Section III Writing

Part A

51. Directions:

Write a letter to a friend of yours to

1) recommend one of your favorite movies and

2) give reasons for your recommendation.

You should write about 100 words on ANSWER SHEET 2.

Do not sign your own name at the end of the letter. Use “Li Ming” instead.

Do not write the address. (10 points)

参考范文：

Dear friend,

I am writing, without hesitation, to share one of my favorite movies, Forest Gump, with you, which is not only conducive to your study, but also beneficial to your life。

For one thing, the beautiful language in this original English movie may contribute to your study of English in listening, speaking, reading and writing. For another thing, the profound cultural elements implicit in the scene will equip you with foreign cultural background and, above all, enrich your daily life。

Would you like to see this movie after my recommendation? Remember to tell me your opinion about the movie. I am looking forward to your early reply。

Yours,

Li Ming

写作技巧

清晰的三段式层次，合情合理，语言要直接，态度真诚，语气随和。

第一段，点明写信的目的是推荐电影。信函开头的可套用句型为：

I am writing to you to recommend … for …

I take great pleasure in recommending to you … as …

I would like to present … for your consideration in …

With reference to your requirements, I shall, without reservation, recommend … as…。

第二段，简要概括推荐该电影的原因。

On the one hand,…On the other hand,…从两个角度提出……；

第三段，再次建议，并盼望回复。可套用句型：

I am convinced that you are willing to see this movie after my enthusiastic recommendation。

Your prompt attention on my recommendations will be highly appreciated。