directions:write an essay of 160-200 words based on the following drawing. in your essay, you should1) describe the drawing briefly, 2) interpret its intended meaning, and 3) give your comments. you should write neatly on the answer sheet. (20 points)
相携in the first cartoon, three decades ago, along the road walked a young and vigorous mother, leading her beloved daughter hand in hand, with a sweet smile on her beautiful face. on the contrary, nowadays the daughter in the prime of her life is supporting her aged mother with her firm arm in the second portrayal. and below the drawing, there is a topic which says: “mutual support”.the aim of the picture is to illustrate that practicing filial piety is of great importance in our current society. for one thing, we have inherited this world from our parents and grandparents. if not for the hard work of the past generations, including the aged among us, the modern society that we enjoy today would not be possibl. for another, the senior citizens have worked hard to provide for their families, for society and for younger generations. the majority of them have led struggles to create better living and working conditions forposterity.to sum up, it is tradition in china to respect the elderly and to take care of the young. it can be exemplified by giving up our seats on the bus for someone older, by inviting our parents to live with us once they retire, and listening to their advice a
bout personal or work problems. although some of the chinese traditions are disappearing, one tradition should never fade away is that of looking after the elderly. (237 words)