Xu Yuanchong, one of the most famous Chinese translators, died on Jun. 17, 2021.
Born in Nanchang, Jiangxi Province in 1921, Xu studied under Qian Zhongshu, Wu Mi and other Chinese masters at The National Southwest Associated University from 1938. He went to University of Paris for further study after graduating from Tsinghua University. In 1951, he came back to China and worked as the English and French professor in some foreign schools. He had taught international culture course at Peking University until he retired in 1991.
This is a poem from one of Xu’s famous translation works, 300 Tang Poems. Happy Rain on a Spring Night Good rain knows its time right; It will fall when comes spring. With wind it steals in night; Mute, it wets everything. Over wild lanes dark cloud spreads; In boat a lantern looms. Dawn sees saturated reds; The town’s heavy with blooms. |
Xu devoted himself to translation for more than 60 years. He translated about 120 works. He tried to make translated works as beautiful as the originals. Instead of directly translating words from one language to another, he changed wording in translation when necessary. Thanks to his translation, English and French readers are able to better understand Chinese literature.
Xu was a hard worker. He lived in an old house near Peking University. Every day, he would translate about 1,000 words, work until 3 or 4 am, then sleep for about three hours and get up at 6 am to continue working. He succeeded in translation and gained some prizes. In 2014, he got one of the highest prizes for a translator and became the first Asian winner.
To everyone, he once sent a wish: “Good, better, best. Never let it rest until your good is better, and your better is best.”
Some Facts about Xu Yuanchong
1. How old was Xu Yuanchong when he died?
2. Who is the author of Xu’s translation work Happy Rain on a Spring Night?
3. What did Xu do from 1938 to 1951(Less than 10 words)?
4. What is the highest prize Xu got for a translator?
5. Please translate the underlined sentence into Chinese.
6. What do you want to devote yourself to like Xu? Why?
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Bill is the richest, and also the most generous man in the world. He was born on October 28, 1955.(A) When__he__was__20,__he__left__university__and__started__Microsoft. For 11 years, Bill has been the world's richest man.
“I'll give my money back to the world，” said the rich man. “Many people still need medicine and care to become healthier.”
Bill loves helping others just as he loves computers. He always says “super” when he talks about making people's health better. “(B)Solving__the__world's__health__problem_ _is__like__solving__computer__problems. You get smart people together. You take it on because there has never been an answer before，” he said. If you ask him why he likes giving away his money, he will turn his head and say, “It's because of my mum. She asked me to do (C) it years ago when I was just a small boss.”
根据短文内容，完成下面的任务。
1. 将(A)处的句子改为同义句(每空一词)：
2. 将(B)处的句子译成汉语：
3. (C)处的it指的是(用英文回答，不超过5个词)
4. 回答问题：When did Bill Gates start Microsoft?
5. 单项选择：The writer of the passage wants to ________.
| A．introduce Microsoft to us |
| B．let us know something about the charity |
| C．tell us who is the richest person in the world |
| D．praise Bill for his help to the poor people |
19 years ago, a young man with curly hair launched his debut (首次表演，处女秀）album Jay on Nov. 6. Back then, no one could imagine that the 21-year-old rising star could begin a new era (时代)of Chinese pop. This is Jay Chou, known as Asia’s Justin Timberlake. In the Mandarin-speak world, he is a legend among music lovers. It is no exaggeration (夸张）to say quite a few twenties in China grew up listening to Jay5s music, a mix of R&B, rock, hip-hop and his trademark mumbling. Chou’s distinctive (独特的，有特色的）music has drawn him a huge following across Asia. He has received numerous awards both at home and abroad, and all his albums have made their way to best-seller lists after hitting the shelves. Chou’s second album, Fantasy, released in 2001, made him a pop star. fantasy swept all of Taiwan’s major music awards and from then on, his career has been unstoppable. Chou leads a new trend of music which combines Western musical characters and Chinese traditions. Because of this unique combination, he draws a distinction between himself and other musicians by leading a “China Wind" in the Asian music industry.
Let’s review the fantastic musical journey he has been on, with one of the best albums he has released so far.
Yeh Hui-mei
Release (发行）Date: July 31, 2003
Genre: Mandopop
Douban Ratings: 8.5 points
Hit Tracks: In the Name of Father, Siumry Day, East Wind Breaks
The album title is Jay Chou's mother, his greatest motivation. It is safe to say this album had a large influence upon contemporary (同时代的）culture and fashion of teenagers during that time.
He is now regarded as the King of the Asian Pop.
1. How old was Jay Chou when he had his debut album?
Andy was still traveling in Spain when he realized he had to confirm(确认) his ① home with the airline company. He was visiting Spain in order to improve his Spanish.
Since he was leaving in three days, Andy didn’t lose any time. He visited as many places as he could. He thought that it would probably be a while before he had enough money again. He wished he could come back and spend a year in Spain.
Too quickly, the final day arrived. Andy left early for the airport before take-off. He hated to rush. When he went to the clerk to show his ticket, the clerk looked at the ticket in surprise , “Why, sir, but your flight was at nine o’clock in the morning, and now it is eight in the evening.”“But I confirmed my flight,”insisted Andy.“Will I have to pay for another ticket?”
“No, Sir. However, the next flight out will be three days from now.”
Andy’s
任务一：请根据短文内容，分别写出①、②处所缺单词。（每空限填一词）
1. ①______________ ②______________
任务二：根据短文内容补全句子。（每空限填一词）
2. (A) He visited as many places as _____________.
(B)From the passage we know Andy could ____________ his holiday.
任务三：请把上文中画线的句子翻译成汉语。
3. _________________________________________________________
任务四：请根据短文内容回答下列问题。
4. Why did the clerk tell Andy to be at the airport a little earlier？
________________________________________________________
5. How long was Andy late for the plane that day?
_________________________________________________________
Mr. King was the owner of a large company. One day, he went into his office early in the morning to get ready to go to the airport and left for another city.
He was leaving his office when Bill, a night watchman, came in. Bill just came off work(下班). After saying "Good morning" to Mr. King, Bill told the owner about his bad dream. Last night he dreamed Mr. King's plane crashed after it took off. Mr. King was surprised to hear this. He decided to go by train.
Bill's dream came true. That morning the plane really crashed just after it took off. Later Mr. King returned to his office and heard the accident. To express (表达) his thanks, Mr. King gave Bill $5,000. He also gave Bill a letter. Mr. King told Bill that a man like him should be sent away. Bill was surprised and asked, "Why?" Mr. King said, "Go home and read the letter, and you will know why."
Bill went home and opened the letter in a hurry. After he read it, he became sad. In the letter there was only one sentence -- "A night watchman can't sleep on his duty(值班), but you did."
(Answer the following questions with no more than 6 words.)
1. Who was Mr. King?
2. What did Bill do?
3. How did Mr. King feel after he heard Bill's dream?
4. When did the plane crash that morning?
5. Why did Mr. King send Bill away?
【推荐2】For years, the Blackwell’s on the Island had been the best place for Soapy to spend the cold winter.
A dead leaf fell at Soapy’s feet. That was a special sign for him that winter was coming. So Soapy made his small plans for going to the Island. There were many easy ways of doing this. The most pleasant way was to have a big meal at some expensive restaurant, and then, having no money to pay, he would be handed over to a policeman. But as Soapy set foot in the restaurant, the waiter drove him out to the sidewalk because of his dressing.
At a corner of Sixth Avenue, Soapy took a stone and threw it through the glass of a shop. He waited to be arrested. However, the policeman thought men who broke windows do not remain to be caught.
Soapy entered another restaurant successfully. After a satisfying meal, Soapy told the waiter he was penniless, hoping the police would come. Unluckily, he was just thrown out rudely.
Soapy forced himself to molest a young lady. He even managed to step into a store and go off with a man’s umbrella. How he hoped that he could be taken to the police station nearby. But things always went against his will.
On the sidewalk, Soapy began to shout drunken at the top of his voice. Still, the policeman gave no care to him. Would never a policeman lay hands on him? Soapy was hopeless. The Island seemed an unreachable dream.
Then, on an unusually quiet comer, Soapy came to an old church. The sweet anthem from the church caught and held him. Soapy’s state of mind and the influences of the old church caused a sudden and wonderful change in his soul: he would make a man of himself again.
Tomorrow he would go and find work. He would be somebody in the world. He would...
While thinking, Soapy felt a hand on his arm. He looked quickly around into the face of a policeman.
“What are you doing here?” asked the officer.
“Nothing,” said Soapy.
“Then come along,” said the policeman.
“Three months at the Blackwell’s,” said the Magistrate in the Police Court the next morning.
1. According to the passage, the Blackwell’s must be ________.| A．a hotel to enjoy a holiday | B．an island to spend the winter |
| C．a restaurant to enjoy food | D．a place to stay as punishment |
| A．being thrown out rudely | B．being asked to help the police |
| C．being punished for shouting | D．being taken away by a policeman |
| A．wished for a delicious meal | B．still wanted to go to the Island |
| C．hoped for a change in his life | D．would like to slay in the church |
Going to visit your neighbour is fun. You will be good friends after you spend time together. So please be a good visitor.
When to get to your neighbour’s home
When a neighbour invites you, you need to get to his or her home on time. If he or she asks you to come at 3:00, you should get there before 3:05. But usually it’s a good idea to get there at the right time.
What to take
Often it’s nice to take something to your neighbour’s house. Presents like a box of chocolates or a CD are good, because you can share them. A little present is a way to show your neighbours that you are happy to be with them.
How to say hello
When you visit a neighbour, you may also meet his or her father and mother. You should tell them who you are and they may tell you their names. Please use Mr. or Mrs. to call them. That will show that you respect (尊重) them. Another way to show respect is to call them Madam or Sir.
It is a cool thing to visit a neighbour’s house. Be nice to your neighbour and your neighbour’s parents, and then you will be welcome again.
When to arrive(到达) | You need to be on time. It is usually a good idea to get there at the |
| It’s nice to take something for you to share | |
How to say hello | Tell your neighbour’s |
Conclusion(总结) | You can be good friends after |
