1、Unit 11 crumbled 2 discern 3 surpass 4 shrewd 5 conversion 6 distort 7 radiant 8 ingenious 9 stumped 10 propositionTranslationThe Doctrine of the Mean is the core of Confucianism. The so-called “mean” by Confucius doesnt mean “compromise” but a “moderate” and “just-right” way when understanding and
2、handling objective things. Confucius advocated that this thought should not only be treated as a way to understand and deal with things but also be integrated into ones daily conduct to make it a virtue through self-cultivation and training. The Doctrine of the Mean is not only the core of Confucian
3、ism but also an important component of traditional Chinese culture. From the time it came into being to the present, it has played an invaluable role in the construction of national spirit, the transmission of national wisdom, and the development of national culture.Unit 2Words1 deficient 2 prosecut
4、ion 3 outrage 4 appeased 5 conformity 6 strand 7 complement 8 transient 9 appliances 10 outfitTranslationThe four great classic Chinese novels are Romance of the Three Kingdoms, Outlaws of the Marsh, Journey to the West and A Dream of Red Mansions. All the four novels were written during the period
5、from the late Yuan and early Ming dynasties to the Qing Dynasty. They all reflect various aspects of ancient China, including political and military strife, social conflicts and cultural beliefs. The four novels are of supreme artistic standards, representing the peak of Chinas classic novels. Lots
6、of the characters and scenes in the books are well-known in China and have exerted profound influences on the ideology and values of the entire nation. Highly valuable for the research of Chinas ancient customs, feudal system, and social life, the four classic novels are precious cultural relics of
7、China as well as the human society as a whole.Unit 31 exquisite 2 dispersed 3 decentralized 4 deduce 5 fixture 6 frugality 7 administrate 8 disjointed 9 Reviving 10. ElapseIn recent years, with the rapid development of Internet technology, the Internet economy has become a hot issue. As represented
8、by the promising E-commerce, the Internet economy has become a strong driving force for the economic development. Our government attaches great importance to developing the Internet economy and proposes the concept of “Internet Plus”, aiming to integrate the Internet with other industries, such as h
9、ealth care, transportation, education, finance, and public service. This will create great potential and broad prospects for the development of the Internet economy. With the implementation of the “Internet Plus” strategy, the Internet is certain to be integrated with more traditional industries and
10、 help build “the upgraded version of the Chinese economy.”Unit 41 consolidate 2 differentiate 3 dreadful 4 incompatible 5 alleged 6 bizarre 7 correlation 8 negligible 9 habitats 10 intelligibleTranslationSuzhou gardens are the most outstanding representatives of classical Chinese gardens. Most of th
11、em were privately owned. The gardens first appeared in the Spring and Autumn Period, developed in the Song and Yuan dynasties, and flourished in the Ming and Qing dynasties. By the late Qing Dynasty, Suzhou had got as many as over 170 gardens of diverse styles, winning it the name “The City of Garde
12、ns”. Now, over 60 gardens are kept in good condition, of which more than 10 are open to the public. The Surging Wave Pavilion, the Lion Grove Garden, the Humble Administrators Garden and the Lingering Garden are called the four most famous gardens in Suzhou, representing the artistic styles of the S
13、ong, Yuan, Ming and Qing dynasties respectively. Suzhou gardens are assemblies of residences and gardens, which makes them suitable places for living, visiting and appreciating. The architectural principles of the gardens are a demonstration of the lifestyle s and social customs of the ancient Chine
14、se people in the south of the Lower Yangtze River. Suzhou gardens are not only a product of Chinese history and culture, but also a carrier of traditional Chinese ideology and culture. In 1997, Suzhou gardens were inscribed on the World Heritage List by UNESCO.Unit 51 fabricate 2 nominal 3 temporal
15、4 reciprocal 5 denotes 6 consecutive 7 spectators 8 muttering 9 composite 10 maliciousTranslation:Chinese civilization once had a significant influence on world civilization. With the development of our countrys economy and the rise of her international status in recent years, Chinese culture, which
16、 has a long history, is once again attracting global attention. More and more Chinese cultural elements provide inspiration for and become popular subjects of fashions, literature and movies around the world. This shows that the world needs Chinese culture. It was in this context that China decided
17、to implement the “Culture Exporting” strategy so as to enhance her cultural exchanges with the rest of the world. After several years efforts, great achievements have been made in this respect. “Culture Exporting” has greatly promoted the development of our cultural industries. It is becoming an effective approach through which China enhances her national image and comprehensive strength.
