How to Write the Gaokao Essay

Author: Peng Yinchong et al.
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Publish Date: 1998-10-01
Features: This book is specifically written for high school students preparing for the college entrance examination (Gaokao) and the high school graduation examination (Huikao), aiming to provide them with practical help in writing exam essays. The authors, through extensive research over the years on four different types of writing—narrative, descriptive, argumentative, and expository essays—guide students on how to analyze essay topics, develop ideas, select materials, outline, express language, and revise their writing, while also addressing their doubts. The book adopts a question-and-answer format, examples, brief comments, and thought-provoking exercises to adhere to the principle of applying theory to practice and integrating theory with reality. It embeds writing knowledge and skills into the explanation of specific issues, striving for targeted and effective learning.
The "Examples" section features selected outstanding essays from past Gaokao across the country, with brief analyses and comments based on different writing focuses for reference. Additionally, some exam essays with errors are included for comparison, pointing out flaws to raise awareness and help students truly understand how to and how not to write exam essays.
After each question, there are also "Thought-Provoking Exercises" to provide students with more practice opportunities, aiming to achieve the effect of learning by analogy and deeper comprehension. In summary, the innovative format and strong practicality are the key features of this book.