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reading — a good way of english learning
reading is an active thinking process in which you look at the printed words and get some ideas from them. for us english learners, reading is a very common and useful way to improve our english. here are some of the advantages of reading:
firstly, reading on various topics is the main way to acquire information or knowledge, i.e., a process of input. we acquire most of our knowledge through reading. it enlarges our vision. secondly, reading can bring us into contact with the english language in use. we can experience the way english native people express themselves. thirdly, reading is the effective way to enlarge our vocabulary. by meeting words regularly and repeatedly, we can familiarize ourselves with words easily. and we can understand new words in certain contexts without referring to the dictionary. what is more, in wide reading, we can improve our reading comprehension, which is a very important skill for english learners. finally, reading is a good way to entertain ourselves. we won’t feel tired if we are reading an interesting story for two hours.
therefore, owing to the above advantages, reading widely is really an efficient way to master english. try reading extensively, and you’ll benefit a lot from it.
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68. 句型：be faced with …
environmental problems
the world we live in is becoming more and more intolerable because of environmental destruction. for example, forest destruction results in decrease of farmland and horrible weather. in addition, man is faced with problems of water pollution and air pollution.
a lot of measures have been taken. planting trees helps to improve and beautify the environment. besides, laws concerning environmental protection have been put into effect and have achieved good results.
however, the problem of environmental protection remains far from being solved. on the one hand, the environment pollution and destruction are getting worse and worse in the modern world. on the other hand, the lack of knowledge about the importance of protecting the environment hinders solving the problem.
in a word, there is a long way to go before we enjoy a clean and comfortable world.
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69. 句型： in conclusion, …
the teacher-student relationship
the relationship between a teacher and a student can be either good or bad, helpful or harmful. either way, the relationship can affect the student or the rest of his life. a good teacher-student relationship will make learning enjoyable and interesting. whereas, a bad relationship can discourage the student from learning and make teaching an unpleasant task.
in order to have a good teacher-student relationship, it is important that the teacher and the student respect each other. the teacher does not have to force the student to learn. in fact, many students will often work hard simply because they respect their teachers and want to please them. the teacher should motivate and encourage the student without forcing him. he needs patience and understanding. learning can be fun when the student has the right attitude about it. as for the student, he must always show the teacher proper respect. he should be eager to learn and willing to work hard. it is also important to listen carefully and pay attention. otherwise he would not be able to profit fully from his teacher’s knowledge and assistance.
in conclusion, a good teacher-student relationship can be mutually beneficial. the student gains knowledge eagerly and enjoyably, and the teacher gains satisfaction from his job.
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70. 句型：be known for …
on how to be a good student
different people have different opinions about how to be a good student. as for me, a good student should be measured in terms of at least three basic qualities.
first, a good student should be diligent in his study. he should spend more time learning what is required at school. as the proverb goes, “diligence is the mother of success.” all people of great accomplishments are known for their diligence. only by working hard will one be able to face the fierce competition in future. second, a good student should have the virtues of honesty, kindness, and a sense of responsibility. these virtues are indispensable even in such a materialistic society. lack of these virtues, our society would be in terrible disorder. third, good health is essential for a good student. anyone without good health can hardly achieve anything even if he is intelligent. therefore, a good student should do physical exercise regularly in order to keep healthy.
in brief, a good student should possess the above three qualities no matter how the criteria are changing.
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is high degree equal to high ability?
there is a tendency that some people want to attain a high degree in their education so as to prove their competency. for one thing, in the competitive job market, people who have a higher degree will have more chances to find a good job than those who don’t. for another, people often think that a person with a higher degree is more competent.
however, some people don’t agree that high degree is equal to high ability. there are three reasons. first, many people without a high degree are very competent and successful in their field. second, an able person will spend more time on their career instead of pursuing further education. third, true ability will result in ultimate success while a high degree may not.
in my opinion, high degree doesn’t necessarily equal to high ability. ability plays a decisive role in the final success of one’s career but high degree may not. we should pay attention to the development of ability for an individual’s overall development instead of only getting a high degree.
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opportunity
there is no consensus of opinions among people as to the view of the opportunity. some suggest that opportunities are rare, and they are available only to lucky people, while others believe that in a sense everyone has opportunities from time to time. i agree with the latter opinion.
it is true that opportunities of various kinds are around us all the time. however, they will not come your way voluntarily. it is up to you to try your best to seek opportunities in this world filled with competitions and make a good use of them. for example, my father was working as a worker in a factory twenty years ago. he kept on working hard at english ever since he graduated from high school. one day a post for an interpreter was offered, and only he could fill it due to his good command of english. later he became a manager. this reminds me of the proverb, “opportunities are only for the prepared minds.”
in short, opportunity, sooner or later, comes to those who are diligent and ambitious. i believe that our society is full of opportunities equal to everyone. you can obtain them if you are well prepared.
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73. 句型：depend on …
online chatting
with the development of it, online chatting is becoming increasingly popular with many people.
however, people’s opinions about it vary from person to person. some think that it has more problems than benefits. first, it is a waste of time, energy and money as it doesn’t produce any useful information and products. second, it is misleading because cyberspace is actually an imaginary space where things are unreal or fictional.
but others consider online chatting as another way of recreation, which is both exciting and relaxing. besides, it helps them release their emotions and worries freely and safely. to them, it is very useful and wonderful.
in my opinion, whether online chatting is good or bad depends on the person who chats. so long as we keep ourselves under good control, we can use it properly without its bad effects.
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74. 句型：it is considered …
my view on cheating in exams
cheating in exams is very common almost everywhere in our country. it is considered a major problem in schools, or universities. talk to students, and you’ll get the same kind of answer. most would confess that they have cheating experiences. most parents care more about their children’s success than about their moral development, which stimulates students to get high scores dishonestly. cheating is said to exist even among top students at top schools. the cheating habit takes root in elementary school, buds in high school and flowers in college. students who do not study hard at usual time always try to cheat in order to pass exams.
it is obvious that cheating has very bad effects. firstly, scores got by cheating cannot indicate one’s weakness of knowledge and ability. so it’s difficult for the teacher to be aware of the student’s weakness so as to offer some help. secondly, cheating in exams, like flu, may encourage other students to follow suit, for some students can be awarded prizes and permitted to enter good universities by cheating in exams. thirdly, it is not helpful for fair competition. some students do not work hard, but their grades are very high.
in my opinion, cheating is an unhealthy tendency, and therefore should be done away with. regulations should be enforced that students with cheating behavior must be punished severely. as a student, we should be honest and strict with ourselves. we shouldn’t deceive ourselves as well as others.
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75. 句型：be busy with …
private tutoring
nowadays private tutoring is very popular with students on campus. more and more students choose to be tutors at their leisure time. every day after class or on the weekends they will spend time working as private tutors.
there are various reasons for students to work as tutors. i maintain that three of them are very important. firstly, students from poor families want to make money or relieve their parents’ burden. secondly, students who are studying in normal universities expect to obtain practical experience for the future. lastly, some students want to know about society in this way.
up to now, i haven’t done this thing, because i am busy with my compulsory courses. in my opinion, laying a solid foundation in my present studies is more important than making money or obtaining experience.
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