【正文】 nfluence on the way I think and talk. So that’s why I think it influences me most.【音頻】For me, the influence from my teachers is inparable. Mass media, such as newspapers and TV programs are just tools for accessing information. These are just oneway munication, without any personal and heartfelt interactions. However, the teachers’ influence could not merely measured by the ments on graded papers or the objective knowledge they have taught. My heart is filled with gratitude for Prof. Kuang, my master supervisor. Through her, I learned the spirit of academics. I learned how to hold myself when facing “catastrophes” in life and go through them. So, pared with newspaper or TV, the teachers’ influence is much more longlasting and profound.9. Describe a social or politics celebration event in your culture. Specific examples and details are necessary in your statement.Speaking of social celebration in my culture, there is one day of the year that is second to none, the Chinese New Year, which is also called the Spring Festival by most Chinese People. Even if you are indifferent with festive events, you cannot resist the charm of a family reunion dinner which marks the defining feature of the Spring Festival. And family members make toasts for each other in order to wish for joy, peace, health and fortune for the next year.【音頻】A type of social event celebrated in my culture is the flagraising ceremony on National Day. Oceans of people from all across the country e to Beijing the day before. They are very excited to see the ceremony with their own eyes instead of on TV. Some even have been planting this dream in their mind for years. They arrive around 6:00 early in the morning, waiting for the special moment. I guess they are all overwhelmed and thrilled by the wonderful scene at the time. On the other hand, the view of the honor guard parade is fantastic, the guards all wearing the green military uniform and marching to Tianmen Square with a high spirit. Each birthday celebration of the great country always begins with such a solemn flagraising ceremony, which strengthens the unity and motivation of its people.10. Whether the government should assist to build museum and theater? Give your opinion and include specific examples and details in your explanation.There’s no doubt that government should responsible for the people by means of regulation and investment. The main responsibility for the government is to benefit the people in any aspects. We cannot emphasize the importance of schools, museums and theatres too much. Cuz Museums and theatres serve as exhibition centers for people to know about the history and culture of the country. What I am saying is that museums and theatres do good to our mind and quality. Hence, government should provide fund to build museums and theaters.【音頻】I definitely agree with that government should help build artistic places such as museums and theatres. For one thing, these types of places are excellent for promoting appreciation for art. It can help us to regain the passion for beauty and depth in life, which is much better than being an internet addict or a couch potato. Furthermore, visiting museums and theatres will help understand much better in history and art, which will in turn benefit enhancing the culture. So I support that the government should invest money to build more museums and theatres. 11. Describe a place that you like best in your city. Please state why you like it with specific examples and details.Personally speaking, my favorite place in my city is the national library based on following reasons. Firstly, there are many books to my taste, such as fashion magazines, inspirational books, and professional books. Reading does good to our mind. As a student, we should always recharge ourselves by knowledge in order to meet the need of talents in this society. Secondly, I always go to the library with my friends. You know, it’s my glad to share knowledge with other people. Going to the library not only can we acquire knowledge but also can promote our friendship to some degree. 【音頻】My favorite place in my city is the New Oriental Restaurant. The New Oriental restaurant is the largest restaurant in our city and it provides all kinds of food, from sea food to curry, and from sushi to barbeque. Though I am a picky gourmet, the New Oriental can make me satisfy. Besides, the New Oriental is accessible by several buses and subway lines and it hence can be reached within half an hour from my home, even during rush hour. The price of the New Oriental is very reasonable and the waiters there provide well rounded service. I love the NO.12. When you are together with your friends, which place would you like to go? Explain why.【音頻】When I am with my good friends, we will definitely go do some sports together. Most of my friends love basketball, and we are all pretty good at it. We will play 3 on 3, or three point shootout. It’s great fun and good to have some sweat. We used to play basketball every week when we were still at school. Although we play less often now, it is still a great work out. We can lose ourselves in the game. Playing basketball is also good for health too.13. Do you like to eat at home or at the restaurant? Which do you prefer? Explain the reason.Personally speaking, I definitely prefer having meals at home for the following reasons. In the first place, it is cheaper to have meals at home. In the second place, it is more convenient to have meals at home, cuz you don’t need to take bus or taxi to go to the restaurant. Especially, it is a big deal when there is a traffic jam. Finally, having meals at home will save a plenty of time. You don’t have to spend much time on yours way to restaurant. According to some statistics, you just need 1 hour if you eat at home while you will need at least 2 hours if you eat out. 【音頻】I prefer eating at home to dining out for many reasons.