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Reading
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  1. 段落间的逻辑关系

    Object/Phenomenon & Origin (Why) & Feature (Why) & Relationship & Effects & Discussion (Opinions & Limit)

  2. 段落内的逻辑关系

    详略得当地扫一遍（一段话最好全看）+有意识的分层（每层用关键词概括，确保看懂）

  • 首尾句
  • 观点句：跳过例子，找观点（人名/地名/数字等都不重要，简写即可）
  • 逻辑关系
    • 转折：but/ yet/ however/ nevertheless/ nonetheless/ rather/ on the other hand
    • 递进：furthermore/ moreover/ above all
    • 强调：chiefly/ mainly/ in a large part/ basically/ fundamentally/ more specifically
    • 并列：also/ Along with … is …（重要的过渡句，暗示分层）
  1. 单句话抓主干：主系表，主谓宾，去修饰

  • 系动词：be/ seem/ look/ get/ feel/ become/ appear/ symbolize/ represent/ refer to

  • 情感态度词： love/ like / care/ distaste

  • 插入语：逗号隔开的第一句可以不看；破折号和括号是表示强调的插入语

  • 观点类的动词和名词：admit/ think/ question/ opionion 跳过看后面内容

题型

Except：排除法

Infer：一定有原文依据，不是无端推测

Summary：每一段用一个关键词概括，并结合先验知识（常见的逻辑结构）

Insertion：必须通读整段

Listening
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分层分层分层！目的是为了让自己集中注意力+把握内容的变化

Writing
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T1
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Reading材料在写作时会被提供

The reading passage presents several points regarding (topic of the reading). Specifically, it discusses (main idea of the reading). In contrast, the lecture challenges the claims made in the reading, arguing that (main idea of the lecture) because (none can be definably proven).

First, the reading asserts that (R1), suggesting that (explanation of R1). However, the lecturer refutes this by stating that (L1), emphasizing that (explanation of L1).

Second, the reading suggests that (R2), supported by (evidence or reasoning from the reading). On the other hand, the lecturer disputes this argument, pointing out that (L2), and further explaining that (explanation of L2).

Finally, the reading posits that (R3), arguing that (evidence or reasoning from the reading). Nevertheless, the lecturer opposes this view, arguing that (L3), and elaborating that (explanation of L3).

T2
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While A posits that (观点A), I concur with B’s view that (观点B). Furthermore, I firmly believe that (观点C). In other words, (展开). For example, (举例). Consequently, (观点B和C的立场).

举例：正向+反向的幻想

万能理由

  1. 方便 效率
  2. 经济 耐久
  3. 安全 环保
  4. 交流 经验
  5. 乐趣 成就
  6. 情感 健康
  7. 放松

Speaking
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T1
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培养能力 fosters creativity and problem-solving skills
broadens my skill set
the abilitiy to learn and adapt continuously
aligns better with my desire for continuous growth and learning
Multi-task & handle many tasks at the same time
不无聊 become monotonous over time
break the monotony
效率 improve efficiency
方便 making it easier and faster to connect with others regardless of distance
greatly enhancing convenience in daily life
become versatile tools, combining multiple devices into one
serve as cameras, GPS systems, and portable libraries
放松 relax mind & body
stay in one’s comfort zone
have more time to

社交类：

  1. deepen connections / friendships
  2. foster a sense of camaraderie 培养情谊
  3. share insights and ideas with peers

improvement类：

  1. enhance their writing abilities, communication skills, and critical thinking capabilities – all of which are extremely crucial for their future development (这些skills可以随便改)
  2. cultivate an enjoyable atmosphere for…
  3. enhance / improve xxx’s well-being; foster a sense of well-being
  4. improve self-confidence

花钱 / 省钱：

  1. effectively ease / reduce my financial concerns
  2. alleviate financial burdens
  3. reduce stress levels
  4. cost-effectiveness
  5. expense 花费

政府类：

  1. boost revenue
  2. create lucrative opportunities
  3. generate profits
  4. impose an undue tax burden on citizens

其他：

  1. … serve as …
  2. contribute to …
  3. rather than
  4. strengthen
  5. solid foundation

省钱

have a financial cushion in case of emergencies

bigger purchases

take out a loan

use a credit card

fun activities

童年

don’t have to worry about bills, work or any

enjoy one’s life and have fun

be able to experience so many new things and learn about the world

you know, to explore and make new friends

get to spend time with … and create memories that will last a lifetime

All these makes childhood a special and unique time that one can never get back

闲暇时间

keep my free time open

have some flexibility in life and not be tied down to a strict schedule

something unexpexted happens or comes up

Rearrange or reschedule my plans

make plans in advance

Come up with some creative ideas about how to

Try new hobbies

事实类 it depends

教育类 学知识 提升成绩 拿奖学金 有成就感

生活类 节省金钱和时间

人际关系类 开心 改善人际关系

模板

I would prefer … rather than … First, … Second, …

T2
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Proposal (2 Points) & Comments (2 Points)

The proposal suggests that … The man/woman supports the idea of/that … However, he/she disagrees with doing … Instead, he/she suggests …

T3
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Concept & Example

The professor’s lecture provides an example of … He/she describes one’s experience

T4
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2 Points & Examples