功能句16：说明自己忙碌

1、您是知道的，在过去的这半年中，我非常忙碌，因为我把所有注意力都放在研究生入学考试的准备上。

As you know, during the past six months, l was/have been extremely/exceedingly/quite busy because I focused all my attention on the preparation for the national entrance exams for postgraduate studies.

功能句17：个人观点

1、作为一名正在准备研究生入学考试的大四学生，我坚信持之以恒的精神总会带给我力量。

As a senior (who is preparing for the national entrance exams for postgraduate studies), l am firmly convinced that perseverance/persistence always brings me power/strength.

2、作为一名年轻人，我喜欢在城市工作、在乡村生活，因为……

写法一：As a youngster, l prefer to work in the city and live in the countryside, for ......

写法二：l , as a youngster, prefer to ……

功能句18：概述图画/材料

1、这是一张简单但具有启发性的图画，生动展示了存在于......之中的一个普遍现象。

This is a simple but enlightening/inspiring/illuminating picture which vividly illustrates a common phenomenon among ...

2、这是一篇简单但具有启发性的文章节选，作者在文中指出……

This is a simple but enlightening excerpt of an article, in which the author argues that/points out that ......

【注】 satirical adj.具有讽刺性的

功能句19：图画细节（时间-地点-人/物-行为-伴随）

1、在通往高山顶的路上，有一个年轻人正坐着休息，并叹气道︰“累了！我不爬了。”

On the path to the top of a high mountain, there is a youngster, sitting for a rest and sighing/saying, "I am too tired/exhausted(adj.精疲力尽的) to climb."

2、四个年轻人坐在一张餐桌旁，正盯着自己的智能手机，同时美食丝毫未动。

Beside a table sit four youngsters, staring/looking at their smartphones, with tasty food uneaten.

【注】 ①全倒装：介词短语+谓语动词+主语=全倒装 ②with + n + doing/v-ed/介词短语：表身上或周围的事物

功能句20：对比反差/引出观点

1、尽管他们是为了增进友谊而聚餐，但这些人彼此之间几乎没有交流。

Although they gather/get together to enhance friendship, scarcely do these guys chat with each other.

2、尽管我没有孩子，但我完全同意作者的观点。

Although l have no children/I do not have children, l cannot agree more with the author's idea.

【注】 ①表否定概念的副词或短语位于主语之前，该句半倒装（一般疑问句语序） ②never will I... = l will never ...

功能句21：文字说明

1、图画下面的两个汉字可以被注意到，写的是“途中”。

Two Chinese characters can be noticed/seen below the picture, which say(v.内容是)/read "on the journey".

【注】 ①Several Chinese characters 若干汉字 ②which say that + 句子

功能句22：概述图标

1、这是一个柱状图，清晰展示了2008年到2009年中、美、日系汽车品牌在中国汽车市场份额的明显变化。

This is a column/bar chart that clearly illustrates the dramatic/remarkable changes in shares(n.份额) of Chinese/domestic, American and Japanese car brands in the Chinese market from 2008 to 2009.

功能句23：数据上升

1、在此期间，中国品牌的份额明显上升，达到约33%。相比之下，日系品牌的销量呈现出急剧下降的趋势，从35%降至26%。同时，美系品牌的占比稳定在12%。

During the period, the share of domestic brands ascended/increased remarkably, reaching approximately 33%. By contrast, sales of Japanese brands displayed/showed a sharp decline, from 35% to 26%. Meanwhile, the percentage/proportion of American brands remained stable at 12%.

功能句24：占比排序（静态图描述）

1、总体上，大四学生兼职比例最高，达到了88.24%；紧随其后的是大三和大二学生，分别占比71.93%和71.13%；排在最后的是大一学生，占67.77%。

Overall, seniors have the largest proportion of part-time job takers, at 88.24%. The next are juniors and sophomores, with 71.93% and 71.13% respectively. Finally come freshmen, at 67.77%.

2、总体上，新年礼物的花销占最大比重，达到40%。其次是交通和聚餐费用，均占20%。最后是其它花销的总和，为20%。

Overall, the expense on New Year gifts is the largest proportion, accounting for 40%. The next is the expenditure on transportation an dining, with the same 20%. Finally comes the total spending on others at 20%.

功能句25：图画/图表联系主旨

1、显然，这幅图能让人联想到面对逆境时两种截然不同的态度。

This drawing/picture/cartoon, apparently, can be associated with two distinct attitudes in front of adversities/setbacks/hardships/difficulties.

2、这样的数据能让人联想到中国汽车市场的激烈竞争。

Such statistics/figures/data can be associated/linked/related/connected with the fierce competition in China's car/automobile market.

功能句26：普遍现象

1、然而，在现实生活中，很多年轻人在追求成功的过程中，往往一遇到挑战便会放弃。

However, in reality, a host of young people tend to give up when they encounter/when encountering challenges during their pursuit of success.

功能句27：危害

1、事实上，“放弃”这种相反可能会构成—种障碍，阻碍着很多人在工作、生活和学习中取得进步和成长。

In fact/Actually/As a matter of fact, the thought of "giving up" may constitute/from an obstacle that hinders/hampers many people's growth and progress in work, life and study.

功能句28：观点+比喻

1、在我看来，坚持可以被比作一条通往成功的道路。

To my understanding/From my perspective, persistence/perseverance/never giving up can be likened to/be seen as a road leading to success.

2、在我看来，自信可以被看做一把钥匙，打开通往光明未来的大门。

Confidence, to my understanding, can be likened to a key which unlocks the gate to a promising future.

功能句29：号召

1、因此，每个人都应该牢记：永不放弃，你的梦想终会实现。

Thus, everyone should bear in mind/keep in mind/remember that "Never give up. You will eventually achieve your dream."

2、整个社会应该营造一种积极氛围，以倡导公共美德。

Society as a whole should foster a positive atmosphere to advocate public virtues.

功能句30：举例/列举

1、一个典型例子就是我自己。

A case in point is me. = A typical example is me.

2、我们应该利用现代科技产品，包括网络、手机、电视以及电脑。

lt is advisable/sensible for us to utilize modern technological products, including/such as the Internet, cell phones, TV and computers.

【注】 rationally adv.理性地

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