Nine Years for A and B (九年遂成AB部)

九年期末英语作文Nine-Year-End English Composition。

As I reflect on the past nine years of my English learning journey, I am filled with a sense of accomplishment and gratitude. Throughout these years, I have not only improved my language skills but also gained a deeper understanding and appreciation for the English language and its rich culture. In this composition, I will share my experiences and growth in English learning over the past nine years.When I first started learning English nine years ago, I was filled with excitement and curiosity. I was eager to explore this new language and immerse myself in the world of English literature, music, and movies. As I delved into the basics of English grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation, I encountered many challenges and obstacles. However, with the guidance of my teachers and the support of my classmates, I persevered and gradually improved mylanguage skills.One of the most significant milestones in my English learning journey was when I started reading English literature. I was captivated by the works of renowned authors such as William Shakespeare, Jane Austen, and Charles Dickens. Their eloquent use of language and profound storytelling inspired me to delve deeper into the world of English literature. I found myself engrossed in classic novels, poetry, and plays, which not only improved my language proficiency but also broadened my perspectives and enriched my imagination.In addition to literature, I also developed a passion for English music and movies. I spent countless hours listening to English songs, deciphering the lyrics, and understanding the underlying emotions and messages. I also watched a wide variety of English movies, which exposed me to different accents, expressions, and cultural nuances. Through these experiences, I not only improved my listening and comprehension skills but also gained a deeper insight into the diverse and vibrant English-speaking world.As I progressed through my English learning journey, I also had the opportunity to participate in various English competitions and activities. I took part in English speech contests, debates, and drama performances, which not only honed my language skills but also boosted my confidence and public speaking abilities. These experiences allowed me to showcase my language proficiency and creativity while also learning from my peers and mentors.Furthermore, I had the privilege of interacting with native English speakers through exchange programs, international camps, and online language exchanges. These encounters provided me with invaluable opportunities to practice my English in authentic, real-life situations. I engaged in meaningful conversations, shared cultural insights, and forged lasting friendships with people from different English-speaking countries. These interactions not only improved my speaking and communication skills but also deepened my understanding and appreciation of the diverse cultures and perspectives within the English-speaking world.Looking back on the past nine years, I am proud of how far I have come in my English learning journey. I have overcome numerous challenges, embraced new experiences, and cultivated a deep love and respect for the English language and its global influence. As I embark on the next phase of my English learning, I am excited to continue exploring and mastering this beautiful language, while also using it as a bridge to connect with people from all walks of life.In conclusion, the past nine years of my English learning journey have been filled with growth, discovery, and transformation. I have developed a strong foundation in English language skills, literature, and culture, and I am eager to continue my learning and exploration in the years to come. I am grateful for the guidance of my teachers, the support of my peers, and the countless opportunities that have enriched my English learning experience. As I look forward to the future, I am confident that my passion for English will continue to inspire and motivate me to reach new heights in my language proficiency and cultural understanding.。

英语文章翻译：梦想终有成真时我们并不是因为年老就不再玩耍；我们变老是因为我们不再玩耍。

只有四个秘密能够让你保持年轻，快乐，获得成功。

你必须每天都开怀大笑，寻找幽默。

你必须有一个梦想。

失去了梦想，你就会虽生犹死。

Never Too Late to Become What You Want to BeThe first day of school our professor introduced a little old lady to us."Why are you in college at such a young age?" I asked later. She jokingly replied, " I'm here to meet a rich husband, get married, have a couple of children, and thenretire and travel.""No seriously," I asked. I was curious what may have motivatedher to be taking on this challenge at her age. "I always dreamed of having a college education and now I'm getting one!" she told me.We became instant friends. Every day for the next three months we would leave class together and tolk nonstop. I was always listening to this "time machine" as she shared her wisdom and experience with me.At the end of the semester we invited Rose to make a speech to our football team. I'll never forget what shetaught us. As she began to deliverher prepared speech, she dropped her note card on the floor. A little embarrassed she simply said, "I'm sorry. This whiskey is killing me! I'll never get my speech back in order so let me just tell youwhat I know." As we laughed she cleared her throat and began：" We do not stop playing because we are old; we grow oldbecause we stop playing. There are only four secrets tostaying young, being happy, and achieving success. You haveto laugh and find humor every day. You've got to have a dream. When you lose your dreams, you die. We have so many people walking around who are dead and don't even know it! There isa huge difference between growing older and growing up. Ifyou are nineteen years old and lie in bed for one full year and don't do one productive thing, you will turn twenty years old. Anybody can grow older. That doesn't take any talentor ability. The idea is to grow up by always finding the opportunity in change. Have no regrets. The elderly usually don't have regrets for what we did, but rather for things we did not do. The only people who fear death are those with regrets."At the year's end Rose finished the college degree. One week after graduation Rose died peacefully in her sleep. Over two thousand college students attended her funeral tohonorthe wonderful woman who taught by example that it'snever too late to be all you can possibly be.梦想终有成真时开学第一天，教授把一位小个子老太太介绍给了我们。

wordUnit 8 It must belong to CarlaSelf CheckⅠ.词汇运用。

A)根据句意及汉语提示填写单词。

1．She was dressed inpink(粉红色) at the party.2．What a fine autumn morning! Let's go on a piic(野餐)，OK?3．In the film Alice in Wonderland，a rabbit(兔子)took Alice into the Wonderland.4．I think nothing else in the world is morevaluable(有价值的) than my parents' love.5．We are raising money for a physicslaboratory(实验室) in a Hope Middle School.B)用括号内所给单词的适当形式填空。

6．Wolves(wolf) are usually friendly and helpful to each other when they live in groups.7．Two trucks(truck) came to pick us.8．If you stay up too late，you will feel sleepy(sleep) in class the next day.9．Some policemen(policeman) were searching the house for useful clues(线索)．10．Some model teachers were invited to__attend(attend) the meeting.Ⅱ.把下列句子改为同义句，每空一词。

11．I'm sure there is somebody in the room.There must be somebody in the room.12．Do you know whose the bike is?Do you know who the bike belongs to?13．J.K.Rowling is her favorite writer.She likes J．K.Rowling best of all the writers.14．It's impossible that Nick has been to the Great Wall.Nick can't have been to the Great Wall.15．They did not find anything strange in the park.They found nothing strange in the park.Ⅲ.完形填空。

人教版九年级Unit9 2b 原文及译文Last night one of my Chinese friends took me to a concert of Chinese folk music. The piece which was played on the erhu especially moved me. The music was strangely beautiful, but under the beauty I sensed a strong sadness and pain. The piece had a simple name, Erquan Yingyue (Moon Reflected on Second Spring), but it was one of the most moving pieces of music that I’ve ever heard. The erhu sounded so sad that I almost cried along with it as I listened. Later I looked up the history of Erquan Yingyue, and I began to understand the sadness in the music.The music was written by Abing, a folk musician who was born in the city of Wuxi in 1893. His mother died when he was very young. Abing’s father taught him to play many musical instiuments, such as the drums, dizi and erhu, and by age 17, Abing was known for his musical ability. However, after his father died, Abing’s life grew worse. He was very poor. Not only that, he developed a serious illness and became blind. For several years, he had no home. He lived on the streets and played music to make money. Even after Abing got married and had a home again, he continued to sing and play on the streets. He performed in this way for many years.Abing’s amazing musical skills made him very popular during his lifetime. By the end of his life, he could play over 600 pieces of music. Many of these were written by Abing himself. It is a pity that only six pieces of music in total were recorded for the future world to hear, but his popularity continues to this day. Today, Abing’s Erquan Yomgyue is a piece which all the great erhuAbing’s own life but also makes people recall their deepest wounds from their own sad or painful experiences.译文：昨晚,我的一个中国朋友带我去听了一场中国民间音乐的音乐会。

Unit Two Nine Y ears for A and BKey to Exercise II1.impart2.drudgery3.pertinacity4.vista5.magnitude6.slippery7.converged8.faltered9.withhold 10.indispensable 11.culled 12.winnowing13.apt 14.skimped 15.enterpriseKey to Exercise III1.principally2.except3.to4.and5.authorityage7.what8.say9.once 10.over11.offered 12.dictionary 13.for 14.brought 15.way16.one’s17.the 18.anyone 19.with 20.eccentric 21.definitions 22.only 23.first-hand 24.not 25.simply26.task 27.vast 28.literature 29.cover 30.copy31.word 32.occurrence 33.ordinary 34.each 35.context 36.itself 37.writing 38.bound 39.such 40.editing41.As 42.alphabetized pleted 44.anywhere 45.illustrative 46.places 47.that e 49.some 50.discards 51.re-reads 52.stack 53.are 54.Finally 55.hard-and-fast 56.what 57.about 58.influenced 59.ought 60.or61.not 62.about 63. a 64.of 65.meant66.past 67. a 68.example 69.in 70.we71.word 72.but 73.from 74.of 75.audible 76.regard 77.is 78.of 79.else 80.speak81.by 82.the 83.it 84.new 86.words 87.have 88.todayKey to Exercise IVThe mean ing or m ea n in gs of a w ord are d et erm ined b yusag e. If w e w ant to know w hat a w ord me ans, w e mustfind ∧by stu dy in g c onc ret e c ases in w h ic h th e w ord is ac tua lly us ed by t he sp ea kers a nd w r iters.The ob jec t iv e ly sc ie nt if ic in vest iga tor of t hemea n in g of a w ord must, f or prac t ic e, d ep end c h ief lyon w ritt en mat er ia l a lo ne. On e’s mem ory of past c onversa t io ns is n otor ious ly re liab le, a nd th eprac t ic a l d iff ic u lt ies inv o lv ed in t ak ing c on ver-1.o ut2.t he3.o bjective4.i n5.a lone6.u nreliable7.√sat ions∧v erb at im m ak e it n ee dfu l to fa ll bac k on pr inte d matt ers as th e c h ief sourc e for th e c onc ret ec ases w hic h must b e stud ie d. But luc k ily ther e is ava ila b le for study a vast mass am oun t of printe d mat er ia l, and thes e ma ter ia l y ie lds an abu nda nc eof c onc rete c ases in w h ic h th e w ord un der th e stud y oc c urs. Indeed, a w ord in a g en era l use oc c urs inpr int so oft en t ha t the inv est ig ator∧o verw h e lm ed b ythe abu nda nc e of h is m at er ia l, un less he lim its∧toa se lec t ion: he c an st udy o n ly a sma ller pr opor t ionof the t ota l num ber of the oc c urrenc es of th e w ordover inv est ig at io n. Thus, the w ord m ah oga ny m ust∧a pp ear ed in pr int sever a l m illio n t imes dur ing th e prese nt c ent ury a lon e, an d no inves t ig ator or nogroup of inv est ig ators c ou ld f in d th e t im e or th emone y n eed t o stud y a ll thes e oc c urrenc es of t hew ord. Th is d iff ic u lty is a f am iliar on e t o sc ie nt if ic researc h. Th e met hod und er in vest igat ion us edin suc h c ases is that of samp ling in ra ndo m. On e c ollec ts ∧ma ny c onc re te c ases as one c a n ha nd le,and t he n proc e eds to stu dy th e c ases th at w ill h av ebee n c o llec ted, m ak e th e assumpt ion t hat th e c ases c ollec te d are r epr esen tat iv e for th e w ho le bod y of pert ine nt ma ter ia l.8.d own9.m atter10.But11.amount12.this13.the14.a15.is16.himself17.small18.the19.under20.have21.no22.√23.needed24.in25.of26.at27.as28.will29.making30.ofKey to Exercise V (for reference only)1.As soon as he arrived in Bangkok, the premier plunged into a period of intense diplomacy.2.A typhoon is drawing near. We will suffer loss if we don't get a move on.3.Politicians are usually alive to the needs and wishes of their constituents during an electionyear.4.If you are not going to help, at least don't get in the way.5.Although the dividends are the same, this is a better investment in that it is quite safe.6.She sewed beautifully and took pride in her work.7.Y ou are chasing wild geese; the men you are looking for have long since left Guangzhou.8.The way Mr. Wu receives visitors with complaints makes for a good story.9.The charge against this man goes for anyone who trespasses on my land.10.They readily grasped at our proposal so as to extricate themselves from the dilemma.。

Nine Years for A and B为了A和B条目花费了九年的时光By Christopher Ricks克里斯多夫·瑞克斯Dr. Johnson was the greatest man who made a dictionary. James A.H. Murray was the man who made the greatest dictionary: From 1879 to 1915, when he died, he devoted his life to the creation of the Oxford English Dictionary.约翰逊博士是编辑词典最伟大的人。

那么詹姆斯·默里就是编辑最好的词典的那个人：从1879至1915年，直到他去世，他把自己的一生都贡献给了《牛津英语词典》的编辑事业。

Dr. Johnson had earned the right, as we have not, to call the lexicographer “ a harmless drudge.” For Johnson knew not only that a great deal more than drudgery is involved, but also that the amount of drudgery in the making of a dictionary is simply unimaginable. Even the dictionary maker fortunately can’t make it real to himself in advance.约翰逊博士赢得了那个，我们没有的，称作“无害的苦差事”的词典编纂者的头衔。

因为约翰逊知道不仅编辑词典要比相关的杂事多得多，而且编辑一部词典的单调工作简直难以想象。

实际上，幸好词典的编辑者无法事先预料单调的程度。

原文:Last night one of my Chinese friends took me to a concert of Chinese folk music. The piece which was played on the erhu especially moved me. The music was strangely beautiful, but under the beauty I sensed a strong sadness and pain. The piece had a simple name, Erquan Yingyue (Moon Reflected on Second Spring), but it was one of the most moving pieces of music that I ' vver heard. The erhu sounded so sad that I almost cried along with it as I listened. Later I looked up the history of Erquan Yingyue, and I began to understand the sadness in the music.The music was written by Abing, a folk musician who was born in the city ofWuxi in 1893. His mother died when he was very young. Abing ' s father t to play many musical instiuments, such as the drums, dizi and erhu, and by age 17, Abing was known for his musical ability. However, after his father died, Abing life grew worse. He was very poor. Not only that, he developed a serious illness and became blind. For several years, he had no home. He lived on the streets and played music to make money. Even after Abing got married and had a home again, he continued to sing and play on the streets. He performed in this way for many years.Abing ' s amazing musical skills made him very popular during his lifetime. By the end of his life, he could play over 600 pieces of music. Many of these were written by Abing himself. It is a pity that only six pieces of music in total were recorded for the future world to hear, but his popularity continues to this day.Today, Abing ' s Erquan Yomgyue is a piece which all the great erhu masters play and praise. It has become one of China ' s national treasures. Its sad beauty notonly paints a picture of Abing ' s own life but also makes people recall their deepest wounds from their own sad or painful experiences.译文：昨晚，我的一个中国朋友带我去听了一场中国民间音乐的音乐会。

中国历史的英雄人物事迹英语作文全文共5篇示例，供读者参考篇1Chinese Heroes That Made History!Hi friends! Today I'm going to tell you about some really awesome heroes from Chinese history. These guys were brave, smart, and did amazing things that changed China forever. Get ready to have your mind blown!First up, we have Qin Shi Huang - the very first emperor of China. In 221 BC, he united all the warring states and created the mighty Qin Dynasty. That's where the name "China" comes from! Qin Shi Huang was only 13 years old when he became king, but he grew up to be a powerful and strict ruler.Under his rule, they built awesome things like a brand new capital city with giant parks and palaces. They also connected a bunch of old defense walls to create the Great Wall of China that we still have today! That thing is huuuge - you can even see it from space. Qin Shi Huang had thousands of artists burylife-sized terracotta warrior statues near his tomb too. When farmers discovered them in 1974, it blew everyone's minds!Next, let's talk about China's greatest strategist and philosopher - Sunzi. Around 500 BC, Sunzi wrote the famous book "The Art of War" which taught people wise ways to win battles using smart strategies instead of just brute force. His advice is still studied by militaries and business leaders today!Some of Sunzi's top tips were: "Know yourself and know your enemy." "Let your plans be dark and impenetrable as night." And my favorite: "Appear weak when you are strong, and strong when you are weak." Sneaky! Sunzi understood that the greatest victories are the ones where you outsmart the enemy, not just overpower them. Pretty genius ideas from a guy who lived 2,500 years ago!The third awesome Chinese hero is Zheng He, history's most legendary explorer. In the 1400s, the Emperor sent Zheng He to travel all across the ocean and open up trade routes. Zheng had a MASSIVE fleet of ships - the biggest wooden ships ever built at the time! Some were over 400 feet long - that's nearly as big as a modern cruise ship. Crazy, right?On his voyages, Zheng He's armada sailed to Southeast Asia, India, Arabia, and even the east coast of Africa. He brought back awesome treasures and established friendships with many nations. If Christopher Columbus hadn't "discovered" theAmericas a few decades later, Zheng He and his crew might have gotten there first! Now that would have been an adventure.Last but not least, let me tell you about the brave Mulan. She's the heroine of an ancient folk tale that became a Disney movie you might have seen. When the evil Huns invaded China, Mulan's elderly father was called into the army despite his old age and injuries. To protect him, Mulan disguised herself as a man and took his place in the emperor's troops!Clever Mulan used her brains to help the Chinese forces defeat the mighty Huns. After driving off the invaders, she was offered a high position in the royal court. But Mulan humbly went home to reunite with her family instead. Her bravery, filial piety, and patriotism made her an inspirational Chinese folk hero for the ages.There you have it - four awesome Chinese legends who did heroic deeds that still impact us today. From powerful emperors to wise philosophers, daring explorers to courageous warriors, China's long history is full of fascinating characters. Learning about their lives and adventures makes studying the past way more exciting than just memorizing dates and names. I hope you enjoyed hearing their stories as much as I did!篇2The Really Cool Heroes of Chinese HistoryHi everyone! Today I'm going to tell you about some of the coolest heroes from Chinese history. These guys were super brave and did amazing things to help their country and people. Get ready for some epic stories!Let's start with Hua Mulan. She's one of my favorite heroes ever! Mulan lived a long time ago during the Northern Wei Dynasty. One day, the emperor drafted more soldiers to fight an invasion, and Mulan's dad was too old and sick to go to war. So you know what Mulan did? She dressed up like a man and took her dad's place in the army! For 12 whole years, she fought bravely on the battlefield and helped defeat the invaders. Mulan was a master with swords, archery, and martial arts. She was outrageously brave and patriotic. When she finally returned home, her family was stunned that the heroic soldier was actually Mulan in disguise! How cool is that?Another awesome hero is Yue Fei, who lived in the Song Dynasty around 1100 AD. When the Jurchen tribes from the north invaded China, Yue Fei became a brilliant military general who led the Song army to drive them out. He was an incrediblefighter and military strategist. Yue Fei taught his soldiers a famous motto: "Serve the country with the utmost loyalty." His troops fought with incredible courage and kicked those Jurchen invaders out of China! Sadly, due to jealous officials at court, Yue Fei was falsely accused of treason and executed. But he's remembered as a legendary patriot to this day.Now let me tell you about the Three Kingdoms period, when China was split into three rival kingdoms constantly at war. This was the time of the big shots like Liu Bei, Guan Yu, and Zhang Fei - collectively known as the "Peach Garden Oath Brothers." These three guys were like the musketeers of ancient China. They made a sacred brotherhood oath to stick together no matter what. Liu Bei was a wise and benevolent leader, Guan Yu was a fierce warrior with a green face (so cool!), and Zhang Fei was a total hothead always ready to fight. Together, they had so many crazy adventures battling enemy forces. Guan Yu in particular became almost like a god of war that people still worship today!You've also got to hear about Zheng Chenggong, who lived in the 1600s. His family's from Fujian province, but the Manchurians had just conquered China and formed the Qing Dynasty. Well, Zheng Chenggong wasn't having any of that Manchu rule. He raised a massivetpat fleet of ships and startedattacking the Manchurian forces along China's coastlines. Zheng's navy had like 300,000 men - imagine that many pirates fighting for one guy! He successfully kicked the Manchurians out of Taiwan and made it a base to keep on fighting the Qing empire. Zheng was such a powerful force that he basically ran his own little nation for years. No wonder he's called the "Patriot Prince!"Finally, we can't forget the Boxer Rebels from the late 1800s. These were Chinese farmers, villagers and others who formed secret societies to practice martial arts and Chinese boxing. When foreign nations started taking over parts of China, the Boxers rose up in revolt to drive out those "foreign devils." Thousands of Boxer fighters went around destroying foreign businesses and churches and attacking foreigners. Their slogan was "Support the Qing, destroy the foreigners!" In 1900, the Boxers even laid siege to the foreign embassies in Beijing before finally being stopped by international troops. While their uprising was pretty violent, you have to give the Boxers credit for fiercely defending China against colonialism and foreign invasion.Well, those are some of the biggest heroes and badasses from China's past. I tried to pick the ones with the mostlegendary and exciting stories. From bold warriors to patriotic rebels, these heroes showed the most courageous and determined spirit to fight for China's independence and bring honor to their country and people. I hope you enjoyed learning about their epic adventures and deeds as much as I did! Let me know if you want to hear more tales of Chinese heroes next time. Thanks for reading!篇3Heroes of Ancient ChinaDo you know about the brave heroes from long ago Chinese history? They were super cool dudes and ladies who did amazing things! Let me tell you about some of the most awesome ones.First up is Hua Mulan. She lived way back in the 5th or 6th century during the Northern Wei Dynasty. The Emperor needed more soldiers, so Mulan's dad, who was really old, was going to have to join the army. But Mulan didn't want her father to go to war because she loved him so much. So you know what she did? She dressed up like a man and went to fight instead of him! Can you believe that? For 12 whole years she pretended to be a man and was a brave warrior in the Emperor's army. She was an excellent fighter and won a bunch of battles against the enemy.Finally, after over a decade, they let her come home. When Mulan's family saw her again, they were stunned that she had been a fearless woman soldier the whole time! Mulan is remembered as a legend because of her determination, bravery, and love for her father.Another awesome historical hero is Zhang Qian. He was an explorer who lived under the Han Dynasty around 100 BC. At that time, the Han Empire had never traveled very far to the west. So the Han Emperor wanted to learn about the regions over there and make allies against some enemies who lived that way. Zhang Qian volunteered for this crazy dangerous mission to go explore the unknown western lands. He traveled over 10,000 miles, crossing huge deserts and mountains. He got captured by warriors for over 10 years at one point! But he never gave up. After his long journey, Zhang Qian made it back with tales of the advanced civilizations in Central Asia. This opened up interaction and trade between China and the West along the Silk Road. Zhang Qian showed incredible courage as an explorer and helped connect the Han Empire to the rest of the world.Then there is Zheng He, who lived in the 1400s during the Ming Dynasty. He was a hugeeee dude, like over 7 feet tall! Zheng He was a Muslim who led tremendous voyages across theseas for the Emperor. Between 1405 and 1433, he took his massive fleet of ships and went on 7 epic expeditions. They traveled all the way to the east coast of Africa and throughout the Indian Ocean. His ships were humongous, some of the biggest wooden ships ever built back then. On his voyages, Zheng He would trade silk, porcelain, and other goods for treasures from the different lands he visited. His journeys showed the world the advanced civilization and power of Ming China. Zheng He was not just brave on these long dangerous trips, he also tried hard to avoid violence and keep the peace wherever he went.Let's not forget about the Terracotta Warriors! These life-size clay soldier statues were buried underground with China's first Emperor, Qin Shi Huang, way back in 210 BC. There are over 8,000 of these detailed warrior statues, each one with a unique facial expression. It's amazing that they were able to carve every single one to look different! The Terracotta Warriors were meant to protect the Emperor in the afterlife. Burying clay figures like this with rulers was common in ancient times, but never before on this massive scale. The Terracotta Warriors show the incredible skill of ancient Chinese artists and the Emperor's incredible power and wealth. They stood guard over his tomb forover 2,000 years before a farmer accidentally discovered them in 1974!Those are just a few of the awesome heroes and amazing accomplishments from China's long history. There are so many more out there! Reading about figures like Hua Mulan, Zhang Qian, Zheng He, and the Terracotta Warriors makes me want to grow up to be brave and do something extraordinary too. Don't you feel the same way? The legends of ancient China inspire us to work hard, explore new frontiers, and make the world a better place! Heroes aren't just from long ago either - there are plenty of present-day people showing great courage and virtue too. But that's a story for another time! For now, I'll leave you dreaming about the heroic adventures of the ancient Chinese figures from the past.篇4Chinese Heroes Through HistoryChina has a very long history going back thousands of years. Over that time, many brave and amazing people have done heroic things for China. These heroes have helped make China the great country it is today. Let me tell you about some of the most incredible Chinese heroes!One of the earliest heroes was Hua Mulan. She lived way back during the Northern Wei Dynasty around 500 AD. According to the ancient stories, the Emperor needed more soldiers to fight invaders attacking China. Mulan's father was too old to join the army, so the brave young Mulan decided to take his place! She disguised herself as a man and went off to fight for 12 years. Mulan was an excellent warrior who helped win many battles. When she returned home as a hero, she was offered a high rank in the army but politely declined so she could be with her family again. Stories of Mulan's courage and devotion to family and country have inspired people in China and around the world for centuries.Another legendary hero is Yue Fei who lived during the Song Dynasty in the 1100s. From a young age, Yue showed amazing skills in martial arts and archery. He grew up to become a brilliant military general who led Song armies to many victories against invaders from the north. Yue Fei was known for his loyalty, bravery in battle, and genius military strategies. He taught his soldiers a famous code: "Serve the country with the utmost loyalty, be utterly obedient to orders." Tragically, Yue Fei was falsely accused of crimes by jealous officials and was imprisoned and executed at the age of 39. But his spirit and the injustice done to him inspired soldiers and the common people to rise upin rebellion. Yue Fei is still remembered today as the personification of courage, patriotism and tragically unappreciated loyalty.Moving ahead to more recent times, we have heroes from the 20th century struggle to create a new, modern China. One inspiring figure was Qiu Jin, who was born in 1875. As a young woman, Qiu was appalled by the weakness and backwardness of China at the time. She joined the revolutionary movement dedicated to overthrowing the corrupt Qing Dynasty and creating a democratic republic. Qiu was an early leader in the fight for women's rights too. She loved poetry and used her writing skills to stir up patriotic support for the revolutionary cause.In 1907, Qiu joined an uprising against the Qing rulers but it failed and she was captured. The Qing authorities interrogated her but she refused to give up any information about her revolutionary allies. For her bravery and defiance, Qiu Jin was brutally executed by being strangled in public. She cried out "Take care to build up a new people's civilization!" before dying at just 31 years old. Qiu Jin's ultimate sacrifice made her a celebrated hero of the revolution against the Qing Dynasty which finally succeeded a few years later. Her courage, patriotismand commitment to women's rights still inspire many in China today.Finally, we have to talk about Mao Zedong, the father of modern Communist China. Mao led the Communist revolution starting in the 1920s against corrupt warlords and foreign imperialists. After decades of struggle, his People's Liberation Army finally defeated the Nationalists in 1949 and established the People's Republic of China. Mao then set about reforming all aspects of Chinese society and economy based on the Communist ideology of equality, self-reliance and "serving the people."Chairman Mao worked tirelessly until his death in 1976, motivating people to build a "New China" of prosperity, strength and independence after so many years of chaos, poverty and foreign domination. Love him or hate him, there is no denying that Mao was a true revolutionary hero who completely transformed China through sheer willpower and force of personality. His face on the portraits in Tiananmen Square shows he will be forever honored as the founder of modern China.Those are just a few of the celebrated heroes from China's long, dramatic history. From the legendary warriors of ancient times to the revolutionaries who founded today's China, theseheroes remain symbols of patriotism, sacrifice, and doing what's right for the greater good. Their courageous deeds defending China and fighting for a better future will never be forgotten. Heroes like these continue to inspire new generations of Chinese people to work hard, stay brave and devoted to their great nation. The heroic spirit lives on!篇5My Favorite Heroes from Chinese HistoryHi friends! Today I want to tell you about some of the coolest heroes from China's long and amazing history. These brave men and women did such awesome things to help make China the great country it is today. Get ready to hear about warriors, rebels, philosophers and more!First up is Hua Mulan, who is definitely one of the most famous Chinese heroes of all time. You've probably heard the Disney movie Mulan, but her real story is even more epic! Mulan lived way back in the 5th or 6th century during the Northern Wei dynasty. When the emperor said he needed more soldiers to fight the invaders from the north, Mulan's elderly father was called to battle even though he was too old and sick to go. So Mulan, who was a super skilled fighter and rider, decided to takeher dad's place by dressing up as a man and joining the army under the name Hua Mulan.For over 10 years, Mulan fought bravely in battles against the northern nomads. She was such an awesome warrior that she quickly rose up to become a high-ranking officer! But the craziest part is that her fellow soldiers never realized she was actually a woman in disguise the whole time. It was only after over a decade of fighting that Mulan revealed her secret when she was offered an official position after the war ended. Can you imagine their shock? Mulan was a true hero who risked everything to protect her family and country.Another one of my favorite legendary heroes is Zhuge Liang, who was known as the "Crouching Dragon" because of his brilliance as a military strategist and adviser. Zhuge Liang lived during the Three Kingdoms period in the 3rd century AD, which was one of the most chaotic times in Chinese history when three powerful states were at war with each other over control of the land.Zhuge Liang was loyal to the Shu Han kingdom ruled by Liu Bei, who he helped defeat the much larger armies of the rival kingdoms time and time again through his incredible military strategies and clever tactics. One of his most famous plans wasthe "Borrowing Arrows with Straw Boats" strategy where he fooled the enemy into wasting all their arrows by making them think the Shu army was crossing a river on little straw boats. When the enemy ran out of arrows, the real Shu army attacked and won an easy victory! So smart.Zhuge Liang never stopped serving the Shu kingdom loyally until his death. Stories say that in his final moments, this legendary military genius still had maps and battle plans spread out around him as he gave one last piece of advice: "You can achieve anything with perseverance." What an inspiring final message from such a heroic figure!Next, I want to tell you about the philosophers Confucius and Laozi, whose ideas and teachings helped shape Chinese culture and society for thousands of years. Let's start with Confucius, who lived from 551–479 BC during the Spring and Autumn Period. Confucius was born in the state of Lu (now Shandong province) into a poor family. But he was extremely smart and spent years traveling around China sharing his philosophy on how people should behave morally and treat others with kindness and respect.Confucius' teachings focused a lot on having a moral society built on principles like loyalty, filial piety (respect for elders andancestors), justice, kindness and doing what is right over what is profitable. He emphasized the importance of education, studying ancient texts and always striving to be a better, more virtuous person. Basically, he thought that if rulers and officials followed strict moral guidelines, it would create a harmonious and well-ordered society for everyone. These "Confucian" values went on to have a huge impact on Chinese culture, government, and family traditions for over 2000 years!The other renowned philosopher was Laozi, who was a scholar that lived around the same time as Confucius. Laozi founded the religion of Daoism with the ideas written down in his work called the Daodejing. The main principle of Daoism is to live in harmony with the Dao, or the "Way" and natural order of the universe. Laozi's philosophy encouraged accepting life's path and not going against the flow or trying to force things unnaturally. Instead, Daoists aim to live simply, spontaneously and free from desires.Some of Laozi's famous quotes like "The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step" and "Nature does not hurry, yet everything is accomplished" perfectly capture his wise Daoist ideas about patience, humility and going with the flow of nature. These two ancient Greek philosophers, Confucius andLaozi, started philosophical traditions that massively influenced Chinese culture for centuries after their deaths.Okay, those are some of the legendary heroes, warriors and thinkers from China's past that I find most inspiring and interesting to learn about. But there are honestly way too many to fit into one essay! I didn't even get to cover heroic figures from more recent history like the rebellious Boxer rebels who fought against Western colonization or Mao Zedong who lead the Communist revolution. I guess I'll just have to write another essay about those heroes another time. Chinese history is just so epically awesome!。

九年义务教育英文Nine-Year Compulsory Education in ChinaIntroductionNine-year compulsory education is a fundamental educational policy in China that aims to provide free and universal education to all children from the age of six to fifteen. It has played a crucial role in improving the literacy rate and ensuring that every child receives basic education. This article explores the history, benefits, challenges, and future prospects of the nine-year compulsory education system in China.HistoryThe history of nine-year compulsory education in China can be traced back to the early days of the People's Republic of China. In 1951, the government launched the Compulsory Education Law, which emphasized the importance of education and made it compulsory for children aged seven to sixteen. However, the law faced implementation challenges due to various factors such as economic difficulties and limited access to education in rural areas.In the 1980s, the Chinese government launched the "Compulsory Education Project," aiming to promote universal education. This project focused on improving infrastructure, increasing teacher training, and providing financial incentives to encourage enrollment. These efforts resulted in significant progress in expanding access to education, especially in rural areas.In 2006, the government introduced the "Outline of the NationalMedium and Long-term Education Reform and Development Plan (2010-2020)," which officially extended the compulsory education period to nine years. This move was a significant step towards improving the quality and equity of education in China.BenefitsThe nine-year compulsory education system in China has numerous benefits. Firstly, it has contributed to a remarkable increase in the literacy rate. According to the National Bureau of Statistics, the literacy rate in China has reached over 96%, indicating a significant improvement in educational attainment.Secondly, the system has helped bridge the education gap between urban and rural areas. By providing equal opportunities for education, rural students have a better chance at securing higher-paying jobs and breaking the cycle of poverty.Furthermore, compulsory education has increased overall access to education. As a result, more children, especially those from disadvantaged backgrounds, have the opportunity to receive formal education, which opens doors to better job prospects and a higher standard of living.ChallengesDespite the achievements of the nine-year compulsory education system, several challenges persist. One challenge is the unequal distribution of educational resources. Many rural areas lack adequate infrastructure, qualified teachers, and learning materials.This disparity hinders students' academic progress and limits their opportunities for success.Another challenge is the increasing pressure on students due to the highly competitive nature of the education system. The emphasis on standardized tests and rote memorization often leads to a lack of creativity and critical thinking skills among students. This issue is being addressed through educational reforms that prioritize holistic development and student-centered learning.Moreover, the quality of education is another concern. Some schools focus primarily on exam preparation, neglecting the broader goal of providing a well-rounded education. Strengthening teacher training and implementing comprehensive evaluation systems can help improve the quality of education across the country.Future ProspectsLooking ahead, there are several areas that require attention and improvement for the nine-year compulsory education system in China. Firstly, the government needs to address the issue of educational inequality. This can be achieved by investing more resources in rural areas, improving infrastructure, and attracting and retaining qualified teachers.Secondly, curriculum reforms need to be implemented to promote critical thinking, problem-solving, and creativity among students. This shift towards a more student-centered approach can foster innovation and better prepare students for the challenges of themodern world.Additionally, further efforts to improve the quality of education through teacher training and evaluation systems are crucial. Continuing education for teachers and providing them with opportunities for professional development can enhance their teaching effectiveness and ultimately benefit the students.ConclusionThe nine-year compulsory education system in China has made significant progress in expanding access to education and improving the overall literacy rate. However, challenges related to educational inequality, the pressure on students, and the quality of education persist. By addressing these challenges and implementing necessary reforms, China can continue to enhance its education system and create more opportunities for its future generations.。

英语新课标九年级课文翻译Unit9-14Unit9 I like music that I can dance to.SectionA 2d吉尔:斯科特,周末你打算干什么呢?斯科特:没什么事,我估计就是听听我新买的激光唱片吧.吉尔:哦?是什么激光唱片?斯科特:嗯,全是音乐的,没有歌曲。

我喜欢听舒缓的音乐来放松自己,尤其是在工作了漫长的一周以后。

吉尔:听起来不错啊。

嗯,如果你有空,愿意和我一起去看部电影吗?(电影的)导演很有名。

斯科特:嗯,那要看什么电影。

我只喜欢有趣的电影,我只想笑一笑不想费脑筋,你懂我的意思吧?吉尔:哦,那样的话,我还是去邀请喜欢看严肃电影的人吧.斯科特:(你说的)电影是关于什么的?吉尔:是关于第二次世界大战的。

我喜欢能让我思考的电影。

section A, 3a今天你想看什么(电影)呢?虽然一些人坚持只看一种电影,但是我喜欢看不同种类的电影,(具体)由当时盼心情决定。

当我情绪低落或感到疲惫的时候,我更喜欢能让我开心的影片。

比如,像《黑衣人》那样的喜剧片或像《功夫熊猫》这类的动画片,通常都有滑稽的对话和一个愉快的结局。

影片中的人物不一定完美,但是他们都会尽力去解决问题,看了这样的电影,我所面对的许多问题突然间会显得不那么严重,我也会感觉好多了。

两个小时的欢笑是一种很好的放松方式。

当我伤心或劳累的时候,我不看剧情片或纪录片。

像《泰坦尼克号》这样的剧情片只会让我更伤心。

像《帝企鹅日记》这样的纪录片,(通常)会针对某个特定话题提供丰富的信息,(内容)也很有趣,但是当我累的时候,我不想思考太多。

当我太累不想思考时,我不介意看像《蜘蛛侠》这样的动作电影。

我只想屏蔽我的大脑,坐在那里观看一个令人兴奋的超级英雄,他总是能在关键时刻挽救世界。

偶尔我会喜欢看恐怖片。

虽然它们很有意思,但是我会因为太害怕而不敢独自一人看,我总会带上一位不怕这些类型的电影的朋友(一起看),这样就觉得没那么可怕了。

Secton B 2b凄美昨晚我的一个中国朋友带我去听了一场中国民间音乐会。