2015 National Entrance Test of English for MA/MS Candidates
Section II Writing (Part A)
Section II Writing
Part A
46. Directions:
You are going to host a club reading session. Write an email of about 100 words recommending a book to the club members. You should state reasons for your recommendation.
You should write neatly on the ANSWER SHEET. Do not sign your own name at the end of the letter. Use "Li Ming" instead. Do not write the address. (10 points)
Sample Essay
Dear Club Members,
I am writing to recommend a fascinating book for our upcoming reading session. The book is titled "The Hidden Life of Trees".
There are two main reasons for my recommendation. First, from the perspective of ecology, it brilliantly explains how plants communicate and share resources through the network of mycorrhizal fungi. This will definitely broaden our understanding of forest ecosystems. Second, its engaging and accessible language makes complex soil science concepts easy to grasp, even for beginners.
I am confident that this book will inspire a lively discussion over some aromatic Oolong tea at our next meeting. I look forward to exploring it with you all.
Yours sincerely,
Li Ming
Essential Sentence Patterns
【开篇：明确点出推荐信的目的及书名】
I am writing to recommend a fascinating book for our reading session, which is titled...
【理由：结合专业视角阐述核心看点】
First, from the perspective of ecology, it brilliantly explains how plants communicate through fungi.
【价值：强调书籍对知识视野的拓展】
This will definitely broaden our understanding of complex forest ecosystems.
【理由：评价语言风格与易读性】
Second, its engaging language makes complex science concepts easy to grasp for beginners.
【结尾：展望活动场景并表达期待】
I am confident it will inspire a lively discussion over some Oolong tea at our next meeting.