A group of international exchange students will visit your school. Based on their three interests — sports, traditional Chinese culture, and Chinese cuisine — write an introduction to one part of your school life that they will enjoy. Write about 80 words. (Zhejiang zhongkao 2024)
Introducing our school to international exchange students
The boring draft
Score: ~12 / 15 (B band)
Welcome to our school! I would like to tell you about three things you will like.
For sports, our school has a big basketball court, and every Thursday afternoon Year 9 students play in a friendly tournament. Please come!
For traditional culture, our art teacher runs a calligraphy club where you can try writing Chinese characters with a real brush. It is hard at first but very fun.
For food, the school canteen serves famous Zhejiang dishes such as Dongpo pork and West Lake fish. They taste amazing — please try both!
The power upgrade
Score: ~14 / 15 (A band)
Welcome to our school! I would love to tell you about three things you will enjoy.
For sports, our school has a spacious basketball court, and every Thursday afternoon Year 9 students compete in a friendly tournament. Please join us!
For traditional culture, our art teacher runs a calligraphy club where you can practise writing Chinese characters with a real brush. It is tricky at first but very rewarding.
For food, the school canteen serves famous Zhejiang dishes such as Dongpo pork and West Lake fish. They taste amazing — please sample both!