考研英语的大作文最常见的类型是根据一张图讨论某一社会现象，或热点问题，再或者是某种人生观、价值观的看法。在应对这种题目时，考生可以参考下列叙述思路：
描述图片
第一段先描述图片的表象意义，并指出该图所反映的问题。
The picture, in which..., conveys a message that...
From the picture we can perceive that... It is known to all that…, but it seems…
The picture reminds its audience a widespread phenomenon in China, that is,...
阐述该社会现象
第二段分析这种问题在社会生活中的反映，并指出这种现象进一步发展会造成的影响。
The artist uses this artistic presentation to imply a phenomenon that… Ultimately, the trend boils down to… Accordingly,…. To worsen the problem, this behavior is evoking…
Such a practice is very harmful in terms of the following aspects. Firstly, … Secondly,… Last but not the least,…
解决方案
第三段提出个人见解和解决方案。
In my point of view, we are in a prime time to curb the problem from deteriorating. First and foremost, the whole society should arrive at the consensus that… Besides, an awareness of... should be infused into everybody's mind.
In my point of view, …, but it is only part of the picture. On the other hand,……. Therefore, it is an urgent task to…….
It is advisable for us to take steps to reverse this current evil trend.
We should take part in the campaign to promote the awareness of... and fulfill our accountability as a member of our community.
小作文常用表达
考虑到大家都把大量复习精力放在了大作文上，我们总结了一些实用的小作文常用表达，临时抱佛脚背一背，也是极好的。
申请信
① 引言
I am writing in response to your advertisement in …
I would like to apply for the position of … which you advertised in…
② 发展
I graduated from… with a …degree in…
I have been working in… since my graduation and have therefore attained a fair knowledge and experience in this field.
I am a rational and diligent man with good interpersonal skills.
I am used to working under pressure and also...
I am experienced in…, which I believe qualifies me for the position of …
③ 结尾
I hope you would consider my application favorably and grant me an interview.
I do hope that after reviewing my enclosed resume you will kindly give me an interview.
I have enclosed my resume that outlines in detail my qualifications and experiences.
I should be glad to have a personal interview and can furnish references if desired.
You favorable consideration of my application will be highly appreciated.
咨询信
① 引言
I am writing to you in the hope that I may obtain…
I would like to inquire about…
I want to know if it is possible for you to provide me with information regarding…
I take great interest in …
② 展开
I would like to get more details of …
I shall be grateful if you could offer me more specific materials about…
I would be much obliged to you if you could let me know the procedures I have to go through.
I am also greatly concerned about…
③ 结尾
Your prompt and favorable attention to my inquiry would be greatly appreciated.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
Many thanks to your assistance.
投诉信
① 引言
I am writing to express my dissatisfaction about…
I write to make a complaint about…
I would like to draw your attention to the problem that…
I feel sorry to trouble you but I am afraid I have to request you to take corrective actions concerning…
I regret to inform you it absolutely disappointed me that …
② 展开
To be frank, in the first few weeks, I got on well with… However, recently, I have discovered that…
This has put us to great inconvenience. Therefore, I am returning... and would greatly appreciate if you could replace it.
I am totally upset with… and can not tolerate anymore.
To my great regret, they become troublemakers and affect my life seriously.
Honestly, at the beginning, I was quite satisfied with your service. To my great disappointment, yesterday I found that…
③ 结尾
To solve this problem, some remedial actions should be taken before things get worse.
To solve the unpleasant matter, I suggest making the following changes.
I shall be grateful if you could consider my situation and improve it as soon as possible.
I trust you will take my complaints seriously and look forward to hearing from you soon.
I understand you will give immediate attention to this matter and reply at your earliest convenience.
道歉信
①表达歉意
I sincerely apologize to you for…
I am indeed very sorry for …, but believe I had no intention to…
I am writing this letter to apologize to you for my failing to…
② 解释苦衷
…due to my toothache/traffic accident/traffic jam
… as the things is quite beyond my power to do
…because I have to deal with the urgent business assigned by my boss
③ 提出补偿建议+再次道歉
I want to know if we could…
I wonder whether it is possible that I make up the loss by…
Please forgive me for/accept my deepest apology for …
I do hope that you can understand my situation and accept my apology.