2013年托福写作提高技巧：议论文（5）

　　1) 理由性议论文 – Reason-Statement Essay

　　w 理由性议论文: 先表明态度和立场, 然后列举理由

　　w Why do I prefer to spend most of my time reading?

　　w Why do I prefer to live in a big city instead of a small town?

　　w Why teaching is the job I like best?

　　Marching into the 21st century, what, in your opinion, is the greatest invention of the 20th century? Why? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.

　　范文：

　　As we march into the twenty-first century, many people ponder the question of what humanity has accomplished in the previous century. Furthermore, many are determined to decide which device or concept stands above the rest as the greatest twentieth century invention. In my opinion, the Internet deserves this title for its ability to connect, to influence and to inspire.

　　As the brainchild of the CIA, the Internet was initially used to connect agency computers. Now, through e-mails and online communicate devices, hundreds of millions of people can send and receive information with the click of a button. The Internet “telephone”, with its speak and display functions, may soon replace the conventional telepone as a means of communication.

　　The Internet may also replace conventional forms of media. Newspapers, magazines and television news programs have all lost some of their influence with the rise of Internet news services, message boards and web logs or “blogs”. Many people now incorporate reading news online and posting their thoughts on it into their daily routines. People currently have opportunities to search for and contribute to the world’s shared news and information.

　　Just as they are compelled to leave a mark on the Internet with their message board comments, many people have chosen to use the Internet as a tool for advancing themselves and their products. Political candidates and established businesses in every country have turned to web pages and Internet advertisements in an effort to gain supporters and customers, respectively. Perhaps the most exciting aspect of the Internet is that it offers new businesses inspiration to expand by providing a low-cost substitute to traditional brick-and-mortar growth.

　　Everyone that has come into contact with the Internet understands its importance. It allows millions to communicate, to learn and to create. As the above examples show, the Internet, a great benefactor of our development, is the twentieth century’s greatest invention.

　　So If I were given the choice, I would definitely choose a entertaining class to attend. I long for the relaxation and enthusiam on both the part of the teachers and the students. This type of class will enable students to learn more knowledge and in a more relaxed atmosphere.