试卷代号：1027 中央广播电视大学2007一2008学年度第一学期“开放本科”期末考试 英语专业高级英语写作 试题 2008年1月 注意事项 一、将你的学号、姓名及分校（工作站）名称填写在答题纸的规定栏 内。考试结束后，把试卷和答题纸放在桌上。试卷和答题纸均不得带 出考场。 二、仔细阅读题目的说明，并按题目要求答题。答案一定要写在答 题纸指定的位置上，写在试卷上的答案无效。 三、用蓝、黑圆珠笔或钢笔答题，使用铅笔答题无效。 Information for the Examinees: This examination consists of three parts.These are: Part 1:Reading and Summary (35 points) Part 2:Writing a Letter (25 points) Part 3:Writing (40 points) The total marks for this examination are 100 points.Time allowed for completing this examination is 90 minutes. 189
试卷代号:1027 中央广播电视大学2007-2008学年度第一学期“开放本科”期末考试 英语专业 高级英语写作 试题 2008年 1月 注 意 事 项 一、将你的学号、姓名及分校(工作站)名称填写在答题纸的规定栏 内。考试结束后，把试卷和答题纸放在桌上。试卷和答题纸均不得带 出考场。 、仔细阅读题 目的说明，并按题 目要求答题。答案一定要写在答 定的位置上，写在试卷上的答案无效。 二 题 纸 指 三、用蓝、黑圆珠笔或钢笔答题，使用铅笔答题无效。 Information for the Examinees: This examination consists of three parts. These are: Part I Part 2 :Reading and Summary(35 points) :Writing a Letter(25 points) Part 3:Writing(40 points) The total marks for this examination are 100 points. Time Mowed for completing this examination is 90 minutes. 189
Part 1:Reading and Summary (35 points) Questions 1--5 are based on the following task.(10 points) Sequencing: The following sentences go together to form a paragraph,but they are in the wrong order.Read the sentences carefully and put them in the right order.Write the correct letter of your choice (A-E)in the proper box and then transfer your answers to the Answer Sheet. A.To make matters worse,I habitually forget to pay them on time,which is a bad thing as there is a tendency for the courts to pass heavier fines on those who are late in paying. B.They have the irritating habit of turning up just when you are not expecting them. C.Most motorists,like myself,tend to dislike traffic wardens. D.As a result I continue to collect parking tickets on my car. E.You have to be constantly on the lookout for them if,like me,you have got into the habit of leaving your car outside a shop while you just pop in for a moment,even though it is in a no-parking zone. Question 1 2 3 4 5 Sentence 1 2 3 4 Correct Order Questions 6-9 are based on the following task.(10 points) Identifying the topic sentences: Read the following description of culture and customs of western countries.The topic sentence for each paragraph is omitted.Choose the correct topic sentence for each paragraph from the list of A-E provided.Put your answer in the proper box and then transfer your answers to the Answer Sheet. 6 Its champions have been many and varied,and there is hardly a popular sport in which Australia has not gained recognition.Most likely explanation for this sporting preeminence seems to lie not in any single reason,but in a combination of factors.Natural 190
Part 1:Reading and Summary (35 points) Questions 1-5 are based on the following task.(I0 points) Sequencing; The following sentences go together to form a paragraph, but they are in the wrong order, Read the sentences carefully and put them in the right order. Write the correct letter of your choice (A-E) in the proper box and then transfer your answers to the Answer Sheet. A. To make matters }"orse，I habitually forget to pay them on time, which is a bad thing as there is a tendency for the courts to pass heavier fines on those who are late rn payrng. I3. They have the irritating habit of turning up just when you are not expecting them, C. Most motorists，like myself，tend to dislike traffic wardens. D. As a result I continue to collect parking tickets on my car. E. You have to be constantly on the lookout for them if, like me, you have got into the habit of leaving your car outside a shop while you just pop in for a moment, even though it is in a no-parking zone. Question 1 2 3 4 5 Sentence 1 2 3 4 5 Correct Order Questions 6-9 are based on the following task.(10 points) Identifying the topic sentences:’ Read the following description of culture and customs of western countries. The topic sentence for each paragraph is omitted, Choose the correct topic sentence for each paragraph from the list of A--E provided, Put your answer in the proper box and then transfer your answers to the Answer Sheet, 一 6一 Itschampions have been many and varied, and there is hardly a popular sport in which Australia has not gained recognition. Most likely explanation for this sporting preeminence seems to lie not in any single reason，but in a combination of factor. Natural 190
ability is an important consideration,as is the opportunity that potential champions have to develop in their particular fields through widespread clubs,state and national competitions. Many Australian youngsters of both sexes begin playing regular competitive sports at the early age of eight or under.Thousands of youngsters can be seen each weekend joining in football,tennis,basketball and swimming competitions. 7 A half-day a week is usually set aside for inter-school competitions.Spectator sports like football,tennis and car-racing draw big crowds.And public interest is stimulated by extensive television,newspaper and radio coverage. 8 The movement keeps a constant vigil over swimmers in the surf.Thousands of young men,all excellent swimmers,belong to these clubs at most surfing beaches.The spectacular surf carnivals when the lifesavers compete against each in special surf events are an outstanding feature of the Australian summer scene.Other popular water sports are swimming in constructed pools and inland waters,yachting and sailing,water-skiing,skin- diving,motor-boat racing and fishing. 9 Facilities in the snowfields have developed rapidly in recent years to keep pace with increasing demand.Growing numbers of top overseas skiers and instructors are coming to the Australian snow resorts during the northern hemisphere summer. A.In winter,snow sports in the Australian Alps have become popular. B.A distinctively Australian contribution is the volunteer surf-lifesaving movement. C.In relation 1o population,Australia holds an outstanding international position in sport. D.It is a public holiday in Australia and the focus of national interest. E.Sport also plays an important part in school life. Question 6 7 8 9 Paragraph 1 2 3 4 Correct Answer 191
ability is an important consideration, as is the opportunity that potential champions have to develop in their particular fields through widespread cl uhs, state and national competitions. Many Australian youngsters of both sexes begin playing regular competitive sports at the early age of eight football，tennis， or under. Thousands of youngsters can be seen each weekend joining in basketball and swimming competitions. 7 A half-day a week is usually set aside for inter-school competitions. Spectator sports like football，tennis and car-racing draw big crowds. And public interest is stimulated by extensive television, newspaper and radio coverage. 8 The movement keeps a constant vigil over swimmers in the surf. Thousands of young men, all excellent swimmers, belong to these clubs at most surfing beaches. "hhe spectacular surf carnivals when the lifesavers compete against each in special surf events are an outstanding feature of the Australian summer scene. Other popular water sports are swimming in constructed pools and inland waters，yachting and sailing，water-skiing，skindiving, motor-boat racing and fishing. 9 Facilities in the snowfields have developed rapidly in recent years to keep pace with increasing demand. Growing numbers of top overseas skiers and instructors are coming to the Australian snow resorts during the northern hemisphere summer. A. In winter，snow sports in the Australian Alps have become popular. B. A distinctively AtAStralian contribution is the volunteer surf-lifesaving movement. C. In relation to population, Australia holds an outstanding international position in sport. D. It is a public holiday in Australia and the focus of national interest. E. Sport also plays an irportant part in school life. Question 6 7 8 9 Paragraph 1 2 3 4 Correct Answer 191
Question 10:Writing a summary (15 points) Summarize the above passage (i.e.,the passage in Questions 6-9)in your own words.Your summary should be 70 to 80 words.Write your summary on the Answer Sheet. Part 2:Writing a Letter (25 points) Question 11:Writing a Letter of Invitation You are Li Qing,Chairman of the English Department of Shanghai University of Foreign Languages.You want to invite Professor Coster of Pittsburgh State University to attend the National Seminar on Shakespeare in your department.Write an invitation letter to him.Base your letter on the following notes: 1)date:between October 11 and 17 2)place:on the campus of Shanghai University of Foreign Languages 3)ask Professor Coster to give a speech and promise to cover his traveling and other expenses. 4)Professor Coster has given a lecture on British Drama before and has been liked by the Chinese teachers since then. Note: 1)Write a correctly laid out letter,which might include the letterhead,date,name and address of recipient,salutation,body of the letter,complementary close,signature,and sender's printed name as well as job title.5 points will be deducted for failing to follow the letter format properly. 2)You should write about 120 words. 3)Write the answer on your Answer Sheet. Part 3:Writing an Exposition (40 points) Question 12: Write an expository essay on the following topic:Advice for the new students who will take the writing class. You have just finished a writing class.You are required to give some advice to the 192
Question 10:Writing a summary(15 points) Summarize the above passage (i, e.，the passage in Questions 6-9 ) in your own words. Your summary should be 70加80 words. Write your summary on the Answer Sheet. Part 2:Writing a Letter <25 points) Question 11: You are Li Writing a Letter of Invitation Qing, Chairman of the English Department of Shanghai University of Toreign Languages. You want to invite Professor Coster of Pittsburgh State University to attend the National Seminar on Shakespeare in your department. Write an invitation letter to him. Base your letter on the following notes: 1) date:between October 11 and 17 2) placer on the campus of Shanghai University of Foreign Languages 3) ask Professor Coster to give a speech and promise to cover his traveling and other expenses. 4) Professor Coster has given a lecture on British Drama before and has been liked by the Chinese teachers since then. Note ; 1)Write a correctly laid out letter, which might include the letterhead, date, name and address of recipient，salutation, body of the letter, complementary close, signature，and sender's printed name as well as job title. 5 points will be deducted for failing to follow the letter format properly. 2)You should write about 120 words. 3) Write the answer on your Answer Sheet. Part 3:Writing an Exposition (40 points) Question 12: Write an expository essay on the following topic:Advice for the new students who will take the writing class. You have just finished a writing class. You are required to give some advice to the !92
students who will take the same class in the future.Below are some ideas you may want to use.You can add your own advice.You should write 150-200 words.Write the essay on your Answer Sheet. Advice: ● Write something interesting to you. O Follow the structure the teacher gives. O See your writing as a medium to express yourself. ● Exchange your writing with classmates. Don't fall behind the schedule. 193
students who will take the same class in the future. Below are some ideas you may want to use. You can add your own advice. You should write 150-200 words. Write the essay on your Answer Sheet. Advice ; . Write something interesting to you. . Follow the structure the teacher gives. . See your writing as a medium to express yourself. . Exchange your writing with classmates. . Don't fall behind the schedule. 193
试卷代号：1027 座位号 中央广播电视大学2007一2008学年度第一学期“开放本科”期末考试 英语专业高级英语写作试题答题纸 2008年1月 题 号 Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 总 分 分数 得分 评卷人 Part 1:Reading and Summary [35 points] Questions 1-5:10 points,2 points each. 1. 2. 4. 5. Questions 6-9:10 points,2.5 points each. 6. 7. 8. 9. Question 10:15 points. Check that the main points of the original passage are included. (10 points) ● Check that the information is organized logically. (2 points) ● Check that the language used is appropriate and accurate. (3 points) Summary 194
试卷代号 :1027 座位号巨一口 中央广播电视大学2007-2008学年度第一学期“开放本科”期末考试 英语专业 高级英语写作 试题答题纸 Zoos年 1月 题 号 Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 总 分 分 数 得 分 评卷人 Part 1:Reading and Summary [35 points Questions 1一5:10 points, 2 points each. 1. 2. 3. 4. Questions 6-9:10 points, 2.5 points each. 6. 7. 8. 9. Question 10:15 points. . Check that the main points of the original passage are included. . Check that tlae information is organized logically. . Check that the language used is appropriate and accurate. (10 points) (2 points) (3 points) Summary 194
得分 评卷人 Part 2:Writing a Letter [25 points] Question 11: ● Check that the content of the letter is relevant and appropriate. (10 poins) Check that the language used is appropriate and accurate. (10 points) Check that the layout of the letter is appropriate:the use of paragraphs,space,position of opening and closing expressions,etc. (5 points) ● Both British and American spellings are acceptable.Special attention should be paid to the formality of the language. A Letter 得分 评卷人 Part 3:Writing an Exposition [40 points] Question 12: An Exposition 195
得 分 评卷人 Part 2:Writing a Letter [25 points] Question 11: . Check that the content of the letter is relevant and appropriate. (10 poins) . Check that the language used is appropriate and accurate. (10 points) . Check that the layout of the letter is appropriate; the use of paragraphs, space, position of opening and closing expressions, etc. (5 points) . Both British and American spellings are acceptable. Special attention should be paid to the formality of the language. A Letter 得 分 评卷人 Part 3:Writing an Exposition [40 points] Question 12: An Exposition 195
试卷代号：1027 中央广播电视大学2007一2008学年度第一学期“开放本科”期末考试 英语专业高级英语写作试题答案及评分标准 (供参考) 2008年1月 Part 1:Reading and Summary (35 points) Questions 1-5:10 points,2 points each. 1.C 2.B 3.E 4.D 5.A Questions 6-9:10 points,2.5 points each. 6.C 7.E 8.B 9.A Question 10:15 points. O Check that the main points of the original passage are included. (10 points) Cheek that the information is organized logically. (2 points) O Cheek that the language used is appropriate and accurate. (3 points) An example: Summary The reasons why australia holds an excellent international position in sports lie in a combination of factors.Besides natural ability,the opportunity is very important.Many youngsters take part in all kinds of competitions not only in school but also in different clubs.They have a distinctive contribution named "the volunteer surf-lifesaving movement". They have other popular water sports in summer and snow sports in winter. Part 2:Writing a Letter (25 points) Question 11: Check that the content of the letter is relevant and appropriate. (10 points) Check that the language used is appropriate and accurate. (10 points） Check that the layout of the letter is appropriate:the use of paragraphs,space,position of 196
试卷代号 :1027 中央广播电视大学2007-2008学年度第一学期“开放本科”期末考试 英语专业 高级英语写作 试题答案及评分标准 (供参考) 2008年 1月 Part 1:Reading and Summary ( 35 points) Questions 1一5:10 points, 2 points each, 1. C 2. B 3. E Questions 6-9:10 points, 2. 5 points each. 4. D 5. A 6. C 7.E 8. B 9. A Question 10:15 points. Check that Cheek that main points of the original passage are included. information is organized logically. . Cheek that the language used is appropriate and accurate. An example; (10 points) <2 points (3 points) e e h h 奋 t 奋 L : Summary The reasons why Australia holds an excellent international position in sports lie in a combination of factors. Besides natural ability, the opportunity is very important. Many youngsters take part in all kinds of competitions not only in school but also in different clubs. They have a distinctive contribution named "the volunteer surf-lifesaving movement". "They have other popular water sports in summer and snow sports in winter. Part 2:Writing a Letter <25 points) Question 1 l: . Check that the content of the letter is relevant and appropriate, (10 points) . Check that the language used is appropriate and accurate. (10 points) . Check that the layout of the letter is appropriate: the use of paragraphs, space, position of 196
opening and closing expressions,etc. (5 points) ● Both British and American spellings are acceptable.Special attention should be paid to the formality of the language. An example: Li Qing English Department Shanghai University of Foreign Languages Shanghai,P.R.C. August 30'h,2006 Professor Coster English Department Pittsburgh State University Pittsburgh,U.S.A. Dear Professor Coster, All our teachers who have attended your lecture on British Drama in Shanghai University of Foreign Languages are deeply impressed by your thorough knowledge and profound understanding of the subject.They are very fond of your teaching method with great humor. We would like to know if you could come,as our guest of honor,to the National Seminar on Shakespeare,which is to be held on our campus between October 11 and 17,and deliver a speech on whatever subject that interests you. You would,of course,receive our standard honorarium to cover traveling and other expenses. Please let us know if you can come and tell us when you can make the trip. Sincerely yours, Li Qing Chairman English Department Shanghai University of Foreign Languages 197
opening and closing expressions, etc. . Both British and American spellings are acceptable. Special attention should be formality of the language. An example: < S points) paid to the Li Qing English Department Shanghai University of Foreign Languages Shanghai, P. R. C. August 30`h，2006 Professor Coster English Department Pittsburgh State University Pittsburgh, U. S. A. Dear Professor Coster, All our teachers who have attended your lecture on British Drama in Shanghai University of Foreign Languages are deeply impressed by your thorough knowledge and profound understanding of the subject. They are very fond of your teaching method with great humor. We would like to know if you could come, as our guest of honor, to the National Seminar on Shakespeare，which is to be held on our campus between October 11 and 17，and deliver aspeech would on whatever subject that interests you. You of course，receive our standard honorarium to cover traveling and other expenses. Please let us know if you can come and tell us when you can make the trip. Sincerely yours， Li Qing Chairman English Department Shanghai University of Foreign Languages
Part 3:Writing an Exposition (40 points) Question 12: Marking Guidelines Reasonably free from errors,substantial length,well-constructed, relevant ideas,all the main arguments presented with adequate 36-40 Excellent examples,good use of complex sentence forms,appropriate choice of words and structures. A few errors,but not too intrusive to reader's understandine, reasonable length,relevant ideas,main arguments covered,but 32-35 Very good possibly some examples or information missing,few errors in complex sentence forms,few errors in control of structure and words. Reader can follow the argument,but a little interference from errors of structure and choice of words,few errors in subject/verb 25-31 Good agreement,most of main arguments presented,a little irrelevant information or lack of relevant examples,control of simple sentence structure,but errors in complex sentences. Ideas can be followed without too much difficulty on the part of the reader,argument lacks some coherence,a few errors of structure 24 Pass and choice of words are intrusive,control only of simple sentence forms,errors in subject/verb agreement. Difficult to follow ideas,argument weakly presented,some errors 16-23 Weak even in simple sentence formation,errors in structure and vocabulary are many and are somewhat intrusive. Errors in structure and vocabulary prevent much understanding of 0-15 Very poor the message,serious errors in sentence formation,arguments not well presented. 198
Part 3:Writing an Exposition (40 points) Question I2: Marking Guidelines 36---40 Excellent Reasonably free from errors，substantial length，well-constructed, relevant ideas, all the main arguments presented with adequate examples，good use of complex sentence forms，appropriate choice of words and structures. 32- 35 Very good A few errors，but not too intrusive to reader’s understandine， reasonable length, relevant ideas，main arguments covered, but possibly some examples or information missing, few errors in complex sentence forms，few errors in control of structure and words. 25- 31 Good Reader can follow the argument, but a little interference from errors of structure and choice of words，few errors in subject/verb agreement，most of main arguments presented，a little irrelevant information or lack of relevant examples， control of simple sentence structure, but errors in complex sentences. 24 Pass Ideas can be followed without too much difficulty on the part of the reader, argument lacks some coherence, a few errors of structure and choice of words are intrusive，control only of simple sentence forms，errors in subject/verb agreement. 16--23 W eak Difficult to follow ideas，argument weakly presented, some errors even in simple sentence formation， errors in structure and vocabulary are}many and are somewhat intrusive, 0- 15 Very poor Errors in structure and vocabulary prevent n-iuch understanding of the message, serious errors in sentence formation，arguments not well }}resented. 198