第六天 GRE Issue Task 概览
第一打卡点：速记一组单词，大约 1-2 分钟完成
第二打卡点：阅读试卷概览+观看方法讲解视频，大约 15 分钟完成
Instruction 5 是否同意声明及其依据
一、写作讲解
Write a response in which you discuss the extent to which you agree or disagree with the claim and the reason on which that claim is based.
中文翻译: 写一篇文章，在这篇文章中讨论你在多大程度上同意或者不同意题 目中的结论以及支持这个结论的理由。
题目分析: 该类型的GRE写作任务要求考生讨论题目中的结论（claim）及其支持理由（reason），并评估这些理由是否合理，以及它们是否能够有效支持结论。与其他类型的写作任务不同，这一任务强调的是分析论据和因果关系，而不仅仅是表达对结论的同意或反对。
在这类题目中，重点是分析结论及其支持理由的合理性，而非单纯表达同意或反对。需要详细评估原因是否足以支持结论，是否有其他可能的原因未被考虑。整个写作过程应该注重分析因果关系，展示你的批判性思维能力。
解题步骤与思路: 在应对这种类型的题目时，以下几个步骤可以帮助你组织思路，形成一个清晰且逻辑严密的写作结构：
- 理解题目中的结论和原因 首先，准确提取题目中的结论（claim）和支持该结论的理由（reason）。理解结论意味着知道你需要讨论的是一个观点或主张，而原因则是支撑这个观点的依据。明确这些内容是分析的基础。
- 明确立场 在理解了结论和原因后，你需要决定自己对结论的立场。这可以是完全同意、部分同意或完全不同意。但记住，ETS更注重你如何通过论证来展示你的立场，而不是仅仅表明你是否同意该结论。
- 评估原因的合理性 重点分析支持结论的理由。这个步骤要求你不仅要考察该原因是否成立，还要考虑它是否是得出该结论的唯一合理依据。你需要评估这些原因是否全面，是否忽略了其他可能的原因，或者是否在逻辑上有漏洞。
- 提出其他可能的解释或原因 如果适用，提出其他可能导致该结论的解释或原因，或者指出原本的理由是否不足以得出结论。这样不仅能够展示你对题目深度的理解，还能够增强你分析的全面性。
- 总结立场与论证 最后，概括你的立场，并总结你对原因和结论的分析。可以通过对比不同的观点或原因来进一步加强你的论证，使你的文章更加严密和有说服力。
二、例题解析
Claim: It is no longer possible for a society to regard any living man or woman as a hero.
Reason: The reputation of anyone who is subjected to media scrutiny will eventually be diminished.
Write a response in which you discuss the extent to which you agree or disagree with the claim and the reason on which that claim is based.
第一段：引出话题并阐述主旨
开篇句：In modern society, where ________(背景：媒体无处不在), there is a claim that ________(论点：英雄不复存在).
转折句：While it is undeniable that ________(让步：媒体影响), this does not necessarily mean that ________(主论点：英雄形象的韧性).
结论句：Even if ________(让步：缺陷暴露), society may still ________(论点延伸：英雄地位的维持).
第二段：论证媒体的负面影响
主题句：It is important to acknowledge that ________(分论点1：人性的不完美).
引用句：As Alexander Pope once said, ________(论据1：名人名言).
论述句：When every aspect of ________(论据2：媒体暴露的影响).
举例句：A courageous firefighter ________(论据3：消防员案例).
补充论证：The media may ________(论据4：媒体夸大效应).
结论句：Media scrutiny could ________(分论点总结：负面影响的后果).
第三段：提出反驳论述
转折句：However, this argument assumes that ________(反驳起点：对媒体的误解).
反驳论点1：The media, due to ________(论据1：媒体资源限制).
反驳论点2：It is unfair to assume that ________(论据2：媒体多样性).
举例论证：In many countries, such as ________(论据3：新闻自由).
结论句：Even if some media outlets ________(论点总结：平衡报道的可能).
第四段：深入论证英雄本质
主题句：Even if a hero's reputation ________(分论点2：英雄形象的本质).
论述句：Heroes are individuals who ________(论据1：英雄的定义).
举例论证：Take the firefighter ________(论据2：案例回顾).
结论句：It is his courage and selflessness that ________(论点总结：英雄的核心价值).
第五段：总结全文
总结句：Media scrutiny has ________(总结论点：媒体影响与英雄形象).
论证句：The media may focus on ________(补充论证：媒体作用的局限性).
结论句：Imperfections, when balanced by ________(最终论点：真正英雄的定义).
三、范文展示
In modern society, where media coverage is ubiquitous, there is a claim that no living man or woman can be regarded as a hero because their reputation will eventually be diminished under media scrutiny. While it is undeniable that media exposure can tarnish a person’s reputation, this does not necessarily mean that a hero’s positive image will collapse. Even if imperfections are revealed, society may still regard certain individuals as heroes.
First and foremost, it is important to acknowledge that no one is perfect. As Alexander Pope once said, “to err is human.” When every aspect of a person’s life is exposed to the public through the media, their reputation is bound to be compromised. A hero’s personal flaws might not align with society's moral expectations. For instance, a courageous firefighter, willing to risk his life to save others, might be discovered having an extramarital affair, which could severely damage his reputation. Moreover, the media may exaggerate such negative aspects to attract more attention, potentially biasing public opinion against the individual. In extreme cases, media scrutiny could focus solely on a hero’s flaws, overshadowing their positive contributions and diminishing their standing in society.
However, this argument assumes that the media will always focus on the negative and extensively probe into every detail of a hero’s life. This assumption is not necessarily accurate. The media, due to limited resources and the need for public engagement, may not prioritize uncovering every negative aspect of a hero’s character. Additionally, it is unfair to assume that all media outlets are biased. In many countries, such as the United States, the First Amendment ensures the existence of independent media that provides information from diverse perspectives. Even if some media outlets are politically motivated, it would be highly unlikely that all media would deliberately focus on a hero’s flaws, leaving no room for a balanced portrayal.
Even if a hero’s reputation is diminished by media scrutiny, it is crucial to recognize that society may still view him or her as a hero. To understand this, we must revisit the definition of a hero. Heroes are individuals who possess qualities that society admires, such as valor, self-sacrifice, and a commitment to the public good. These defining qualities are what elevate someone to hero status. Therefore, as long as the core characteristics that define heroism are intact, media exposure of personal flaws may not negate a person’s heroic status. Take, for instance, the firefighter mentioned earlier. Even if his affair becomes public knowledge, if he risks his life to save others, his heroism will not be overshadowed by his personal failings. It is his courage and selflessness that truly define him as a hero, regardless of his mistakes.
In conclusion, while media scrutiny has the potential to tarnish an individual’s reputation, this does not necessarily lead to the collapse of their heroic image. The media may focus on negative aspects, but this is not guaranteed, and even if it does, the public may still recognize and respect the key qualities that define a hero. Imperfections, when balanced by genuine acts of bravery and selflessness, will not diminish the recognition of a true hero.
第三打卡点：题库练习，尽量 30 分钟左右完成
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