some students think it unnecessary to take cet-6. they hold this views because cet-6 is not compulsory and they can get a degree so long as they pass cet-4. however, i think it necessary and beneficial to take cet-6. the reasons are obvious.

　　first, if i decide to take cet-6, natually, to pass cet-6 becomes a goal i set myself and with a goal to strive towards i will continue to study english hard. of course my english will not be neglected in the third and fourth years. besides, if i pass cet-6, i can get a certificate which, to some extent, shows my experience and qualification so that i can compete with other in job-hunting. most important of all, a good knowledge of english will help my work and scientific research in the future.

　　all in all, taking cet-6 does good both to my studies and to my personal advancement.