Classical materials for senior high school entrance examination composition 1: modesty

[train of thought hint]

Modesty is a virtue and a wise move, because there are people outside, and there are days behind.

Modesty makes people progress, because only when they are familiar with their own shortcomings will they try to make up for them.

Modesty should also be measured, and excessive modesty becomes hypocrisy.

People can't be modest regardless of the occasion, they need to show themselves, and they can't be modest when selling themselves.

[Famous sayings]

A gentleman is Thai but not arrogant, and a villain is arrogant but not Thai.

-[Spring and Autumn Period] Confucius

People who are complacent will be hurt by others; A humble person is beneficial to others.

-[Don] Wei Zhi

With sincerity, there will be humility. With humility, you will be willing to give up yourself to understand others, and you will put down your hypocritical self-esteem to understand yourself.

-Fu Lei

A person who really knows himself cannot but be modest. Modesty makes people's heart contract, like a pebble egg, which is small but extremely strong. Honesty is only possible when you are strong.

-Lao She

If a proud person wants to see his face clearly, he can only take the pride of others as his mirror. If you bow and scrape to him, you will only encourage his arrogance and bring yourself shame in vain.

-[English] Shakespeare

[classic material]

Great men are not proud of themselves (Newton's last words)

Newton is one of the giants of science. He discovered the law of universal gravitation and established Newton's law of motion, which became the basis of classical mechanics. He decomposed light and founded optics; In thermodynamics, he defined the law of cooling; In astronomy, he created the reflecting telescope, investigated the laws of planetary motion, scientifically explained the tidal phenomenon, and predicted that the earth was not a right sphere; In mathematics, he was the founder of calculus ... Engels was surprised by his great achievements in Britain. However, he is very modest. On his deathbed, relatives and friends who came to visit him said at the bedside, "You are a great man of our time …" Hearing the word "great man", he shook his head and said, "Don't say that. I don't know what the world thinks of me. I just feel like a child playing at the seaside and accidentally picked up some bright shells. But the real Wang Yang sea has not been familiar and discovered before my eyes. " After a pause, he added, "If I see farther than Descartes, it is because I stand on the shoulders of giants." With these words, he closed his eyes calmly.

However, highland evaluates himself (Nobel writes autobiography)

Nobel was an outstanding Swedish chemist at the end of 19. He contributed a lot in his life, but he was modest. A Swedish publisher wants to publish a collection of Swedish celebrities in search of Nobel Prize. Nobel politely refused. He said, "I like subscribing to this valuable and interesting book, but please don't include me." I don't know if I deserve this fame, but I hate excessive rhetoric. "Nobel's brother wants to make up a family history and ask him to send an autobiography. Nobel wrote: "Adolf Fred Nobel-his poor life was almost ruined by a kind doctor at birth. Main virtues: keep nails clean and never involve others; Main disadvantages: unmarried, bad temper, poor digestion; There is only one hope: don't be buried alive; Sin: disrespect for the god of wealth; Important things in life: nothing. "My brother repeatedly advised me to help him organize. Nobel insisted on not following. He said, "I don't just have no time. The fundamental reason is that I can't write any autobiography. In the whirlpool of the universe, there are many planets like Ganges sand, and we are insignificant. What's worth writing about? "Nobel is unwilling to promote himself all his life. His amazing performance is inseparable from his extraordinary modesty.

Modesty is a virtue (Dai Zhen and his teacher)

During the Yongzheng period of the Qing Dynasty, Jiang Shui was recommended to be an official in the imperial court. The emperor summoned him, and he was too nervous to answer, so he recommended his student Dai Zhen. Dai Zhen talked with Kan Kan, analyzed the problem to the point, and made it clear. The emperor was very excited. Ask Dai Zhen: "Who is more talented than the teacher?" Dai Zhen replied: "My level is low." The emperor asked again, "Why can't the senior officials answer?" Dai Zhen said: "The teacher is old and hard of hearing, but his knowledge is ten thousand times more than mine." The emperor appreciated his spirit of humility and made him an academician.

Humility wins respect (humble Einstein)

When Einstein was alive, he was already a famous physicist and was deeply admired by people. Among the statues of the world's greatest scholars set up by the new york Riverside Church, Einstein is the only one alive. But he was not carried away by honor, and always maintained the quality of humility. He feels that he can't understand that others regard him as an idol. He is tired of the publicity and praise in newspapers and periodicals, especially those journalists, painters and sculptors who come to take pictures, portraits and statues, which makes him unbearable. He said he just became a model of these industries.

Einstein never considered himself a superman. He realized that the road he took was an extension of the road taken by his predecessors, and the new era of science was opened on the basis of his predecessors, so he always appreciated the contributions of his predecessors with admiration and gratitude. He knows that many people are struggling with each other on the road of science, each with his own work and contribution, so he has great respect for the work of his peers. Even to his subordinates and students, Einstein didn't show any arrogance. Anyone who came into contact with him was moved by his affability and peace. He also summed up such a success formula: a=x+y+z, where a stands for success, x stands for hard work, y stands for correct method, and z stands for less empty talk. He thinks he is not a genius, but a loyal and diligent truth seeker.

Always be modest and prudent (Li Zicheng's arrogance ruined his career)

Li Zicheng, the leader of the peasant uprising in the late Ming Dynasty, was able to share weal and woe with the officers and men at the beginning of the uprising, and he was a corporal with noble character, so he won many battles. However, with the growth of the uprising team and the outstanding achievements, his pride increased day by day, he coveted enjoyment, did not listen to advice, and actually killed Yan Li, a loyal minister who advised him, so that his morale was scattered, his brilliant achievements were destroyed, and finally he brought himself to ruin.

Modesty and eagerness to learn can achieve great success (Mo Bosang wrote the suicide ball)

Zola once described his student, the great French writer Mo Bosang, as follows: "He often listened to our conversation all afternoon, his eyes were bright and smiling, and he dared to put in a word for a long time. Unexpectedly, this cheerful and energetic young man later released boule de suif, a perfect work full of tenderness, ridicule and courage. He listened to our conversation silently, and then his works kept coming out, showing perfect skills. " It can be said that the popularity of boule de suif in the literary world is the result of modesty and eagerness to learn.

The classic material of the senior high school entrance examination composition II: Love

Train of thought hint

Love is tolerance and understanding. Love makes our life and society better.

Love sometimes means responsibility.

Love is broad, not only to love yourself, loved ones and friends, but also to love society and all mankind.

Love is far more powerful than hate.

well-known saying

I am old, and people are old; Young people, young people, young people.

-[Warring States] Mencius

Love is the seed of virtue.

-[Italy] Dante

Knock on the door with gentle compassion, even the heavy iron gate will open.

-[English] Shakespeare

Love is the second sun in nature.

-[America] Chapman

Love will neither change because of the environment, nor be erased because of time.

-[England] Browning

The secret of morality is love.

-[UK] Shelley

Love trumps everything.

-[Switzerland] Hiltai

Where there is a flower of love in full bloom, there is vitality.

-[Holland] Van Gogh

Love is another name for understanding.

-[India] Tagore

Classic material

Desire for power can make love disappear (Cao Zhi's seven-step poem)

At the age of 66, Cao Cao died in Luoyang because of a relapse. After Cao Cao's death, Prince Xelloss continued to be Wang Wei and Prime Minister, taking full control of the imperial court. After Cao Pi ascended the throne, it was reported that his brother, Hou Cao Zhi of Linzi, often drank and cursed, and his envoys were detained. Xelloss immediately sent people to Linzi, arrested Cao Zhi and sent him back to Yecheng for interrogation. It turns out that both Cao Pi and Cao Zhi were born to Cao Cao's wife, Queen Bian. Cao Cao is not only a politician, a strategist, but also a writer. Cao Pi and Cao Zhi are also good at poetry, and their father and son are collectively called "Three Caos" in literature. Cao Zhi was very clever since he was a child. When he was a teenager, he read a lot of books and wrote excellent articles. Cao Cao thinks that Cao Zhi is very talented and loves him very much. He wanted to make him a prince many times, but he couldn't decide because some ministers opposed it. Cao Pi was afraid of his unstable position and tried his best to please Cao Cao. In addition, there are many people who put in a good word for Cao Pi, and Cao Cao's love for Cao Zhi has gradually changed. After Cao Pi proclaimed himself emperor, he still hated Cao Zhi. This time, he seized the opportunity to arrest Cao Zhi and put him to death. His mother, Queen Bian, knew this, and quickly pleaded for Cao Zhi in front of Cao Pi, asking him to forgive Cao Zhi for his brother's sake.

After Cao Pi summoned Cao Zhi, in order to punish him, he was asked to write a seven-step poem. If he can do it, he will be saved from death. After a brief thought, Cao Zhi took a step, took a step, read a sentence, and casually read a sentence: "Boiled beans burn seeds, beans cry in the kettle. This is the same root, and it is urgent not to speculate with each other. " Xelloss felt guilty and had to let Cao Zhi go back.

Like-minded, love each other (Li Qingzhao and Zhao Mingcheng)

Li Qingzhao, an outstanding poetess in the Song Dynasty, and Zhao Mingcheng, a poetess, are like-minded and loving couples. They appreciate calligraphy and painting, sort out ancient books, and write poems and lyrics, which echo each other and are very affectionate. In order to collect information, the couple scrimped and saved. Zhao Mingcheng saves the salary of the prefect, and they often go out to buy famous calligraphy and painting, Zhong Ding Yi wares, stele drums and other cultural relics. After coming back, the couple will write a catalogue and learn from each other. With that support and help of his wife Li Qingzhao and Zhao Mingcheng. He wrote a 30-volume Book of Scholars.

Zhao Mingcheng died young, and Li Qingzhao was very sad. When Jin Shilu was published, she wrote a preface. As long as I read the preface today, I will still be moved by their love.

Love should be treated equally (the story of Qian Menglong's preference for poor students)

On one occasion, Qian Menglong, a famous special-grade teacher in Shanghai, was invited to give a demonstration class in a small theater of a county cultural center in Jiangsu Province. There are two or three hundred teachers sitting under the stage. In class, Mr. Qian suddenly found several "poor students" hidden behind the scenes. He immediately warmly invited them to a prominent position in the center of Taiwan Province, and some children were moved to tears. In the second class, Mr. Qian Menglong specially invited a tearful girl to answer questions and enthusiastically praised her cleverness. The student's wet face broke into a smile.

Love should be extensive and social (Chen Jiageng donates money to study)

Mr. Chen Jiageng has successively donated huge sums of money to establish various schools in China. He has a son who borrowed 500,000 yuan from his company. As soon as Chen Jiageng checked the accounts, he found that he went home to warn his son: "Your father's money is used to run a school, not to lend it to you!" Some people feel that they can't understand it. Chen Jiageng smiled and explained, "People who don't love their sons only have moral love, not money. Being virtuous and rich will damage their ambitions. Foolish and rich people will benefit themselves, but they will do harm and not love. "

Patriotism is a great feeling (Han Meilin is reluctant to part with the motherland)

Han Meilin, an outstanding painter in China who was once praised by the American people as "Picasso of China", has exhibited his works in more than 20 cities including new york. Some kind friends expressed the hope that this talented painter could stay and work in the United States. And told him that with his artistic achievements, he would soon become a millionaire. However, Han Meilin declined the enthusiasm of these friends and resolutely returned to the motherland.

Why did Han Meilin come back resolutely? He said: "The motherland is my mother and I am the son of the motherland. Although she is still poor, I can't bear to leave her because I love her. Although she still has many unsatisfactory places, through the policy of enriching the country and strengthening the people through reform and opening up, she will definitely stand in the east of the world again as a prosperous and powerful country in the near future. "