2014年6月英语四级作文范文：China

 　　Suppose a foreign friend of yours in coming to visit your hometown /campus/China. What is the most interesting place would you show him or her and why?

　　As one of the most bewitching and international cities in China, I strongly recommend you, my dearest friends, to pay a visit to my hometown-Beijing. It is the capital of China for several dynasties over a long period. In the meantime, it has now evolved into the political, cultural and educational center. There are many places of interests here in Beijing, among which the Summer Palace is the most interesting attraction.

　　The Summer Palace is situated¹ in the western outskirts² of Beijing, and it is one of the most classical gardens in China, which enjoys a worldwide reputation. The most alluring³ scenery is Kunming Lake, with an exquisite⁴ building in the middle, and it involves three parts which are mainly used as the ancient empress’s living quarter.

　　I’m sure you can definitely experience the characteristic and traditional culture of China. Hope you could enjoy your trip!

1 situated   

adj.坐落在...的，处于某种境地的

参考例句：

• The village is situated at the margin of a forest.村子位于森林的边缘。
• She is awkwardly situated.她的处境困难。

2 outskirts   

n.郊外，郊区

参考例句：

• Our car broke down on the outskirts of the city.我们的汽车在市郊出了故障。
• They mostly live on the outskirts of a town.他们大多住在近郊。

3 alluring   

adj.吸引人的，迷人的

参考例句：

• The life in a big city is alluring for the young people. 大都市的生活对年轻人颇具诱惑力。
• Lisette's large red mouth broke into a most alluring smile. 莉莎特的鲜红的大嘴露出了一副极为诱人的微笑。

4 exquisite   

adj.精美的；敏锐的；剧烈的，感觉强烈的

参考例句：

• I was admiring the exquisite workmanship in the mosaic.我当时正在欣赏镶嵌画的精致做工。
• I still remember the exquisite pleasure I experienced in Bali.我依然记得在巴厘岛所经历的那种剧烈的快感。