雅思大作文考情分析——题型
雅思考试大作文延续了以往考试的特点,议论文的考查依然高居榜首,综观全年考试,共有40次考查议论文;其次是说明文,考查次数为5次;考查次数最少的为混合类文体,仅3次。
一、议论文考情分析
(一)整体40次的考试中,单边议论文考查11次,具体题目如下:
2014/01/11
Many young people choose to change their job after few years. Why? Do the disadvantages outweigh the advantages?
2014/02/13
Towns and cities are attractive places. Some suggest the government should spend money putting in more works of art like paintings and statues to make them to live in. Do you agree or disagree?
2014/02/22
Educating children is expensive and in some countries the government pays some or all of the costs. Do the advantages outweigh its disadvantages?
2014/03/15
It is important for all towns and cities to have large public spaces like squares and parks. Do you agree or disagree?
2014/04/05
An increasing number of people change their career and place of residence several times during their life. Is this a positive or negative development?
2014/04/26
In most countries, with the widespread of the use of Internet, people have more freedom to choose to work and study at home instead of traveling to work or college. Do advantages outweigh disadvantages?
2014/07/10
Some countries achieve international sporting success by building specific facilities only for the training of top athletes, instead of providing facilities that everyone can use. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
2014/08/16
Government are encouraging industries and businesses to move from large cities to regional areas. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
2014/09/04
People can live and work anywhere they want to choose, because of improved communication technology and transport. Do the advantages of this development outweigh disadvantages?
2014/11/13
Research shows that overstating can be just as harmful as smoking. Thus the advertising of certain food products should be banned, as cigar is banned in many countries. Do you agree or disagree?
2014/11/22
Online shopping is now replacing shopping in store. Do you think it is a positive or negative development?
要点提示:单边议论文在写作过程中一定要明确对于文章观点的呈现。换句话说,考生在表达的时候必须给出一个确定的答案,切忌含糊其辞,模棱两可。倘若不能给出明确观点,一方面可能使得文章看起来说理不清、过于朦胧;另一方面可能缺乏明确观点而造成写作时的前后矛盾,所以建议考生在平日练习时关注此类题目中观点的展示。
(二)双边议论文的考查次数与单边议论文不相上下,总共出现12次考查题目,具体如下:
2014/02/15
Some people think the main reason for success is hard work and determination. While other people think factors like money and personal appearance are also important. Discuss both views and give your own opinions.
2014/03/13
Some people believe that printed books are no longer necessary in this digital era as all writings can be stored electronically. Others think that printed books still play an important role. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
2014/06/19
Some people think that it’s easier for adults to learn practical skills(such as computer skills) by themselves; others think it’s better to learn with a teacher in the classroom. Discuss both sides and give your opinions.
2014/07/12
Some people think that young people should hold positions of power in the government, others disagree. Explain both sides of the argument and explain your personal preference.
2014/07/19
The government has the duty to ensure its citizens have a healthy diet, while others believe it is individuals’ responsibility. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
2014/07/26
Some people think environmental problem are too big for individuals to solve. Others, however, think that those problems cannot be solved unless individuals take some action. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
2014/08/09
Some people think that governments should ban dangerous sports. Others, however, believe that people should have the freedom of choosing sporting activities they like. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
2014/09/20
In developing countries, some people think the government should introduce new technology to people in order to improve quality of life, while others believe the government should offer free education. Discuss both sides and give your own opinion.
2014/10/25
Some people say job satisfaction is more important than job security, other think people cannot always expect to enjoy in jobs, working permanently is more important. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
2014/11/08
Some people think that most crime is the result of circumstances, e.g. Poverty and other social problems. Others however, think it is bad by nature. Discuss both these views and give your opinion.
2014/12/04
Some people say that it’s better to teach language students in small classes, others think the number of people does not matter. Discuss and give your opinion.
2014/12/06
Some think “vertical” city is the best, where people live in tall buildings. Others think “horizontal” city is better, where is few tall buildings. 2014/12/06
要点提示:Discuss both views and give your own opinion这类题型作为双边议论文的典型考查形式需要学生在写作时关注两部分内容,其一是关注双方观点的论述,其二是表述个人观点,二者缺一不可。如若只涉及其中一部分,则会在TR上出现分数缺失。