3.8 邮件写作
1/You recently joined a new yoga class at your local community center. The instructor, Mr. Davis, has been very welcoming and helpful. However, you find the class schedule inconviient and would prefer if the classes were held at a different time that fits better with your daily routine.Write an email to Mr. Davis. In your email, do the following:• Thank him for his support and guidance in the yoga class.• Explain why the current class schedule is inconvenient for you.• Suggest alternative times that would work better for you and possibly other participants.
2/Your friend, Alex, has been feeling overwhelmed with university assignments. You have noticed that he is struggling to keep up with his workload and is not taking proper care of his health. You want to offer some helpful advice.In your email, do the following:• Describe to Alex what you have recently noticed about him.• Explain why it is important to maintain good health.• Suggest some specifc strategies Alex can use to manage his stress and workload.
3/评价别人的presentation，并给出建议Your classmate Nate has asked you for feedback on his presentation.Write an email to Nate. In your email, do the following：
• Congratulate him on his presentation
• Explain places where you think he can improve
• Give suggestions on additional ways to improve presentations
4./烘焙店，买的蛋糕没有满足你的期待，描述你对原本这个product的喜爱，并反馈遇到的问题
3.8 学术讨论
1/企业通过雇佣拥有大量粉丝的社交媒体网红进行产品推广（发布帖子、视频、评论）是否有效？We have been exploring how companies hire popular social media figures with thousands of followers to promote their products on social media platforms by posting posts, videos, and writing comments. Some marketers believe that these influencers can effectively boost sales because their followers trust their personal recommendations and view them as friends rather than advertisers. Others argue that hiring influencers is costly and uncertain, as their popularity can suddenly decline. Regarding marketing through social media figures, which of these two views is correct? Why?
A：I think the first view is more convincing. Influencers often have strong connections with their audiences, so their recommendations feel personal and trustworthy. For example, when a fitness influencer recommends a protein brand, followers may buy it because they admire that person's lifestyle and results.
B：I believe the second view is more correct. Influencer marketing is risky because online popularity changes very quickly, and companies may waste money if an influencer loses credibility. For instance, if a public scandal happens, the brand connected to that person can also suffer negative attention.
2/企业用哪种方式打造品牌更有利：长期不变还是紧跟潮流？Some companies maintain the same visual design and core advertising message for decades in order to build strong customer recognition and trust. Others regularly update their appearance, messages, and marketing methods to adapt to current trends and constantly changing customer preferences. Which strategy do you think is better for building a successful company over many years? Why?
A：I think consistency is the better strategy. When a company keeps the same image for a long time, customers remember it more easily and begin to trust it. For example, famous brands with stable logos often feel more reliable, which helps them maintain loyal customers over many years.
B：I believe adapting to trends is more effective. Customer interests change quickly, so companies need to update their image to stay attractive and competitive. For instance, brands that modernize their design and advertising can appeal to younger consumers and avoid looking outdated in a fast-changing market.
3. We have been discussing the impact of major historical figures on their respective societies. Some historians argue that individuals such as political leaders or influential thinkers have a greater impact on the course of history than broader social and economic forces. Others contend that social and economic events are the main drivers of historical change. What do you believe has a greater influence on shaping history: individual actions or broader social and economic forces? Why?
A：I believe individuals and their actions have a greater impact on shaping history. Leaders and influential thinkers can inspire movements, create significant changes, and leave A lasting legacy. Their decisions and actions often alter the course of events in profound ways.
B：In my opinion, broader social and economic events are more significant in shaping history. While individuals can influence events, it is the underlying conditions and trends that drive major changes. These forces affect large groups of people and create the context in which individuals operate.
4. We often discuss the influence of social media on modern society. Social media platforms can connect people globally and promote the exchange of ideas. However, they can also lead to misinformation and negatively impact mental health. Do you think social media has a more positive or negative impact on society? Why?
A：I believe social media has a positive impact on society. It allows people to stay connected with friends and family, share experiences, and access information quickly. Social media can also be a powerful tool for raising awareness about important issues.
B：In my opinion, social media has a negative impact on society. It can spread misinformation quickly and contribute to mental health problems like anxiety and depression.People often compare themselves to others on social media, which can lead to feelings of inadequacy.
1/Complete the Words科技领域：关于水下机器人（AUV）的革新。文章讨论了自主航行技术如何让设备在深海探测中实现独立导航，取代了传统的有线操作。艺术领域：巴洛克音乐（Baroque Music）的风格演变与核心特征。历史领域：古代农业工具的制作方式及工艺演进。
2/Read in Daily Life校园公告：整理了编程课程选课说明、英语文学（English Literature）选课通知，以及校内医疗中心的接诊时间与设施介绍。社会资讯：涉及市中心针对职场人士的数据分析技能培训方案。文化生活：针对当代热门影片的影评文章，考察了观点提取与态度辨析。
3/Read an Academic Passage本场考试涵盖了哲学、科学与文学分析：哲学思辨：重点考察了价值理论（Value Theory）。文章详细拆解了事物的内在价值与工具价值，并深度对比了功利主义与价值多元主义。
政治学说：自由至上主义（Libertarianism）理论。核心围绕个人主权、自由市场以及政府最小化干预原则展开。表演艺术：现代剧场表演的革新，探讨了非线性叙事逻辑以及打破第四堵墙（Breaking the fourth wall）的舞台实践。跨学科科学：涵盖了紫外线（UV）辐射探测理论、香料在食品保存中的抑菌机制、麻雀的进化历程分析，以及新式数据分析在科研中的应用。
文学研究：针对特定文学作品的人物分析（Literature Review），探讨角色的复杂性。
1/Listen and Choose a Response考察了日常社交场景下的即时反应，语料涉及校园社交、作业讨论及生活琐事，重点在于辨析说话人的隐含意图（如委婉拒绝、同情或建议）。
2/Conversations & Announcements校园对话：涵盖了学生与职员之间关于选课冲突、学分认定及实习机会的讨论。
广播公告：整理了关于志愿者招募、校园设施维护或临时活动变更的通知信息。
3/Academic Lectures
•心理学：认知失调理论（Cognitive Dissonance）。讲师详细分析了该心理现象在市场营销（缓解购后焦虑）和教育实践中的具体转化。
•材料科学：古罗马混凝土。通过对比现代材料，解析了古罗马建筑之所以能历经千年不倒的特殊化学成分与制作工艺。
•艺术与文化：
◦超现实主义：探讨胡安·米罗（Joan Miró）的创作方法，特别是自动主义（Automatism）如何影响艺术表达。
◦音乐史：Hip-hop 音乐中的声音拼贴技术。重点提到了1991年相关法律裁决对采样成本和创作模式的深远影响。【多次重复的旧题】
•环境与地球科学：
◦气候连锁反应：西伯利亚永冻层融化导致地下天然气（甲烷）喷发的危险现象。
◦生态保护：针对全球土地沙漠化的成因、现状及治理对策的探讨。
