全國2009年1月高等教育自學考試

英語寫作基礎試題

課程代碼：00597

I.重寫句子（30 points,3 points each）

Revise the following sentences according to the requirement.

Example: The history of English words is the history of our civilization in many ways.(periodic sentence)

In many ways, the history of English words is the history of our civilization.

1. He bought a loaf of bread. He was hungry.(complex sentence)

2. Summer is the most enjoyable season for many people.(periodic sentence)

3. In class kids may play word games. They may also tell jokes in English.(simple sentence)

4. I thought she would scold me. She let me tell her my troubles. (compound sentence)

5. Though cheerful in company he was often sad in private. (loose sentence)

6. The clock struck twelve. He breathed his last. (complex sentence)

7. Most food in a fast food restaurant is not expensive. People are able to buy and eat there often. (compound sentence)

8. Louis is a young and talented lady. She is also enthusiastic. (parallel structure)

9. We will decide what to do next after we have received the results. (periodic sentence)

10. My wife is kind, intelligent, and beautiful. I love her. I enjoy her happy company.( compound - complex sentence)

II. 改寫病句(15 points, 3 points each)

Correct the errors in the following sentences.

Example: After seeing an offensive mouthwash ad on television. I resolved never to buy that brand again.

After seeing an offensive mouthwash ad on television, I resolved never to buy that brand again.

11. To join the club, a form should be filled in first.

12. Susan likes to swim in summer and skiing in winter.

13. Rita mentioned the operation she had had in the elevator.

14. Do your homework first, then you may go out to play football.