第一篇

　　Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write a composition on the topic: CET4

　　假設你被選取為交換學生，到美國學習，你會選擇什么做為禮物帶給美國朋友。

　　Suppose that I am chosen to be an exchange student, ready to stay and study in the USA for a while, I will show the American people the best of our country and our culture. I think the best way to achieve this purpose is to bing them some souvenirs that can best represent Chinese characteristics. I would choose Chinese Ties.

　　The reasons for my choice are twofold. First things first, it symbolizes a Chinese dream, a dream deeply rooted in the Chinese culturea harmonious society. Typically round in shape, a Chinese Tie reflects ancient Chinese outlook on the world, which, they believe, should be round. In turn, round things signify a harmony. Secondly, I think few things are so wonderful as a...., since just in its middle is a square hole, which has another meaning the idea of order and rule.

　　Perhaps, there are numerous things that can stand for China, such as However, the best that can visualize China, as far as I am concerned, is the Chinese tie.