Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write a composition on the topic 。 Should the Golden Week Vacations Be Abolished¹? You should write at least 150 words:

1)“五一”、“十一”黄金周确实推动了中国经济的发展，丰富了人们的生活

2)但黄金周制度也造成了很多问题

3)我的态度

8. Should the Golden Week Holidays Be Abolished?

There is no denying the fact that the introduction of the Golden Week holidays in China has considerably² promoted the development of the nation’s economy and touring industry and enriched³ people’s life. People around the country have spent more time and money traveling and relaxing themselves.

As every coin has two sides, the Golden Week holidays have also brought about piles of problems. For one thing, due to the fact that people across the country are spending their vacations during the same period of time, it is terribly crowded almost everywhere: trains, buses, hotels, scenic⁴ spots, etc., which have ruined people’s mood for vacations. For another, some businessmen take advantage of the weeklong holidays and raise the priced of commodities⁵ and services.

Personally, I believe that it is necessary for people to have long vacations, but there is no need for them to have the vacations during the same period of time. Instead, they should be allowed the freedom to arrange their own vacations. Only in this way can they really relax and refresh⁶ themselves for a new round of work.