2000  SECTION A COMPOSITION?
　　Write on answer sheet one a composition of about 150 words on the following topic: College life should be varied¹ and colourful. And extracurricular activities are an important aspect of it. However, at present, there is much room for improveme nt in this regard. Write an article to the university radio entitled²: The Importance of Extracurricular Activities  

SECTION B NOTE-WRITING
　　Write on answer sheet one a note of about 50-60 words based on the following situation: You've read on the notice board that the university library is looking for a par³ t-time library assistant who can work at weekends. You think that your classmate , George, is a suitable person for this vacancy⁴. Write him a note, telling him w hat you know about the vacancy and trying to persuade him to go for an interview.

2001  SECTION A COMPOSITION
　　Travel has become part of our life. And more and more of us have come to know the significance of travel through our own experience.Write on answer sheet one a composition of about 150 words on the following topic: Travel Broadens⁵ the Mind ?

SECTION B NOTE-WRITING
　　Write on answer sheet one a note of about 50-60 words based on the following situation: Yesterday you failed to turn up for the appointment with your teacher, Profess⁶ or Wang. Write him a note of apology and make a request for another meeting. You should also suggest the time for the requested meeting.

2002 SECTION A COMPOSITION?
　　Nowadays people are becoming increasingly aware of the importance of health. And they have different ways to stay healthy. For example, some exercise every day; others try to keep a balanced diet. What do you think is the best way to stay healthy? Write a composition of about 150 words on the following topic: The Best Way To Stay Healthy

 SECTION B NOTE-WRITING
　　Write a note of about 50 - 60 words based on the following situation: You have heard that your friend, Jack⁷, wishes to sell his walkman. Write him a note expressing your interest in it, asking him about its condition and offering a price for it.?

2003  SECTION A COMPOSITION
　　People in modern society live under a lot of pressure, from education, career, or family. So it is important for them to keep a good mood under whatever circumstances.Write on answer sheet one a composition of about 150 words on the following topic: The importance of Keeping A Good Mood

SECTION B NOTE-WRITING
　　Write on answer sheet one a note of about 50-60 words based on the following situation: Your friend Clare has invited you to her house-warming party this weekend. However, you will be away then. Write her a note politely declining⁸ her invitation and expressing your best wishes to her.?

2004  SECTION A COMPOSITION
　　Nowadays young people tend to phone more often than write to each other. So, some say that phones will kill letter writing. What is your opinion?Write on answer sheet one a composition of about 150 words on the following topic: Will Phones Kill Letter Writing?

SECTION B NOTE-WRITING
　　Write on answer sheet one a note of about 50-60 words based on the following situation: Your friend, Jane, has failed in the final exam, and is feeling very unhappy about it. Write a note to comfort her and give her some encouragement.

2005  SECTION A COMPOSITION
　　The students' Union of your university is planning to hold an arts festival next semester, and they are inviting⁹ students to contribute their ideas and suggestions as to how it should be organized or what should be included. Write on answer sheet two a composition of about 200 words on the following
topic: My Idea of A University Arts Festival

SECTION B NOTE-WRITING
　　Write on ANSWER SHEET TWO a note of about 50-60 words based on the following situation: You have got two tickets to a concert given by a famous pop band/orchestra. Write a note to your friend, Hilda/Mike, describing briefly¹⁰ what it is and inviting her/him to come with you.