综合写作：
Task 1
In the sediment of the Rhône River near Arles, France, archaeologists discovered a life – size marble bust (artistic sculpture of the head and neck) that some claim is the oldest known representation of Julius Caesar, the famous leader of the Roman state, created around 46 B.C.E. when Caesar was in his fifties. Those making the claim base it on three arguments.
Style of sculpture
First, the bust was made using the realist sculpture style that was introduced to Rome during Caesar’s time. Older Roman sculpture styles often depicted people in an ideal way, ignoring any flaws in their appearance and making them look younger. In contrast, the principle of realism prevalent in Caesars’ time was to represent people’s physical features faithfully, even if they were not attractive. The Rhône River bust is a completely realistic portrayal of a man in his fifties.
Resemblance to other portraits of Julius Caesar
Second, the bust shares some intriguing details with other portraits of Caesar that are known to have been made during Caesar’s lifetime. For example, Caesar was depicted on money (silver coins) used during his rule. The coins show Caesar’s hair to be much the same as it is represented in the Rhône River bust.
Location of bust
Third, the fact that the bust was found in the Rhône River sediment supports the claim that it depicts Julius Caesar. Caesar was violently overthrown in 44 B.C.E. and replaced by another leader. In this circumstance, it could be politically dangerous for Roman citizens to keep a bust of Caesar. It might be interpreted as a lack of respect for the new leader. So it is likely that the bust of Caesar would have been disposed of very soon after 44 B.C.E. Throwing a marble bust into the deep Rhône River would have been a good way to get rid of it fast.
学术写作：
Instructions: Your professor is teaching a class on entrepreneurship. Write a post responding to the professor’s question.
In your response you should do the following.
- Express and support your opinion.
- Make a contribution to the discussion in your own words.
An effective response will contain at least 100 words.
Dr. Achebe
In recent corporate strategies, we’ve observed a trend where companies are offering to pay for their employees’ tuition fees or providing additional vacation time in exchange for the employees enrolling in further skills training courses, such as university programs. This approach is seen as a way to enhance the workforce’s capabilities and foster a culture of continuous learning. What do you perceive as the most significant advantage or disadvantage of such a policy?
Claire
I see a different angle on this policy of companies funding employee education. When a company invests in an employee’s future, it sends a powerful message of value and sincerity. It’s like they’re saying, ‘We believe in you and your growth.’ For me, that kind of commitment would make me feel more dedicated to the company.
Andrew
In my view, the downside of companies paying for employees’ further education is that it could lead to increased turnover. If workers gain new skills, they might feel empowered to seek better opportunities elsewhere. I’ve heard of cases where employees, after getting their degrees, decide to leave for more competitive roles or higher pay, which can be a significant loss for the company that invested in their education.
