Passage 5

Because human language is the direct manifestation of culture, learning a second language involves learning a second culture. // In other words, learning a foreign language is not just learning its vocabulary and grammars separately. If so, then foreign language acquisition turns to be very easy. // The truth is, besides the study of language itself, foreign language learner should also notice and understand the cultural contents of the language he is learning.

Passage 6

is confronted with the dual tasks of economic development and environment protection. // Since the opening up to the outside world 18 years ago, the situation of environment deterioration has been brought under basic control. // The end-results of our work  have shown that China’s endeavor in striking a balance between economic development and environment protection has been effective.

Passage 7

Individualism and collectivism have permeated every aspect of Eastern and Western culture, influencing American and Chinese economics, politics, morals and values, and especially communication patterns. This is important, for research has proved that the number one cause of failure in international business and relations is not economics or even business but cross-culture communication.

Passage 8

1.       The Great Wall is the symbol of Chinese nation and one of the “Seven Wonders” of the world, which is always admired by people of all countries.

2.       China had now reached a critical stage in modernization drive after 25 years’ reforming and opening to the outside world.

3.       Spending some time abroad gives a person a chance to experience another culture in person.

4.       More and more of the best talents in science , particularly young researchers, are Beijing drawn into these developing fields.

5.       He wishes to write an article that will attract public attention to the matter.

在职硕士汉译英十年真题和参考答案

1994年真题

In our times，anyone who wants to play an important role in a society as he wishes must receive necessary education．With the development of science，more courses are offered in primary schools and middle schools．Compared with the old education，modem education places its stress on practicality．

1995年真题

At present the most important task is to develop national economy, and to improve the riving standards．In order to realize this goal，we must reform the old economic system so as to further free the productivity．We should open our door to the outside world in order to learn the advanced science and technology from other countries．So long as we adhere to the reform and open policy, we will be able to build our country into a strong socialist country．

1996年真题

Over the past few decades，perhaps no topic has drawn more attention from management