Books

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A lot of children feel that they are forced to read at school from an early age.Schools often focus on getting better results instead of encouraging pupils to read for enjoyment.Books are usually graded in levels.If a child is stuck at a certain level,he may feel like he is failing to keep up with his classmates.

To encourage students to read,it is beneficial to choose books that are funny and enjoyable.Have you watched the movieCharlie and the Chocolate Factory? It was all based on the book of the same name by an author called Roald Dahl.He wrote many stories that are loved by both children and adults.Most British adults remember reading these stories when they were young because they are very funny.Reading doesn’t have to be a serious thing.If you find a book that can make you smile,then look for books by the same author.It doesn’t matter what you read,as long as you enjoy it.

Research shows that children who read for enjoyment have better reading and writing skills,more imagination,a broader vocabulary,a deeper understanding of different cultures,and more social skills.

Some books are popular among both kids and adults.Why not ask your parents to read the same book as you?Then you can discuss what you like or dislike about it.Try carrying a book or magazine in your bag when you travel or go on holiday.You will find that you enjoy reading more than playing games on your smartphone.

Developing a love for reading takes time,but the rewards are worth it.Authors don’t write books in order to make readers fall asleep or throw them away.Keep exploring different books,and you will find something that you can’t put down.

Tasks

1.Why do a lot of children hate reading?

2.What does the writer think of reading books for enjoyment?

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让人成长的不是年龄，而是阅历。看过的电影、读过的书、交过的朋友、游览过的风景、做过的难题、促膝交谈的师长……都是成长过程中不可或缺的部分。丰富多彩的初中生活充满了苦辣酸甜，请描述对你影响最深刻的事件或画面，并将“______which has influenced me the most”这一题目补充完整，写一篇不少于100词的英语作文。

原文呈现

The book which has influenced me the most

I used to think the life is not so valuable.So whenever I met some trouble,the first thought in my mind was giving up.However my life has completely changed since I met the bookTo Live.

The story of the book is about a man called Fu Gui.He used to have a lot of money.After a turning point of his life,his family members died one by one.He fully tasted the deepest pain.He was still working with smile on his face instead of giving up his life.

It is the book which has influenced me most.What’s the fate gives you,just accept it.I was touched deeply.From it,I have learned how to face the difficulty in my life.I won’t be afraid of any problems.

第一句应该用否定前移，主从句时态要一致，可改为I didn’t think life was so valuable in the past.另外，第一段引出话题应简洁，直奔主题。

第二段对书中人物命运发展的描述不够清晰，读者无法清晰知道情节主线。

文章使用了复合句，但出现语法错误，“What’s the fate gives you”应该改成“Whatever the fate gives you”。

结构上可以再做调整。如“I was touched deeply.”应该是对故事情节的理解，放在第二段末尾更加恰当。

升格展示

The book which has influenced me the most

I didn’t think life was so valuable in the past.Whenever I met some trouble,I wanted to give up.The bookTo Livehas made a great difference to me.

The book is about a man called Fu Gui.He used to have a lot of money but he gambled and lost all.It’s the turning point of his life.Then his family members died one by one.He had to work hard in cold winter,despite enduring the deepest pain.But he still worked with smiles on his face.I was touched deeply.

There is no doubt that the book has influenced me the most.It taught me to accept whatever the fate gives me.I have learned how to face the difficulties.I won’t be afraid of any problems!

综合点评

这是一道半命题作文。在升格文中，小作者采用“总—分—总”的结构进行写作：第一段综述这本书对自己的影响；第二段描述书中人物命运发展的过程；第三段描述自己的成长和获得的启示。小作者对时态的把握比较准确，能根据内容灵活转换时态，如词语“used to”和句式“The bookTo Livehas made a great difference to me .”“It’s the turning point of his life.”的使用都突出了成长和改变。