優(yōu)秀英語短文賞析
1.On Open Policy
The open policy means that our country is open to investment, trade and technical and economic cooperation with other countries on the basis of equality and mutual benefit. The purpose of open policy is to acquire advanced technology, management skills to serve our socialist construction so as to promote the realization of the four modernizations.
We must stick to the open policy. Because economic relations between states today have become increasingly close, and no country can possibly advance behind closed doors. Only in this way can we gradually close the gap between our country and the developed countries.
Through the implementation of policy, we can learn advanced technology and managerial expertise from abroad; make full use of the foreign capitals to set up great enterprises; absorb useful and healthy ideas and new knowledge of the modern civilization; and broaden our views and raise our level of competence.
2. The place of Science and Technology in Modern Life.
Human life can not continue without science and technology. For many years, human society has developed with the advance of science and technology while the development of science and technology has in turn brought the process to mankind. So the life we are living now is more civilized than that of our fore fathers.
The development of science and technology have brought about many changes in people's life. for example, the invention of television and space rocket have opened a new era for mankind. Through the use of TV people can hear the sound and learn the events happening thousands of miles away. Owing to the invention of spaceship and rocket, the dream of man's landing on the moon has now come true.
Science and technology also play an important role in our socialist construction. We may say, our socialist construction is just like a skyscraper, while science and technology are its base. Without the base, the skyscraper can't be built. Therefore, we should try our best to contribute to the development of science and technology so as to provide a more solid base to build our country.
3. Importance of Education
In modern times, when science and technology are making great progress, the education of the work force is of primary importance. Moreover, many of the success in advanced countries have demonstrated that a nation 's prosperity mainly depends on the quality of its labour force, namely those who have been well educated.
In a developing country
such as
4. Air Pollution
Air pollution is one of the major problems of the modern world. A great deal of energy is needed to run the factories of modern industrial nations. Automobile, trains, planes and busses need energy, too. Nearly all of this energy is produced by burning fuels. The burning produces wastes, some of which remain in the air, causing air pollution.
Scientists are finding ways to stop air pollution especially in big industrial areas and densely-populated cities. They are studying new ways of generating electricity that may be less damaging to the environment. In the meantime, many power plants are being modernized to give off less polluted material. Also, engineers try to design and locate new power plants to do minimum damage to the environment.
However, it may be that we still have a long way to go before we have a "clean" world. Nearly all of the countries are trying hard to prevent and control air pollution. There indeed seems to be no end to tasks that environmentalists will be required to do. People will continually find new ways to control pollution.
5. Environmental Protection
Today the quality of our natural environment has become an important issue. The world population is rising so quickly that the world has become too crowded. We are using up our natural resources and at the same time polluting our environment with dangerous chemicals. If we continue to do this, life on earth cannot survive.
Concerned people have made some progress in environmental protection. Governments of many countries have established laws to protect the air, forests and sea resources and to stop environmental pollution.
Still more measures should be taken to solve environmental problems. People should be further educated to recognize the importance of the problems, to use modern methods of birth control, to conserve(保存） our natural resources and recycle（再循環(huán)） our products. We are sure that we can have a better and cleaner place in the future.
6. Automobiles
Automobiles, as a product of modern civilization, have been playing a vital part in the daily activities of human society. Industry needs automobiles for farming as well as transportation. Every day, automobiles drive people to and from work. On weekends automobiles take families for joyful outings. And during holiday seasons, automobiles fill the highways everywhere, even in remote areas. It could be said that the wheels of automobiles move society forward.
But automobiles have also given rise to a series of problems. For example, cities are overcrowded with automobiles. They create a lot of noise and traffic accidents which disable（傷殘） or kill many people each year. Worst of all perhaps is the air pollution caused by the exhaust gases produced by automobiles. Some of the gases are highly toxic(有毒的） and a serious health hazard.
7. Computer
The computer is widely used in all fields of society. Today, wherever you go, you will find computers being used. For example, computers are used in universities, large corporations, and small offices, etc. It has even entered the homes of ordinary people. As it is able to store and process a large amount of information, the computer bring about great convenience and high efficiency to people of all walks of life.
Computers can help people in different ways. For example, computer help scientists in analyzing data and doing complex calculation. For another example, computers are made use of by engineers in designing a plane, or a spaceship. Besides, computers may also play a great role in helping children with their lesson. Whatever you are doing, you many find computer a useful aid.
However, the computer must be designed and instructed by man. What is more, it is true that computers can make decisions, but they need detailed instructions and programs prepared by humans to operate. Therefore, the computer can never replace the human brain.
8. Travelling
It is exciting to visit different places. As you travel, you will see beautiful sceneries typical of the region. Besides, you can meet and make friends with people of different colors and races. Finally, you can get to know the customs and living habits of the local people. Today people are so fond of travelling that tourism has become one of the fasters growing industries in most countries.
The main reason why people travel is, perhaps, for pleasure. For example, having worked hard throughout the weekdays, people will find a widened trip to the nearby mountains or beaches a real relaxation. For another example, spending an annual holiday travelling abroad is an especially satisfying experience for those who do not have much of an opportunity to be away from their homelands. When people return from their travel, they will generally feel fresh and energetic, ready to work harder.
Travelling is also one of the best means for learning. You may have read or heard about something but you can never get an accurate picture of it until you see it for yourself. Seeing is believing. Furthermore, if you area careful observer, you can learn much during your travel about the geography, biology, and history of the places you visit. No matter how well educated you are, there is always a lot for you to learn through travelling. The knowledge acquired from travel, as you will have found in your life, is no less valuable than that from any influential reference book.
9. The World Population Explosion
The human race has experienced a consistent increase in population since the beginning of its history. Famine and disease have done little to offset(抵消）this steady increase. Too many people are added annually to the population of the world. So both the causes of population increase and the results of having more people are worth careful study.
Culture evolution is the major factor responsible for population increase. Early in human development, people invented tools to hunt animals. Later they built shelters to protect themselves. Step by step, they made life easier. As a result, fewer died from natural forces, such as harsh climate and disease.
In the past, when population grew, there was unexplored territory to inhabit. But now, almost all the habitable land has been explored.
The world's population may reach 8.7 billion in 2033. It is clear that world population is a serious issue that needs careful attention. Human beings are unique to solve problems through cultural evolution.(發(fā)展） Facing the world population explosion in the near future. we must carry out the birth control program in order to save the mankind and save the world.
10. Opening-door Policy is
the Only Way to Make
Modern Chinese history
leads us to the conclusion that socialism, not capitalism is best for
As far as our country's economic construction is concerned, taking advantage of the part of capitalism that is useful to us means we need to develop foreign trade, introduce advanced technology and better management, and make use of foreign funds. It also means we can absorb some of the economic theories, and make use of those economic policies, methods and measures that comply with(遵循） the law of mass production and a commodity economy.
By opening our windows
wider to the outside world, people can learn more about other peoples and learn
to make sensible judgments. absorbing the better part of the cultures of other
people to enrich ourselves is the best way to safeguard our socialist culture.
So taking advantage of capitalism and stepping up economic reforms is the only
way to make
11. Choosing an Occupation
Every one faces the problem of choosing an occupation after graduation from college or university, which plays a vital role in his life. An appropriate occupation makes a man work with zest(熱情） and vigor, as well as contribute to his country.
To make a wise choice, two important things should be taken into consideration. One is the interest, the other, the demands of people and society. Only if the two aspects are connected, can a man show his talent and ability to the best advantage. If the two conflict, the former should be under the latter, for the people's interests are more important than the individual's.
In regard to my choice in the future, I am fond of learning foreign languages; what is more, with the implementation of the Open-Door Policy, exchange between home and abroad in economy and culture has been growing significantly, thus I'm determined to be a qualified interpreter.
12. Studying abroad
In recent years, studying abroad has been popular. Tens of thousands of Chinese teenagers have gone to foreign countries for further study. As is shown on the chart, the number of the teenagers studying abroad is increasing steadily. At the end of 2002, about 40% of the students studying abroad were middle school students. By the year 2005, the proportion can reach up to more than 80%.
It is believed that there are many advantages in attending schools abroad. First, students can learn foreign languages more quickly under favorable conditions. Second, it can broaden their experience and help them learn much more advanced knowledge of science and technology from foreign countries.
However, there are some disadvantages. Most of the students studying abroad are too young to live alone without any living experience. Besides, being far away from their home country, they may feel lonely and homesick. Also, the costs are much higher there than in the native country.
As far as I’m concerned, I would like to go further study abroad after graduation from college so that I can make a greater contribution to our country when I come back.
13. Modernization of Family Life
With the rapid development of the society, family life is becoming modernized. Years ago, people considered owing radios, sewing machines, watches and bicycles as being modernized. but in recent years, almost all families have TV sets, refrigerators and washing machines. It is very common to see people ride motorcycles or even drive private cars and more and more families have telephones, computers and air-conditioners.
The modernization of family life brings us convenience and comfort. One may enjoy TV or radio programs, communicate with his friends through telephone or work with his computer while his washing machine, refrigerator and air-conditioners are running. and by car or motorcycle one can quickly reach wherever he wants to go.
In spite of this, these modern facilities also bring us disadvantages. For example, radiation from TV sets and computers is harmful to our health; improper driving of cars and motorcycles becomes the major cause of traffic accidents. The quietness of a family is often disturbed by a falsedialing or unwelcome phone call. but it is believed that these disadvantages will be disposed of with the improvement of modernization and our life will be more healthy and more comfortable.
14. Energy Resources
Three energy resources are being used up rapidly, With the building of four modernization, new industrial and science projects are springing up like bamboo shoots after rain. They are all big consumers of energy resources. Besides there has been considerable waste in the utilization of these resources.
To avoid an energy crisis in the future, the government must take certain measures. First, it should let people know the importance of saving energy. Second, efforts should be made to develop new energy resources, such as solar energy, geothermal(地?zé)幔?energy and so on. We have reason to be optimistic in this respect.
15. Competition
Competition makes
people original and creative. It very necessary to compete if human society
wants to advance. (Even animals compete for survival.) Without it, we would
become lazy and nobody would rake any responsibility. When three monks live
together, there will be no drinking water. This Chinese proverb vividly
describes why
Competition can stimulate people to try their best to do anything. For example, in 100-meter race, each sportsman runs as quickly as possible, trying to win the champion. The same things happen in our society and in our daily life. If a company wants to surpass others, it must compete with them. It must raise its efficiency. All the companies doing this will no doubt benefit the whole society and the whole human race.
Being a student, I must compete with other students in our studies. I must study hard in all the fields so that I can be a useful man when I enter the society after graduation.
16.Students’ Part-time jobs
There are many advantages for a student to have a part time job. For instance, it helps him to realize that no success comes from nothing. It enables him to be independent and builds up his self-confidence. Therefore, part-time jobs can get the students out of the ivory tower and give them the opportunity to know more of himself and of his personal value in society.
As everything has two sides, the disadvantages can’t be ignored. Part-time jobs cut into students’ study time; some even become so preoccupied with making money that they ca ‘t focus their attention on studying. In the end, the students may fall behind or fail in their studies.
In my opinion, students can choose to take up a job according to their own situation. The most important thing is for him to keep a good balance, put his study on top of the list and assign an adequate amount of time to it.
17.Wealth and Happiness
Everybody wants to get wealth. In today’s material world, making money or becoming wealthy symbolizes a person’s success and capability. Many people just make every effort, pay any price to attain greater wealth. With money, they can but nice, large apartments in nice neighborhood; with money, they can own stately luxury cars. Wealth seems with money, they can own stately luxury cars. Wealth seems to bring all happiness in life.
In my opinion, people cannot do anything without money, but money is not everything. What money will bring you depends on your personal belief and goal in life. If you are kind enough to help others, especially the poor, money is a good thing to you. With it, you can do much more for the benefit of people and your country, and it will and to your own happiness. If you want money just for your own needs, you’ll never be satisfied or happy. In a word, you should have money spent for more people, only then can money be the source of your happiness.
18.Ideals
Everyone has his ideals. A businessman wishes to make greater profit; a farmer expects bumper harvests; a student tries to learn more and better. And everyone strives, with more or less effort, to realize his ideal.
One should be sensible about whether his ideal is well founded or not. If it is, one has to plan and work hard for its realization. Effort, skill and persistence are all necessary. And very often, one has to get help from others, including advice and support in one form or another.
My ideal is to become a doctor, It is said that the field of medicine is a well-paid profession, but I take it as a lofty profession entrusted with saving people’s lives. To realize my ideal I have concentrated on laboratory work to develop the analytical skills necessary to become a qualified doctor. I am sure I will realize my ideal if I persevere in this pursuit.
19.Popular Sports in
Sports are flourishing in china now. More and more people are willing to take part in sports of different kinds, such as table-tennis, football, volleyball, and so on. Every year there are many matches played on the city, provincial or national level. Sports are no longer limited to a few professional players.
Early in the morning people may be seen doing exercise. Martial arts (like Chinese boxing or swordplay) which formerly were cultivated for self-defense, now have become a form of physical exercise and are practiced in parks, streets, gardens, or on campuses. In addition young and old people are also often seen running in order to build up their bodies.
20.Is Failure a Bad Thing?
Failure is what often happens. It is everywhere in our life. Students may fail in exams, scientists may fail in their research work, and athletes may fail in competitions.
Although failure happens to everyone, attitudes towards failure are various. Some people don’t think their failure is a very important thing at all. So they pay no attention to it. As a result, they will have the same failure a period later. Some people think themselves are fools and lose their hearts in everything after they get a failure. Consequently, they spend their time and energy on useless things and they may really be fools as they have thought.
Other people are quite different from the two kinds of people mentioned above. Instead of being distressed and lost, they draw a lesson from every failure and become more experienced. After hard work, they will be successful in the end. It is said that failure is the mother of success. Success will be gained after times of failures so ling as we are good at drawing lesson from our failures.
In my opinion, failure is not a bad thing, the really bad thing is taking a failure as failure or even lose our heart after failure.
21.Health and Life
As the saying goes, you don’t know what happiness is until you lose it， you don’t know what health is until you are ill. “Health is of vital importance to life” sounds like a cliche to everyone, but it is absolutely true.
The negligence of the delicate balance of your body and soul, the harmful habits such as smoking, excessive drinking and burning mid-night oil will catch up with you someday. How many big plans are interrupted by bad health! Even a normal life is unimaginable without the guarantee of health.
How to keep fit is an eternal topic of diversity and controversy. Regardless of all the different suggestions poured from all kinds of sources, one should do at least two things for him/herself. First, hold an active and optimistic attitude toward life and maintain a mental well-being. Second, live a regular life and keep a balanced diet. Anyway, a healthy life is within reach when you begin to adjust your mind and body.
22.Dialect TV plays
Last week a discussion was held in our class about whether dialects should be on TV.
45% of the students held the idea
that a television play is more interesting and enjoyable if a dialect is used.
However, the other 55% of us didn’t agree with them. They thought that as people in a developing country become more closely related, there should be a common language for communication. If dialects are used on TV, some audiences will not understand the programmes. They will not be able to communicate. Besides, if dialects are used on TV, people who watch it will probably misunderstand what performers intend to express. Some of them may lose interest in watching it.
23.Recycle textbooks
As we know, when senior students graduate from school, most of their textbooks, which are still in good condition are thrown away. What a great waste it is! Thus, here comes a heated debate on / people have different opinions about whether we should recycle textbooks.
Some people are the opponents because they think there is a danger for students when using the recycling textbooks with many bacteria on them, which are bad for children’s health. Furthermore, notes on the pages made by the students may disturb the next users. As for Printing Industry, Publishing Industry and other related ones, it is big loss in making profits.
On
the other hand, however, many more people think recycling textbooks is a good
suggestion, which I quite agree to. For one thing, recycling textbooks can save
a lot of natural resources and reduce waste. Besides, a cut in the expenses
means less stress for the parents, especially for those relatively less rich
ones. And for students, it is also a useful way to develop a good habit of
reading and taking care of books, to cultivate the sense of social
responsibility of valuing common property and promote the awareness of
treasuring natural resources. As a matter of fact, recycling textbooks is very
popular with some foreign countries such as
Therefore, recycling textbooks is not only necessary but also helpful.
24.Harmonious society
What a good boy! Child as he is, he set up a good example to us. Everyone has the responsibility to keep our environment clean. If everyone does as Xiao Ming did, we can imagine how harmonious the society will be. Compared with the whole society, a tiny person perhaps won’t have an opportunity to create a great cause. But if we paid more attention to some tiny things around us, we would make a contribution to the development of the Harmonious Society.
25.Happiness
Happiness means different things to different people. / Different people value happiness differently. So a survey has been conducted by China Daily lately among students to find out what happiness means to them.
29% of the students believe that money can make them happy. They think they can buy and do whatever they like with the money they have. However, 34% of them insist that health is the most important, without which they cannot enjoy themselves. There are another 13% of the students expecting the wealth from their parents, thus they don’t have to work while the rest 24% think they should put knowledge at the first place.
But I don’t think money and wealth are the most important. There are many things that you can’t do with money. Healthy body but less knowledge cannot make a great man. So I quite agree to the opinion that mastering more knowledge is the happiest thing in people’s lives. With knowledge we can do lots of useful things to make people live better and happier. Of course we’ll be much clever and much more thoughtful with knowledge.
26.Jobs
I’m a senior 3 student. My name is Li Ming. Recently I have made a survey among 50 boys and 50 girls. The result of the survey is as follows: What the boys like to do is to become businessmen and scientists. Only a few boys want to be teachers. It is interesting that the number of boys and girls who want to become doctors is equal. As for lawyers, more boys expect to have this job. However, there are still students who are not clear about their future.
27.Learning strategy
Thank you for writing to me. I’m sorry that you are worried about your study. My suggestions are as follows:
Firstly, you’d better keep in a good mood to overcome test anxiety. It’s important to stay calm when facing difficulties. It will help you relax and concentrate on what you are learning. Don’t step away from a challenge, but go for it.
Secondly, it is necessary to make a study scheme and set yourself/have a clear goal. Making a good study plan makes it possible for you to learn more and faster in limited time, and therefore prepares you for the coming exams.
Last but not least, you should create your learning strategy so that you can learn more efficiently. Try to find the most appropriate ways to improve your study skills, then you’ll manage your learning effectively.
Cheer up and have confidence in your own abilities, and I’m sure you’ll succeed.
28.Study at university
Next year, I will go to study at university, but I don’t know how to adapt myself to university life. I hear many freshmen are at a loss what to do when they are at university. They can’t take care of themselves in their everyday life, feeling lonely and homesick. Clothes, money or mobile phones are sometimes gone. And because of different climates and food, they often feel sick. Some even rent rooms outside the campus. Could you tell me how to deal with these problems so that I will be able to suit the university life in the future?
29.Power station
I’m a middle school student. I hear that a
power station will be built near
30.Saving Our City
As is known to all, it is very important to deal with the rubbish in cities. Rubbish must be treated properly. Otherwise it may pollute the environment and do harm to our health/ cause a lot of problems. It may pollute the air and water. When people breathe (in) the polluted air and drink the polluted water, they may get ill.
Our city has begun to pay attention to the problem. As far as I know, some rubbish is sorted and sent to different factories. Rubbish, such as old newspapers and glass, is recycled. Some harmful rubbish is sent to a certain place and buried. Waste air is cleaned before it goes into the air. Waste water is treated before (it is) poured into rivers.
At the same time, the government has passed laws to prevent people from throwing rubbish everywhere to protect the environment. We should do our best to take good care of the environment.
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