IN THE NEWS - Obama, 'First Pacific President,' Turns to Asia
美国贸易代表致辞
美国贸易代表第7届美国-亚太理事会年会的讲话时间:2010-05-14 14:38来源:口译网作者:口译网点击:1401次U.S.-Asia Pacific Relations: Transitions in a New Era--Remarks at the 7th Annual U.S.-Asia Pacific Council Washington Conferenceby U.S. Trade Representative, Ron KirkWashington, D.C.May 6, 2010美国-亚太地区关系：在新时代中转化——第七届美国-亚太理事会于华盛顿召开的年会上的讲话美国贸易代表罗恩·柯克华盛顿特区2010年5月6日Thank you, Dr. Morrison. And thank you to Ambassador Roy of the U.S.-Asia Pacific Council for hosting this great conference today.谢谢您，莫里森博士。
也感谢美国-亚太理事会罗伊大使主办今天这个重要会议。
Perhaps instead of hello, I should have started this speech with a big ‘aloha.’ We are all looking forward to the APEC 2011 Leaders meeting in Hawaii. Frankly, I’m not sure whether the President is more excited about laying the cornerstone for a new foundation of economic engagement in the Pacific next year, or getting some of his favorite shave ice!也许我应该以“阿洛哈”（aloha，夏威夷方言“你好”）而不是“哈罗”（hello，英文“你好”）来开始我的讲话。
美国总统奥巴马在上海演讲(中英对照全文)
2009年11月16日, 首次访华的美国总统奥巴马在上海科技博物馆与数百名中国学生对话，在对话前，奥巴马发表了演讲。
以下为奥巴马演讲的中英文对照全文。
PRESIDENT OBAMA: Good afternoon. It is a great honor for me to be here in Shanghai, and to have this opportunity to speak with all of you. I'd like to thank Fudan University's President Yang for his hospitality and his gracious welcome. I'd also like to thank our outstanding Ambassador, Jon Huntsman, who exemplifies the deep ties and respect between our nations. I don't know what he said, but I hope it was good. (Laughter.)奥巴马总统：你们好。
能够有机会在上海跟你们大家交谈，我深感荣幸。
我要感谢复旦大学的杨校长，感谢他的款待和热情的欢迎。
我还要感谢我们出色的大使洪博培，他代表了我们两国之间的深远联系和相互尊重。
我不知道他刚才说什么，但是希望他说得不错。
（笑声）What I'd like to do is to make some opening comments, and then what I'm really looking forward to doing is taking questions, not only from students who are in the audience, but also we've received questions online, which will be asked by some of the students who are here in the audience, as well as by Ambassador Huntsman. And I am very sorry that my Chinese is not as good as your English, but I am looking forward to this chance to have a dialogue.我今天准备先做一个开场白，但我真正希望做的是回答问题，不但回答在座的学生提出的问题，同时也回答从网上提出的一些问题，这些问题由在座的一些学生和洪博培大使代为提出。
IN THE NEWS - Bush Supports Israeli Withdrawal Plan
IN THE NEWS - Bush Supports Israeli Withdrawal PlanBy Cynthia KirkBroadcast: April 17, 2004 This is Steve Ember with the VOA Special English program, In the News.President Bush this week announced his support for a proposal by Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon. The plan is called a disengagement. Details published Friday said Israel would remove troops and all settlements from the Gaza Strip by the end of next year. About seven-thousand settlers live there.Israel would also remove four settlements in the West Bank. But six large settlements would remain. The ruling Likud party of Mister Sharon is expected to vote on the proposal on May second.Mister Sharon visited the White House on Wednesday. President Bush praised what he called "historic and courageous actions." Mister Bush said Friday that the plan gives the Palestinians, in his words, "a chance to create a reformed, just and free government."Palestinian leaders have denounced the president. Prime Minister Ahmed Qureia said Mister Bush is the first president to accept Jewish settlements in Palestinian territories. Opposition to settlements has been American policy for more than twenty years.British Prime Minister Tony Blair was at the White House Friday. He said hewelcomed the plan. Mister Blair urged other countries to get involved. He said thisis a chance to help the Palestinians get ready to govern the territory that would beunder their control.At least for now, Israel would continue to control airspace, waters and landpassages.Mister Sharon says the disengagement is necessary because the PalestinianAuthority has failed to stop attacks against Israelis. Diplomatic efforts also have not succeeded. A Bush administration official said the president supports the plan because Israel is taking steps to removeexisting settlements. Mister Bush said removing all Jewish settlements in the West Bank would be unrealistic. Palestinian officials called for an emergency meeting of the United Nations, the United States, Russia and the European Union. Palestinian President Yasser Arafat says Palestinians will never stop seeking an independent state with Jerusalem as its capital.Israel captured Gaza and the West Bank in the nineteen-sixty-seven Middle East War. It soon began to build settlements. Palestinians want their own state in all of the West Bank and Gaza. They also demand the right of return to lands that are now part of Israel.Mister Bush says Palestinian refugees should settle in a future Palestinian state. He urged Israel and thePalestinians to negotiate a final settlement to establish borders and to settle the refugee issue.The Israeli plan also provides for a security barrier that is being built through parts of the West Bank. Palestinians say it divides their land and their lives. President Bush say the barrier should be temporary.On Friday, several thousand Palestinians protested against President Bush and Prime Minister Sharon.In the News, in VOA Special English, was written by Cynthia Kirk. This is Steve Ember.Email this article to a friendAP George Bush and Tony BlairPrinter Friendly Version。
精选奥巴马当选总统两次演讲全文【中英对照】
奥巴马第一次获胜演讲中英对照《Change Has Come To America》《美国的变革时代已经到来》Hello, Chicago.芝加哥的市民们，你们好！If there is anyone out there who still doubts that America is a place where all things are possible; who still wonders if the dream of our founders is alive in our time; who still questions the power of our democracy, tonight is your answer.It’s the answer told by lines that stretched around schools and churches in numbers this nation has never seen; by people who waited three hours and four hours, many for the very first time in their lives, because they believed that this time must be different; that their voice could be that difference.如果还有人对在美国是否凡事皆有可能这一点存疑，还有人怀疑美国奠基者的梦想在我们所处的时代是否依然鲜活，还有人质疑我们的民主制度的力量，那么今晚，这些问题都有了答案。
这是设在学校和教堂的投票站前排起的前所未见的长队给出的答案；是等了三四个小时的选民所给出的答案，其中许多人都是有生以来第一次投票，因为他们认定这一次肯定会不一样，认为自己的声音会是这次大选有别于以往之所在。
奥巴马首次出访
Prime Minister Harper said the United States and Canada are launching an initiative to develop new clean energy technologies to deal with tar sands oil as well as emissions from the coal used to fuel power plants in the United States.
The two leaders also discussed Afghanistan. While Canada is pulling its troops out by 2011, the United States is sending more in.
President Obama said he did not urge Prime Minister Harper to rethink the position of the Canadian government.
记者会之后，奥巴马立即乘车前往机场，并在登机之前与加拿大反对党自由党领袖伊格纳季耶夫举行了简短会晤。随后，在下午4点30分左右结束对加拿大的访问，乘专机回国。
奥巴马感谢哈珀的热情款待，并表示他所领导的美国新政府将努力加强与盟国的合作。奥巴马说：“我选择加拿大作为我就任总统后第一个出访的国家，是基于我们两国密切和重要的关系。”
*达成共识*
双方宣布，两国在合作应对经济危机、保护环境、降低废气排放量及阿富汗问题上达成了共识。双方宣布，在开发有利于环保的清洁能源新技术方面将建立对话机制。
根据双方事先安排的访问议程，奥巴马与哈珀首先在哈珀的办公室一对一闭门会晤35分钟，随后，在双方高级官员的参加下，双方又举行了正式会谈。会谈的议题涉及双边贸易、环保、刺激经济、阿富汗等方面。会谈之后，两位领导人一起共进工作午餐。下午2点45分，奥巴马和哈珀共同出席了记者会。
《奥巴马简历英文》课件
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Rejuvenation of the Democratic Party
Obama's presidency was a reinvigoration of the Democratic Party, attracting new voters and rebuilding the party's infrastructure.
Renomination
Obama was re-elected to a second term in the Senate in 2010.
Committee Leadership
He became the chair of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee's Subcommittee on Multilateral International Development, Democracy, and Global Affairs.
Barack Obama's Resume
BiographyPolitical CareerPresidencyLegacy
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Biography
01Father来自Obama's father, Barack Obama Sr., returned to Kenya after his studies, and the two had little contact.
Continuity or Change?
Obama's legacy will influence the future direction of the Democratic Party, either as a continuation of his policies or as a catalyst for change.
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EU INTERPRETATION TRAINING | OSwe had periods when one state ratified while another party said, sorry, the situation has changed; therefore we cannot do it.So this is something we’re to avoid. That’s why I say we have to proceed simultaneously in the conditions of an open-minded and straightforward discussion with subsequentcertification by our parliaments. That’s what we need. And we will not be found amiss in that regard.PRESIDENT OBAMA: The United States Senate has the obligation of reviewing any treaty and, ultimately, ratifying it. Fortunately there is a strong history of bipartisanship when it comes to the evaluation of international treaties, particularly arms control treaties.And so I have already engaged in consultation with the chairmen of the relevant committees in the United States Senate. We are going to broaden that consultation now that this treaty has been signed. My understanding is, is that both in Russia and the United States, it’s going to be posed on the Internet, appropriate to a 21st century treaty. And so people not only within government but also the general public will be able to review, in an open and transparent fashion, what it is that we’ve agreed to.I think what they will discover is that this is a well-crafted treaty that meets the interests of both countries; that meets the interests of the world in the United States and Russia reducing its nuclear arsenals and setting the stage for potentially further reductions in the future. And so I'm actually quite confident that Democrats and Republicans in the United States Senate, having reviewed this, will see that the United States has preserved its core national security interests, that it is maintaining a safe and secure and effective nuclear deterrent, but that we are beginning to once again move forward, leaving the Cold War behind, to address new challenges in new ways. And I think the START treaty represents an important first step in that direction, and I feel confident that we are going to be able to get it ratified. All right? Thank you very much, everybody.PRESIDENT MEDVEDEV: Thank you, sir. Next time. (Applause.)END 1:29 P.M. CESTEU INTERPRETATION TRAINING | OSEU INTERPRETATION TRAINING欧盟口译训练人间有情策马有译Copyright © 2010 , All Rights ReservedEU INTERPRETATION TRAINING | OS政策美国国防部长, 盖茨, 新加坡, 第九届年度亚洲安全会议, 亚太地区2010.06.08亚洲安全会议凸显地区性安全挑战国防部长盖茨6月5日在新加坡举行的亚洲安全会议上发表讲话。
伯尼·桑德斯与希拉里·克林顿进行激烈辩论
听力文本I'm Stewart Macintosh with the BBC news. Hello.China is imposing a ban on North Korean shipsentering its ports. Chinese me dia quoted the foreignministry as saying that Beijing was applying theterms o f latest United Nations resolution. RobinBrant reports more from Shanghai. United Nations approved further sanctions last week, placing even more strin gent restrictionson North Korea's ability to trade. China hasn't always enforce d those measures as tightly asothers. It remains the prior state's only signific ant ally. But China's foreign minister said allNorth Korean ship will be now be barred from entering its ports. The People's Daily describedWang Yi's comme nts as a full implementation of the UN sanctions.In Myanmar, the National League for Democracy which dominates parliament has put forwardthe names of two nominees to become vice presidents of the country. One of them should eventually be chosen as president. Htin Kyaw, a trusted aid of the party leader Aung San SuuKyi, is one of the candidates. It' s thought he'll get the job but as our reporter Jenna Fischerexplains he'll act a s a proxy for Ms Suu Kyi who is barred from standing.Aung San Suu Kyi has made it pretty clear that whatever position she's put in , whoever she hasto put in as president of this country, that she will still be th e one in charge, she will lead thisgovernment, she will be making those decisi ons. So Htin Kyaw, when he becomes president ofthis country, he'll still have take orders from her.Prosecutors in Brazil say they're filing money-laundering charges against the popular formerpresident Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva. Prosecutors says Lula and his wife failed to declareownership of a luxury seafront penthouse in the e xclusive resort of Guaruja. The formerpresident denies the accusations and says the charges are politically motivated.The two contenders for the Democratic party's presidential nomination in the US, BernieSanders and Hillary Clinton, have argued fiercely over their records in their latest televised debate. They also clashed on their immigration policie s as Laura Bicker reports fromWashington.The candidates faced tough questions on immigration. They both agreed they would not deport children or immigrants without criminal records and they b oth favor a path tocitizenship. Hillary Clinton was also asked about polling whi ch suggests voters think she is not trustworthy. She said it was obviously pai nful for her to hear. And she is not a natural politician like her husband or Ba rack Obama. But she hoped people could see she was fightingfor them.US media says at least five people, four women and a man, have been killed i n a shooting in thetown of Wilkinsburg near Pittsburgh in Pennsylvania.At leas t three others were wounded.Witnesses say at least two gunmen fired at the backyard of barbecue party. One witness heardat least twenty shots being fir ed. The suspects are still at large.This is the world news from the BBC.The High Court in Cape Town in South Africa is due to deliver its verdict in th e trial of a woman accused of kidnapping a new born baby girl in 1997. The i nfant was allegedly snatched from hermother's bedside in a Cape Town hospit al three days after she was born. Last year, the girl wasreunited with her fami ly after she befriended a younger girl at her school to whom she bore a stri king resemblance. DNA test confirmed that the two were sisters. The wom an accused has pleaded not guilty.The British-based monitoring group, the Syrian Observatory of Human rights says one of top military commanders of IS Omar al-Shishani has escaped aliv e but was severely injured duringa US air strike. On Tuesday, the Pentagon s aid that Omar al-Shishani, a Georgian national, wasprobably killed during the attack last week in his location near the town of al-Shaddadi.The Canadian prime minister Justin Trudeau has arrived in Washington, the s tart of the firststate visit to the White House by a Canadian leader in nearly t wenty years. Relations betweenthe Obama administration with the preciou s Conservative government of Canada wasstrained. But shortly after the elec tion of the liberal Mr Trudeau in October, Mr Obama extended an invitation . Talks between the two leaders are likely to focus on trade andenvironmental issues.Three American conservation groups are petitioning the US government to p rotect a rare type of dolphin. There are only 75 of the animals left, a Taiwane se subspecies of the Indo-Pacifichumpback dolphin. Cindy Sui reports from Ta ipei.Petition calls for the subspecies to be protected under the Endangered Specie s Act and urgesthe US agency, the National Marine Fishery Service to encour age Taiwan's government to address pollution, illegal fishing, boat traffic a nd other threats that these dolphins face into shallow waters along Taiwan's i ndustrialized and densely populated west coast.BBC news.词汇学习1.stringent adj. 严格的；严厉的；紧缩的；短缺的He announced that there would be more stringent controls on the possessi on of weapons.他宣布在武器的持有方面将会有更严格的控制。
英语演讲原文：奥巴马演讲 与日本首相在20国峰会的对话
奥巴马演讲与日本首相在20国峰会的对话Well, Prime Minister Kan and I just had an excellent conversation and bilateral 1 meeting（双边会议） after three days where we’ve had an opportunity to share ideas on not only the most pressing issues that are facing our economies but also a range of security issues.I congratulated Prime Minister Kan on his leadership, and we both noted 2 the significance of 50 years of a U.S.-Japan alliance that has been a cornerstone（基础，柱石） not only of our two nations’ security but also peace and prosperity throughout Asia.We discussed some very pressing security issues, in particular North Korea, the sinking of the Cheonan, and the importance of both our countries standing 3 in solidarity 4 （团结） with South Korea and the entire international community standing with South Korea in condemning 5 the incident and making sure that North Korea gets a clear signal that such provocations 6 （挑衅，激怒） are unacceptable.I also expressed appreciation 7 to Japan for its support for the Iran sanctions that we passed through the United Nations Security Council, and we discussed issues of implementation8 .But, of course, in addition to significant dangers, we also talked about great opportunities. We see the possibilities of strengthening our economic ties across a whole range of issues. That’s been, obviously, the subject of this summit.We’re both de termined 9 to pursue opportunities in clean energy and job growth and promoting the kind of sustainable recovery that will create opportunities for our people and increase opportunities not just for this generation but for future generations.And I’m v ery much looking forward to visiting Japan and enjoying the hospitality of Prime Minister Kan as he helps to shape the agenda for the next APEC meeting. And I thanked him for the very generous offer of boom and skimmers（撇油器） coming from Japan that can help in what is going to be a very lengthy 10 process of cleaning up the Gulf 11 in the wake of the oil spill.But it’s an example of a friendship and an alliance in which Japan and the United States have consistently been there for each other. And although that friendship and alliance has to continually be renewed and reshaped in light of newcircumstances, the core values and the shared vision at the heart of our alliance remains 12 strong, and I am very confident that working with Prime Minister Kan, we are going to be able to continue to build on that tremendous history over the last 50 years.PRIME MINISTER KAN: (As translated.) I am very happy to have such a -- have candid 13 （公正的，坦白的）discussions with President Obama today. And at the outset of our meeting, I talked about my experience from 30 years ago when I visited the United States on the invitation of the Department of State, and about the experience of seeing the various NGOs are making activities depend solely 14 on nations, and I saw the grassroots democracy there. And I shared my recognition that President Obama was elected on such a background of the democracy in the United States.And I said to the President I have an experience of political life based on such grassroots activities, and I will also continue to pursue such a style of politics with my allies.And I am also happy to have such a meeting in a year which is a milestone 15 of 50 years -- 50th anniversary of the Japan-U.S. alliance. And this alliance between Japan and the United States not only has brought peace and prosperity notonly to Japan, but also it has been a foundation and cornerstone of civility of the whole Asia-Pacific region. And President Obama has such a recognition and he completely shares the same understanding about our alliance. And for the stability of Asia, Japan is proud of having been working together with the United States.And I told the President that it is very important to further enhance the partnership 16 and our alliance, and at the same time, in order to pursue that goal, it is important for the Japanese public themselves to think really about the significance of our alliance, and for them to think about the decisions for the future of our alliance.And I talked about my recognition with President Obama today. And in other words -- in other words, it is often the case that people see the way -- people see the situation as politicians make their decisions and the public makes complaints about it, that it is important for us to avoid such a situation by creating real discussions about our future ways.And we talked also about the incident in which North Korea attacked the -- attacked and sunk the North Korean naval 17 -- South Korean naval vessel 18 , and we talked also about the issue of Iran and Afghanistan. Always we have to worktogether to respond, and we share a common understanding of those issues.And I also reaffirmed our recognition that it is important for us to cooperate in such issues as climate change or #p#分页标题#e# nuclear disarmament（核裁军）in North Korea’s regime.And during the past three days, we talked about economic issues at the G8 and G20 meetings, and we discussed these issues together. And President Obama expressed the support for the economic course that Japan will pursue, and I was strongly encouraged by his comments.When I was the finance minister, Mr. Geithner was my counterpart but now Finance Minister Noda is his counterpart, and we have other counterparts between us. And we will make sure that these counterparts will work together well.And I’m happy that in November we are hosting the APEC meeting, and on that occasion, we will be welcoming President Obama to Japan. I will make sure that we prepare much ice cream for him.PRESIDENT OBAMA: That’s my favorite. (Laughter.)PRIME MINISTER KAN: And even before November, if I have an opportunity to visit the United States, I would be happy to do so, and as President Obama has suggested, that if our schedules meet, it would be good to create such an opportunity. And in September, I haven’t made the final decision, but there is a possibility of visiting the United States for the United Nations General Assembly. So I will be considering it then.END■文章重点单词注释：1bilateraladj.双方的，两边的，两侧的参考例句：They have been negotiating a bilateral trade deal.他们一直在商谈一项双边贸易协定。
IN THE NEWS - Obama Presses Case for Health Care Reform
IN THE NEWS - Obama Presses Case for Health Care ReformThis is IN THE NEWS in VOA Special English.This week, President Barack Obama went before Congress and the nation to better explain his health care proposals. He said they would provide security and stability to people who have insurance, and make it possible to insure millions who do not.Individuals would be required to have basic health insurance, the way most states require automobile insurance. Large businesses would have to either offer their workers health care or help cover the costs. Insurers could not deny coverage to people who already have a condition, or cancel coverage if people get sick.Reaction to the speech suggested that it may have done more to unite the president's own Democrats than to gain Republican support. But the Democrats will need party unity if they try to pass reform legislation on their own.Liberal Democrats support the proposal for a self-supporting governmentinsurance plan to compete with private ones. The government alreadyinsures Americans who are retired, poor, disabled or military veterans. Thepresident says offering this choice would keep insurance companies "honest"and lead to better prices and quality.But insurance companies and conservatives in Congress say the so-calledpublic option would mean unfair competition. Opponents also say it wouldlead to restrictions on care.In his speech Wednesday night, President Obama said the idea is only one part of his plan and should not be used as an excuse.BARACK OBAMA: "I will not waste time with those who have made the calculation that it's better politics to kill this plan than to improve it. [Applause] I won't stand by while the special interests use the same old tactics to keep things exactly the way they are. If you misrepresent what's in this plan, we will call you out. [Applause]"He estimates the cost of the plan at around nine hundred billion dollars over ten years, but says it would not add to the federal deficit. Most of it, he says, could be paid for by reducing waste in the existing health care system. The Census Bureau says more than forty-six million Americans, about fifteen and a half percent, did not have health insurance last year. On Thursday the president noted estimates that nearly six million more have joined the uninsured since the recession intensified last September.Also Thursday, Mister Obama said he accepted an apology from Representative Joe Wilson. The South Carolina Republican shouted "You lie!" during the speech to a rare joint session of Congress.Three committees in the House of Representatives and two in the Senate were asked to develop bills. The House committees have approved versions that will need to be worked into a single bill.One Senate committee has completed action. That leaves the Finance Committee, which is expected to consider a proposal next week. Three Democrats and three Republicans have been negotiating a bill for several months. Vice President Joe Biden says he expects health care legislation to be completed by November.President Obama notes that it was Theodore Roosevelt who first called for health care reform nearly a century ago. "I am not the first president to take up this cause," he said, "but I am determined to be the last."And that's IN THE NEWS in VOA Special English, written by Brianna Blake. I'm Mario Ritter.。
英语作文关于你喜欢的政治家
英语作文关于你喜欢的政治家全文共6篇示例，供读者参考篇1My Favorite PoliticianDo you know who my favorite politician is? It's Barack Obama! I really admire him for many reasons. Let me tell you all about why I think he's so great.First of all, Barack Obama was the first African American president of the United States. That's a huge deal! For so many years, only white men were allowed to be president. But in 2008, people saw that a Black man could lead the country just as well as anyone else. I think that sent a powerful message about equality to the whole nation and the world.It couldn't have been easy for him either. I'm sure there were lots of people who didn't want a Black president or who treated him unfairly because of his race. But he persevered and made history anyway. That took a lot of courage, determination and belief in himself. Those are great qualities for any leader to have.I also really admire how well-spoken and intelligent Barack Obama is. Whenever I see him giving a speech, he always sounds so eloquent and knowledgeable. He has a gift for expressing his ideas clearly and inspiringly. His words make you feel hopeful about the future.At the same time, he comes across as very down-to-earth and relatable. He doesn't talk over people's heads with fancy language no one understands. He speaks in a straightforward way that everyone can comprehend, no matter their education level. To me, that's the sign of a truly wise person - being able to make complex ideas simple.Another thing I love about Obama is his commitment to bringing people together. In his speeches and policies, he always tried to bridge the partisan divide and unite Americans of all backgrounds. His slogan "Yes We Can" captured that spirit of hope and collective action so perfectly.For example, his Affordable Care Act helped millions of uninsured Americans get access to healthcare, something people had been struggling with for decades. Of course, not everyone agreed with his approach and there was a lot of heated debate around it. But I think he genuinely wanted to do what was best for the country as a whole.On a personal level, I really look up to Obama's family values. He has been married to his wife Michelle for over 25 years, and by all accounts they have a loving, stable household. As a father, he always made time for his two daughters Malia and Sasha, despite the huge demands of being President. He set a great example for putting family first amidst a busy career.I'll never forget the day when Obama gave his victory speech after being elected in 2008. I was only 6 years old then, but I remember watching it on TV and feeling so inspired by his message of hope and change. Seeing the first Black president take office showed me that any dream is possible if you work hard and never give up.In the years since, I've learned more about Obama's principles and achievements through reading books and watching documentaries about him. The more I learn, the more I'm in awe of his intelligence, integrity and vision. He had to make so many tough calls during his presidency, like the daring military operation to capture Osama Bin Laden. Yet he always strove to take the moral, ethical course of action.Some people might say I'm too young to care about politics or understand these heavy issues. But I think it's never too early to start developing your own views and opinions, especially onimportant matters that impact the whole world. The choices our leaders make today will shape the future I inherit. So I have just as much stake in who governs as any adult does.That's why I look up to principled politicians like Barack Obama who seem to genuinely care about making a positive difference. He showed that being smart, compassionate and ethical are not weaknesses, but strengths that every great leader should aspire to. His legacy inspires me to always fight for what's right, no matter how daunting the challenges are.I may only be 12 years old now, but I hope to one day enter public service myself and become a leader who uplifts others like Obama did. His example proved that one person really can change the world for the better. If I can have even a fraction of the impact he's had, I'll consider my life a success. Barack Obama will always be my favorite politician and hero.篇2My Favorite Politician - George WashingtonHi there! My name is Jamie and I'm 10 years old. Today I want to tell you about my favorite politician of all time - George Washington! He was the first president of the United States and he's someone I really look up to.George Washington was born way back in 1732 in Virginia. Even as a kid, he showed signs of being a great leader. There are stories about how he was a really good student who loved math and reading. He was also athletic and strong - he could throw a rock farther across the river than any of his friends! As he got older, he became an excellent surveyor, measuring out plots of land. And he was a brave soldier who fought for the American colonies in the French and Indian War.But the thing that made George Washington truly special was his integrity and honesty. You've probably heard the famous story about him chopping down his father's cherry tree when he was six years old. When his dad asked who did it, little George replied "I cannot tell a lie...I did cut it with my little hatchet." Even though he knew he'd get in trouble, he told the truth because lying was against his values. From then on, George had a reputation for being an honest, trustworthy person.When the American colonies went to war against Britain in 1775, the Continental Congress unanimously chose George Washington to lead the Continental Army. Even though the British army was one of the strongest in the world, Washington and his ragtag group of soldiers never gave up. They had to cross icy rivers in the winter and went for weeks without proper food,shelter or clothes. At the famous Battle of Trenton, Washington led his troops across the freezing Delaware River on Christmas night to stage a surprise attack on the British-hired Hessian soldiers. It was a huge risk, but it paid off with a major victory!After over 8 long years, George Washington's leadership finally helped the colonies win their independence from Britain in 1783. When the Revolutionary War ended, everyone wanted this amazing general to become the new nation's first president. But Washington didn't want to be a King or rulerwith too much power. So when the Constitution was written, he made sure the presidency had a limited term of 4 years and many checks on its power. He wanted to prove that in the United States, the people governed themselves.Washington ended up serving two terms as president from 1789 to 1797. As president, he worked hard to unite the young country and make good decisions without showing favoritism to any one group or state. One of his biggest achievements was remaining neutral during a huge war between Britain and France. If America had taken sides, it could have been disastrous!My favorite thing about George Washington is that even after becoming a celebrated war hero, he didn't just crave more power or glory for himself. He gave up power not once but twice- first by stepping down after two terms as president, and second by not taking advantage of his fame to become a King. This showed that he really did have the people's interests at heart, not his own. Before Washington, keeping power and being a big shot was what a lot of leaders aimed for. But Washington helped start a tradition of peaceful transitions of power in America.At his farewell address in 1796, Washington warned about the dangers of having political parties that just fought each other without compromising. He said this could pull the nation apart. And he advised against getting too involved in other countries' affairs or making "permanent alliances" that could drag America into wars. Those are wise words that I think still apply today!So in summary, George Washington was an amazing leader and the father of our country. He fought for our independence, served as our first president, and set an example of integrity that I hope all politicians today can live up to. Even when I disagree with the decisions a president makes, I have a lot of respect if they seem to be putting the country first and being honest like Washington was. I hope more politicians today can have the same strength of character that made Washington so "first" in our nation's history!篇3My Favorite Politician: Barack ObamaHi there! My name is Sarah, and I'm going to tell you about my favorite politician, Barack Obama. He's a really cool guy who used to be the President of the United States. I know a lot about him because we learned about him in school, and my parents also like him a lot.Barack Obama was born on August 4, 1961, in Honolulu, Hawaii. That's a beautiful island in the Pacific Ocean. His father was from Kenya, and his mother was from Kansas. He had a pretty interesting childhood because his parents were from different parts of the world.When Obama was young, he lived in Indonesia for a few years with his mother and stepfather. That's a country in Southeast Asia. Can you imagine living in a place so different from America? Obama had to learn a new language and adapt to a new culture. I think that experience made him reallyopen-minded and understanding of different people and cultures.After Indonesia, Obama moved back to Hawaii to live with his grandparents. He was a good student and even went to Harvard University, which is one of the best schools in thecountry. He studied law and became a lawyer, which is someone who helps people understand and follow the laws.But Obama didn't just want to be a regular lawyer. He wanted to make a difference in people's lives. So he got involved in politics and became a community organizer in Chicago. That means he helped people in neighborhoods come together and solve problems like poverty, crime, and lack of education.In 2004, Obama was elected to the U.S. Senate, which is like the government for the whole country. He was the third African American to be elected to the Senate since the 1800s! That's a really big deal because it shows how far America has come in treating everyone equally, no matter their race.While he was a Senator, Obama gave a famous speech at the Democratic National Convention in 2004. He talked about how there's not a "Black America" or a "White America" or any other kind of America – there's just the United States of America. He said that we're all part of the same American family, and we should work together to make our country better. I think that's a really important message, and it's one of the reasons I like Obama so much.In 2008, Obama decided to run for President of the United States. He campaigned all over the country, speaking to peopleand sharing his ideas for making America better. His main goals were things like providing better healthcare for everyone, improving education, and creating more jobs.Obama's campaign slogan was "Yes, We Can!" and it got a lot of people excited and hopeful. He was the first African American to be nominated for President by a major political party, which was a huge deal. After a long and tough campaign, Obama beat his opponent, John McCain, and became the 44th President of the United States!On January 20, 2009, Obama was sworn in as President. It was a really historic day, and millions of people gathered in Washington, D.C. to watch it happen. Obama's wife, Michelle, and their two daughters, Sasha and Malia, were there too. I remember watching it on TV and feeling so proud and inspired.As President, Obama did a lot of cool things. He signed a law called the Affordable Care Act, which made it easier for people to get health insurance. He also worked on protecting the environment and fighting climate change, which is really important for keeping our planet healthy.One of my favorite things Obama did was support gay marriage. That means two people of the same gender can get married, just like a man and a woman can. Obama said thateveryone should have the right to marry the person they love, no matter what. I think that's really fair and kind.After two terms as President, Obama left office in 2017. He and Michelle moved back to Chicago, where they're from. But Obama is still working to make the world a better place. He wrote a book called "A Promised Land" about his time as President, and he's also started a foundation to help young people get involved in making positive changes in their communities.I really admire Barack Obama for a lot of reasons. He's smart, caring, and always tries to bring people together instead of dividing them. He believes in treating everyone with respect and giving everyone a fair chance, no matter their background or circumstances.Obama also shows that with hard work and determination, you can achieve your dreams, even if they seem impossible at first. He went from being a kid in Hawaii and Indonesia to becoming the President of the United States – how cool is that?But I think what I like most about Obama is his positive attitude and his belief that ordinary people can make a difference in the world. He always says that change starts fromthe bottom up, with regular folks working together to improve their communities and their country.So even though I'm just a kid, Obama inspires me to be a good citizen, to stand up for what's right, and to try to make the world a little bit better every day. Who knows, maybe one day I'll even run for President myself!Well, that's my essay about my favorite politician, Barack Obama. I hope you enjoyed learning about him and why I think he's such an awesome leader and role model. Thanks for reading!篇4My Favorite PoliticianHi there! My name is Sam, and I'm a 10-year-old kid who loves learning about politics. I know, I know, most kids my age are more interested in video games, sports, or cartoons. But for me, there's something fascinating about the world of politics and the people who shape our society through their leadership and decision-making.One politician who has really caught my attention is [insert name of your favorite politician]. I first learned about [him/her]when my teacher showed us a video of [him/her] giving a speech.I was immediately drawn to [his/her] passion, confidence, and ability to communicate complex ideas in a way that even a kid like me could understand.What I admire most about [politician's name] is [his/her] unwavering commitment to [core values or principles, e.g., justice, equality, environmental protection, etc.]. [He/She] always stands up for what [he/she] believes in, even when it's not the popular thing to do. For example, when [brief description of a specific incident or policy stance that exemplifies the politician's values].Another thing that impresses me about [politician's name] is [his/her] ability to bring people together. Politics can be really divisive, with different parties and groups often disagreeing and fighting with each other. But [politician's name] has a way of finding common ground and building bridges between different groups. [He/She] understands that progress can only happen when we work together and listen to each other's perspectives.One of my favorite moments was when [politician's name] [brief description of a memorable speech, event, or accomplishment]. [He/She] spoke with such passion and conviction, and I could tell that [he/she] truly cared about theissues [he/she] was addressing. It made me feel inspired and hopeful about the future.I know that some people might think I'm too young to be interested in politics. But I believe that it's important for kids like me to learn about the people and processes that shape our world. After all, we're the next generation, and the decisions made today will impact our future.Who knows, maybe one day I'll even run for office myself! But for now, I'm just grateful to have role models like [politician's name] who inspire me to be a better citizen and to always fight for what I believe in.So there you have it – that's why [politician's name] is my favorite politician. [He/She] is a true leader, a champion of [core values], and someone who makes me proud to be [nationality/ethnicity]. I can't wait to see what [he/she] accomplishes next!篇5My Favorite Politician: Barack ObamaHave you ever wondered what it would be like to be the president of the United States? I sure have! Being the leader ofone of the most powerful countries in the world must be an incredible feeling. There have been many great presidents throughout history, but my favorite is Barack Obama.Barack Obama was the 44th president of the United States. He served two terms from 2009 to 2017. Even though he is no longer the president, he is still one of the most famous and respected people in the world. Let me tell you why I admire him so much!First of all, Barack Obama had a very interesting life story. He was born in Hawaii to a Kenyan father and an American mother. Growing up, he lived in Indonesia for a few years before returning to Hawaii. Can you imagine moving to a different country when you were a kid? I can't even imagine how difficult that must have been!Despite facing many challenges in his life, Barack Obama worked extremely hard in school. He was a brilliant student and ended up attending two of the most prestigious universities in the United States: Columbia University and Harvard Law School. He became a lawyer and a professor before deciding to enter politics.In 2008, Barack Obama ran for president against John McCain. It was a tough campaign, but in the end, Obama won!On January 20, 2009, he was sworn in as the 44th president of the United States. Do you know what was really special about his inauguration? Barack Obama became the first African American president in the history of the United States! This was a huge milestone for the country and showed that anyone can achieve their dreams, no matter their race or background.As president, Barack Obama worked hard to improve the lives of all Americans. He helped pass a law called the Affordable Care Act, which made it easier for people to get health insurance. He also took steps to protect the environment and combat climate change, which is a really important issue that affects the whole planet.One of the things I admire most about Barack Obama is his ability to inspire people. He is an amazing public speaker and has a way of making people feel hopeful and motivated. His famous slogan during his first campaign was "Yes We Can," and it encouraged people to believe that positive change was possible.Even after leaving office, Barack Obama has remained active in important causes. He and his wife, Michelle Obama, have worked to promote education and support young people. They have also been advocates for healthy families and service to communities.In my opinion, Barack Obama is a great role model for kids like me. He shows that with hard work, determination, and a good education, anyone can achieve their goals. He also teaches the importance of being a good person, treating others with kindness and respect, and using your voice to make a positive difference in the world.I hope that one day, I can be as successful and inspiring as Barack Obama. Maybe I'll even run for president myself! Who knows, perhaps I'll be the first person from my state or my family to become the leader of the United States. Thanks to role models like Barack Obama, I know that anything is possible if you believe in yourself and never give up on your dreams.篇6My Favorite PoliticianHave you ever heard of Abraham Lincoln? He was the 16th President of the United States, and he's my favorite politician ever! I know he lived a long time ago, but I still think he was one of the greatest leaders in history.Abraham Lincoln was born in 1809 in a little log cabin in Kentucky. His family didn't have much money, and he had to work hard from a young age. But even though he didn't get afancy education, he loved to read and learn new things. He was really smart and determined.When he grew up, Lincoln became a lawyer. He was really good at arguing cases and convincing people with his words. But he didn't just care about making money. He cared about doing the right thing and standing up for what he believed in.One of the biggest issues in Lincoln's time was slavery. Back then, there were still many places in America where people could own other people as slaves. That means they would buy and sell human beings like property! Isn't that crazy? Lincoln thought slavery was really wrong and unfair. He believed that all people should be free and equal, no matter what color their skin was.In 1860, Lincoln ran for president against some other candidates who supported slavery. Even though a lot of people didn't agree with his anti-slavery views, he won the election! As soon as he became president, though, some of the southern states got really mad and decided to leave the United States. They formed their own country called the Confederate States of America so they could keep having slaves.This led to the Civil War, which was a huge conflict between the northern states (led by Lincoln and the Union) and the southern Confederate states. For four long years, the two sidesfought against each other in bloody battles all across the country. Thousands and thousands of soldiers died. It was a really sad and difficult time for America.But Lincoln never gave up. He was determined to keep the United States together and end slavery once and for all. In 1863, he issued the Emancipation Proclamation, which freed all the slaves in the Confederate states. This was a major step towards abolishing slavery everywhere.Finally, in 1865, the Union won the Civil War. Slavery was abolished, and the United States remained one nation. Lincoln had led the country through its darkest hours with courage, wisdom, and an unwavering commitment to freedom and equality for all people.Sadly, just a few days after the war ended, Lincoln was shot and killed by an assassin named John Wilkes Booth. He never got to see the country he had saved become truly united again. People all over America mourned the loss of this great man.Even today, over 150 years later, Abraham Lincoln is remembered as one of America's greatest heroes and most influential presidents. He showed that with hard work, perseverance, and strong moral principles, one person can change the world for the better.Lincoln once said, "I am not bound to win, but I am bound to be true." Those words inspire me to always do what I believe is right, even when it's difficult. He reminds me that freedom and equality aren't things we should take for granted, but ideals worth fighting for.That's why Abraham Lincoln is my favorite politician. He was an ordinary person who became an extraordinary leader. He had a vision for a better, more just world, and he never stopped working towards it, no matter how hard the road became. He made mistakes too, but he learned from them and kept going.I hope that when I grow up, I can be as brave, wise, and determined as Lincoln was. I want to stand up for people who are treated unfairly and use my voice to create positive change, just like he did. Lincoln's life is proof that real leaders don't just talk about their values – they live them, every single day.So those are my thoughts on the amazing Abraham Lincoln! He went through so much hardship and adversity, but he never lost sight of his ideals and principles. To me, that's what true leadership and public service is all about. Lincoln shaped the course of American history through his unwavering courage and moral conviction. He is a hero worth looking up to and learning from, even hundreds of years later.I could go on and on about why I admire this incredible man, but I think I've covered the big reasons in this essay. Let me know if you'd like me to tell you more stories about Lincoln's life and legacy. He's one of the most fascinating and influential figures in American history, and he continues to inspire people all over the world with his timeless wisdom and leadership. I feel really lucky that I got to learn about such an amazing politician and human being!。
2021年新高考全国卷(6月第一模拟)试题 英语卷含答案和答题卡
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第一部分阅读（共两节，满分50分）第一节（共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分）阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
AFeeling down?Why not visit one of these four websites?This site was created in1999and gets about seven million visitors per month.Two of its videos have been chosen as winners for the Webby Awards：Pixar Intro Parody and Web Site Story.Other funny videos to look out for include a debate on the advantages and disadvantages of going to college.This site has lots of really funny videos.And as the name suggests,users vote on videos,choosing the options“funny”or“die”.If the video receives too many“die”votes,it’s sent to the site’s“crypt”. But if it gets enough“funny”votes,it goes into the Hall of Fame.The site was created in2006by comedians Will Ferrell and Adam McKay.The site’s first video,The Landlord,has had over70million views.Videos to watch out for include Just a Tip：Taxi,with some valuable advice on how to catch a taxi,and Over Analyzing Texts,with some tips on how to respond to text messages.Founded in2005, is a social news and entertainment website.Registered users put funny content in the form of the video link or texts on the website.Other users then vote these things “up”or“down”.The most recent and wellliked content appears at the top on the front page of the site.First appearing as a satirical newspaper in1988, has hundred of videos and articles on news and current affairs,and receives an average of7.5million visitors a month.It’s famous for its amusing items,such as Michelle Obama Seen Outside Walking Family Rhinoceros or Dad Can’t1．If you want to watch videos ever winning the Webby Awards,you can visit________.A． B．C． D．2．Videos on the website are________.A．watched over70million times.B．voted by their users.C．based on newspaper stories.D．created by users.3．What do and have in common?A．They include funny videos.B．They include valuable advice.C．They include debates on education.D．They provide satirical news.BOn a cool morning,Wilson Kasaine heads out along a dirt path in southern Kenya.His calmness makes it easy to forget that he’s tracking one of the most dangerous animals in the world.Kasaine is tracking lions—especially one lion called Marti,who is the reallife Lion King of Selenkay Conservancy.Tracking lions on foot may sound like a death wish,but Kasaine has been doing it for most of his life.Born into a traditional Maasai family,he quickly grew to understand the beauty and danger of wildlife.Living with big wild animals forces him to develop a good sense of where they have been and where they may be going.During his12kilometer walks to and from school,he learned how to tell the paw prints(爪印)of a lion from those of other animals.Growing up,Kasaine knew that improving his tracking abilities would help him avoid surprise meetings with dangerous animals.For many Maasai,tracking is mainly a matter of selfprotection.But Kasaine is tracking lions to meet them and to protect them.He leads a small group of wideeyed tourists over the red sandy path,searching for the lion that has left upon it his prints.Each year,thousands of tourists crowd Kenya’s national parks to try to have a look at the“big five”：elephants,rhinoceros,leopards,buffaloes and lions.The international draw of these animals matters a lot because the nation’s economy is tied to the protection of its wildlife.If Kenya’s wildlife disappears,so does its secondlargest source of income.Wildlife protection efforts in Kenya meant marking off land exclusively(专门地)for animals.But it also meant that the people who had originally lived in the area were forced to leave their land and into smaller surrounding areas.They are also finding it increasingly hard to keep a traditional Maasai lifestyle.But people are glad that it really makes a difference to wildlife protection.4．How did Kasaine track lions?A．By working together with tourists.B．By running after them all the time.C．By going to school every day.D．By studying their paw prints.5．What can we learn from Paragraph4?A．Maasai people are born animal lovers.B．Tourism is a big threat to Kenya’s wildlife.C．Kenya benefits a lot from its wildlife protection.6．What does the underlined word“it”in the last paragraph refer to?A．Kenya’s economic development.B．People’s leaving their original homes.C．Kenya’s secondlargest income source.D．Kenyan people’s traditional Maasai lifestyle. 7．What is the best title for the text?A．Wildlife Protection in Kenya B．Meeting a Dangerous AnimalC．Wilson Kasaine’s Wise Choice D．Learning to Live with LionsCFood storing is common in members of the crow family.A new study tested the birds outside this naturally occurring behaviour,which may have evolved specifically because it gives crows a survival advantage.Some crow species are known to naturally use tools to recover food.So the researchers tested whether the birds could store and recover a tool so they could get it at their food after a gap of 17hours—something we wouldn’t expect them to do naturally.But they were able to instantly select the tool out of a number of unnecessary items.In another experiment,the researchers taught crows to select a token(礼品券)from a number of items so that they could then exchange for food.Again,the birds then showed that they could plan for the future using this new behaviour.This is different from all of the previous studies in future planning, which have focused on naturally occurring behaviour.For example,we know that chimpanzees(黑猩猩)select,transport and save appropriate tools for future needs.These studies have shown that animals can plan for the future—but they left an important question open for debate.Are animals only able to plan to use abilities that have evolved to give them a specific advantage,or can they flexibly and intelligently apply planning behaviour across various actions?Most critics would say the former,as the animals were tested in naturally occurring behaviours.But the new research provides the first evidence that animal species can plan for the future using behaviour that doesn’t typically occur in nature.This supports the view that at least some recognitive abilities in animals don’t evolve just in response to specific problems.Instead,it suggests that animals can apply these behaviours flexibly across problems in a similar way to humans.We need to investigate how flexible behaviour evolved.Then we might be able to see how crows’ability to plan for the future fits in with their broader cognitive powers.8．What’s the new finding about some crows according to Paragraph1?A．They can store food.B．They can use tools to recover food.C．They can store and recover tools.D．They can select and store food.9．What are crows trained by scientists to do when given a token?A．Reject it casually.B．Exchange it for food.C．Save it as their food.D．Build a nest with it.10．What do scientists think of the studies that animals can plan for the future?A．They are controversial.B．They are disappointing.C．They are contradictory.D．They are convincing.11．What can be inferred about recognitive abilities in animals?A．They develop only with age.B．It is unclear how they’ve evolved now.DA billionaire has recently made one of the biggest charitable(慈善的)donations to a university in China’s history.Chen Tianqiao donated$115million to the California Institute of Technology(Caltech) to help advanced brain research.The donation will be spent deepening the understanding of how the brain works.Chen has been interested in brain research,believing it can shape the industries such as artificial intelligence and virtual reality.However,this huge donation has caused heated discussions among Chinese scholars and Internet users alike.Many criticized him for choosing to give money to a foreign university rather than home institutes for brain research,which are developing fast and are on track to catch up with the US in just a few years.Rao Yi,a biologist at Peking University,even said the donation was a typical mistake.Others,however,support his choice.They believe Caltech is a more reasonable choice compared to Chinese research institutions.Caltech has a long history and has taken a leading position in biology, and therefore it produces more efficient results.In addition,the results of the research benefit not only the American people,but also the rest of the world.A similar controversial case started two years ago when Pan Shiyi,chairman of SOHO China, donated$15million to Harvard University to help disadvantaged Chinese students.Many believe that China is still behind in the management and use of donated money,and that as a result,Chinese charity donators are looking abroad.In comparison,Western countries like the US, which have a long history of donating money,have welldeveloped systems that use money efficiently. They can also provide full access for donors who want to track the use of the money.To get more donations,Chinese universities should be braver and more honest.They need selfreflection,rather than envy.12．Why did Chen’s donation draw criticism?A．It was not given to a Chinese university.B．It was one of the largest to Caltech.C．It was not used efficiently in the US.D．It was used in brain research.13．What is the reason for some people in favor of Chen’s choice?A．The Chinese are just too envious.B．The achievements will benefit the whole world.C．Caltech is a university with a longer history.D．The fund can help disadvantaged Chinese students.14．What is the author’s purpose in mentioning Pan Shiyi in the passage?A．To suggest the enthusiasm of the billionaires.B．To show off generosity of the billionaires.C．To inform Chinese students are poor at academy.D．To stress the disagreement over donating abroad.15．What does the author think of the Chinese universities should do to get more fund?A．Explore artificial intelligence.B．Develop efficient systems.C．Grow fast and catch up with the US.D．Educate more honest graduates.第二节（共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分）阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
Obama to Open Offshore Areas to Oil Drilling for First Time
The proposal is to be announced by President Obama and Interior Secretary Ken Salazar at Andrews Air Force Base in Maryland on Wednesday, but administration officials agreed to preview the details on the condition that they not be identified.
The Obama administration’s plan adopts some drilling proposals floated by President George W. Bush near the end of his tenure, including opening much of the Atlantic and Arctic Coasts. Those proposals were challenged in court on environmental grounds and set aside by President Obama shortly after he took office.
The proposal is intended to reduce dependence on oil imports, generate revenue from the sale of offshore leases and help win political support for comprehensive energy and climate legislation.
Perhaps in anticipation of controversy, the new policy has been clration. White House and Interior Department officials began briefing members of Congress and local officials in affected states late Tuesday.
南方周末采访Obama实录【英文】
Before he departed China, Barack Obama gave an interview to the Southern Weekend newspaper, one of China’s few outspoken and crusading titles.The interview, which took place in Beijing, appears to have been carefully checked by the Propaganda ministry. Nothing controversial was published. Nevertheless, the whole thing was ripped out of the copies of the paper that were delivered this morning to several foreign media bureaus in Beijing.Here in Shanghai, the paper was freely available on the street, with the interview still included. It is available on the internet here in Chinese.Since just about everything that Mr Obama said while he was in China was censored out of the domestic media, the print readership of this interview represents the widest audience of ordinary Chinese that the president is likely to reach.The interesting parts are Mr Obama’s call for more military cooperation in the Asia Pacific region, and a promise that the US will have a second look at allowing hi-tech goods to be exported to China.Here is our English translation of the interview as it appeared in Chinese. If Mr Obama comes across as less eloquent than usual, that’s because of the translation, no doubt. Sorry.INTERVIEW WITH SOUTHERN WEEKENDSouthern Weekend: Your visit to China is almost over. This was your first visit to China, at this moment what are your thoughts?Obama: This visit to China was fruitful. We have discussed a range of topics concerning both sides. The continued development of the relationship between China and the US is not just significant to the people of both countries, but also to the whole world.Southern Weekend: You mentioned Yao Ming in Shanghai, and I know you are interested in basketball. Do you still have time to play. Can you tell us more details about your work and your life?Obama: I don’t play basketball as often as before, but I try to have a game every week, or every other week. I love watching games. I wish I could have seen the Shanghai Sharks, but I didn’t have time. I hope to meet Y ao Ming, he is one of my favourite players.Southern Weekend: This year is the 30th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and the US. You said in the press conference thatyou welcome a powerful and prosperous China that can play a bigger role on the world stage. In the joint statement, China also said that the US plays an important role in the Asia-Pacific region. How do you view the cooperation between China and the US in the region?Obama: First of all, it is obvious that China has become one of the most significant economic powers in the world and this has been one of the most important global developments of the past two decades. Part of the reason for China’s rapid growth is that it has a good trading relationship with the US. More importantly, the Sino-US relationship is now bigger than just trade. We seek advice from each other on important issues such as climate change, which cannot be solved without the participation of both sides.Very soon you will see a more extensive strategic relationship between the two sides, in which we will not only seek cooperation on major economic issues, which of course bring prosperity to both nations, but also close cooperation on all matters from climate change to anti nuclear proliferation, to combating terrorism, to fighting poverty and ensuring food security. We hope to see China develop onto the international stage. A wiser and more confident China will shoulder more responsibilities. At the same time we look forward to having a cooperative partnership.Southern Weekend: The US hasn’t acknowledged China’s status as a market economy. What are the difficulties in recognising this?Obama: We must note that China’s non-market economic status in the WTO is only applied in certain areas. In most areas, China is treated as a market economy, which is why trade between China and the US has grown strongly. My understanding is that the Chinese government has taken necessary measures with the target of acquiring market economy status by 2015. Of course the US is interested in working with China on this target.Southern Weekend: Do you have a time schedule for solving this issue?Obama: In fact, there are a number of technical problems in the economics. What we are doing is to build a framework of Sino-US strategic and economic dialogues. A lot of the matters here are technical and we hope they can be solved.Southern Weekend: The volume of trade between US and China is large, but the US has a lot of restrictions on exporting high-technology items to China. The companies involved in both countries are not happy and this also restricts the balanced development of trade between the two countries. What is your comment on this? Obama: First of all we have to realise one very important fact, that the US is the mostopen market in the world. That is how China can accumulate such a large trade surplus with the US. We are reconsidering the embargo on hi-tech products. President Hu and I have discussed this issue and we think the US exporters may have the chance to export these products to China. Some of the restrictions have expired and we will have a new round of inspection on the restrictions. One of the targets of the G20 summit in Pittsburgh was the need to reach agreement on a more balanced growth model. China as well as other countries required more domestic consumption and the US is working on having higher savings and exports. This would help stabilise the global financial system and increase the standard of living of Chinese people and create more jobs in the US. This is one part of the more extensive approach that we will adopt. Others include reevaluating trading agreements and our currency policies. All of this is to pursue broader goals and more balanced growth.Southern Weekend: In Tokyo and Shanghai you mentioned twice that the US will not seek to contain China’s rise. How will this policy take effect?Obama: We have repeated in the current discussions with China that its stability and prosperity is in accordance with US national interests. A prosperous China can help ensure a prosperous and stable Asia. It is just like the stability of South Korea and Japan are beneficial to world peace and US commercial development. The only one thing that can stop this positive outcome is a mutual misunderstanding and misjudgement. This is why we need to not only conduct dialogue on the economics, but also on the security. The more that the US and China trust each other, the smaller the chance of a misunderstanding.。
小学下册A卷英语第四单元寒假试卷
小学下册英语第四单元寒假试卷英语试题一、综合题(本题有100小题，每小题1分，共100分.每小题不选、错误，均不给分)1.The turtle has a hard ______ (外壳) for protection.2.Solar panels convert sunlight into ______.3.My dog gets excited when it's time for a _______ (散步).4.The __________ (花蜜) attracts pollinators.5._____ (perennial) flowers return each spring.6.I want to _____ (learn/play) a song.7. A __________ is a measurement of how much solute is present in a solution.8.The park is ______ during the weekend. (busy)9. Mountains are in ________ (北美). The Rockmunity resilience framework) supports recovery from challenges. The ____11.What do you call a person who designs clothes?A. Fashion designerB. TailorC. SeamstressD. All of the aboveD12.What is the name of the famous ancient city in Syria?A. PalmyraB. DamascusC. AleppoD. All of the above13.What is the capital of Zimbabwe?A. HarareB. BulawayoC. MutareD. GweruA14.What is the primary color of an orange?A. YellowB. GreenC. OrangeD. Red15.The kitten is very ______.16.What is the capital of France?A. LondonB. ParisC. RomeD. Berlin17.The country known for its bamboo is ________ (中国).18.What is the capital of New Zealand?A. AucklandB. WellingtonC. ChristchurchD. Hamilton19.The __________ (植物的形态与结构) varies widely among species.20.I want to _____ (travel/go) to the beach.21.What do we call the largest land carnivore?A. LionB. Polar bearC. TigerD. Grizzly bearB Polar bear22.I will _____ (help/helped) you with your homework.23.The ancient Egyptians built temples for their ________.24.Which insect produces honey?A. AntB. BeeC. FlyD. ButterflyB25.The ______ is an animal that can climb walls easily.26.can Revolution was influenced by Enlightenment ________ (理念). The Amer27.What do we call a baby pig?A. CalfB. PigletC. LambD. KidB28.The __________ is made up of solid rock beneath the soil.29.I love baking with my family. We often make __________ together, and it’s a fun way to bond. The smell of baked goods fills our home with warmth.30.We are planning a ______ (trip) to the mountains.31. A __________ is a large geological feature formed over time.32.Granite contains minerals like quartz, feldspar, and ______.33. A circuit breaker stops the flow of ______.34.What is 10 - 6?A. 2B. 3C. 4D. 535.My brother is a _____ (学生) who studies hard.36.The element with atomic number is __________.37.What is the capital of China?A. ShanghaiB. BeijingC. Hong KongD. TaipeiB38.What is the name of the famous ancient ruin in Peru?A. Machu PicchuB. TikalC. PetraD. StonehengeA Machu Picchu39.I draw ______ (图画) for my family.40.What do we call a story that is told through pictures?A. ComicB. NovelC. BiographyD. FolktaleA41.I enjoy ___ (going) to the zoo.42.What is the sum of 1 + 1?A. 1B. 2C. 3D. 4B43.I love to eat ______ at parties.44.The kitten purrs when it is _________. (满足)45.My sister collects ____ from different countries. (玩具名称)46.I can ______ (make) a paper airplane.47.The ________ loves to play tag with its friends.48.What instrument is used to measure time?A. CompassB. ScaleC. ClockD. RulerC49.I want to _____ (become) a scientist.50.What is the capital of Ecuador?A. QuitoB. GuayaquilC. CuencaD. LojaA51.The capital of Finland is ________.52.We have a ______ (新鲜的) fruit stand in our neighborhood.53.salinity) of seawater affects marine life. The ____54.In a chemical reaction, the total energy must remain the same due to the law of _____ of energy.55.The __________ (历史的传说) tells of heroism.56.What is the name of the largest land animal?A. RhinoB. ElephantC. HippoD. Giraffe57.How many players are on a cricket team?A. 11B. 12C. 13D. 1458.Some animals are ______, which means they eat both plants and meat.59.Which instrument has keys and is played by pressing them?A. GuitarB. DrumsC. PianoD. Violin60.我的朋友喜欢 _______ (活动). 她觉得这很 _______ (形容词)61.The first successful vaccine was developed by Edward __________ (詹纳).62.My favorite _____ is a cute little bunny.63.Certain plants have developed ______ to attract specific pollinators. (某些植物发展出特定的特征来吸引特定的授粉者。
located in the southeast pacific,newzealand 语法填空
Located in the southeastern Pacific, New Zealand is a beautiful island country that is famous for its stunning landscapes, diverse wildlife, and rich cultural heritage. With a population of just over 5 million people, New Zealand is known for its friendly and welcoming people, making it a popular destination for tourists from all over theworld.One of the most remarkable things about New Zealand is its unique geography. The country is made up of two main islands, the North Island and the South Island, as well as numerous smaller islands. The North Island is known for its geothermal activity, with geysers, hot springs, and mud pools scattered throughout the region. The South Island, on the other hand, is famed for its breathtaking fjords, mountains, and glaciers. The world-famous Milford Sound and Fox Glacier are just a few examples of the natural wonders that can be found on the South Island.In addition to its natural beauty, New Zealand is also home to a rich and diverse wildlife. Many unique species can be found here, including the kiwi, which is the country’s national symbol. The kiwi is a flightless bird that is native to New Zealand and is highly endangered. The country has made significant efforts to protect this iconic bird and its natural habitats. Other notable wildlife found in New Zealand includes the yellow-eyed penguin, fur seals, and the Hector’s dolphin.New Zealand’s Maori culture is an integral part of the country’s identity and history. The Maori people are the indigenous inhabitants of New Zealand and have a deep connection to the land and traditions that have been passed down through generations. Traditional Maori customs and rituals are still prevalent in New Zealand today, and visitors have the opportunity to learn about and experience Maori culture firsthand. The Maori language, known as Te Reo, is an official language in New Zealand and is taught in schools as part of efforts to preserve the Maori heritage.Another thing that sets New Zealand apart is its wide range of outdoor activities and adventure sports. The country is a mecca for adrenaline junkies, offering opportunities for activities such as bungee jumping, skydiving, white-water rafting, and hiking. The diverse landscapes provide an ideal backdrop for these activities, with snow-capped mountains, crystal-clear lakes, and dense forests offering endless possibilities for outdoor adventure.In conclusion, New Zealand is a stunning island country located in the southeastern Pacific. With its breathtaking landscapes, unique wildlife, vibrant Maori culture, and a wide range of outdoor activities, it is truly a destination that has something for everyone. Whether you are an adventure seeker, nature lover, or cultural enthusiast, New Zealand offers an unforgettable experience that will leave a lasting impression.。
人教版英语九年级全册 Unit 13 We're trying to save the earth!
3第一课时 Section A (1a—2d)Ⅰ. 根据首字母及句意补全单词。
1.Y ou mustn’t throw pafter you use them.2.S tudents from the middle school used 300trees to build a w house.3.A nswers can be found at the b ofPage 8.4.T he girl was afraid to speak in publicbecause she thought she was u .5.W e should keep our classroom clean, sodon’t l everywhere.Ⅱ. 根据汉语意思完成译句。
1. 警察在湖底发现了一具尸体。
T he police found a body the lake.2. 在大城市生活的花费非常高。
T he of in is very high.3. 老师告诉我们不要到处乱扔垃圾。
T eachers tell us to everywhere.4. 他在一个木制的大箱子里养了一只兔子。
H e in a big box.5. 顾客们已充分了解了这些好处吗？H ave been ofthe ?Ⅲ. 补全对话（有一项多余）。
A:E xcuse me. Could you tell me where thenearest museum is?B:W ell, it’s a bit far. You can go along thestreet, and then take the first turning on theright. Walk on and you’ll find one there. 1 A: Oh, thanks. 2 B:I t should be open now. It opens at 8:00 am.A: Good. 3 B:W hich bus? I don’t know. You may ask thepoliceman over there. 4 A:O K, by the way, where’s the nearestMcDonald’s, do you know?B: 5 See that sign?A: Oh, thanks a lot.B: You’re welcome.A. You can’t miss it.B. He must know that.C. Right behind you, sir.D. You don’t need to rush.E. Do you know what time it opens?F. And can you tell me which bus I should take?1. 2. 3. 4. 5.Ⅳ. 阅读理解。
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preventing industrial gases from escaping into the atmosphere where they can trap heat. Also this week, environment ministers from about forty countries met in Copenhagen. They discussed issues related to a climate change conference that opens December seventh in the Danish capital. APEC leaders said Sunday that it is unrealistic to expect a full and legally enforceable agreement to be negotiated by then. Instead, they called for a temporary political agreement while continuing to negotiate a replacement for the Kyoto Protocol. That treaty ends in two thousand twelve. And that's IN THE NEWS in VOA Special English, written by Brianna Blake. I'm Steve Ember.
President Obama with Chinese President Hu Jintao during a welcome ceremony at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing
His meeting with students in Shanghai was broadcast locally. But China rejected an American request to show it live nationally. There were no major developments, but thecooperation in talks between the two presidents. They made a joint statement to reporters, but took no questions. Announcements included a series of measures to strengthen cooperation on clean energy. For example, the United States and China will jointly establish a clean energy research center. Scientists and engineers will work on technologies such as carbon capture and storage. That involves
IN THE NEWS - Obama, 'First Pacific President,' Turns to Asia
Broadcast date: 11-21-2009 / Written by Brianna Blake
From /voanews/specialenglish/ This is IN THE NEWS in VOA Special English. President Obama is back from his first trip to Asia since becoming what he called "America's first Pacific president." The president, born in Hawaii, began his eight-day trip in Japan, then visited Singapore, China and South Korea. He met with leaders on issues including trade, the world economy and climate change. In Singapore, he attended this year's Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit. And he chose Hawaii for the APEC meeting in two years. The president spent a day in Japan. He met with the new prime minister, Yukio Hatoyama. They talked about strengthening their nations' alliance. But the prime minister campaigned on a promise of a "more equal" relationship. For example, he wants to study a two thousand six agreement for an American Marine air station to move to another area of Okinawa. In South Korea, President Obama and President Lee Myung-bak APEC leaders in a group photo discussed a free trade agreement signed by their governments two years ago. President Obama said he hopes to get Congress to approve it next year. China is the United States' second largest trading partner, after Canada. And China now holds more United States government debt than any other nation. In Beijing, President Obama met with President Hu Jintao and Premier Wen Jiabao. He also spoke to university students in Shanghai. Among other subjects, he talked about freedoms that Americans value. BARACK OBAMA: "These freedoms of expression and worship, of access to information and political participation, we believe are universal rights. They should be available to all people." China has the world's largest number of Internet users. But it also has what is often called the Great Firewall of China. The government restricts political content and blocks some social networking and news Web sites. President Obama said he is a strong supporter of open Internet access.