College English Test Band 4 Writing Guide

Author: Zhu Liang
Publisher:
Publish Date: 2005-10-01
Features:
Analysis of past exam papers – reveals question patterns;
Word and sentence construction – explains writing techniques;
25 sample essays with critiques – highlights common mistakes;
20 model essays – predicts exam trends.
Gain insight into exam trends and enhance practical skills.
This book primarily includes:
1. Requirements, question formats, and scoring criteria for CET-4 writing;
Challenges and strategies for CET-4 writing. Based on years of teaching experience, the authors address the weaknesses and difficulties faced by most students in English writing, introducing relevant techniques.
2. Basic principles of English writing: The book trains readers in framework awareness, cohesion awareness, content awareness, and highlight awareness, revealing the content patterns of writing.
3. Comparison of differences between Chinese and English writing: Without understanding the disparities in writing between Chinese and English, it is difficult to write satisfactory essays. The book provides numerous examples, listing problems students encounter in practice and offering corresponding solutions, advocating for English writing thinking.
4. Offers readers a wealth of model essays and critiques: Chapter 8 includes CET-4 writing questions from January 1995 to June 2005, along with model essays and critiques; Chapter 9 features student practice essays with critiques and revised versions; Chapter 10 presents sample CET-4 writing questions and 20 model essays for reference. The authors also analyze key points of the model essays, helping students stay focused in their learning.