depended upon their test results. Secondly, it will certainly help to improve ourselves in many ways.
Passage 32
(湖北省钟祥六中2009年高三高考冲刺最后一卷)
假如你是高中三年级的学生李华，你在学校组织了一项“有烦恼向谁说”的调查活动。
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请用英语给校报编辑写一封信，反映相关情况。内容包括：调查结果（如图所示）、持相应想法的理由及你对调查结果的看法。
注意：1．信的开头和结尾已经给出。
2．词数100词左右。 Dear Editor,
I am a Senior Three student. Recently we have carried out a survey — ―To whom do you go when in trouble?‖ The results are as follows. _______________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________
Yours sincerely,
Li Hua
【参考范文】 Dear Editor,
I am a Senior Three student. Recently we have carried out a survey—―To whom do you go when in trouble?‖ The main findings are as follows.
61% of the students surveyed select friends or schoolmates as their ideal listeners when they have trouble, the reason of which is that they are in the same age group and have a better understanding of each other. Another 22% choose teachers and parents to talk to. They suggest that teachers and parents are rich in life and educational experiences. Nevertheless, there are also 17% who don‘t share their troubles at all．They say that their troubles are none of others‘ business. Others find it hard to get along with others.
It is not easy to reach definite conclusions based on such a small example. However, some general comments can be made. It seems clear from the response that some students lack communication with others and teachers and parents need to play a more important role in their lives.
Yours sincerely,
Li Hua
Passage 33
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