Section III Writing

Part A

Dear Paul,

I have just received your email, and I hope my reply finds you well. To prepare for your oral report on an ancient Chinese scientist, I think you should first select one, such as Shen Kuo, Zhang Heng, or Zu Chongzhi. Then do a lot of information gathering to ensure that your report focuses on conveying the scientist's contributions, impact, and historical context and covering the scientist's life and discoveries. To grab your audience's attention, I think you'd better begin with an attractive and interesting introduction and use lots of anecdotes to make it engaging. Remember to practice your presentation to enhance confidence and coherence. Good luck, and I'm sure you'll do well.

Sincerely yours,
Li Ming

Part B

The drawing on the left depicts the scene of some city dwellers doing physical exercise in a park, and one of them expresses his satisfaction with the newly built park. The bar chart on the right shows an upward trend in the number of parks of a city in recent three years. I think the two pictures reveal city parks play a vital role in promoting physical activity, and that the number of city parks is a crucial aspect of public well-being.

Firstly, city parks offer opportunities for physical exercise, contributing to people's overall health. They serve as venues for recreational activities such as jogging, cycling, and sports, reducing the risk of sedentary lifestyles. Secondly, the presence of green spaces has positive effects on mental health. Parks provide serene environments, offering an escape from the hustle and bustle of urban life. And nature has proven benefits in reducing stress and anxiety, helping to keep a healthier mental state for city residents.

In my opinion, it is important to build more parks in cities. A higher number of city parks correlates positively with improved physical and mental health for urban populations. Prioritizing the creation of parks in urban planning is not only an investment in environmental sustainability but also an important step towards fostering healthier communities.