综合英语2翻译练习~

Unit 11.Animal conservationists strongly disapprove of experimenting on animals.2.Shelie walked into the museum under the stern gaze of the curator.3.After a spell in the advertising business, Jim began to work for a large insurancefirm.4.It was estimated that 50,000people flooded into London over the weekend for theopening of the Commonwealth Games.5.He rushed into the busy street and mingled with the crowd, hoping in that way thepolice would not spot him.6.He tiptoed quietly out of the room so as not to wake her up.7.He bought the painting as a status symbol, not because he was particularlyinterested in art.8.Jim was always disappointed that his son never followed in his footsteps and tookover the farm.Unit 21.He admitted that his failure was caused by his lack of confidence.2.Visitors are required to sign their names on arrival.3.We’ve invited them to the party, but we’ll have to put it off because the baby’ssick.4.We must take steps to help the families of those who were hurt.5.The teacher took great pains to make sure that we all understood the text.6.Today we’re going to focus on the issue of the homeless people.7.We wondered whether you would be so kind as to attend our end-of-the-yearparty.8.He assured his mother that everything was all right.Unit 31.Most people in the Middle East believe in Islam.2.As the fire was destroying the building, we just stood and stared at all this.3.He relied on more on intuition than logic in solving the case.4.The country is going through a very difficult period after the earthquake.st week the BOD authorized the installation of a new computer system.6.This area has been the greatest beneficiary of a large restoration program.7.The government finances higher education with tax money.8.He insisted that what he said was true, even though the police refused to believehim.Unit 41.The new system will be introduced over a six-month transition period.2.The police officers claimed that their actions in the riots were purely defensive.3.About $250,000 worth of medical supplies has been distributed among familiesaffected by the epidemic.4.The products used to be made locally, but now they are mostly mass-produced inthe Far East.5.The President’s position on the federal deficit was endorsed by a large majority ofthe Senate.6.Sarah was looking out of the window and giving us a running commentary ofwhat war happening out in the street.7.We are now facing the most serious challenge in our history and are dependent onyou, our allies, for support.8.There has been too much shown on TV and too much reported in newspapers ofall kinds of crimes---described in such detail that even children know how to duplicate what they have seen or read.Unit 51.Shanghai ranks as one of the most prosperous cities in the world.2.If you are walking in the mountains, strong boots and waterproof clothing areessential.3.Some teachers devote too much time to helping their student’s study but neglecttheir sports activities.4.Some personal characters play a vital role in the development of one’sintelligence.5.The President’s refu sal to meet the press reveals just how serious the crisis is.6.It’s perfectly natural that parents feel protective towards their children, even whenthey have grown up.7.He wanted desperately to confide in someone about his feelings of failure.8.As some experts point out, suicide rates are much higher in some occupations thanin others.Unit 6 “1.The road appears to get narrower as you look into the distance, but it’s just anillusion.2.The recent drought in Africa has had a devastating effect on its rural population.3.He gave copies of the report to all those present at the meeting, urging that theyread it and digest its contents.4.During the meal he kept glancing at the door, obviously expecting someone towalk in.5.The party was in complete confusion after its election defeat.6.I had worked in the company off and on for two years before I went abroad.7.The family would have arrived on time, but they met up with a flat tire.8.It was my first visit to New York, but I managed to find my way to the small firm. Unit 71.They were staring at me----honestly, I had never felt so embarrassed in my wholelife.2.Before you can make the right choice, you need a lot more information.3.The party failed to convince the majority of the voters that it was capable ofgoverning the country.4.To keep slim, she denied herself ice-cream.5.Recently he has taken up with two bad boys, which makes his parents reallyangry.6.Have you read these newspaper reports? They totally contradict each other.7.In a number of professions it is possible to continue working beyoud theretirement age.8.When he was in the mood, he would sing his favorite song.Unit 81.He is inclined to lose his temper when he is playing with his younger brother.2.Since the accident he’s only been able to walk with the aid of a stick.3.I t hink that’s true to a degree, but the situation is not quite so simple.4.My father said that if we believed that something was true, we should hold on toit.5.He’s very disillusioned at the government’s handling of the economy.6.We were all set to go on vacation when we heard the news.7.The sun’s rays can penetrate the sea to a depth of 20 meters.8.His flattering words led up to a request for money.Unit 91.He scooped up the little boy and ran from the fire.2.The boss assigned me to check the quality of all the goods leaving the factory.3.We have taken all the precautions we can against the painting being stolen.4.The company is selling off some of its buildings in an effort to accumulate capital.5.When you are learning to drive, having a good teacher makes a big difference.6.Rumour has it that he was killed in a raid in the local area.7.Adam’s refusal to work overtime enraged his boss.8.I was pleasantly surprised to see an old friend who appeared at the party out of theblue.Unit 101.Most sportsmen are at their best during their early manhood.2.I am not legally his mother, but I feel I have a moral responsibility to help him.3.The film was so compelling that I could scarcely take my eyes off the screen.4.They were destined by fate never to see each other again.urence’s novels were rejected at first, but they later came to be recognized aswords of genius.6.Philip was often found sitting alone in front of the fire meditating quietly.7.Modern research has shed great light on this question.8.The coming of the new manager breathed new life into the company, and soon itprospered.Unit 111.He was hospitalized with acute appendicitis, with the result that he missed thefinal examination.2.As many more people came to the lecture than expected, there were not enoughhandouts to go round.3.No matter what a long day he may have, he makes a point of checking his e-mailbox before going to bed.4.Unemployment is found in all countries in the world, but the governments vary intheir way to handle the problem.5.Anyone who has come to a foreign country for the first time is apt to findeverything around him both strange and interesting.6.The football fans were very disappointed at the performance of the players of bothteams.7.Never take what he says at face value. Think it over yourself.8.The doctor’s words removed his fears about the operation.Unit 121.On average, 18% of our daily calories come from sugar.2.Ford Automobile Plant was shut down for two months as a result of the strike.3.He’s decided to give up his business and dedicate himself to chari ty.4.The cultural life in the country cannot compare with that of a large city.5.The country’s independence celebrations carried on as if nothing had happened.6.The report allows the readers to make a direct comparison between the two typesof cars.7.The existing stocks of coal should meet our needs for the coming year.8.He remained there for hours deep in thought, contemplating the mysteries of theuniverse.Unit 131.Global climate change may have been responsible for the extinction of thedinosaur.2.Patients with incurable illness often seek alternative treatments such ashomeopathy.3.Economic theory predicts that a fall in the price of a commodity will lead to anincrease in consumption.4.The congress is expected to take strong actions on the problem of organizedcrime.5.The ever-present threat of unemployment makes workers less willing to go onstrike.6.Elderly people may face some psychological problems that result from their lossof independence.7.The car industry, like most other industries, is feeling the effects of the recession.8.Your success at college partly depends on how well you can adapt yourself to thenew environment.Unit 141.It’s important to draw a distinction between the policies of the leaders and theviews of their supporters.2.In Europe, the color white symbolizes purity but in Asia it is often the symbol ofmourning.3.The tour group is confined to the planned activities.4.Once the rumour gets round, he’ll never work in this town again.5.He’s always running out of money before payday.6.He got the Noble Prize for Peace because he way engaged in the promotion ofworld peace all his life.7.The children have found it difficult to adapt to living in an apartment----they wanta garden to play in.8. A Swiss company has found a way to convert animal waste into fuel.Unit 151.Bad luck has come upon us ever since we moved into the new house.2.Renovation your house can be a costly and time-consuming business.3.The government is planning to simplify the tax laws so that they are easier tooperate.4.Before moving abroad, he had to part with the favorite books that had been keptfor years.5.The railways have been deprived of the fund they need for modernization.6.After so many years toiling and moiling for other people, he was glad to have thechance of working for himself.7.You can deposit your valuables in the hotel safe.8.I have to draw upon my savings to pay for the repairs.Unit 161.The damage is due to his negligence, so he’ll have to pay for it.2.The house was hidden form view by a row of tall trees.3.When the results of the vote were announced, the Prime Minister acknowledgeddefeat.4.We must face up to our responsibilities and not try to get out of them.5.Do as I tell you and you shall be set free.6.That book is really worth reading if you’re going to take the English exam.7.Some government officials would not let go of power once they have seen itsbenefits.8.The government has been overthrown and the military has kept the country undercontrol.。