【题目】
It is better for children to grow up in the countryside than in a big city. Do you agree or disagree? Use specific reasons and examples to develop your essay.
【范文】
Both the countryside and an urban environment have many things to offer. Many important museums and cultural venues can be found in the city. There is also often good access to educational resources and a wide variety of job opportunities. However, the countryside offers a more relaxed and peaceful way of life. Communities are often close-knit and secure. Although both environments offer good opportunities for development, it is my opinion that life in the countryside is more beneficial for children.
One important advantage of raising children in the countryside is that the environment is cleaner and healthier. With fresh air to breathe, less crowded living conditions, and more chances to take part in physical exercise, children in the country are usually healthier than those in the city. Another advantage of country living is safety. There is not only less crime in the countryside, but also fewer traffic accidents. Parents do not need to worry so much when their children are playing outside. A third advantage is the stronger sense of community in the country. Children know their neighbors and learn to care about others at an early age. Finally, a country upbringing allows children to experience a more natural environment without all the distractions of entertainment places in the city. Thus, they can concentrate on their schoolwork and their families.
Due to the great number of advantages in raising children in the country, I believe it is better for children to grow up there rather than in a city. Without all the dangers and distractions of city life, they will grow up healthier and better grounded in the moral values of their culture.
【注释】
countryside n.乡村地区
urban adj.都市的
venue n.举行地点
access n.使用权〈to〉
close-knit adj.紧密结合的
secure adj.安全的
beneficial adj.有益的
raise v.养育
take part in参加(=participate in)
sense of community社区观(守望相助、敦亲睦邻的观念)
upbringing n.养育;教养
distraction n.使人分心的事物
entertainment n.娱乐
ground v.奠定基础
moral adj.道德的
values n. (pl.)价值观
在乡下度过的童年
乡下和都市环境都有许多优点。许多重要的博物馆和文化活动地点都位于都市。虽然在都市有良好的教育资源以及各种各样的工作机会可利用，然而，乡间却能给人较轻松而且平静的生活方式。社区之间通常是紧密结合，较为安全。虽然两种环境都能提供良好的发展机会，但依我之见，乡下生活对孩子而言是比较有益的。