英語考試作文

1、My Favorite PastimSample 1My favorite pastime is writing. You may not think it is a pastime. But to me it is, because it is a form of relaxation that takes my mind away from other things when I feel tired.I began to like writing when I was a pupil in primary school. I was imaginative and created man

2、y interesting stories at that time. When I told my stories to my friends on our way home from school, they enjoyed them. Then telling a story I wrote on the way back home soon became my regular practice. That made me really happy. I had never thought of writing as entertainment before. Sometimes I w

3、rote down my stories and passed them around among my classmates.When I was in high school, I began to like poems. This was because of the influence of my best friend. She liked poems very much, so gradually I learned to appreciate poems. When I am writing poems, I can concentrate for a long time, to

4、tally losing myself. No matter whether I am happy or sad I start writing poems to express myself.Let me tell you a little secret. Now I'm writing a science fiction about time travel. I'm sure it is original and interesting. However, writing definitely takes time, and how I wish I could have

5、more time to pursue this hobby. I may not become a professional writer, but I will always enjoy writing. (238 words)Sample 2I usually spend my leisure time on various things such as watching TV, reading, swimming and playing table tennis. But if you ask me what's my favorite pastime, I would def

6、initely say that it is playing computer games.I like computer games and surfing on the Internet. Many people believe playing computer games is harmful to one's health, especially to the eyes. But I don't quite agree. I think playing computer games benefits me. First, as a way of relaxation,

7、it also gives me a sense of accomplishment. Secondly, I gain a lot of knowledge I cannot find in textbooks. For instance, when I played Civilization II, I began to realize the importance of science, because it was impossible to defeat the enemy in the game if you didn't develop science. Finally

8、and most importantly, I have to use an English-Chinese dictionary from time to time because most of the games are in English. So the more games I play, the greater progress I make in English. The games are entertaining and instructive.I also like surfing on the Internet. There is a huge amount of in

9、formation there. It has become more and more popular and important. It is said that those who control the Internet will conquer the world in the future. That is perhaps an illusion but I want to be a master of the future.In a word, I like playing with my computer very much. It appeals to my curiosit

10、y and my desire to escape from the limited world of my room. (255 words)How People Spend Their Leisure TimeSample 1Many people are often very busy with various things at work or at home so they have no time for entertainment. But this is really bad for one's health. So we should make an effort t

11、o look for relaxation. A proverb says, "All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy."People in different regions may have different forms of activities. In China one of the most popular activities is traveling, especially going to the remote areas which are not seriously polluted. These iso

12、lated locations appeal to travelers who want to get close to nature because they are tired of stressful city life. Other people who can afford neither the time nor the money for travel will stay at home, watching TV, going to the movies or concerts, or inviting some friends over for a party. Childre

13、n like to go to the park, play computer games, and participate in sports. Young women like to go shopping while young men prefer to stay at home, watching TV and drinking tea.The popularity of pastimes varies according to age, sex, personality and financial situations. Whatever one's pastime is,

14、 I'm sure that after it he or she will feel relaxed, more refreshed and ready to start a new day's work. Pastimes offer a way to take one's mind away from the stresses of everyday life. (220 words)Sample 2Nowadays leisure activities are popular not only with wealthy people but also with

15、people with low incomes. There are entertainment pages in the newspapers that give information on how you can spend your leisure time. Different people prefer different types of entertainment depending on the season, their personality and income. Some people like to spend their leisure time relaxing

16、 indoors, pursuing their hobbies. Others look for outdoor relaxation.In the spring when it is warm, nature becomes more and more beautiful with trees and grass turning green and flowers blossoming. It is a good time for people to go sightseeing, boating, and picnicking. In summer, it is too hot outd

17、oors, so they like to stay at home, enjoying cold watermelon or ice cream.People who like reading will go to the library instead of visiting scenic spots. For them, books are everything. They'd like to bury their heads in books, ignoring everything else. Contrary to these people, there are alway

18、s individuals who require more exciting activities like rock climbing, bungee jumping, ballooning and so on. These attractions appeal to the sense of adventure that is typical of them. (190 words)Is Writing Better than Calling?Sample 1 The conventional way of sending messages is writing a letter. Th

19、ough it takes a lot of time, it is one of the most commonly used ways of communication. With the development of science and technology, the telephone emerged and it becomes so popular that it is indispensable in our daily life.It is difficult to say which is better. Every means of communication has

20、its advantages and disadvantages. Writing a letter is not only a means of communication, but also a kind of pleasure. What is more, the letters can be kept and read again and again. Sometimes they are inspiring, and sometimes they are encouraging. You can write a lot of things in a letter and it doe

21、s not cost you much to mail it. But it is slow, and you have to wait a long time to get a response from your friends. On the other hand, making telephone calls is much faster, so they are more appropriate when you need a quick reply. They also enable you to hear your friends' voice, which gives

22、you a wonderful feeling. It is so easy just to pick up the phone and call whereas writing takes more energy. But telephoning is expensive, and sometimes you cannot remember all the comments that are made because calls are transient, and cannot be kept for reading later like treasured letters. So it

23、is very hard to say which is better. The only thing we can do is to make a wise choice between writing and calling according to the situation. (258 words) Sample 2 Are letters better than telephone calls? My answer is yes.My first reason is that letters can be kept for a long time. I treasure all th

24、e letters from my friends and reread them in my spare time. To me they are the symbols of friendship. Every time I feel exhausted or lonely, they give me encouragement and strength. Letters are an inspiring source of courage.My second reason is that the words in the letters are written after ruminat

25、ion, while calls are not. When you write a letter you have enough time to think about how to express your ideas, so you won't say anything that shouldn't be said. But when you are talking on the phone, sometimes you say something unconsciously that you may regret, or you may make a comment t

26、hat is misunderstood or that hurts your friend.For some cases, such as love letters, writing is more romantic. Words on a page seem more expressive. Sometimes you feel more confident writing your feelings than conveying them over the phone. (172 words)   Words I Will Never Forget Sample 1

27、Whenever I listen to the inspiring song "Cordial Hero", I escape into the past. I think about many extraordinary days I went through. In those days when I was pessimistic, overwhelmed with difficulties, the song would summon up my courage and uplift me. Then, I could feel that my strength

28、was reinforced and that my body had a renewed source of energy. I would be more confident and ready to handle everything.The following words gave me great encouragement: "How can we see a rainbow without a storm? No one can succeed without effort." When I was worried about tests, when I wa

29、s misunderstood or criticized by others, or when things went against my expectations, the song seemed to say to me: Listen, life isn't a wide smooth road, there will be some muddy paths ahead. No one can avoid this. Instead we should be grateful to difficulties because they enable us to mature.

30、With each challenge being overcome we learn to get over our problems more easily.Many years have flown by, and many things have passed. But this beautiful song and its expressive words are always around me and encouraging me to brave the storm. (195 words) Sample 2 I was raised in the countryside by

31、 my grandmother. She was a very courageous and inspiring woman and was very beautiful, too. In comparison with her and some of my classmates, I always felt that I was not pretty. In fact, when I was in middle school, I thought I was ugly and because of these negative feelings I was not very confiden

32、t. I often felt self-conscious.One day when I was walking with my grandmother, we met one of her friends. We talked for a few minutes. Just as my grandmother's friend was about to leave, she turned to me and said, "Xiaowen, you look very beautiful today in that green dress."No one had

33、ever made a comment like that to me before. It was so encouraging. Suddenly I felt confident and happy. I couldn't believe that some one would describe me as beautiful. It's true that those words turned my life around. And I admit that I treasured that green dress for a long time. (171 words

34、)Who Are Teachers' Pets, Boys or Girls?This is a difficult question that I can't really answer on my own, so I made a survey among 30 other students for their opinions. There were 9 boys and 21 girls among them. I gave them each two statements and asked them whether they agreed or disagreed

35、and why. I have chosen some of the interesting comments."The teachers' pets are the top students. That's fair." Seventeen students agreed with this opinion. They said it was natural because people always like the best things or the best people. In addition, it is easy for the top s

36、tudents to draw the teachers' attention. Average students have fewer chances to have close contact with teachers, let alone to be their pets."Male teachers tend to like girls better and female teachers tend to like boys better." Five students agreed with this statement. They said that

37、which gender will be the teacher's pets depends on the teacher's gender. Obviously, it is all because of the attraction between the sexes.Four students didn't agree with either statement because teachers like boys more than girls. They said that teachers always think boys are smarter tha

38、n girls. Teachers are used to asking boys to answer questions and letting them do hands-on work. One person said it was not because teachers liked boys better, but because they think girls are afraid of losing face.Finally, there were four students who thought teachers like girls more than boys beca

39、use girls are more obedient and neat. They can, and will, help teachers do things. They also said that girls generally got higher marks.I think teachers in China are fairer than those in the West. When I read "Boys Are Teachers' Pets" I was surprised. I never thought girls would be ign

40、ored even if they were good students. Perhaps some teachers prefer girls in primary school and boys in middle school. But, all in all, I think the top students are always teachers' pets.Sample 2  Who Are Teachers' Pets, Boys or Girls?To answer this question, we designed a questionnaire

41、and gave it to 30 students. They just had to put a mark in the square that corresponded to their opinion. We then analyzed the results of our survey. The results of the survey are shown in the following table:Who are teachers' pets?BoysGirlsNeitherIt depends on the teacherIn primary school62022I

42、n junior middle school101136In senior middle school 15654In college44166According to the results of the survey, we can see that in primary school girls are thought of as teachers' pets. When they are very young, boys are naughtier than girls, and the latter are generally very well-behaved.As the

43、y get older, boys are more likely to be teachers' pets. In middle school, boys perform better in subjects like math and physics. Boys are thought to be cleverer than girls. As teenagers, both girls and boys are well-behaved. Since boys are no longer naughty, it is easier for them to become teach

44、ers' pets.Most students feel that neither boys nor girls become teachers' pets in college. Teachers don't know their students as well as teachers in junior or senior middle school, so they don't have pets.According to the results of our survey, we can conclude that whether boys or gi

45、rls are teachers' pets depends on their age.  How to Encourage Creativity in Students?Sample 1 Success has often been linked to creativity. However, more and more evidence proves that school education seems to discourage creativity in students. First, students should be allowed to free thei

46、r imagination. Students also have rights to produce strange drawings and ask foolish questions, for they can sometimes lead to creativity.Don't look down on children's tricks and games. Play is an important step on the road to the success of the greatest scientists and artists. According to

47、research on the human brain, the two halves of the human brain do different kinds of work in everyday life. The left half manages tasks related to logical reasoning and language skills. The right half controls things such as drawing, music, imagination, and even dreams.Of course, praising good ideas

48、 and encouraging unusual points of view are important ways to encourage creative thinking. However, the real answer lies in encouraging students to think in pictures and to express themselves in simple drawings. It might be a good way to let the right half of their brains do exercises. Besides, lett

49、ing students do imaginative assignments like making up stories and encouraging them to daydream when they are free are also effective ways to wake up their creativity. (203 words)Sample 2First of all, students should be encouraged to have hands-on experience as much as possible. If a student is inte

50、rested in machines, let him/her make car models, for example. If a student likes clothes, he/she should have the opportunity to sew a garment for himself/herself. Students can also be encouraged to design something they have never seen before. In brief, they can use their imagination and knowledge t

51、o do whatever they can and whatever they like.Of course, when they encounter difficulties, as their teacher, I'll be ready to help them if they need my help. But it doesn't mean I will do everything for them. Instead of telling them the answer right away, I will engage them to solve the prob

52、lem themselves. When the student manages to solve the problem, he will gain more confidence and will be more willing to rely on himself/herself for solutions in the future. Thus the student will become more and more creative.At the same time, students should read, think and discuss with others. This

53、 process will enable them to gain inspiration from other people. For example they can read about famous inventors and examples of creativity. In addition, students should be allowed to have foolish ideas and make mistakes. This will help create a good atmosphere for creative thought. (225 words)The

54、Athlete I Admire MostThe athlete I admire most is Burgcamp. He is a world famous soccer star. He has comprehensive skills, so he shines as a forward. He always lives up to his fans' expectations. He enabled his club team to win the British Championship. He is a fair player and isn't violent.

55、 So he is welcome anywhere and at any time. Perhaps you think the performance of soccer stars such as Ronaldo and Michael Owen is also excellent and you wonder why I admire Burgcamp most. Now let me tell you the reasons.First of all, he is Dutch. I like Holland very much. It is a very small, beautif

56、ul and civilized country. I think the Dutch are full of wisdom and courage. They filled the sea with soil and constructed dams to keep the sea water out. Burgcamp is a hero in the eyes of Dutch people because he has brought glory to their nation and contributed to the positive image of the Dutch peo

57、ple.Secondly, I like the Dutch National Team very much. The members wear orange sportswear. Orange is the color I like best, because it means passion, energy and intensity. The members of the Dutch National Team give you these feelings. I think the Italians are too conservative, while the Brazilians

58、 are so rash that they lack cooperation. But the Dutch are very brilliant. They are well-organized, and Burgcamp is the soul of the team. He is a true role model. That's why I admire him the most. (249 words) Sample 2The Athletes I Admire MostAlthough we were asked to write about the athlet

59、e we admire most, I would like to write about two athletes: Shen Xue (申雪) and Zhao Hongbo (趙宏博). They are Chinese pair skaters and have won many championships. Their performances have thrilled audiences all over the world. They are now among the top athletes in figure skating and will probably win a

60、 medal at the next Olympic Games.I admire them for many reasons. First, the beauty and intensity of their skating has contributed to the popularity of figure skating in China. Many young skaters will follow their lead. Second, I admire their indomitable spirit. If they fall, they get up and continue skating. They are hardworking and courageous. I