An elephant was constantly disturbed by a restless fly, who asked the elephant about the secret of remaining calm. The elephant revealed that calmness would be obtained when one’s senses and attention were focused.

After reading the story, I was inspired by what the elephant said. The ability to focus one’s attention is the key to success in doing anything. Just like the fly, a person who is easily distracted by the surroundings will feel restless and tired, unable to achieve his success.

This reminds me of what happened when I entered high school as a Senior One student. I was so excited to find that there were various student organizations and after-class activities intended for us students. It seemed that many groups were suitable to me. During the first term, I was attracted whenever there was a notice from a student group and I was eager to find out more about it. As a result, I didn’t spend enough time on my studies, nor could I settle down on my homework every day. Consequently, I failed in an important exam.

I have learned a lesson from this experience that one should focus on one thing at a time before he can get it well done, which is especially important for a Senior Three student. Becoming a Senior Three student, I intend to set a clear goal for myself first. Then I will give priority to what I will be doing and keep it up, trying to resist the temptation of other events. I am fully aware that only when I have a clear and determined mind can I achieve my goal in the end.

题目分析：本文分成两个部分，第一部分简述短文内容，要求简洁明快，不要拖拉，因为有字数限制。所以不要使用复杂的句型，只要句意表达出即可。第二部分的要求较高，要求有一定的思想性。在表述讲述因为太多干扰而受到影响的经历时尽量使用高级的词汇和句式来提高文章的层次，表达个人观点的时候要用适当的连接词来连接，是文章成为有机的整体，不显得拖沓。

考点:考查归纳总结类短文写作

点评：本文对考生的要求较高，尤其是第二部分对考生运用语言表达自己观点的要求很高，短文写作的三要素：高级词汇，高级句型，合适的连接词，在本文的写作中都要有所体现。