1. 
    University, a place disseminating knowledge and illuminating people's mind, renders people opportunities to further their study and cultivate their capability. Some people propose that university should enroll equal number of male and female students in every major. Read carefully the opinions from both sides and write your response in about 200 words, in which you should first summarize briefly the opinions from both sides and give your view on the issue.
    Marks will be awarded for content relevance, content sufficiency, organization and language quality. Failure to follow the above instructions may result in a loss of marks.

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Nowadays, plenty of universities limit the number of female students who study in some particular subjects; therefore, more and more people, especially feminism supporters who help improve women's status in society, are arguing that universities should enroll equal number of male and female students in every subject. Equal admission will play a vital role in improving women's status since men and women are born equal, and women should also have the right to choose whatever majors they like. Only in this way, can men and women share not only the equal enrollment figures in every major but also equal opportunities in future jobs.	First of all, major selection is decided by students themselves. Studies show that men and women think differently. Male students are inclined to major in technical subjects, while female students are more likely to choose the arts. This may stem from the thought that men usually take the burden of feeding the family, and people who major in technical fields will have a better chance to get higher salary after graduation. To women, however, what they study is nothing serious for their future life. In the second place, some work is more suitable for an appointed gender. For instance, nurse schools are open to women only, and infants' schools prefer female teachers. These are all because women are more careful and patient, and less aggressive in nature. By contrast, men fit in jobs such as steel workers and police officers because of their braveness, haleness, and decisiveness.

2.  Write a note of about 50-60 words based on the following situation:
    Your friend, Charles, is going to find a part-time job. And you got the news that a translation company is recruiting part-timer. Write a note to him and tell him something about it.
    Marks will be awarded for content, organization, language and appropriateness.

3.  Should cell phones be allowed in schools? This has been an intensely discussed question for years. The following are the supporters' and opponents' opinions. Read carefully the opinions from both sides and write your response in about 200 words, in which you should first summarize briefly the opinions from both sides and give your view on the issue.
    Marks will be awarded for content relevance, content sufficiency, organization and language quality. Failure to follow the above instructions may result in a loss of marks.

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Having a cell phone on hand enables a student to ask for help quickly in an emergen- cy. Violent attacks, fires and thefts on campus can be reported quickly and then be dispatched by the appropriate authorities. 　　Many of the smart phones have programs that are similar to what are found in a laptop or desktop computer. Therefore, it makes it pos- sible for students to look for information on the Internet through the smart phones. If a student needs assistance with class work and does not have access to a computer, a smart phone can be used in a snap. 　　Most cell phones have a camera these days, so students can use it to take pictures of things taught in class. This is much more ef- fective than taking notes by pen.

There is nothing about cell phones that's not distracting. The ring of a cell phone dis- tracts teachers and other students. When students have cell phones with them, they might be playing games instead of doing school work or research. 　　Theft can be a huge problem with cell phones. You might leave your cell phone somewhere it could get stolen. A cell phone is tempting to a thief. 　　The potential for cheating has grown ex- ponentially. Some students can subtly look up the answers to test questions using search en- gines such as Google or online encyclopedias through the cell phones.

4.  Read carefully the following excerpt and then write your response in NO LESS THAN 200 WORDS, in which you should:
    1) summarize the main message of the excerpt, and then
    2) comment on whether students should go on overseas study tours.
    You can support yourself with information from the excerpt.
    Marks will be awarded for content relevance, content sufficiency, organization and language quality. Failure to follow the above instructions may result in a loss of marks.
   
    It has been a hot summer in many areas in China, but short study tours abroad seem to be even hotter. Parents spend tens of thousands of yuan on such study tours, especially to places where top universities are located, including the New England area in the United States, and Oxford and Cambridge in the United Kingdom. Universities like Cambridge charge a good amount of money for campus tours, largely because student visitors are on the increase.
    But students who fly half way around the world to visit these universities are not likely to be deterred by the high admission fees. They enjoy the sights, take photographs, and go through ritualized activities such as rowing on the Cambridge River.
    Back home, their parents proudly post the photos of their children on these study tours on social media. A hidden peer pressure is building up among middle-income group parents as even those who have to work till they drop to pay for such tours are signing up for them. These tours therefore contribute to making our time an age of escalating anxiety.
    In fact, "Being there, done that" is not necessarily educational if the exposure is short, the visits hurried, and interaction with locals rare.
    There are many other opportunities children can have. For instance, parents could send their kids to some local scenic spots where they can spend substantial time and be nourished by vitamin N (N for nature). City-based parents could let their children stay with a relative in the countryside so that they develop empathy and interpersonal communication skills by living with a different group of people.

5. 
    A resignation letter written by a middle school teacher from Henan Province says, "The world is so large that I want to travel around." Quitting one's job to take a trip seems to be a popular trend for today's young people, but many people question this irrational behavior. Do you support the behavior of quitting one's job to travel? Read carefully the opinions from both sides and write your response in about 200 words, in which you should first summarize briefly the opinions from both sides and give your view on the issue.
    Marks will be awarded for content relevance, content sufficiency, organization and language quality. Failure to follow the above instructions may result in a loss of marks.
    YES
    For those who love traveling, touring around the world is their dream. The true traveling is not spending 4 or 5 days visiting some scenic spots, but staying for one or two months or even longer in a place. In this case, one cannot still hold his or her job while going out to travel.
    Traveling can be regarded as a break for many who struggle to earn a living in cities. Yearning to see the outside world is the nature of all human beings. Taking a break and traveling in exotic countries will not only bring you new knowledge but also shape your ideas and perspectives about how you see yourself and the world.
    NO
    For most ordinary people, working and supporting the family are their basic responsibilities, while other hobbies, like traveling, can only serve as a supplementary part of their life. Quitting the job to travel is an unreasonable and irresponsible act. Traveling will cost a large sum of money. Once an individual quits his job, without the salary, it will be difficult for him to continue his life. Some people are simply using traveling as an excuse to escape from their life and responsibilities. They have the illusion that leaving their jobs for traveling outside can solve all the problems. However, when they return from their traveling, they will find that the problems are still there.