2013年6月的英语四级考试首次采用漫画作文形式,题目以图画结合对话的形式呈现,要求考生描述图画内容并围绕指定主题展开论述。此次考试共有三套题目,均围绕“重要性”展开,主题分别为:从小事做起的重要性、阅读文学作品的重要性、学习基本技能的重要性。以下从真题内容、写作结构及范文示例等方面展开分析:
一、真题内容及主题
1. 主题一:从小事做起的重要性
2. 主题二:阅读文学作品的重要性
3. 主题三:学习基本技能的重要性
二、写作结构与技巧
1. 描述图画(首段)
> We can see from the cartoon that a father advises his son to empty the dustbin before worrying about nuclear waste, highlighting the importance of starting with small tasks.
2. 论述主题(主体段)
列举2-3个理由,如积累经验、培养耐心、避免失败等。
通过正反案例(如注重基础技能者成功 vs. 忽视基础者失败)强化观点。
3. 总结升华(结尾段)
三、范文示例(以“从小事做起”为例)
首段:
> The cartoon depicts a father and his son discussing nuclear waste disposal. When the son expresses concern, the father points to a dustbin, saying, “If you can empty this, you can do anything.”
主体段:
> This conversation underscores the significance of small tasks. Firstly, mastering trivial tasks builds foundational skills and patience. For instance, a scientist’s groundbreaking discovery often stems from years of meticulous lab work. Conversely, those who neglect basics may fail to seize opportunities due to lack of preparedness.
结尾段:
> In conclusion, small actions are stepping stones to success. As Aristotle said, “Great achievement belongs to those who perfect small things.”
四、考生常见问题与建议
1. 审题偏差:部分考生因未仔细阅读题目中的提示词(如“importance of…”)而跑题。
2. 词汇障碍:关键词汇(如“literature”)理解错误导致偏题。
3. 结构松散:未按“描述—分析—总结”三段式展开,或忽略图画描述。
备考建议:
通过以上分析,考生可掌握漫画作文的核心要点,结合真题训练提升写作能力。