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2006 Joseph Epstein, a famous American writer, once said, We decide what is important and what is trivial in life. We decide (so) that what makes us significant is either what we do or what we refuse to do. But no matter how different the universe may be to our choices and decisions, these choices and decisions are ours to make. We decide. We choose. And as we decide and choose, so are our lives formed. In the end, forming our own destiny is what ambition is about. Do you agree or disagree with him? Write an essay of about 400 words entitled: Ambition In the first part of your essay you should state clearly your opinion in response to Epstein’s view, and in the second part you should support your opinion with appropriate details. In the last part you should bring what you have written to a natural conclusion or a summary. Marks will be awarded for content, organization, grammar and appropriateness. Failure to follow the above instructions may result in a loss of marks. Write your essay on ANSWER SHEET FOUR. 审题指导： 从文章标题“Ambition”来分析，这是一篇重点强调作者应如何理解“Ambition”的阐述性说明文。我们从试卷提出的几点要求分析，会更清楚地看出这一点，比如：试卷要求考生在第一段阐明对Epstein所提观点的理解，要求考生在第二段举例支持自己的观点。在第三段考生应归纳总结在前两段所述观点，使其前后一致，圆满结束全文。 Sample 1 Ambition is an eager and strong desire to achieve something, and the firm determination to carry out one’s decisions. It provides people with the inner motivating force to make great success in life. Just as the famous American writer Joseph Epstein, said, “And as we decide and choose, so are our lives formed.” In fact, once we make up our minds to choose to do something, we will have a definite direction in our life. As far as I am concerned, this is the essence of the life, which is applicable to every aspect of our daily life. On the one hand, ambition may provide people with the sense of responsibility. No matter what decision you make, you have to be responsible for your choice. Your choice procures you a sense of orientation, or more specially a sense of responsibility. And on