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【原文】中国人自古以来就在中秋时节庆祝丰收，这与北美地区庆祝感恩节的习俗十分相似，过中秋节的习俗与唐代早期在中国各地开始流行，中秋节在农历八月十五，是人们拜月的节日，这天夜晚皓月当空，人们合家团聚，共赏明月。
2006年，中秋节被列为中国的文化遗产，2008年又被定为公共假日，月饼被视为中秋节不可或缺的美食，人们将月饼作为礼物馈赠亲友或在家庭聚会上享用。
传统的月饼上带有“寿”(longevity)、“福”或“和”等字样。
【参考译文】Since ancient times, the Chinese people usually celebrate harvest in the Mid- Autumn, which is similar to the custom of celebrating Thanksgiving in the North America. The tradition of celebrating Mid-Autumn festival became popular throughout China in the early Tang dynasty. The lunar August 15 is a day for people worshiping the moon. On this day, under the dazzling bright moon, families reunite and enjoy the moon’s beauty. In 2006, Mid- Autumn festival was listed as one of China’s cultural heritage, and in 2008, it was classified as a public holiday. Moon cakes, as indispensable delicious food of the festival, were gifts people sent to families and friends during the festival and usually eaten on family gatherings. There are characters of “longevity”,“good fortune”and “harmony”on the Traditional moon cakes.Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to translate a passage fr om Chinese into English. You should write your answer on Answer Sheet 2.端午节，又叫龙舟节，是为了纪念爱国诗人屈原。
……这就是重五这一别称的由来。
端午节里流传最广的活动是吃粽子、喝雄黄酒以及赛龙舟。
其他常见的活动还包括挂钟馗像、写符咒和佩戴香囊药包。
古代的人们认为，所有这些活动，连同喝雄黄酒，都能有效防病驱邪、促进生活安康。
This is the origin of its alternative name, Double Fifth. Three of the most widespread activities for Duanwu Festival are eating zongzi, drinking realgar wine, and racing dragon boats. Other common activities include hanging up icons of Zhong Kui, writing spells and wearing perfumed medicine bags. All of these activities, together with the drinking of realgar wine, were regarded by the ancients as effective in preventing disease and evil, and promoting health and well-being.蹴鞠是中国古代的一项球类运动。
它是竞技运动，要把球踢进网内。
该运动是为了训练士兵而发明的。
在汉代，从军队到皇室，乃至贵族阶层，蹴鞠很很盛行。
由于社会经济的发展，蹴鞠在宋代甚至风靡社会各阶层。
当时，职业蹴鞠球员十分普遍。
这些球员分为两类：一类是由皇室训练并为皇室表演，而另一类则由靠蹴鞠谋生的平名百姓组成。
Cuju is an ancient Chinese ball name. It is a competitive game that involves kicking a ball through an opening into a net. The game was invented for military training purposes. During the Han Dynasty, the popularity of Cuju spread from the army to the royal courts and upper classes. Due to social and economic development, the sport even extended its popularity to every class in society during the Song Dynasty. At that time, professional Cuju played were quite popular. These players fell into two groups: One was trained by and performed for the royal court and the other consisted of civilians who made a living as Cuju players.故宫雄伟、壮丽，是中国古代古建筑艺术的巅峰之作，其规模和独具特色的风格享誉世界。
一、京剧被誉为“东方歌剧”，是地道的中国国粹。
它起源于中国多种古老的地方戏剧，特别是南方的“徽班”。
到了19 世纪末，京剧形成并成为中国最大的戏曲剧种。
京剧是综合性表演艺术，集唱（歌唱）、念（念白）、做（表演）、打（武）、舞（舞蹈）为一体，通过程式化的表演手段，叙述故事，刻画人物。
角色主要分生（男性）、旦（女性）、净（男性）、丑（男性女性皆有）四大行当。
(1) 京剧被誉为“东方歌剧”，是地道的中国国粹。
Praised as“Oriental Opera”, Beijing Opera is a genuine national quintessence of China.(2) 它起源于中国多种古老的地方戏剧，特别是南方的“徽班”。
It originated from many kinds of ancient local operas, especially huiban in southern China.(3) 到了19 世纪末，京剧形成并成为中国最大的戏曲剧种。
At the end of the 19th Century, Beijing Opera evolved and took shape, becoming the greatest kind of opera in China.(4) 京剧是综合性表演艺术，集唱（歌唱）、念（念白）、做（表演）、打（武）、舞（舞蹈）为一体，通过程式化的表演手段，叙述故事，刻画人物。
Beijing Opera is a blend of performing arts---song, speech, performance, acrobatic fighting and dance. Beijing Opera portrays and narrates the plot and characters through stylized acting.(5) 角色主要分生（男性）、旦（女性）、净（男性）、丑（男性女性皆有）四大行当。
一、历史文化四大文明古国：中国位于亚洲东部，是世界上人口最多的国家。
中国是世界四大文明古国之一，拥有大量的中华文化光辉的古迹，此外，中国地大物博，拥有茂密的森林、雄伟壮丽的瀑布、秀丽的湖泊以及如利剑直插云霄的山峰，所有这些都令世界各国人民神往。
但是，更重要的是，中国以拥有五千多年的历史而自豪，遗留下无数的历史文物，其中包括珍贵珠宝、古迹名胜、宫殿及数不尽的雄伟建筑，令人惊叹不已。
这种种原因都促使中国成为许多人梦寐以求的旅游胜地。
China lies in the east of Asia and it has the largest population in the world. China is also one of the four countries in the world that have an ancient civilization, Besides, it has a vast territory with such abundant natural resources as dense forests, magnificent waterfalls, majestic and beautiful rivers and lakes, and mountains whose peaks reach high into the sky like swords. All these make China a singularly attractive place to tourists around the world. But, most importantly, China boasts a history of over five thousand years with innumerable historical relics left over from the long past, such as priceless pearls and jewels, historic sites and scenic spots, palaces and edifices of architectural richness, all of which have won people’s admiration. You are sure to find great enjoyment from all these attractions in China, a much-admired dream land. 中华传统文化：中华民族的传统文化博大精深，源远流长。
【原文】中国人自古以来就在中秋时节庆祝丰收，这与北美地区庆祝感恩节的习俗十分相似，过中秋节的习俗与唐代早期在中国各地开始流行，中秋节在农历八月十五，是人们拜月的节日，这天夜晚皓月当空，人们合家团聚，共赏明月。
2006年，中秋节被列为中国的文化遗产，2008年又被定为公共假日，月饼被视为中秋节不可或缺的美食，人们将月饼作为礼物馈赠亲友或在家庭聚会上享用。
传统的月饼上带有“寿”(longevity)、“福”或“和”等字样。
【参考译文】Since ancient times, the Chinese people usually celebrate harvest in the Mid- Autumn, which is similar to the custom of celebrating Thanksgiving in the North America. The tradition of celebrating Mid-Autumn festival became popular throughout China in the early Tang dynasty. The lunar August 15 is a day for people worshiping the moon. On this day, under the dazzling bright moon, families reunite and enjoy the moon’s beauty. In 2006, Mid- Autumn festival was listed as one of China’s cultural heritage, and in 2008, it was classified as a public holiday. Moon cakes, as indispensable delicious food of the festival, were gifts people sent to families and friends during the festival and usually eaten on family gatherings. There are characters of “longevity”,“good fortune”and “harmony”on the Traditional moon cakes.Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to translate a passage from Chinese into English. You should write your answer on Answer Sheet 2.端午节，又叫龙舟节，是为了纪念爱国诗人屈原。
四六级翻译练习1.中国结（Chinese knot）是中华古老文明的一个缩影，是中国特有的民间手工艺术。
中国结有着悠久的历史，在明清时期（the Ming and Qing Dynasties）尤为盛行。
在现代，它通常被用做室内装饰、亲友间的馈赠礼物及个人的随身饰物。
其因外观对称（symmetrical）精致，符合中国传统装饰的习俗和审美观念，故被命名为中国结。
在北京申办2008年奥运会的过程中，中国结作为中国传统文化的象征，深受各国朋友的喜爱。
Chinese Knot is a miniature of the ancient Chinese civilization, and it is unique to Chinese traditional manual art. Chinese Knot has a longhistory ,and is especially prevalent in the Ming and Qing Dynasties. In modern times, it usually functions as interior decoration, gift among relatives and friends, and personal ornament. It is possessed of delicate and symmetrical appearance and accords with the conventions of Chinese traditional decoration and aesthetics, therefore, it is named ChineseKnot .Chinese Knot , which symbolizes Chinese traditional culture, is well received by people all over the world in the course of the China’s bid for hosting the 2008 Olympics.2.每年4月4日、5日或6日是清明节（the Qingming Festival）.清明节后气温升高，雨水增多。
中国文化翻译练习Translate the following passage into English.中国文化是世界上最古老、最复杂的文化之一，其所覆盖的地理疆域占据了东亚的大片土地，在这里村镇之间、城市之间、省区之间的风俗传统都各不相同。
中国文化的重要组成成分包括文学、音乐、视觉艺术、武术、烹调等等。
Chinese culture is one of the world's oldest and most complex. The area in which the culture is dominant covers a large geographical region in eastern Asia with customs and traditions varying greatly between towns， cities and provinces。
Important components of Chinese culture include literature, music, visual arts, martial arts, cuisine, etc.如今中国已确认的民族有五十六个。
不过，从人数上看,汉族占据着主体地位。
自古以来,许多族裔都被同化进了邻近的族群，或者消失的无影无踪。
同时,汉族内部的许多族群还保留着其独特的语言和地域文化传统。
“中华民族”这个名称被用来统称整体中国民众。
这个群体中传统身份的认定在很大程度上体现了家族之间的差别。
Today there are 56 distinct recognized ethnic groups in China。
In terms of numbers however, the pre—eminent ethnic group is the Han Chinese。
Throughout history， many groups have been assimilated into neighboring ethnicities or disappeared without a trace. At the same time， many within the Han identity have maintained distinct linguistic and regional cultural traditions。
Here are some of the sample passages for C-E translation. Please have a close study of the sentence structures and word choices.Passage 1刺绣（embroidery）是中国的民间传统手艺之一，有超过两千年的历史。
刺绣就是用针线在织物上绣上（embroider）各种装饰的图案。
中国刺绣与养蚕业（sericulture）紧密相连，中国是世界上最早使用蚕丝的国家。
刺绣的用途主要包括生活和艺术装饰，如服装、床上用品（bedclothes）、台布和舞台装饰。
刺绣在国外也享有很高的声誉，是中国文化的杰出代表之一。
参考译文：Embroidery, one of the traditional folk arts and crafts in China, has a history of more than 2,000 years. It is made by embroidering various decorating patterns on fabrics with needle and thread. Chinese embroidery is closely connected with sericulture, as China is the first country in the world to use silk. Embroidery is mainly used in life and art decoration, such as clothes, bedclothes, table cloth and stage decoration. As one of the outstanding representatives of Chinese culture and art, embroidery enjoys a high reputation overseas.Passage 2七夕节(Qixi Festival)在农历七月初七庆祝，起源于汉代(the Han Dynasty)，是一个传统节日。
1、狮舞（Lion Dance）是中国最广为流传的民间舞蹈之一。
狮为百兽之首，在中国传统中，狮子被视为是能带来好运的吉祥物（mascot）。
古人将狮子视作是勇敢和力量的化身，能驱赶邪恶、保护人类。
据记载，狮舞已拥有了2,000多年的历史。
在唐代（theTang Dynasty），狮舞就已经被引入了皇室。
因此，舞狮成为元宵节（the Lantern Festival）和其他节日的习俗，人们以此来祈祷好运、平安和幸福。
The Lion Dance is one of the most widespread folk dances in China. The lion is the king of animals. In Chinese tradition, the lion is regarded as a mascot, which can bring good luck. Ancient people regarded the lion as a symbol of braveness and strength, which could drive away evil and protect humans. The dance has a recorded history of more than 2,000 years. During the Tang Dynasty, the Lion Dance was already introduced into the royal family of the dynasty. Therefore, performing the lion dance at the Lantern Festival and other festive occasions became a custom where people could pray for good luck, safety and happiness.2、端午节，又叫龙舟节，是为了纪念爱国诗人屈原。
一、对龙图腾的崇拜在中国大约已绵延了八千多年。
中国龙是古人将鱼、蛇、马、牛等动物与云雾、雷电等自然天象集合而成的一种神物。
中国龙的形成与中华民族的多元融合过程同步。
在中国人的心目中，龙具有开拓变化和团结凝聚的寓意。
(1) 对龙图腾的崇拜在中国大约已绵延了八千多年。
Chinese Dragon totem worship in China has been aroundfor over 8,000 years.(2) 中国龙是古人将鱼、蛇、马、牛等动物与云雾、雷电等自然天象集合而成的一种神物。
The ancients in China considered the dragon (or loong) as a fetish thatcombine s animals including the fish, snake, horse and ox with cloud, thunder, lightning and other natural celestial phenomena. (3) 中国龙的形成与中华民族的多元融合过程同步。
The Chinese dragon was formedin accordance with the multicultural fusion process of the Chinese nation.(4) 在中国人的心目中，龙具有开拓变化和团结凝聚的寓意。
To the Chinese, the dragon signifies innovation and cohesion.二、秧歌舞是中国汉族的一种民间传统舞蹈，通常在北方省份表演。
秧歌舞者通常穿上明亮多彩的表演服装，他们的表演动作有力迅速。
在农历春节、元宵节等节日期间，人们一旦听到锣鼓声，不管外面天气有多冷，他们都会蜂拥到街上看秧歌舞表演。
近年来，中国东北某些城市的老年人自发组织了了秧歌队，队员常年通过跳秧歌舞来保持健康，同时他们也乐在其中。
(1) 秧歌舞是中国汉族的一种民间传统舞蹈，通常在北方省份表演。
Yangko is one of the traditional folk dances of Han nationality in China. It is usually performed in Northern provinces.(2) 秧歌舞者通常穿上明亮多彩的表演服装，他们的表演动作有力迅速。
The dancers usually wear/ are dressed in colorful and light costumes, and the performance is powerful and rapid.(3) 在农历春节、元宵节等节日期间，人们一旦听到锣鼓声，不管外面天气有多冷，他们都会蜂拥到街上看秧歌舞表演。
During some festivals such as the Spring Festival, theLantern Festival, on hearing the sound of drum and gong, no matter how cold the weather is, people will come to the street and appreciate the Yangko.(4) 近年来，中国东北某些城市的老年人自发组织了了秧歌队，队员常年通过跳秧歌舞来保持健康，同时他们也乐在其中。
In recent years, the old people in some east-northern cities of China have organize d the team of Yangko by themselves; the team members keep healthyby dancing Yangko the whole year round.三、长城是人类创造的世界奇迹之一。
如果你到了中国却没去过长城，就像到了巴黎没有去看看菲尔铁塔，或者就像到了埃及没有去看金字塔一样。
人们常说：“不到长城非好汉。
”实际上，长城最初只是一些断断续续的城墙，直到秦朝才将其连城长城。
然而，今天我们看到的长城---东起山海关西至嘉峪关---大部分都是在明代修建的。
(1) 长城是人类创造的世界奇迹之一。
The Great Wall is one of the wonders of the world (that have been) created by human beings.(2) 如果你到了中国却没去过长城，就像到了巴黎没有去看看菲尔铁塔，或者就像到了埃及没有去看金字塔一样。
If you come to China without climbing the Great Wall, it's just like going to Paris without visiting the Eiffel Tower; or going to Egypt without visiting the Pyramids.(3) 人们常说：“不到长城非好汉。
”It is often said, “He who does not reach the Great Wall is not a true man.”(4) 实际上，长城最初只是一些断断续续的城墙，直到秦朝才将其连城长城。
In fact, it began as independent walls for different states when it was first built, and did not become “the Great Wall” until the Qin Dynasty.(5) 然而，今天我们看到的长城---东起山海关西至嘉峪关---大部分都是在明代修建的。
However, the wall we see today, starting from Shanhaiguan Pass in the east to Jiayunguan Pass in the west, was mostly built during the Ming Dynasty. 四、饺子是深受中国人民喜爱的传统食品。
相传为古代医圣张仲景发明。
饺子的制作包括：1）擀皮、2）备馅、3）包馅水煮三个步骤。
其特点是皮薄馅嫩，味道鲜美，形状独特，百食不厌。
民间有“好吃不过饺子”的俗语。
中国人接亲待客、逢年过节都有包饺子吃的习俗，寓意吉利。
对崇尚亲情的中国人来说，“更岁交子”吃饺子，更是欢度除夕、辞旧迎新必不可少的内容。
(1) 饺子是深受中国人民喜爱的传统食品。
Dumplings are one of the Chinese people’s favorite traditional dishes.(2) 相传为古代医圣张仲景发明。
According to an ancient Chinese legend, dumplings were first made by the medical saint---Zhang Zhongjing.(3)饺子的制作包括：1）擀皮、2）备馅、3）包馅水煮三个步骤。
There are three steps in making dumplings: 1) make dumpling wrappers out of/ with dumpling flour; 2) prepare the dumpling stuffing; 3) make dumplings and boil them.(4) 其特点是皮薄馅嫩，味道鲜美，形状独特，百食不厌。
With thin and elastic dough wrappers, fresh and tender stuffing, delicious taste, and unique shapes, dumplings are very delicious to eat.(5) 民间有“好吃不过饺子”的俗语。
There’s an old saying that, “Nothing could be more delicious than dumplings”.(6) 中国人接亲待客、逢年过节都有包饺子吃的习俗，寓意吉利。
During the Spring Festival and other holidays or when entertaining relatives and friends, Chinese people like to follow the auspicious custom of eating dumplings.(7) 对崇尚亲情的中国人来说，“更岁交子”吃饺子，更是欢度除夕、辞旧迎新必不可少的内容。
To Chinese people whobelieve in family affection/ties, having dumplings at the moment of the old year replaced by the new is an essential part ofbidding farewell to the old and ushering in the New Year.五、针灸是中医学的重要组成部分。
按照中医的经络理论，针灸疗法主要是通过疏通经络、调和气血，来达到阴阳归于平衡，使脏腑趋于调和之目的。
其特点是“内病外治”。
主要疗法是用针刺入病人身体的一定穴位，或用艾火的温热刺激烧灼病人的穴位，以达到刺激经络、治疗病痛的目的。
针灸以其独特的优势，流传至今并传播到了世界，与中餐、功夫、中药一起被海外誉为中国的“新四大国粹”。
(1) 针灸是中医学的重要组成部分。
Acupuncture is an important part of the traditional Chinese medicine (TCM).(2) 按照中医的经络理论，针灸疗法主要是通过疏通经络、调和气血，来达到阴阳归于平衡，使脏腑趋于调和之目的。
In accordance with the “m ain and collateral channels theory” in TCM, the purpose of acupuncture is to dredge the channel and regulate qi and blood so as tokeep the body’s yin and yang balanced and achieve reconciliation between the internal organs.(3) 其特点是“内病外治”。
