2017 National Entrance Test of English for MA/MS Candidates (English II)
Section II Writing (Part B)
Part B
48. Directions:
Write an essay based on the chart below. In your writing, you should
1) interpret the chart, and
2) give your comments.
You should write at least 150 words. Write your essay on ANSWER SHEET 2. (15 points)
【附图内容描述】2013-2015 我国博物馆数量和参观人数
1. 2013 年：博物馆 4165 家，参观人数 6378 (十万人次)；
2. 2014 年：博物馆 4510 家，参观人数 7177 (十万人次)；
3. 2015 年：博物馆 4692 家，参观人数 7811 (十万人次)。
数据反映了我国博物馆规模的稳步扩张以及公众对文化活动参与度的持续提升。
Sample Essay
As is vividly illustrated in the bar chart, there was a steady and significant increase in both the number of museums and the number of visitors in China from 2013 to 2015. Specifically, the number of museums grew from 4165 in 2013 to 4692 in 2015. Meanwhile, the number of visitors surged from 6378 (in 100,000 person-times) to 7811 during the same period.
The intended meaning of this chart is profound: it reflects the rapid development of China's economy and the improvement of people's living standards. As material needs are satisfied, people start to pursue spiritual fulfillment. Moreover, the government attaches great importance to cultural heritage and provides more financial support for the construction of museum infrastructure. This encourages more citizens to spend their leisure time in museums to acquire knowledge.
In my opinion, this is a highly positive phenomenon that indicates a more prosperous and civilized society. Museums are essential for us to broaden our horizons and enhance our cultural confidence. I believe that this trend will undoubtedly continue in the foreseeable future as our country continues to develop. It is important for us to make full use of these resources to enrich our inner worlds.
Essential Sentence Patterns
【图表描述：描述博物馆与参观人数的双重增长】
There was a steady and significant increase in both the number of museums and the number of visitors.
【意义阐释：点明经济发展与生活水平提高】
It reflects the rapid development of China's economy and the improvement of people's living standards.
【意义阐释：分析精神追求的动机】
As material needs are satisfied, people start to pursue spiritual fulfillment.
【意义阐释：强调政府对文化基础设施的支持】
The government provides more financial support for the construction of museum infrastructure.
【总结升华：点明博物馆对视野与文化自信的意义】
Museums are essential for us to broaden our horizons and enhance our cultural confidence.