2018年10月自考00603英语写作真题试卷及答案

1、[主观题]L Supply the missing paragraph. (20 points)
The fllowing passage is incomplete with one paragraph missing. Study the passage
carefully and write the missing paragraph in about 100 words. Make sure that your
tone and diction are in unity with the passage provided.
The Benefits of Solo Journeys
John Steinbeck once said, “People don't take trips- trips take people." A solo trip, in
particular, can have lasting benefits. Generations of adventurers have set off on journeys of
self-discovery- -traveling alone to many breathtaking destinations. Some of the best travel
memoirs tell stories of solo travelers finding themselves on their own. Apart from easing
tension to boost happiness, the solitude during the trip also helps to build new relationships,
allow for flexible schedules and arouse worthy reflections.
Solo journeys can alleviate mild depression, thereby bringing joy. Recent research has
found that the expectation of an upcoming vacation boosts feelings of happiness for up to
eight weeks before the trip. Another study on adolescents suggests that time spent in solitude
can help to shake off depression in young people. Free from the distractions of daily life, the
traveler can focus his full attention on absorbing the present moment with all the senses.
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The solo traveler can be his own master of the day, because he does not have to adhere to
anyone else's schedule. He can relax as much as he wants; he can rest and loosen up as longas he likes. He might indulge in full days reading on the beach, take a leisurely hike, or sit on
a bench admiring a work of art- all on his own.“The experiences are mine and mine alone,
said a solo traveler. "I've really learned to enjoy spending time with myself."
Traveling solo also offers a great chance for reflection. As one travel memoir writer
stated, "There is a soul-searching power in each adventure on your own." Getting to really
know oneself is a wonderful by-product of a solo journey. Traveling alone allows one to
witness how he reacts to different situations. Those reflections can help him to gain a deeper
understanding of who he is and what matters to him. He will have a stronger sense of self and
feel more self-assured.
Solo travel can afford the traveler the necessary time and solitude for experiencing
unexpected pleasures, building new relationships, enjoying the slow pace and the reflections
of life. Aside from all the excitement and adventure, it ultimately leads to self- discovery. The
traveler, once hitting the road solo, will fall in love with it and the jouney never ends.

2、[主观题]II. Write an outline. (20 points)
Read the following passage carefully and compose a“Topic Outline" for it.
Living Trash Free
Three years ago, I heard on the radio the tale of a British couple who lived tras-free.
Walking home from my laboratory, 1 told my roommate that I could also do that and I'd start
soon.“No," he said.“If you care about this, you start today.” Just like that, I began an
experiment of a trash-free life in the face of large environmental problems.
The average American produces about four pounds of trash per day, about 1,500 pounds
per year. In my first year of living trash-free, I produced less than eight pounds of waste. In
year two, I made it down to six pounds- about 0.4 percent of the American average. That was
an accomplishment of my experiment.
To get there, I needed to change the way I lived. I collected my waste, such as concert
tickets, packaging and glass, and didn't throw it away. 1 knew my experiment wouldn't make
much difference, but I felt I should do it. Since unnecessary consumption existed everywhere,
I had to get creative. When a restaurant fumished a napkin-wrapped fork and knife, I asked
the waiter to give me a set without the napkin. I carried a fork, a spoon, a plate and a bowl
wherever I went, just in case the food was served only with plastic to eat with. Sometimes it
was awkward.
The hardest part was figuring out the best way to talk about what I was doing. It is
important to speak to people in a language they understand from their background. Also, bigII. Write an outline. (20 points)
Read the following passage carefully and compose a“Topic Outline" for it.
Living Trash Free
Three years ago, I heard on the radio the tale of a British couple who lived tras-free.
Walking home from my laboratory, 1 told my roommate that I could also do that and I'd start
soon.“No," he said.“If you care about this, you start today.” Just like that, I began an
experiment of a trash-free life in the face of large environmental problems.
The average American produces about four pounds of trash per day, about 1,500 pounds
per year. In my first year of living trash-free, I produced less than eight pounds of waste. In
year two, I made it down to six pounds- about 0.4 percent of the American average. That was
an accomplishment of my experiment.
To get there, I needed to change the way I lived. I collected my waste, such as concert
tickets, packaging and glass, and didn't throw it away. 1 knew my experiment wouldn't make
much difference, but I felt I should do it. Since unnecessary consumption existed everywhere,
I had to get creative. When a restaurant fumished a napkin-wrapped fork and knife, I asked
the waiter to give me a set without the napkin. I carried a fork, a spoon, a plate and a bowl
wherever I went, just in case the food was served only with plastic to eat with. Sometimes it
was awkward.
The hardest part was figuring out the best way to talk about what I was doing. It is
important to speak to people in a language they understand from their background. Also, bigissues such as trash and recycling are tied to other big issues such as economic growth and
climate change. So, as I wrote about the experiment on reducing trash, I had to discuss
economy, peace, poverty, and so on. It was much harder to explain all that than simply
announcing myself as a vegetarian, for instance.
Sometimes I failed, as some people didn't see the need of my experiment. More often, .
though, people gave me their support. The experiment inspired others to do similar
experiments on their own. A couple of friends in Ann Arbor are doing it for a year. Their
efforts have paid off. Ann Arbor has become one of the most environmentally conscious cities
in America. When I visit that city now, I can get nearly all of my food unpackaged. There are
several great secondhand stores I can go to, if I really need something. I can get shoes and
tools that don't come in paper or plastic boxes.
Humans have caused trrible problems: The polar ice caps are melting, and the oceans
are full of trash. My prject did not reshap

3、[主观题]III. Compose an essay. (60 points)
Some people think that online shops will eventually replace entity shops (ofline shops).
What is your opinion? Write a 300- word argumentative essay stating your views.