2008年雅思写作年终大点评

       随着12月20日今年最后一次雅思考试的结束，2008年雅思在中国考区的46次考试划上了一个圆满的句号。笔者在第一时间将2008年全年的A类写作Task 2考题进行汇总、分析，以便2009年参加雅思考试的广大考生参考。
　　首先，让我们一起来回顾一下2008年中国考区的46道A类写作题目。笔者将其按照话题关联度进行划分，共分以下十大类：
　　 Mathematics Economy
　　 Physics History
　　 Music Geography (08.03.01)
　　3. School teachers used to be the source of information; however, some people argue that teachers are not as important as before as the increasing variety of information resources. What is your opinion? (08.04.24)
　　4. Schools should teach children some academic subjects which will be beneficial to their future careers. Therefore, other subjects such as music and sports are not important. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion? (08.05.22 = 04.10.23)
　　5. University students always focus on one specialist subject, but some people think universities should encourage their students to study a range of subjects in addition to their own subject. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement? (08.06.05)
　　6. Some people think that children should obey the rules or do what their parents and teachers want them to do. Other people think that children controlled too much can’t deal with problem themselves. Discuss both views and state your own opinion. (08.06.21)
　　7. Nowadays, more university students choose to study some practical subjects ( such as marketing, computer programming, etc.) instead of theoretical subjects (such as economy, math, chemistry). Some people suggest that universities should focus on practical subjects, but not theoretical subjects. What do you agree or not agree? (08.07.05)
　　8. Some teachers think it is effective for students to study in group while others think it is better to study alone. What are the benefits of each way and which one do you think is more effective? (08.08.30 = 05.01.15)
　　9. Once children start school, teachers have more influencethan parents on their intellectual and social development. To what extent do you agree or disagree? (08.09.06)　　16. “Tomorrow is the most important thing in life. ” - US movie actor & director John Wayne
　　Why is it important for individuals and countries to think about the future rather than focusing on the present? (08.02.16)
　　17. People should look after their health as a duty to the society they live in rather than personal benefits. To what extent do you agree or disagree? (08.03.13)
　　18. Some people think it is the responsibility for government to ensurethat people have healthy lifestyles. Others think people should have a free for their own lifestyles decisions. Discuss both views and give your own opinion. (08.03.29)
　　19. Many people are busy with work and do not have enough time to spend with families and friends. Why does this happen? What are the effects of this on family life and society as a whole? (08.04.12)
　　20. Some people believe that the fittest and strongest individuals and teams always success in sports. Others think that success in sports depends on mental attitudes. Discuss both views and give your opinions. (08.05.31)

　　37. Nowadays, a lot of charities and organisations publicize their activities for setting up a number of special days, like 'National Children's Day', for encouraging good care of children, and 'National Non-smoking Day', for encouraging people to pay more attention to healthy. Why do these organisations take these activities, and what will be the effect? (08.12.20)
　　十、社会（共 1 题，占全年 2.2% ）
　　46. Some countries have an ever-increasing proportion of populationwho are aged 15 and younger. What is your opinion of the current and future effects it may have in those countries? (08.04.19)