Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write an essay commenting on the saying "Listening is more important than talking." You can cite examples to illustrate the importance of paying attention to others’ opinions. You should write at least 120 words but no more than 180 words.

Directions： For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write an essay on the importance of writing Chinese characters. The statement given below is for your reference. You should write at least 120 words but no more than 180 words. Nowadays, with the widespread use of smartphones and computers, a number of young people begin to ignore the Chinese handwriting.

Directions: Suppose you have just read of a vacancy (salesman) advertised on the website of a company in your city. As a new graduate, write an application letter to the HR of the company for the position. You should give appropriate reasons and write at least 120 words but no more than 180 words.

Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write an essay based on the picture below. You should start your essay with a brief description of the picture and then comment on how to achieve rational consumption. You should write at least 120 words but no more than 180 words. [*]

Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write a short essay entitled Developing Electric Cars following the outline given below. You should write at least 120 words but no more than 180 words. 1. 目前电动汽车的开发收到政府重视 2. 分析这一现象的原因 3. 提出建议