综合写作：
The Olmec Empire was an ancient civilization that flourished in Central America from about 1200 to 400 BCE. While the Olmec created striking art and architecture, historians are not certain that they developed a system of writing. Researchers have recently discovered a stone block in Mexico that they claim is engraved with Olmec writing. But is it really evidence of Olmec writing? Many experts have serious doubts about that, for the following reasons.
No similar objects
First, the stone block is the only Olmec object that appears to bear signs of writing. When a culture develops writing, the writing appears repeatedly on many objects. But, while many other stone blocks have been found at Olmec sites, none of them have similar markings. This suggests that the markings on the recently found block do not represent a writing system.
Signs may be decorative
Second, the signs on the block may have a different purpose than writing. Many of the signs look similar to designs and shapes found on ancient Olmec artwork such as figurines and masks. The designs on Olmec artwork are decorative or perhaps have religious symbolism but are clearly not written language. The similarities of the signs on the discovered block to decorative or religious designs suggest that the block may simply be an example of Olmec art and not evidence of an Olmec writing system.
Origin
Finally, the discovered stone block may not even date from the Olmec times. Archaeologists generally date ancient objects by examining their original position in the ground. However, the block was found and dug up by local road workers who simply put the block in a large pile of other materials before noticing its historical value. Since archaeologists were unable to observe the block’s position in the ground, establishing the block’s true date and origin is difficult.
学术写作：
Instructions
Your professor is teaching a class on sociology. 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. Diaz
In the next few weeks, we will be discussing consumer behavior. The rapid pace of technological advancements has led to a continuous stream of new electronic products hitting the market. However, despite the promises of improved functionality and cutting – edge features, many consumers exhibit resistance to adopting these new offerings. This resistance can stem from a combination of practical considerations and deeply rooted psychological factors. Why do many individuals still exhibit resistance when it comes to adopting new electronic products?
Kelly
I think learning how to use a new electronic product takes time. Users need to dedicate effort to read manuals, watch tutorials, and explore the product’s features. The perceived time commitment can cause resistance, especially for individuals who have busy schedules or prefer immediate usability.
Paul
In my opinion, many consumers may find the initial investment required for these devices to be prohibitively expensive, especially when their existing products still function adequately. The fear of making a significant financial commitment to an untested product can discourage adoption, as individuals prefer to wait for prices to stabilize or for more affordable alternatives to emerge.
