2016 National Entrance Test of English for MA/MS Candidates (English I)
Section II Writing (Part B)
Section II Writing
Part B
47. Directions:
Write an essay of 160-200 words based on the following pictures. In your essay, you should
1) describe the pictures briefly,
2) interpret the meaning, and
3) give your comments.
You should write neatly on the ANSWER SHEET. (20 points)
【附图内容描述】
画面的主体是上下两幅对比鲜明的图画，探讨了不同的家庭教育方式。
在上图中，一位父亲正舒服地坐在沙发上看电视，同时指着一旁正在写作业的孩子大喊：“儿子，你给我好好学习！”。
在下图中，电视机被关掉了，这位父亲和孩子一起并排坐在书桌前，两人都在专心致志地看书。
图画正下方有一行说明文字：与其只提要求，不如做个榜样。
Sample Essay
As is vividly depicted in the two contrasting pictures, parenting styles vary significantly. In the first picture, a father is sitting comfortably on a sofa watching TV, ordering his son to study hard. In sharp contrast, the second picture portrays the father reading a book together with his child at a desk. The caption below reads, "Instead of just making demands, it is better to set an example."
The metaphorical meaning of these pictures is profound: they highlight the crucial role of parents setting a good example in children's education. Children are highly imitative by nature. If parents merely preach but act contrarily, their words will simply fall on deaf ears. Conversely, when parents demonstrate good habits, such as reading or working diligently, children are more likely to emulate them. As the saying goes, actions speak louder than words. A positive and learning-oriented family atmosphere is the best environment for a child's healthy growth.
In my opinion, parents should be acutely aware of the impact of their daily behaviors on their children. To cultivate excellent future citizens, it is essential for parents to practice what they preach and become positive role models. Only through mutual growth and proper guidance can children develop both intellectually and morally.
Essential Sentence Patterns
【图画描述段：两幅图的强对比句型】
In the first picture, a father is watching TV... In sharp contrast, the second picture portrays...
【意义阐释段：指出核心观点】
They highlight the crucial role of parents setting a good example in children's education.
【意义阐释段：正反对比论证】
If parents merely preach but act contrarily, their words will simply fall on deaf ears.
【个人评论段：经典谚语与高级表达】
It is essential for parents to practice what they preach and become positive role models.
【总结升华段：呼吁共同成长】
Only through mutual growth and proper guidance can children develop both intellectually and morally.