历年考研英语真题提纲式作文

DIRECTIONS:

A)Title: WHERE TO LIVE—IN THE CITY OR THE COUNTRY?

B)Time limit: 40 minutes

C)Word limit: 120150 words (not including the given opening sentence)

D)Your composition should be based on the OUTLINE below and should start with the given opening sentence.

E)Your composition must be written clearly in the ANSWER SHEET.

OUTLINE:

1.Conveniences of the city

2.Attractions of the country

3.Disadvantages of both

4.My preference

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【参考范文一】

Where to Live—In the City or the Country?

Many people appreciate the conveniences of the city. They can not only take less time to go to work because of the shorter distance and better transportation, but also get more information, better health care and better education. Also country life has many attractions. Fresh air, beautiful scenery, and singing birds will enable people to have a quieter and healthier life.

However, both the city and the country have their own disadvantages. Living in the city, people are likely to suffer heavy traffic, poor housing, air pollution and noises, while in the country, due to a long distance from crowds of people here and there, it is very inconvenient for people to meet each other as soon as possible.

To my point, I prefer living in the country. I have been living in a big city for many years, and fed up with the noise, which is a big annoyance both during the day and at night. It is my years’ wish to live a peaceful, healthy and relaxed life in the country.(173 words)

【参考范文二】

Where to Live—In the City or the Country?

Many people appreciate the conveniences of the city. The city offers a wide choice of jobs for adults and schools for children. It also provides plenty of facilities for culture, entertainment and recreation—restaurants, department stores, cinemas, and so on. Besides, transportation is usually well developed in the city, with a variety of modes of travel, including buses, trams and subways.

On the other hand, one can enjoy the advantages of fresh air and food, and a more relaxed life style. Housing is usually spacious and inexpensive in the country. And, as for recreation, what could be more relaxing than a stroll down a country lane amid beautiful scenery? Conversely, there are disadvantages to living in either the city or the country. City air tends to be polluted, and the streets are always crowded and noisy. In the country, by contrast, the lack of stimulating activities can make a person feel bored and isolated.

All in all, I would say that living in the city is best, for the convenience the city offers in terms of education and work; after all, one can always spend vacations in the country—and get the best of both. (207 words)