大作文之七

压力

　　短文指导

　　A.Study the following picture carefully and write an essay in no less than 200 words.

　　B.Your essay must be written clearly on ANSWER SHEET 2.

　　C.Your essay should meet the requirements below:

　　1)describe the set of pictures, interpret its meaning

　　2)and point out the implications in our life

　　参考范文：

　　The set of pictures present in front of us a sharp contrast between two different kinds of attitudes people hold in the face of stressful events. The former type is always staying away from some misfortunes or crises, trying to desperately “fly” when confronted with difficulties, but individuals of the latter type optimistically “fight” against such events, sure that they will be in control of their own destiny. Indeed, we should act on the values of optimism.

　　The pessimist invariably takes a passive “fight” in the face of adversities. He feels like fate’s plaything and moves slowly. He doesn’t seek advice, assuming that nothing can be done when he is in difficulty or in distress. Any studies suggest that the pessimist’s feeling of helplessness undermines the body’s natural defenses, the immune system. Feeling passive and unable to dodge life’s blows, he expects ill health and other misfortunes, no matter what he does.

　　On the contrary, optimists will feel in control of their own life. If something is going wrong, an optimist acts quickly, reaching out for advice, forming a new plan of action, and looking for solutions. He will think that he is much better than the facts would justify-and more often than not, that is what keeps him alive and active, as evidenced in many successful medical treatments. He actually recognizes that stress is nothing but a natural part of his routine life. Sure enough, what determines our choice between “flying” or “fighting” will be our attitudes towards life, not the stress itself.

　　If we hold an optimistic attitude, we can change our life for the better. Very few can come through distressful periods with more physical and mental vigor than they had before. We should also know that a long time with no “fighting” except “flying” can lead to boredom, and even worse, to physical and mental strain. (about 300 words)