上周六的考题

真的是

看懵了一群烤鸭小伙伴们

什么一会advanced science & technology

一会又value artists and writers

到底在弄啥咧？

而且最后的问题是

What can arts tell us that science and technology cannot?

这都什么跟什么嘛…

不过不用担心

今天无忧就给大家带来高分范文

这篇近满分的文章

相信一定能给大家带来启发~

2018.04.14 Academic Task 2 Sample Essay

Q：In today's world of advanced science and technology, we still greatly value our writers and artists such as musicians and painters. What can arts tell us about life that science and technology cannot? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

Even with the existence of modern science and technology, individuals still hold high regard for writers and artists. In my opinion, this is because arts, unlike science and technology, are vital symbols of culture, heritage and history.

Firstly, arts symbolise cultural identity for most people as different cultures have resulted in distinct art forms. Music, art and writings have definitive styles that are specific to particular cultures, and thus they showcase traditions. In other words, folk songs and folktales as well as sculptures and painting that have been shared by ancestors with their families pass on cultural values and customs from one generation to another. For instance, elders of many Indian families sing various songs and share folklores with their kids and grandkids during festivals to teach them traditions and cultural values and keep their ethnic identity alive.

Moreover, unlike science and technology, arts are tokens of history that allow individuals to stay connected to the past of their nation and other countries. Many arts and songs depict historic events and people and bring immense historical value to the society. People can learn about the histories of places all across the globe with the help of artworks and better understand domestic and global history. For instance, art in the Louvre museum in Paris, represents the various movements during the European revolutions that allow individuals from every corner of the world to comprehend Europe’s current circumstance based on its past.  

In conclusion, although modern society is built on the existence of advanced science and technology, writers and artists such as musicians and painters are significantly cherished as art in any form allows individuals to stay connected with their cultural and historical background.

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[Vocabulary]

existence

n.存在，实在

e.g.: The very existence of the museum is threatened by lack of funding.

symbolise

Vt. 象征，代表

e.g.: The Opera House was lit in a deep shade of green to symbolise renewable energy.

definitive

adj. 决定性的，最据权威的，最终的

e.g.: A definitive book or performance is thought to be the best of its kind that has ever been or that will ever be done.

showcase

Vt. 使展现

e.g.: Restored films are being showcased this month at a festival in Paris.

depict

Vt. 描述，描绘

e.g.: The painter depicted Napoleon at the Battle of Waterloo.

immense

adj. 巨大的，极好的

e.g.: Regular visits from a social worker can be of immense value to old people living alone.

cherish

Vt. 珍爱，重视

e.g.: They cherish their native land.