Part I Writing (30 minutes)

Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write a letter in reply to a friend’s inquiry about Plan after graduation. You should write at least 120 words according to the outline given below in Chinese:

假如你是李明，你的朋友石头来信咨询你的毕业之后的计划，考研还是就业，请根据自己的情况写封回信告知石头你的态度，并说明理由。

范文：

Dear Shitou,

So great to hear from your letter on May 1st, in which you inquired about my plan after graduation. Now, I am writing to illustrate it and my accounts.

As is known to all, so many graduates are eager to set feet on their work-life road. According to a survey by National Department of Education, more than six million college students will leave the so called “Ivory Tower” this year. It is clear that the competition for job-hunting will be extremely furious. On the contrary, it seems advisable for me to further my study and get a master’s degree. What makes me convinced is that a higher degree and better educational background will, undoubtedly, enable me to make full preparation for entering the society. Besides, if possible, I will get involved in social and practical activities in my spare time.

Taking all aspects into account, I choose to study as a postgraduate.

Many thanks for your concern. Best wishes! (160)