经济学人读译The sky’s the limit
经济学人双语阅读：集资科技 积跬步致千里
【经济学人】双语阅读：集资科技积跬步致千里Science and technology科学技术Crowdfunding science集资科技Many a mickle makes a muckle积跬步致千里These days, anyone can be a scientific philanthropist眼下人人都是科技慈善家NECESSITY, so the proverb has it, is the mother of invention.有句谚语说得好：没有需求，就没有发明。
And science is nothing if not inventive.科技失去了创新，就变得一文不值了。
So, as conventional sources of money get harder to tap, some of science's more creative minds are turning elsewhere.所以，当无法轻易获得传统的经济支持时，一些有创造力的科研人员便开始寻求新的资金来源。
Philanthropic sponsorship of science, particularly in the form of expensive pieces of kit such as large telescopes, or sponsorship for expeditions to far-off places, has been around for centuries.科技慈善资助已有几个世纪的历史，资助形式多为捐赠大型光学望远镜之类的昂贵仪器，或者是为偏远地区的探险提供赞助。
But the internet now permits what might be thought of as microphilanthropy.不过在网络的帮助下，如今微慈善也成为可能。
经济学人读译Over the cliff
【导读】财政悬崖面前，美国需要通过达成财务协议来实现“急刹车”America's economy美国经济Over the cliff?跌落悬崖？Barack Obama must do more than avoid an economic abyss. He has a chance to fix America’s finances对奥巴马来说，仅仅避免国家陷入经济深渊并不够；他有机会去整顿美国的财务状况Dec 15th 2012 | from the print editionBEN BERNANKE, the chairman of the Federal Reserve, is not known for his turns of phrase. But “fiscal cliff”—the term he coined to describe the tax increases and spending cuts that will hit America’s economy at the start of 2013 unless politicians agree to avert them—has inspired songs (“The fiscal cliff is a danger zone/It’s where grown men go when budgets are blown,”croons Merle Hazard, a satirical singer) and television comedy (Jon Stewart’s “The Daily Show” calls it “Cliffpocalypsemageddonacaust”).“财政悬崖”是美联储主席本•伯南克所创造的术语，指2013年初美国经济将面临增税和开支削减的打击（除非政界就如何规避达成协议，否则这种打击无可避免）。
历年考研英语真题阅读出处
一、20XX知识运用试题来源这次知识运用试题选材来自考研英语必考杂志《经济学人》,原文标题是：A Question of Judgment；原文链接：；选项里的大多数单词都能认识,但不一定能选对,这属于考研英语出题的一大特色—熟词生义。
文章难度适中,选项看似容易,但选择起来总感觉模糊不清,很难做判断。
命题专家在出题的时候也进行了一定程度的改写和删除。
A NEVER-ENDING flow of information is the lot of most professionals. Whether it comes in the form of lawyers' cases, doctors' patients or even journalists' stories, this information naturally gets broken up into pieces that can be tackled one at a time during the course of a given day. In theory, a decision made when handling one of these pieces should not have much, if any, impact on similar but unrelated subsequent decisions. Yet Uri Simonsohn of the University of Pennsylvania and Francesca Gino at Harvard report in Psychological Science that this is not how things work out in practice.Dr Simonsohn and Dr Gino knew from studies done in other laboratories that people are, on the whole, poor at considering background information when making individual decisions. At first glance this might seem like a strength that 1. grants the ability to make judgments which are unbiased by 2. external factors. 〔But in a world of quotas and limits—in other words, the world in which most professional people operate—the two researchers suspected that it was actually a weakness.在考试中命题老师删掉了 They speculated that an inability to consider the big 3. picture was leading decision-makers to be biased by the daily samples of information they were working with. 4. For example, they theorized that a judge 5. fearful of appearing too soft 7. on crime might be more likely to send someone to prison 8. if he had already sentenced five or six other defendants only to probation on that day. To 8. test this idea, they turned their attention to the university-admissions process. <Admissions officers interview hundreds of applicants every year, at a rate of 4% a day, and can offer entry to about 40% of them在试卷中删掉了>. In theory, the 9. success of an applicant should not depend on the few others 10. chosen randomly for interview during the same day, but Dr Simonsohn and Dr Gino suspected the truth was 11. otherwise.They studied the results of 9,323 MBA interviews 12. conducted by 31 admissions officers. The interviewers had 13. rated applicants on a scale of one to five. This scale 14. took numerous factors into consideration, including communication skills, personal drive, team-working ability and personal accomplishments. The scores from this rating were 15 then used in conjunction with an applicant's score on the Graduate Management Admission Test, or GMAT, a standardized exam which is 16. marked out of 800 points, to make a decision on whether to accept him or her.Dr Simonsohn and Dr Gino discovered that their hunch was right. If the score of the previous candidate in a daily series of interviewees was 0.75 points or more higher than that of the one 17. before that, then the score for the next applicant would 18. drop by an average of 0.075 points. This might sound small, but to 19. undo the effects of such a decrease a candidate would need 30 more GMAT points than would otherwise have been 20. necessary.<最后一段命题老师没有选用>As for why people behave this way, Dr Simonsohnproposes that after accepting a number of strong candidates, interviewers might form the illogical expectation that a weaker candidate "is due". Alternatively, he suggests that interviewers may be engaging in mental accounting that simplifies the task of maintaining a given long-term acceptance rate, by trying to apply this rate to each daily group of candidates. Regardless of the reason, if this sort of thinking proves to have a similar effect on the judgments of those in other fields, such as law and medicine, it could be responsible for far worse things than the rejection of qualified business-school candidates.二、20XX考研英语阅读理解Part A 文章命题来源Text 1第一篇文章出自 2012年6月21日Business-week 上的一篇文章,文章有一定难度。
写一篇考试成绩好,心情样英语作文
写一篇考试成绩好,心情样英语作文Yay, I Did It! My Amazing Test ScoresOh my gosh, you guys! I am sooooo excited and happy right now, I can hardly stand it! I just got my test scores back and I rocked those exams like a superstar! All my hard work, studying, and sacrifices paid off in a major way. Wait until you hear how well I did!First off, let me tell you about the math test. Math has always been my nemesis, that super tough subject that gives me headaches and stomach aches just thinking about it. All those numbers, equations, word problems - ugh, it makes my brain hurt! But this time, I was determined to conquer math once and for all. I studied my little tushy off, doing practice problems until I thought my pencil would catch on fire from overuse. My mom and dad quizzed me relentlessly on multiplication tables, long division, fractions, you name it. Even my baby sister got in on the act, holding up random numbers of fingers for me to quickly add up.Well, let me tell you, it all paid off! I got a 97% on the math test! I could hardly believe my eyes when I saw that A+ mark at the top of the test. The numbers actually started doing a littlehappy dance on the page, or maybe that was just me having a hallucination from intense math joy. Either way, I couldn't stop grinning so wide that I thought my face would get stuck that way permanently. Take that, math! I am the master now!Next up, the reading comprehension and writing test. Now this was more my forte, if I do say so myself. I'm a total book nerd and reading fiend. I can power through a massive novel in just a couple of days if I really get going. My parents have to force me to put my book down at the dinner table most nights. And when it comes to writing, I just let my imagination go wild and the words flow out of me like a roaring river of exciting thoughts and ideas. Metaphors and imagery and character descriptions, oh my!So yeah, I pretty much crushed the reading and writing sections of the test too. I got a perfect 100% score! Every single reading comprehension question answered flawlessly. Every essay and creative writing piece receiving top marks for creativity, organization, spelling, and grammar. My English teacher actually cried tears of joy when grading my test, she was so impressed by my literary genius. Okay, maybe that's an exaggeration, but she did write "Excellent work!" at the top about thirty times in increasingly larger text sizes.Science and social studies were the other two biggie tests we had to take. I'll admit, I didn't prepare quite as hard for those. There's only so much time in a day, you know? And I may have gotten a little too distracted reading the latest dystopian young adult novel series. But you know what? I still managed to get A's on both of those tests too! Science - 92%, social studies - 94%. Apparently I've got some natural gifts in those subjects, or maybe all that reading for fun has filled my brain with tons of background knowledge. Who knows?So there you have it, my tale of academic triumph and success! Straight A's across the board, making me one of the top students in my grade. My parents were walking on air when they saw my scores, with giant proud smiles plastered on their faces. They kept hugging me and saying "We're so proud of you!" over and over again. I thought my dad might actually pass out from sheer fatherly pride and joy.My teachers have dubbed me a "rising star student" and the "shining example" for my classmates to follow. I've even been nominated for some big academic achievement awards! Can you imagine, little ol' me getting an award just for being smart and working hard? It's all so exciting and overwhelming!Of course, I tried to stay humble and not gloat too much about my awesome grades. A couple of my friends didn't do quite as well, and I didn't want to make them feel bad. I just smiled and played it cool when they asked me how I did, like "Oh you know, I got a few A's, no biggie." But inside, I was performing cartwheels and back flips and fist pumps of extreme happiness and accomplishment.The most amazing part of this whole thing is that good grade feeling. That indescribable mix of pride, joy, satisfaction, and motivation that comes from seeing the payoff of all your hard work. It's like being a world-class athlete and winning the Olympics, or an famous singer dropping the most fire album of the year. All your sacrifices, early morning study sessions, giving up video game time or TV time, it was all worth it to experience this incredible high.I'm still riding that wave of euphoria and accomplishment. I've been bouncing off the walls with this intense rush of positive energy. I have a self-confidence now that I've never quite felt before. Like I can go out and conquer the world, or at the very least, conquer the next hard test that comes my way. This feeling of success has me eyeing that straight A+ report card like the ultimate prize. Just thinking about how proud my parents wouldbe, and all the high fives I'd get from teachers, it's extremely motivating!So that's my big news, my shining accomplishment that has me over the moon happy. Who knew just getting some good test scores could make a kid feel this amazing? Granted, I'm a bit of an overachiever nerd. But I think any student would feel the same mix of joy, relief, and total userference after slaying some tough academic exams. It's liking clearing thebiggest video game battle after weeks of struggle. Only better, because this is real life!I already can't wait for the next round of tests to prove myself all over again. Wow my teachers and family, cement my reputation as a kid genius in the making. Most of all, I want to experience this incredible feeling again, this overwhelming sense of happiness and met expectations. Maybe I'll even aim for a few percentage points higher because, ya know, why not? The sky is the limit when you're soaring on good grade-induced bliss!So that's my story, the tale of an elementary student who worked hard, studied hard, and is now reaping the beautiful rewards of amazing test scores. Keep hitting the books, don't get discouraged, and you too could experience this mind-blowing natural high. The way I see it, there's no better feeling thanknowing you showed everyone what you're made of and left any doubts in the dust. Let's go get 'em, super students!。
英语对航空服务的重要性作文600字
英语对航空服务的重要性作文600字全文共6篇示例，供读者参考篇1The Importance of English for Flying in the SkiesHi there! My name is Alex and I'm 10 years old. Today, I want to tell you all about why learning English is super important if you want to work with airplanes and fly people around the world. It's a really cool job that lets you travel to awesome places!First of all, English is basically the universal language for aviation. Whether you're an airline pilot, flight attendant, air traffic controller or aircraft mechanic, you need to know English really well. That's because all the manuals, procedures and communication is done in English when it comes to airplanes and airports.Let me give you some examples. When pilots talk to air traffic control towers, they speak in English using special codes and phrases. They have to communicate very clearly in English about things like their flight path, altitude, speed and so on. If they don't understand each other properly in English, it could be really dangerous up there in the sky!Flight attendants also have to speak English fluently on the airplane. They use English to give safety instructions, help passengers find their seats, serve meals and drinks, and deal with any issues or emergencies that come up. Passengers come from all over the world, so English is the common language that flight attendants can use to communicate with everyone.The manuals and documents about how to operate and fix airplanes are written in English too. So aircraft mechanics who repair and maintain the planes need excellent English skills to read the instructions accurately. One tiny mistake could cause big problems with the aircraft! That's why the English training for these jobs is so intense.But knowing English for aviation isn't just about the technical stuff. It's also about providing great customer service to passengers. If you're a pilot or flight attendant, you need to be able to understand the passengers' needs and make announcements in clear English so everyone feels comfortable and welcomed. Using polite English phrases goes a long way!There are so many different accents and dialects of English around the world too. From British English to American English, Australian English to Indian English - aviation staff have to be able to understand all the varieties. That's why they get trainingto recognize different pronunciations and speech patterns in English.Being multilingual is awesome, but English is regarded as the global language of the skies. All pilots, controllers and aviation staff have to be certified with passing scores in standardized English tests like IELTS or TOEFL. It shows they can communicate effectively in English in any situation.So if I want to have a super cool job working with airplanes when I'm older, I know I need to study English really hard. It will let me understand all the manuals and procedures properly. It will let me communicate clearly and confidently with colleagues and passengers from everywhere. Who knows, maybe I'll even become a pilot one day and get to fly all over the world!English has become so important for aviation because planes are always crossing borders and oceans. We need one common language that everyone can use to stay safe up there. That's why I'm going to keep practicing my English skills - that way, I can soar through the skies when I grow up! Doesn't that sound like an amazing dream job? Let me know if you have any other questions!篇2The Awesome Power of English for Flying High!Have you ever wondered how pilots, flight attendants, and all the amazing people at airports can talk to each other even when they are from different countries? Well, the super cool answer is English! English is the language that allows people from all over the world to communicate and understand each other when it comes to airplanes and flying.Just imagine, if everyone spoke different languages, it would be so confusing! The pilot might say something in French, but the flight attendant from Japan wouldn't understand. Or the air traffic controller in Brazil might give instructions, but the pilot from Germany wouldn't know what they mean. That could lead to some really big messes and even dangerous situations! Yikes!But thanks to English, everyone in the airline industry can use the same language to share important information clearly. Whether you're a pilot, flight attendant, mechanic, or air traffic controller, if you know English, you can communicate with your colleagues from any other country. It's like having a special secret code that everyone understands!English is so incredibly useful for airline workers because it helps them do their jobs safely and efficiently. For example, pilots need to understand weather reports, flight plans, andinstructions from air traffic control perfectly. Any misunderstanding could be really risky! By using English, pilots can get all the information they need accurately.Flight attendants also rely on English to give safety instructions, help passengers, and coordinate with the pilots and other crew members. Can you imagine how confusing it would be if they had to use a different language for every group of passengers? Thanks to English, flight attendants can communicate smoothly with everyone on board.Even the ground crew at airports, like the people who load and unload bags, refuel planes, or do maintenance work, need to understand English. They might be given instructions or have to read manuals and reports in English. By knowing this super language, they can do their jobs properly and keep planes running smoothly.But English isn't just important for the airline workers themselves. It's also crucial for passengers! When you're at an airport, pretty much all the signs, announcements, and information screens are in English. That's because English is the common language that people from all over the world can understand. Whether you're from China, Brazil, France, oranywhere else, if you know English, you can easily find your way around airports and understand what's going on.So you see, English is like the magical glue that holds the entire airline industry together! It allows people from different countries and cultures to communicate clearly and work as a team to get planes safely from one place to another. Pretty cool, right?The next time you're at an airport or on a plane, pay attention to how much English you hear and see being used. You'll realize just how important and powerful this amazing language is for making air travel possible. Who knows, maybe you'll even feel inspired to learn English yourself so you can be a part of the awesome aviation world one day!篇3The Importance of English for Aviation ServicesHave you ever been on a plane before? I took my first flight last summer when my family went on vacation to Hawaii. It was so exciting! As we got on the big airplane, the flight attendants greeted us with warm smiles. "Welcome aboard!" they said in perfect English. From that moment, I realized how important it is for everyone involved in aviation to know English really well.On the flight, all the announcements and safety instructions were given in English. The pilots used English to communicate with air traffic control and other pilots. The flight attendants spoke English to explain the emergency procedures and serve our meals. Even the signs and magazines on the plane were in English. If the pilots, attendants and ground crew didn't understand English properly, it could be really dangerous!English is considered the global language of aviation. That means everyone around the world uses English to communicate when it comes to airplanes and airports. This makes total sense when you think about how many different countries and languages are involved in air travel. Imagine if every pilot, air traffic controller and mechanic spoke a different language - it would be complete chaos! That's why English has become the common language that allows everyone to understand each other clearly.Using English for all aviation communications is crucial for safety reasons. Pilots need to give extremely precise instructions and relay complex information. Air traffic controllers need to direct many aircraft at the same time without any miscommunication. And airplane mechanics absolutely have to understand all the technical manuals and instructions in English.One small misunderstanding could lead to a terrible accident. That's why the aviation industry is so strict about requiring excellent English proficiency.Additionally, English makes travel much easier and more convenient for passengers like us. When you arrive at an airport anywhere in the world, the signs, announcements, and instructions are all in English. The airplane staff can communicate with you about things like boarding, baggage, delays, and emergencies. You can read the safety cards, instructions, and entertainment options because they use English. Traveling would be incredibly confusing and stressful if English wasn't the common language!I think it's amazing that English allows people from Taiwan, Brazil, Egypt, and anywhere else to all fly together safely on the same plane. The pilots, air traffic controllers, mechanics, flight attendants, and airport staff are all using English to make sure everyone arrives safely at their destination. No matter what country you're from or what language you speak at home, English is what allows the aviation industry to function. It lets people from all over the world communicate clearly.After my first flight, I have a new appreciation for why English is so important, especially for aviation. On our next familytrip, I'll pay closer attention to how English is used for everything from checking in, to boarding, to arrival. And I'll remember that English helps make air travel safe and efficient for everyone. Maybe I'll even try telling the flight attendants "Thank you" in my best English on our next flight!篇4The Importance of English for Flying HighHave you ever wondered how pilots and air traffic controllers from different countries are able to communicate with each other? The answer is English! English is the common language used in aviation all around the world. Whether you're flying from New York to Tokyo or from Cairo to Sydney, everyone involved in making that flight happen needs to speak and understand English. Let me explain why English is so important for aviation services.First of all, can you imagine the chaos that would happen if every pilot spoke a different language? How would they communicate with air traffic control towers in other countries? How would they understand important information like weather reports, runway conditions, and flight instructions? It would belike trying to put together a giant jigsaw puzzle with pieces that don't fit together. Everything would be a jumbled mess!That's why back in the 1940s, the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) decided that English should become the universal language of aviation. This allowed pilots, air traffic controllers, ground crews, and everyone else working in aviation to speak the same language. It made flying much safer and more efficient.Imagine you're a pilot getting ready to fly from London to Delhi. Even though you're English and the air traffic controllers in India speak Hindi, you can both communicate easily in English. The controllers in London give you instructions in English for takeoff. As you fly over countries like Germany, Turkey, and Pakistan, you receive updates about your flight path, altitude, and speed–all in English. The controllers in Delhi then guide you for landing, again using English. Everyone is on the same page thanks to a shared language.But English isn't just useful when flying between different countries. It also helps people from the same country communicate better. For example, if there is an American pilot and an American air traffic controller, they will still use English instead of their local dialect or slang. This reduces any chance ofmisunderstanding, which is really important when operating a huge plane carrying hundreds of people!Using English also allows aviation professionals to get trained and certified by following the same standards from the ICAO. All of the manuals, rules, and procedures they study are written in English. This common language ensures that everyone has been taught the same way to make flying as safe as possible.I find it simply amazing that English has become the language that connects everyone working in the aviation industry across the globe. From a flight attendant on a plane leaving Seoul to the engineer doing maintenance on a jet in Rio de Janeiro, English allows them to communicate clearly. It makes flying safer and more efficient than ever before.The next time you're on a plane, listen closely as the pilots and air traffic controllers speak English to coordinate everything from pushback to takeoff, landing, taxiing, and arrival at the gate. That shared language is what keeps everyone understands each other perfectly. English allows the amazing journey of air travel to run smoothly.So while learning English can be difficult, it is so incredibly important, especially for jobs in aviation. By speaking a common tongue, everyone involved in getting planes safely from oneplace to another can work as one unified team. English helps make aviation a well-oiled, world-spanning machine. For anyone who dreams of working in the aviation field some day, mastering English will be the key to really allowing their career to take flight.篇5The Importance of English for Flying HighHi there! My name is Jamie and I'm going to tell you all about why learning English is super important if you want to work with airplanes someday. It's a really exciting job that lets you travel the world and meet people from everywhere. But to do it safely, you have to be able to communicate clearly in English no matter what. Let me explain why!First of all, English is what's called the "lingua franca" of aviation. That's a fancy way of saying it's the common language that pilots and air traffic controllers use to understand each other. Can you imagine how dangerous it would be if they couldn't? The pilot might say "I'm turning left" but the controller thinks they said "I'm turning right"? That could cause a really bad accident! By using English, everyone is on the same page.Even the aviation codes and phrases have to be in English. You'll hear pilots say things like "roger" for "I received your message" or "niner" for the number 9. These codes make sure there's no mix-up about what was communicated. Pilots from Japan talking to controllers in Brazil? No problem when they use English!Another big reason English matters is because of all the manuals, regulations, and instructions that come with being a pilot or working at an airport. These crucial documents that tell you how to operate and fix the planes are pretty much all written in English. If you can't read the safety guidelines, that's a huge problem! You could make a terrible mistake. Knowing English lets you learn the right procedures.But ensuring safe air travel isn't the only use for English in aviation. What about guests on the plane? As a flight attendant, you'll be serving people from every corner of the globe. English is again that common language to give information, answer questions, and make announcements. You want to understand if someone needs something or has an emergency! Plus, those pre-flight safety demos are way easier when done in a language the majority understands.For pilots, being fluent in English is a job requirement. They constantly have to communicate with air traffic control and other crew members. Missing an instruction could be catastrophic when flying at 30,000 feet! Even something small like asking for clearance to take off has to be done precisely in English. The cockpit voices you hear with pilots and co-pilots? That's all English being spoken.Airplane manufacturers and mechanics have to use English too when installing or repairing parts. The companies that make planes write their documentation in English. So if you're a mechanic working on a new engine, you better know English well to follow the instructions properly. One missed step could have terrible consequences.As you can see, English is absolutely vital for anything involving airplanes and air travel. From pilots, to flight attendants, to air traffic controllers, to ground crew - they all use English to communicate safely and get passengers where they need to go. It's the common language that connects the whole aviation industry across countries.I don't know about you, but I definitely want every single person involved when I'm flying to understand each other perfectly! No mistakes, no miscommunications. That's why I'mworking super hard on learning English. Along with being fascinating, the aviation world wouldn't work without it. Maybe I'll be a pilot shooting the air streams one day, or translating those manuals into other languages. As long as I know English, the sky's the limit! Get it? Sky's the limit? Ah, I crack myself up sometimes.Anyway, that's my take on why English is so invaluable for aviation. Keep studying hard, and who knows? You might just have a future among the clouds too! Wouldn't that becloud-nine? Okay okay, I'll stop with the plane puns now. Over and out!篇6The Importance of English for Flying HighHi there! My name is Emma and I'm 10 years old. Today I want to talk to you about why English is so important for people who work in aviation services like pilots, flight attendants, and air traffic controllers. Buckle your seatbelts and get ready for takeoff!Have you ever been on a plane before? I have, and let me tell you, it's really cool up there in the clouds! But have you ever thought about how the pilots and other workers communicatewith each other and with people on the ground? Well, they use English as the common language of aviation all over the world.English is what we call a "lingua franca" for aviation. That's a fancy term that means it's a common language that people who don't share a native language use to communicate. Can you imagine if every pilot, air traffic controller, and ground crew only spoke their own native language? It would be total chaos up there in the skies! Planes could crash into each other, runways would be a mess, and flying would be really unsafe.But because almost everyone in aviation learns English, they can all understand each other clearly. The pilots can talk to air traffic control towers anywhere in the world using English. Flight attendants can give safety instructions in English that passengers from any country can understand. And ground crews at airports across the globe communicate easily using English phrases and aviation codes.Learning English for aviation is really important and not easy at all. These workers have to study hard and know very specific vocabulary for flying planes, communicating with control towers, dealing with emergencies, and so much more. They can't just speak casual conversational English. It's like they have to learn a whole new language just for their aviation jobs!For example, did you know that pilots use a special code called "aviator's alphabet" when communicating things like flight numbers, airport codes, and other crucial information? Instead of saying letters normally, they say things like "Alpha, Bravo, Charlie" and so on. This prevents any confusion from similar sounding letters. Air traffic controllers also use lots of specialised phrases like "clear for takeoff," "maintain current heading," and other terms you probably wouldn't use in normal conversation. It's like they're speaking Aviation English!I think it's really cool that English allows people from all over the world to understand each other when they're working in aviation. Whether you're a pilot from Brazil, an air traffic controller from Japan, or a flight attendant from Kenya, you all learn the same Aviation English to keep passengers safe in the skies. It unites people from so many diverse cultures and backgrounds.The next time you're soaring among the clouds, listen closely. You might just hear the pilots and air traffic controllers speaking that special Aviation English that allows safe travel for everyone! English really does help people defy gravity and fly high. I hope you've enjoyed learning about this important use of the Englishlanguage. Thanks for flying Air Emma's Essay Airlines! We've now arrived at our final destination.。
Lesson 1 The Sky’s the Limit
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高中英语单词天天记：limit素材
高中英语单词天天记：· limit· v.['lɪmɪt] ( limits;limited;limiting )·· 双解释义· vt.限制;限定line or point that cannot be passed;put a limit to;restrict;be the limit of· 基本要点•1.limit的基本意思是“限制”“限定”,指对空间、时间、程度、数目等划定界限或极限,这个界限不可逾越或不允许逾越。
limit的主体可以是具有意志力的人,或行使权力的权威机构、合同协定等,也可以是自然界或客观现实。
2.limit只用作及物动词,接名词或代词作宾语,也可接以介词to引起的短语充当补足语的复合宾语,但不可接以动词不定式充当宾语补足语的复合宾语。
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邀请别人参赛创意比赛的英语作文
邀请别人参赛创意比赛的英语作文全文共3篇示例，供读者参考篇1Hey everyone! I'm so pumped to tell you all about this awesome creative competition our school is hosting. It's going to be an epic battle of imagination, ingenuity, and straight-up artistic genius!I know what you're thinking - another lame contest where we're all supposed to make dioramas about photosynthesis or write haikus about the lifecycle of butterflies. But trust me, this one is going to be totally different and insanely cool. The theme is "Remix Reality" and the challenge is to take something familiar from everyday life and reimagine it in the wildest, most creative way possible.So maybe you'll design a bike that also functions as a smoothie blender. Or invent a smartphone case that can transform into a mini-drone for taking selfies from the sky. Or create a pair of sneakers with built-in springs that let you jump over cars! The possibilities are endless when you combine different objects and ideas that don't normally go together.The best part is, you can enter whatever kind of project you want - an invention, a sculpture, a painting, a short film, even a piece of writing or music. As long as it fits the remix theme and shows off your unique creative vision, you're in! First prize is 500 cold hard cash, but there will also be other great awards for the most innovative, funniest, and best use of mixed media entries.I don't know about you, but I'm already brimming with ideas. Like, what if I made a jacket where the sleeves could detach and fold into little remote-controlled rocket drones? Or designed a lamp that used living plants as the bulbs? With a concept as open-ended as "Remix Reality," my brain is exploding with fun mash-ups just waiting to be born.Of course, it's not going to be easy. This is a chance for all of us artistic visionaries to go big and really push the boundaries. The judges are going to be looking for true out-of-the-box thinking and amazing execution. Half-baked ideas or sloppy projects need not apply.Which is why I'm putting together a crew to help make my concept the most epic masterpiece this school has ever seen. I'll need dedicated people to help with everything from design and construction to filming and editing. If you've got skills in any ofthose areas, or just a burning desire to be part of something insanely creative, come find me at lunch!For everyone else planning to enter on their own, my advice is to start brainstorming and sketching out those wild ideas now. Talk it over with friends and family to get more perspectives. Do your research on any materials, tools or techniques you might need to pull it off. This is our chance to show the world what we're made of, creatively speaking, so you've got to bring your A-game!And don't worry if your first fifty ideas are duds - that's all part of the creative process. Keep doubting those doubts and pushing past the boundaries of what you thought was possible. The most genius remixes come from combining things that no one else would ever think to put together.At the same time, don't get too caught up in making it profound or trying to make some big philosophical statement. This is all about having fun, using your imagination, and seeing how amazingly weird and wonderful you can get. Laughter and delight are just as important as mind-blowing originality.Finally, while we all want to win, remember that the real prize is getting to flex our creative muscles and spend quality time dreaming up our own remixed reality. Competitions like thisdon't come around every day, so we've got to make the most of this opportunity to tap into our inner artists and makers.Who's with me? Let's get out there and remix the heck out of reality! I can't wait to see what our delightfully twisted minds come up with. Whatever it is, I know it's going to be fresh, mind-bending, and loaded with pure creative genius.The gauntlet has been thrown down, my friends. Now it's time to reach deep, dig out those wildest ideas, and get to remixing! See you at the competition!篇2Hey everyone! This is an open invitation to all my fellow students to join me in the upcoming Creative Genius Competition. Let me tell you, this is an opportunity you don't want to miss out on!First off, let me give you a quick rundown of what this competition is all about. Organized by our school's Arts and Culture Club, the Creative Genius Competition is a platform for students to showcase their innovative ideas and creative talents. Whether you're a writer, artist, musician, or just someone with a unique perspective on life, this competition welcomes entries from all sorts of creative disciplines.Now, I know what you might be thinking – "Why should I bother? It's just another competition." But let me assure you, this one is different. The Creative Genius Competition isn't just about winning prizes or adding another line to your resume (although those are nice perks). It's about pushing the boundaries of your imagination, exploring uncharted territories of creativity, and most importantly, having fun while doing it!Imagine this: you have a brilliant idea that you've been dying to bring to life, but you've never had the right platform or motivation to do so. Well, here's your chance! The Creative Genius Competition provides you with the perfect excuse to unleash your creative genius upon the world. Whether it's a short story that transports readers to a fantastical realm, a painting that captures the essence of human emotion, or an original song that makes your heart soar – this competition is your canvas, your stage, your opportunity to shine.But wait, there's more! Not only do you get to showcase your talents, but you also have the chance to win some awesome prizes. We're talking gift cards, trophies, and even the coveted title of "Creative Genius of the Year." Imagine the bragging rights you'll have among your friends and family!And let's not forget about the exposure you'll receive. The winners and top entries will be featured on the school's website, social media channels, and even in the local press. Who knows, this could be your first step towards artistic fame and fortune!Now, I know what else you might be thinking: "But I'm not that creative," or "My ideas aren't good enough." Let me stop you right there, my friend. Creativity comes in many forms, and everyone has the potential to be a creative genius in their own unique way. It's not about being the next Picasso or Beethoven; it's about tapping into your own personal well of imagination and expressing yourself in a way that only you can.So, what are you waiting for? Grab that pen, pick up that paintbrush, or fire up that recording software, and let your creativity run wild! The Creative Genius Competition is your chance to step out of your comfort zone, challenge yourself, and potentially discover a talent you never knew you had.And the best part? You don't have to go through this journey alone. The Arts and Culture Club is here to support you every step of the way. We'll provide you with resources, guidance, and encouragement to help bring your creative visions to life. Plus, you'll be surrounded by a community of like-mindedindividuals who share your passion for creativity andself-expression.Imagine the sense of accomplishment you'll feel when you submit your entry, knowing that you've poured your heart and soul into your creative endeavor. And who knows, your idea might just be the one that captivates the judges and earns you the coveted title of Creative Genius.So, what are you waiting for? The Creative Genius Competition is calling your name, and the world is ready to be dazzled by your creativity. Take that first step, and let your imagination soar. Trust me, you won't regret it.Mark your calendars, gather your supplies, and let the creative juices flow! The submission deadline is [insert date here], so you have plenty of time to craft your masterpiece. But don't wait until the last minute – the sooner you start, the more time you'll have to refine and perfect your creation.Remember, this isn't just a competition; it's an opportunity to break free from the confines of the ordinary and explore the extraordinary realms of your own creativity. So, what are you waiting for? Join me and countless other students on this exciting creative journey. Who knows, you might just discover your hidden talent and unlock a whole new world of possibilities.Let's make this Creative Genius Competition one for the ages!I can't wait to see what amazing ideas and creations you all come up with. Get ready to be inspired, challenged, and ultimately, celebrated for your unique creative genius.The stage is set, the canvas is blank, and the world is waiting. It's time to shine, my fellow creative geniuses!篇3Creative Genius Wanted - Join the School Innovation Challenge!Hey everyone! Lisa here, your resident creative spirit and idea machine. I've got some epic news to share with all my fellow imaginative minds out there. Our school is hosting the most awesome competition ever, and I'm stoked to invite each and every one of you to get those brilliant brains in gear and enter.I'm talking about the School Innovation Challenge - a chance for us students to flex our creative muscles and dream up the most mind-blowing, game-changing ideas this world has ever seen. Forget about boring book reports or dull essays for a minute. This is your opportunity to truly make a difference and leave your mark on campus and beyond.Still not convinced? Let me break it down for you.First off, the prizes are insane. We're talking cold hard cash, free tech, and other sweet rewards just for putting your innovative thinking to the test. But even better than that? The winner gets their idea actually implemented right here at our school. Can you imagine the street cred of being the mastermind behind the next big thing that changes life as we know it? You'll be a legend!Speaking of legends, the judges for this shindig are no joke either. We've got successful entrepreneurs, brilliant minds from major companies, and even a few locally-famous innovators ready to be wowed by your genius. This is your chance to get your concepts in front of the people who can really make things happen.Now, I know what you're thinking: "But Lisa, what kind of ideas are they looking for?"That's the best part - the categories are wide open! You can dream up the next must-have app that will make us all rich and Internet-famous. Or come up with an insane new piece of tech that will change the world as we know it. Heck, you could even redesign the cafeteria menu to be out-of-this-world delicious. Anything that solves a problem or improves something in a creative way is fair game.Still feeling stuck for inspiration? Don't worry, I've got your back. How about an app that uses AI to have your homework done for you with the click of a button? A virtual reality headset that lets you experience your favorite books and movies like you're really there? Or maybe a machine that turns your parents' lecturing into chill background music? The sky is the limit, people!Whatever your big idea ends up being, just know that I'll be right there cheering you on. We creative dreamers have to stick together and show this school what incredible visionaries walk these halls. Who's with me?I know putting yourselves out there can be scary. Believe me, I've been there, shaking in my shoes, terrified that people will think my ideas are lame or won't work. But you know what? Nothing amazing ever happens unless you take that first brave step. This is our chance to shine and finally get the recognition us big thinkers deserve.Just imagine how great it would feel to bring your genius idea to life and have it actually solve a problem or improve something major. You could be the next Zuckerberg or Steve Jobs! Maybe you'll start your own company after this and becasting me in tech commercials one day. Hey, a girl can dream, right?Speaking of dreams, that's what this whole thing is about - daring to dream bigger than anyone else. Coming up with ideas that make people say "Why didn't I think of that?!" Taking risks, pushing boundaries, and showing the world that age is just a number when you're a creative superhero.So whatdya say? Will you join me on this epic creative journey and prove that us students have the power to innovate? The entry deadline is coming up soon, so you'd better hustle. Get those million-dollar ideas flowing and sign up to change the game!Who's ready to blow some minds?! Let's make our school - and the whole world - a more creative, more innovative, totally awesome place. I've got faith that my fellow dreamers have what it takes to bring it. Now let's go claim our destinies as the visionaries of tomorrow!The future is what we make it, and I can't wait to see what you all come up with. Dream big or go home, am I right? Let's show 'em what we've got!。
景海鹏4次乘宇宙飞船进去太空英语作文
景海鹏4次乘宇宙飞船进去太空英语作文全文共10篇示例，供读者参考篇1Hey guys, do you know that a cool astronaut called Jing Haipeng has been to space four times? It's super awesome! Let me tell you all about it.Jing Haipeng is a Chinese astronaut who has been on four space missions. He first went to space in 2008 on the Shenzhou 7 mission, where he did a spacewalk. How cool is that? Then, he went to space again in 2012 on the Shenzhou 9 mission and in 2016 on the Shenzhou 11 mission. Each time, he stayed in space for a few weeks, working on experiments and helping out with spacecraft operations.But the most exciting mission was when Jing Haipeng went to space in 2016 on the Tiangong 2 space laboratory. This time, he stayed in space for a record-breaking 33 days! Can you imagine living in space for more than a month? It must have been so cool to float around and see the Earth from up there.Jing Haipeng is a super cool astronaut, and he has inspired so many people around the world. Who knows, maybe one dayone of us will also get to go to space and experience the wonders of the universe. How awesome would that be?篇2Oh my gosh, did you hear about Jing Haipeng? He went to space four times on a spaceship! How cool is that? I can't even imagine what it's like up there.The first time Jing Haipeng went to space was in 2008. He was on the Shenzhou 7 spaceship and stayed in space for about three days. Can you imagine floating around in space for three days? It must have been so amazing!Then, in 2012, Jing Haipeng went to space again on the Shenzhou 9 spaceship. This time, he stayed in space for almost two weeks. Can you believe it? Two whole weeks in space! I wonder what he did up there all day long.In 2016, Jing Haipeng went to space for the third time on the Shenzhou 11 spaceship. He spent a month in space this time, which is the longest he's ever been up there. I can't even imagine being away from Earth for a whole month!And finally, in 2016, Jing Haipeng went to space for the fourth time on the Shenzhou 12 spaceship. He spent anothermonth in space, making his total time in space over 100 days! That's like, a really long time!I can't even imagine what it would be like to go to space. It must be so cool to see the Earth from up there. Jing Haipeng is like a real-life superhero!篇3Title: Jing Haipeng Flew Into Space Four TimesHey guys, do you know Jing Haipeng? He's a super cool astronaut from China who has been into space four times already! Isn't that amazing? Let me tell you all about it.The first time Jing Haipeng went to space was in 2008. He was a crew member on the Shenzhou 7 mission. They did a spacewalk and Jing Haipeng became the first Chinese astronaut to do a spacewalk! How cool is that? He must have felt like a superhero floating around in space.Then in 2011, Jing Haipeng went to space again on the Shenzhou 9 mission. This time, he stayed in space for 13 days! Can you imagine being in space for that long? I bet he saw so many cool things up there.In 2016, he went to space for the third time on the Shenzhou 11 mission. This time, he stayed in space for 33 days! That's like a whole month up in space! Jing Haipeng must really love being in space to stay there for so long.And finally, in 2016, he went to space for the fourth time on the Shenzhou 13 mission. He stayed in space for 60 days this time! Sixty days! That's like two whole months in space! I can't even imagine what that must have been like.Jing Haipeng is such a cool astronaut. I hope he gets to go to space again soon so he can tell us all about his adventures up there. Who knows what other amazing things he'll get to do in space next time? I can't wait to find out!篇4I'm so excited to tell you guys about Jing Haipeng, who went to space four times on a spaceship! He's like a real-life astronaut superhero!Jing Haipeng is a super brave astronaut from China. He flew into space on a rocket ship not once, not twice, but four times! Can you believe it? He's been to space more times than I can count on one hand!When he's up in space, Jing Haipeng gets to float around and do all sorts of cool experiments. He even gets to look out the window and see the Earth from way up high. I bet the view is amazing!Jing Haipeng is like a real-life spaceman, exploring the universe and making all kinds of discoveries. He's like a modern-day explorer, but he's exploring outer space instead of the jungle or the ocean.I think it's so cool that there are people like Jing Haipeng who are brave enough to blast off into space and see things that most of us can only dream about. Maybe one day, I'll get to ride on a spaceship too and see the stars up close like Jing Haipeng.I'm so proud of Jing Haipeng for being such a fearless astronaut and for showing us that the sky is not the limit – it's just the beginning of our amazing universe! Go Jing Haipeng, you're my space hero!篇5Title: Mr. Jing Haipeng's Four Space AdventuresHey guys, have you heard about Mr. Jing Haipeng? He is a super cool astronaut from China who has been to space fourtimes on a spaceship! It's like a dream come true for him. Let me tell you all about his amazing adventures in space.The first time Mr. Jing went to space was in 2008. He went on a spaceship called Shenzhou 7 and stayed in space for three days. Can you imagine floating around in space and seeing all the stars and planets up close? Mr. Jing must have had so much fun exploring the universe!His second space adventure was in 2011 on Shenzhou 9. This time, he stayed in space for 13 days and even docked with a space module called Tiangong-1. How cool is that? Mr. Jing got to experience living and working in space for almost two weeks!In 2016, Mr. Jing went on his third space journey on Shenzhou 11. This time, he stayed in space for 33 days, which is the longest time he has ever been in space. He must have seen so many incredible things while he was up there!And just recently, in 2021, Mr. Jing went on his fourth space adventure on the Shenzhou 12 spaceship. He spent another 90 days in space, working on various scientific experiments and space missions. Can you believe how brave and adventurous Mr. Jing is?I can't wait to see what other amazing things Mr. Jing will do in space in the future. Maybe one day, I'll also get to go to space and explore the universe just like him. How exciting would that be?So cool, right? I wish I could go to space like Mr. Jing Haipeng someday! How about you?篇6Once upon a time, there was a cool astronaut named Jing Haipeng. He flew into space four times on a spaceship, which is super amazing! Let's explore his exciting adventures together!The first time, Jing Haipeng flew into space was in 2008. He went on a mission on the Shenzhou 7 spaceship and performed a spacewalk. Wow, he must have felt like a superhero floating in space! He even waved to us from up there. How cool is that?The second time, he went into space in 2012 on the Shenzhou 9 spaceship. This time, he docked with the Tiangong-1 space laboratory. That's like a super cool space hotel in the sky! I wish I could float around and play in zero gravity like him.The third time, in 2016, he went on the Shenzhou 11 spaceship to the Tiangong-2 space lab. He stayed up there for 33days! Can you imagine living in space for a whole month? That must have been an out-of-this-world experience.And finally, in 2016, Jing Haipeng flew into space for the fourth time on the Shenzhou 13 spaceship. He stayed on the Tiangong-2 lab for another 30 days. He must really love being in space to go up there so many times!Jing Haipeng is like a real-life superhero, exploring the mysteries of space and inspiring us all. I hope one day I can be as brave and adventurous as him and fly into space too. How incredible would that be? Thank you, Jing Haipeng, for showing us that the sky is not the limit!篇7Once upon a time, there was this super cool dude named Jing Haipeng. He was an astronaut and he went to space not just once, not twice, but FOUR TIMES! Can you believe it? I mean, going to space once is already incredible, but four times? That's out of this world!So, let me tell you all about Jing Haipeng and his amazing adventures in space. The first time he went to space was in 2008. He was part of the Shenzhou 7 mission and he stayed in spacefor a whole three days. Imagine floating around in space for three whole days! It must have been so cool.But Jing Haipeng didn't stop there. Oh no, he went back to space two more times in 2012 and 2016. Each time, he stayed in space for even longer and did all sorts of cool experiments and stuff. I bet he saw some really awesome things up there in space.And guess what? Jing Haipeng wasn't done yet. In 2016, he went to space for the fourth time! Can you believe it? Four times in space! That's like, super duper amazing. I wonder what it's like to go to space so many times. I bet it's like being a real-life superhero, flying through the stars and exploring the great unknown.So, there you have it, the incredible story of Jing Haipeng and his four amazing journeys into space. Who knows, maybe one day you'll be just like him, a fearless explorer of the final frontier. But for now, let's just sit back and marvel at the awesomeness of it all. Go, Jing Haipeng, go!篇8Once upon a time, there was a really cool astronaut named Jing Haipeng. He went to space not just once, not twice, butFOUR times! Can you imagine how amazing that must have been?The first time he went into space was in 2008. He was part of the Shenzhou 7 mission and it was his first time ever leaving Earth. He must have been so nervous and excited, just like going on a rollercoaster for the first time! He did a spacewalk, which is like floating around outside the spaceship. It must have been so cool to see the Earth from up there!Then in 2011, Jing Haipeng went to space again. This time it was Shenzhou 9 and he got to dock with the Tiangong-1 space lab. It's like parking your car but in space! He spent some time living and working in the space lab, doing all kinds of experiments and research. He must have felt like a real scientist!In 2016, Jing Haipeng went into space for the third time on the Shenzhou 11 mission. This time he spent a whole month in space, the longest he had ever been away from Earth. He must have missed his family and friends, but he was probably having so much fun exploring space!And finally, in 2016, Jing Haipeng went to space for the fourth time. He was part of the Shenzhou 12 mission and got to visit the brand new space station called Tiangong. He must havefelt like a real space explorer, walking around in a space station that humans built!Jing Haipeng is a real hero, going to space four times and showing us all that dreams can come true. Who knows, maybe one day one of us will be the next astronaut to explore the stars!篇9Oh my goodness, guys! Have you heard about Jing Haipeng? He's like a real-life superhero who went to space not just once, but four times! Can you believe it?The first time Jing Haipeng went to space was back in 2005. He flew into space on the Shenzhou 6 spacecraft and spent five days orbiting the Earth. Imagine looking down at our planet from that high up! It must have been so cool.Then, in 2008, Jing Haipeng went to space again on the Shenzhou 7 spacecraft. This time, he did a spacewalk outside the spacecraft. Can you imagine floating in space like that? It must have been so exciting and a little bit scary too!But Jing Haipeng didn't stop there. In 2012, he went to space for the third time on the Shenzhou 9 spacecraft. This time, he stayed in space for almost two weeks! Can you imagine living inspace for that long? It must have been so cool to see all the stars and planets up close.And finally, in 2016, Jing Haipeng went to space for the fourth time on the Shenzhou 11 spacecraft. He stayed in space for over a month, making him one of the astronauts who has spent the most time in space. Wow, that's so amazing!Jing Haipeng is a true hero who has shown us that nothing is impossible. Maybe one day, one of us will also get to go to space and explore the stars. Who knows? The sky's the limit!篇10Once upon a time, there was a super cool astronaut named Jing Haipeng. He went on a really exciting adventure four times in a spaceship and flew into space! Can you imagine how awesome that must have been?The first time Jing Haipeng went into space was with the Shenzhou 7 mission in 2008. He was so brave and helped his team carry out the first Chinese spacewalk. That's like walking in outer space, can you believe it? He also had a lot of fun floating around and looking at the Earth from up above.Then, in 2011, he went on the Shenzhou 9 mission and spent 12 days in space. He was able to dock with an orbiting space lab called Tiangong-1. It's like a big space house in the sky! Jing Haipeng got to do experiments and even talked to Earth on live TV. How cool is that?But wait, there's more! Jing Haipeng wasn't done yet. In 2016, he went on the Shenzhou 11 mission and spent arecord-breaking 33 days in space. That's almost a whole month! He and his team lived and worked in the Tiangong-2 space lab, studying all kinds of cool stuff about space.And guess what? Jing Haipeng's latest space adventure was in 2016 on the Shenzhou 12 mission. This time, he stayed in space for another 33 days and helped build the new Tiangong space station. He even did a spacewalk to fix some equipment outside the station. What a superstar!Jing Haipeng is a true hero who has shown us that with courage and determination, we can reach for the stars. Maybe one day, you and I will also get to go to space and explore the universe like Jing Haipeng. How exciting would that be? Let's dream big and reach for the stars together!。
复习巩固：(5)Unit 5 Working the Land——2023-2024学年高二英语人教
复习巩固：（5）Unit 5 Working the Land——2023-2024学年高二英语人教版（2019）寒假轻松衔接一、单词填空用适当的词填空。
1._____ he is superior to me is true. I should follow his example.2.Fish contains many nutrients that are essential _____ proper brain function.3.If you go cycling early—in the morning, _____ instance—you won't be tired.4.The radio play was so _____(convince) that many people thought aliens had landed on the earth.5._____ did this will sooner or later be caught and punished.二、翻译句子6.专家会帮助我们对付这个难题。
(specialist, assist, tackle) (汉译英)____________________________________________7.尽管日常开销增大，他似乎也不缺钱。
(shortage) (汉译英)____________________________________________8.此次疫情提醒我们,人类比以往更加紧密相连,我们要守望相助,共克时艰。
(pandemic, reminder)____________________________________________9.What the plants pump through the air is a mixture of chemicals known as volatile organic compounds, VOCs for short. (英译汉)____________________________________________10.What I saw was completely unlike anything I had experienced in the past. (英译汉)____________________________________________三、阅读理解阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
中国在科技方面取得的成就英语作文
中国在科技方面取得的成就英语作文China's Amazing Achievements in Science and TechnologyHello everyone! Today, I want to tell you about the amazing achievements that China has made in the field of science and technology. China has come a long way and has become a global leader in innovation and technological advancements. Let's explore some of the incredible achievements!One of the most exciting achievements is China's space exploration program. China has launched many satellites into space, and they even sent astronauts to space in their own spacecraft called the Shenzhou. In 2019, China became the first country to successfully land a spacecraft on the far side of the moon! This is a huge step forward in our understanding of the universe.In addition to space exploration, China has made great progress in the field of artificial intelligence (AI). AI is all about teaching computers to think and learn like humans. Chinese scientists and engineers are developing AI technologies that are being used in various fields, such as healthcare, transportation, and even in our daily lives. For example, some hospitals in Chinaare using AI to help diagnose diseases more accurately and provide better treatment options.Another amazing achievement is China's high-speed rail network. China has built the world's largest and fastesthigh-speed rail system, connecting cities across the country. The trains are super fast, reaching speeds of over 300 kilometers per hour! This has made traveling in China much more convenient and has helped boost economic development.Moreover, China has made significant progress in renewable energy. Renewable energy is all about using natural resources like the sun and wind to generate electricity. China is the world's largest producer of solar panels and wind turbines. They have built massive solar farms and wind farms that provide clean and sustainable energy to millions of people. This shows China's commitment to protecting the environment and combating climate change.China has also made remarkable advancements in the field of e-commerce. E-commerce is all about buying and selling goods and services online. You might have heard of famous Chinese e-commerce platforms like Alibaba and . These platforms have revolutionized the way people shop, making iteasier and more convenient. Now, people can buy things with just a few clicks and have them delivered to their doorstep!In conclusion, China has achieved remarkable success in the field of science and technology. From space exploration to AI, high-speed rail to renewable energy, and e-commerce, China continues to amaze the world with its innovations. As young learners, we should be inspired by these achievements and strive to explore the wonders of science and technology ourselves. Who knows what amazing discoveries we might make in the future? The sky's the limit!I hope you enjoyed learning about China's achievements in science and technology. Keep exploring and never stop dreaming big!。
英语常用俚语学习
英语常用俚语学习问路我们学过不少，那给人指路要怎么说？现在来中国观光旅游的老外这么多，学学怎么给老外指路还是必要的。
下面这些指路用语你都会了吗？不会可要赶快记下来哦！1. Take the one-way street. 走这条单行道。
One-way street 就是单行道。
这句比较适合讲给自己开车的老外听。
2. You will stay on the street for a while until you hit the first traffic light.你走到第一个红绿灯那儿。
Stay for a while 通常指五到十分钟的时间，不会太久。
遇到某个东西，可以用 hit 这个词，如 hit the traffic light，hit the stop sign 等等。
traffic light 也有人说成 light，stop light。
3. Then take a left.向左转。
向左转可以说成 turn left，take a left 或是 make a left。
有时光讲 take a left 不明确，你可以加上路名，明确地告诉人家要转哪一条路，例如 Take a left into Changan Street，或是 Take a left onto Changan Street.“三岔路口”怎么说“双线道”怎么说？“三岔路口”怎么说？平时不会也就罢了。
如果恰巧有个老外向你问路，你要是不会麻烦可就大了，所以啊，未雨绸缪，赶快来学一学吧！1. It will be Pingan Ave. It's a six-lane avenue.那就是平安大街，是条六线道。
指路的时候如果能够说出街道的名字最好，至于是几线道一般则不会提及。
单说双向交通的线路是two-lane traffic，具体到road，street，highway，avenue的时候，直接在two-lane 后面加上这些词就可以了。
一个关于做风筝和放风筝的作文英语
一个关于做风筝和放风筝的作文英语Kites have been a beloved pastime for centuries, captivating the hearts and minds of people from all walks of life. Whether you're a seasoned kite enthusiast or a curious newcomer, the art of making and flying kites can be a truly rewarding and enriching experience. In this essay, we'll explore the joys and challenges of this timeless hobby, delving into the history, the creative process, and the thrill of watching a kite soar through the sky.The origins of kite-flying can be traced back thousands of years, with evidence of kite-like structures being used in ancient China, Greece, and Japan. These early kites were often crafted from natural materials such as bamboo, silk, and paper, and were used for a variety of purposes, from military reconnaissance to religious ceremonies. Over time, the design and construction of kites have evolved, with modern materials and techniques allowing for increasingly intricate and sophisticated creations.One of the joys of making a kite is the opportunity to unleash your creativity. Whether you prefer to follow traditional patterns or todesign your own unique creation, the process of constructing a kite can be both challenging and immensely satisfying. From selecting the right materials to carefully shaping the frame and attaching the covering, each step requires a careful attention to detail and a keen eye for balance and aerodynamics.For many kite enthusiasts, the true thrill comes from the moment the kite takes to the sky. Watching a carefully crafted creation lift off the ground, dancing and soaring on the currents of the wind, can be a truly mesmerizing experience. The feeling of the kite line pulling against your hands, the gentle tug of the wind, and the sight of the kite silhouetted against the sky – these are the moments that make all the effort of building the kite worthwhile.Of course, flying a kite is not without its challenges. Mastering the art of kite-flying requires a keen understanding of wind patterns, kite dynamics, and the interplay of various environmental factors. Beginners may find themselves struggling to keep their kite aloft, or dealing with tangles and tangles in the line. But with practice and persistence, these challenges can be overcome, leading to a deeper appreciation and mastery of the craft.One of the most rewarding aspects of kite-flying is the sense of community that it fosters. Around the world, there are countless kite festivals and gatherings where enthusiasts come together to sharetheir passion, exchange tips and techniques, and marvel at the incredible kites on display. These events are not just about the kites themselves, but about the camaraderie and shared joy of this timeless hobby.For many, the act of making and flying a kite can also be a deeply spiritual experience. The kite, with its graceful movements and connection to the elements, can be seen as a metaphor for the human experience – a delicate balance between control and surrender, between our own efforts and the forces of nature that shape our lives. In this sense, kite-flying can be a meditative practice, a way to connect with the natural world and find a sense of inner peace.Beyond the personal fulfillment, kite-flying can also have broader societal benefits. In many communities, kite-flying events and workshops have been used to engage youth, foster creativity and problem-solving skills, and promote physical activity and outdoor exploration. By introducing young people to the joys of kite-making and flying, we can inspire a new generation of enthusiasts and help them develop valuable skills and perspectives that will serve them well throughout their lives.In conclusion, the art of making and flying kites is a rich and multifaceted pursuit that offers endless opportunities for creativity,adventure, and personal growth. Whether you're drawn to the technical challenge of kite construction, the thrill of watching your creation take to the skies, or the sense of community and spiritual connection that this hobby can provide, there is something for everyone to discover and explore. So why not take the leap and try your hand at this timeless and captivating pastime? Who knows –you just might find that the sky's the limit when it comes to the joys of kite-flying.。
so 40% of studentsthought英语
so 40% of studentsthought英语全文共10篇示例，供读者参考篇1Hey guys, have you ever thought about why we have to learn English at school? Well, guess what, a recent survey found that 40% of students think English is super important! Let's talk about why.First of all, English is like a superpower. When we can speak and understand English, it opens up a whole new world for us. We can talk to people from different countries, watch cool movies and TV shows, and even read awesome books! Plus, it's a language that people all around the world use to communicate with each other.Secondly, learning English can help us in the future. Whether we want to travel, work, study abroad, or even just use the internet, English is a key tool that can make everything easier. It can also help us get better jobs and connect with people from all walks of life.Lastly, studying English can be fun! We get to learn new words, play games, sing songs, and even watch videos in English.It's like solving a puzzle or going on an adventure every time we practice our English skills.So, let's keep up the good work and keep learning English, guys! It's not just a subject in school – it's a ticket to a whole world of opportunities. Let's embrace the language, have fun with it, and become English experts in no time!篇2Hello everyone! Today I want to talk about a survey that was done with students about their thoughts on English. 40% of the students had some interesting things to say!First off, some of them thought English was super fun because they can watch their favorite TV shows without subtitles and understand everything. They also like singing English songs because they sound cool.But some students thought English was super hard! They said the grammar rules were confusing and they always mixed up their words. They also mentioned that speaking in English made them nervous because they were afraid of making mistakes.A few students said that English was important because it can help them communicate with people from other countries. They wanted to travel and make new friends around the world.Overall, it seems like students have different opinions about English. Some love it, some find it difficult, and some see its importance for the future. It’s cool to hear everyone’s thoughts and see how diverse our opinions can be. Keep studying and practicing English, guys! Who knows, maybe one day we’ll all be experts!That’s all for now, see you later!篇3Hello everyone, today I want to talk to you about something super cool - a study that says 40% of students thought English is the best language ever! Isn't that awesome?So, why do so many students love English? Well, for starters, English is an international language. That means you can talk to people from all over the world if you speak English. How cool is that? You can make friends from faraway places and learn about different cultures. Plus, speaking English can open up so many opportunities for you in the future. You could travel, work, or study abroad, all because you know English.Another reason students love English is because it's kind of like learning a secret code. When you know English, you can understand songs, movies, and books that are in English. It's like unlocking a whole new world of entertainment! Plus, speaking English makes you stand out in a crowd. People are always impressed when they hear you speak another language, especially one as popular as English.But learning English isn't always easy. Sometimes it can be really tough to remember all the words, grammar rules, and pronunciation. But don't worry, practice makes perfect! The more you practice, the better you'll get. So keep studying, keep practicing, and soon you'll be speaking English like a pro.So, if you're one of the 60% of students who haven't fallen in love with English yet, give it a chance! You might just discover a whole new world of fun and excitement. Who knows, you might even become one of the 40% who think English is the best language ever!篇4Title: English is so popular among students!Hi everyone! I want to talk about English today. Did you know that 40% of students thought studying English is supercool? It's true! English is like the coolest subject ever because you can use it to talk to people from all around the world!First of all, English is like a secret code. When you speak English, you can understand so many things like movies, songs, and even books! It's like having a superpower that lets you connect with people everywhere.Also, English is so fun to learn! You can play games, sing songs, and even watch cartoons in English. It's like learning while having a blast. Plus, when you go on vacation, you can talk to people in English and make new friends easily.But wait, there's more! Studying English is super important for your future. It can help you get a cool job, travel the world, and even study abroad. Imagine going to an English-speaking country and fitting right in because you can speak English fluently.So, let's all keep learning English and have fun while doing it. Who knows, maybe one day you'll be traveling the world, chatting with new friends, and having the time of your life all because you know how to speak English! English is truly amazing, isn't it? Let's all keep loving and learning English together!篇5So, like, 40% of students, like, thought that English was, like, difficult. But, you know what? English is actually super fun once you get the hang of it!I used to be one of those students who thought English was hard. I mean, all those weird rules and grammar stuff can be really confusing, right? But then I realized that English is all about expressing yourself and communicating with others. And that's really cool!One thing that helped me a lot was reading English books and watching English movies. It's a fun way to learn new words and phrases. Plus, you get to see how English is actually used in real life. And don't be afraid to make mistakes! That's how you learn and get better.Another thing that helped me was practicing speaking English with my friends. We would have little conversations in English and it really helped me improve my speaking skills. Plus, it's fun to learn together with your friends!So, if you're one of those students who think English is hard, don't worry! Just keep practicing and don't give up. You'll get better and before you know it, you'll be speaking English like a pro! And remember, the most important thing is to have fun while learning. Good luck!篇6Hey guys, do you know that 40% of students thought English is super cool? Yeah, for real! Let me tell you all about it.First off, English is like a secret code that helps us communicate with people from all over the world. It's like having a superpower that lets us talk to anyone, no matter where they're from. How cool is that?And guess what? Learning English can help us explore new worlds through books, movies, and even songs. We can travel to far-off lands and meet amazing people, all without leaving our own backyard. It's like going on an adventure without even packing a bag!Plus, speaking English opens up so many opportunities for us in the future. We can work in different countries, study at top universities, and connect with people from all walks of life. It's like having a key that unlocks endless possibilities.So, if you're one of the 40% of students who think English is awesome, keep on learning and growing. Who knows what amazing things you'll be able to do with this incredible language? The sky's the limit!In conclusion, English is like a magical doorway to a world of endless possibilities. Let's keep on learning, exploring, and connecting with others through this incredible language. Who knows what exciting adventures lie ahead? Let's find out together!篇7Hey guys! Today I want to talk about something really cool - a survey that says 40% of students thought English is an awesome subject! Isn't that awesome? Let's dive into it and find out more!So, the survey talked to lots of students from different schools and found out that 40% of them really enjoy learning English. They said it's fun to learn new words, talk to their friends in English, and even watch English movies without subtitles! How cool is that?Some students even said that English is important for their future. They want to travel around the world, study abroad, or work in international companies. Learning English can help them achieve their goals and make new friends from different countries. Isn't that exciting?But not everyone loves English. Some students find it hard to remember all the grammar rules or pronounce words correctly. They feel shy when speaking in class or worry about making mistakes. But don't worry, guys! With practice and determination, you can improve your English skills and become fluent in no time.So, whether you love English or find it challenging, remember that it's a valuable skill to have. Keep practicing, keep learning, and don't give up! Who knows, maybe one day you'll be speaking English like a pro and impressing everyone around you.That's all for today, guys! Keep smiling, keep learning, and keep rocking that English class! See you next time!篇8Hey guys, do you know that 40% of us students think that English is super cool? Yeah, that's right! English is not just a subject in school, it's a whole new world full of adventures and possibilities.First of all, let's talk about why English is so awesome. It's like a secret code that can help us communicate with people from allaround the world. Imagine being able to chat with someone from Japan, or watch movies without subtitles. How cool is that?Learning English can also open up so many opportunities for us in the future. We can travel to different countries, work in international companies, or even study abroad. Plus, it's a super fun language to learn! With all the songs, videos, and games available in English, we can improve our skills while having a blast.But hey, we get it. English can be tough sometimes. Spelling, grammar, and pronunciation can be a bit tricky. But don't worry, practice makes perfect! By reading books, watching English shows, and chatting with friends in English, we can improve our skills little by little.So, let's embrace the language of English and dive into this amazing world together. Who knows, maybe one day we'll be fluent speakers, traveling the globe and making friends from all walks of life. The sky's the limit when it comes to learning English!篇9Hey guys, do you know that 40% of students thought learning English is super cool? Today, let's talk about why so many students love learning English!First of all, English is like a magic key that can open so many doors for us. When we can speak English well, we can communicate with people from all over the world! We can make new friends, learn about different cultures, and even travel to other countries without any problem.Secondly, learning English can help us in school and future careers. Many jobs require English skills, so if we're good at English, we can have more opportunities for a bright future! Plus, when we know English, we can read books, watch movies, and listen to music in English, which is super fun!Another reason why students love learning English is that it's like solving a mystery. There are so many cool words, grammar rules, and phrases to learn, and it's like putting together a puzzle. When we figure it all out, it feels amazing!Lastly, learning English can boost our confidence and make us feel proud of ourselves. When we can have a conversation in English or write a paragraph without any mistakes, we feel like superheroes! It's a great feeling to know that we're improving every day.So, if you're one of the 40% of students who think learning English is awesome, keep it up! Let's continue practicing, learning new words, and having fun with English. Who knows, maybe one day we'll be fluent speakers and inspire others to love English too!篇10Title: English is Lit!Hey guys, guess what? So, like, 40% of students in our school thought that English is super cool! Isn't that awesome? English is like, the best subject ever! Let me tell you why.Firstly, English is sooo important because it helps us communicate with people from all around the world. Like, how cool is that? We can talk to anyone, anywhere, and make new friends just by speaking English. Plus, it's like, the language of the internet, so knowing English is totally crucial if we wanna be savvy online.Secondly, English is lit because it opens up a whole new world of books, movies, and music. Like, have you ever read Harry Potter in English? It's, like, way better than any other language. And don't even get me started on English songs!They're so catchy and they help us learn new vocab and grammar without even trying.And lastly, English is super fun to learn! We get to play games, do projects, and even act out skits in English class. It's, like, the most interactive and engaging subject ever. Plus, our English teacher is, like, the coolest ever. She makes learning English so interesting and easy.So yeah, English is totally awesome and we should all keep on practicing and improving our English skills. Who knows, maybe one day we'll be fluent in English and be able to travel the world and talk to people in English wherever we go. How cool would that be, right? Let's keep loving English and make it our favorite subject ever! Peace out, English lovers!。
Theskyisthelimit,unfortunately
The sky is not the limit, merely an extremely expensive barrier to cross. To make the giant leap for mankind truly count, we need a way to traverse the barrier without gutting PlanetEarth. We must find the resources we need in space and live off them; do what is called "in situ space resource utilisation" (ISRU).Jan van Riebeeck and his settlers did not come to South Africa and expect constant supplies to be shipped from Europe. The early settlers had to farm to survive. They had to chop their own wood to repair ships, they had to mine to build our country, and our fellow countrymen had to earn our independence. And look at us now…True, living off the land on acompletely foreign and sometimes hostile piece of ground is more feasible than living off space. In space, one cannot find a foodsource, or breathe, for that matter. For example, it would be a daunting and long-term challenge to create the infrastructure needed for a self-sustained lunar colony. Yet, it isalso a challenge that is exhilarating, stimulating and – most importantly – achievable through innovation.Why bother?There are numerous reasons for wanting to develop space resources, including the following:•Space exploration. Earthcannot fund and supply a human presence across the solar system. It is vital to developspace resources for a sustainable human presence in space.•Human survival. As long as humans are bound to a single planet, our fate depends on that of our vulnerable planet.•Scientific opportunities. ISRU would go hand-in-handwith scientific advances. Once resources in space can be exploited, advanced research bases could be built, for example, telescopes on the far side of the moon could be constructed from lunar material.•Earth benefits. ISRU would benefit the earth in terms of job opportunities, advances in technology, electricity supply from space-based solar panels, the supply of high-value materials and relief of the strain on earth’s industries and environments.In his book, Mining the Sky , JS Lewis describes the vast resource potential of our solar system. The moon has oxygen, iron, titanium, water, volatiles and a future fuel source, Helium-3. Although mineral concentrationscomparable to those of the earth have not yet been found, this shows that the moon has the potential to be an industrial space port.Metals and gases are abundant on asteroids, many of which come closer to the earth than the moon. Mars and its moons could also be sources of minerals and fuel, as well as being attractive targets for colonisation. Further away, the gas giants of our solar system harbour unimaginable amounts of valuable gases.We are destroying the earth and the life on it to get to mineral resources, yet the resources on earth are insignificant compared to the riches available to us within our solar system. If we were to mine the mineral resources from space instead of on earth, it would help us protect the most valuable resource in our solar system, namely life.Space Resources RoundtableI recently had the honour of being awarded a scholarship by the Space Resources Centre at the ColoradoMankind has already proven that the sky need not be the limit, but for all practical purposes it still is. We have set foot on another world. We continuously have people in orbit. We probe other worlds. We position telescopes in space and have even seen space tourists. However, all of these activities that prove that we can overcome the sky as a limit drain the earth of valuable resources: resources that might be better spent on building houses, creating jobs and saving the environment.The sky is the limit, unfortunately...by Michael NealeSchool of Mines. The condition ofthe scholarship was that I had to present a student paper at the fi rst joint meeting of the Space Resources Roundtable and the Planetaryand Terrestrial Mining Sciences Symposium (SRR & PTMSS).This annual conference is a gathering of professionals from different fi elds, all interested in “living off the land” in space, or ISRU. The presentations revolved mainly around proposals and experimental results on howto explore, extract, benefi ciate and utilise the wealth of resources found in space.I attended this conference at the Colorado School of Mines from 8 to 10 July 2010 and intend going back every year.An important aspect touched on at the conference was how to inspire young minds to get an education in science, technology, engineering or maths. One of the speakers does this by showing sixth graders how, witha proper education, they might one day be involved in building space colonies.On a higher level of education, one presentation was on the lessons learnt by mechanical engineering students who had to build a robot capable of excavating lunar soil.A few universities in the USA have some fi nal-year engineering students doing their design projects on building such lunar excavators. These robots eventually compete against each other at the NASA lunabotics competition.A number of the speakers presented results from different aspects of one large experiment. This was NASA’s lunar base analogue experiment, which was held early in 2010. In this experiment, scientists and engineers tested proposals for different components of a lunar base. This was done at a test site in Hawaii,where the inorganic, basaltic soilsimulates important aspects of lunarsoil. Some of the experiments wereconcentrating solar heat, meltingsoil for construction, incorporatinghydrogen fuel cells, extractingoxygen from soil and self-thinkingconstruction robots.A defi nite highlight of the conferencewas the half-day technicaldemonstrations. This is where thespeakers could demonstrate theirprojects and experiments. Most of thelunar base analogue experiments anda number of the student-built lunarexcavators were showcased.One of the main speakers presentedhis results on fi nding water iceon the moon. The Indian probeChandrayaan-1 is currently busymapping the lunar poles. Thepreliminary data from a NASAinstrument on board confi rmed thatthere is a lot of water ice on the moon.Previous studies, like the LunarCrater Observation and SensingSatellite (LCROSS) and the LunarReconnaissance Orbiter (LRO),showed that lunar water exists in someform, but the new results indicatethat the ice is much m ore abundantand pure than previously expected.My presentation was a conceptualproposal on mining this ice.The ice is found in permanentlyshadowed craters, the slopes of whichcan be utilised to reduce ice transport.I showed three mining layouts,developed with assistance fromVB Kom Consulting, that will channelthe mined ice from the mining facetowards a central point. The technicalfeasibility of the proposals is yet to betested (and might result in a master’sdegree).MobilisationIn 2004, President Bush gave NASAthe order to return humans to themoon by 2020, with the aim ofextending the human presence tothe rest of the solar system. WhenObama assumed presidency, hesupported this decision. However,the project was recently cancelleddue to “lack of innovation”. Instead,the plan is to put humans onasteroids and Mars. There is a lotof dispute over whether this is agood idea or not, as a sustainablemoon base could have acted as anindustrial outpost to supply materialfor Mars missions.In the words of Jim Kohlenberger,“While we're cancelling Constellation[the lunar return project], we'renot cancelling our ambitions.” Thecancellation of Constellation merelymeans that those who want tosee ISRU operations on the moonwill have less government moneyand will therefore have to obtaincommercial support. This is arguablya good thing. If space missionscould be more commercial and lessgovernmental, the industry could beprofi table. Profi ts could be ploughedback to develop the industry further.There is already agrowing awarenessof and interest incommercialisingspace and itsresources. At themoment, touristscan pay togo on zero-gravityfl ights,suborbitalfl ights tospace, timeaboard theinternational spacestation and spacewalks. There areeven offers to taketourists around themoon, although thishas not happenedyet.already aawarenesserest inialisingd itss. At thetouristsnal spacend spacehere arers to takeround thehough thisappenedThese tourist excursions are far above the normal tourist’s pay grade, but at least the seeds of a new industry have been sown.Another example of commercialising space is the Google Lunar X-prize competition. Google is offering $30 million to the first commercialcompany to launch a rover to the moon and land it on the moon. Currently, 21 companies are competing to launch their rover to the moon first. Developing space in a commercial and industrial way as a platform for a space-faring human race is something that will happen. The question is just this: will we make it happen in our lifetimes?A role for South AfricaWhere does South Africa fit into the picture? We are not part of or able to compete with the supernations in a space race, but we can contribute. Dr Kris Zacny was born and raised in South Africa. To my mind, he is oneof the champions of ISRU research, specifically in extraterrestrial robotic drilling. He works for Honeybeerobotics, a company that does a lot of work for NASA. He has proven that South Africans are capable of making a contribution to this field.This does not mean that all able South Africans should immigrate to the USA. South Africa is a strong mining country and has a number of astronomical facilities and experts. This, combined with our top-quality tertiary education, gives us thepotential for substantial involvement in ISRU development. If we can get our academics educated about and interested in ISRU, there will be no need to leave the country.ISRU development will require a multinational effort and I believe that South Africa can and should take up the challenge to overcome the limit we know as the sky. We must do what great minds do when confronted withan inconvenient barrier… innovate!There is vast resource potential in the solar system.Michael Neale is an honours student and academic instructor in theDepartment of Mining Engineering. He has had an interest in astronomy since he can remember and is a member of the Space Resources Roundtable. He intends establishing the South African Space Resources Association (SASRA) in the nearfuture.。
Paul George
NBA Most Improved Player Award
When he knew his team leader fell down, he realized that maybe a good chance for him. And he did. In the second year, he led his team Pacer(步行者) to enter Play-offs(季后赛). And he failed to challenge the most famous player James, although he got James into some troubles. And he won the award, like the title. A serial of his behaviors made him successful in his team.
Climax Stage, Suffer an eclipse(巅峰之日，黯然失色）
During two years in the league, George knew how to lead his team and how to win the game. But we were unexpected(始料未及的) about his falling. It is an indelible memory in his mind and our minds. It is a training match in 2014, including many famous players. He tried to disturb a layup(上篮), but he fell down seriously and awfully. His right leg contorted(扭曲) for ninety degrees.
一切皆有可能 the sky's the limit
一切皆有可能the sky's the limit
The sky's the limit（天空是极限）是一个固定表达，意思是“对于想做的事情或想实现的目标没有任何限制”。
它常被用来表示“一切皆有可能”或“没有什么可以阻止你做你想做的事情”。
Now you've won the lottery, the sky's the limit! You can do anything you want to!
你中了彩票，那么现在一切皆有可能！你可以去做任何你想做的事情了！
The student received offers from ten universities - the sky's the limit for her.
这名学生收到了十所大学的录取通知书。
她前途无量！
Now you've retired, the sky's the limit! You can spend your time however you like!
你已经退休了，没有什么可以阻挡你了！你可以自由自在地做你想做的事情！。
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Women in China中国女性The sky’s the limit天空无限宽广But it’s not exactly heaven却不尽然是天堂Nov 26th 2011 | from the print editionPULLY CHAU SPENT eight years working for the Chinese office of a big international advertising agency and never got a pay rise; there was always some excuse. “It was stupid of me not to ask,” she says. “If I had been a Caucasian man, I would have done better.”She stuck around because she liked the idea of working for an outfit that was well known in China and hoped to learn something. Eventually she got fed up and took a job with another Western agency, draftfcb, where she is now chairman and CEO for Greater China, based in Shanghai. Just turned 50, glamorous, confident and boundlessly energetic, she could pick and choose from any number of jobs. There are lots of opportunities for women in China, she says—but in business life is still easier for men.Pully Chau在一家大型国际广告公司的中国办事处工作了八年，但从未有过加薪，总是有这样那样的借口阻挡她的加薪之路。
“我不会傻到不提出疑问，”她说，“倘若我是个白人男性，我应该会做得更好。
”Pully迟迟不肯跳槽的原因是她喜欢为这样一家中国知名度很高的公司工作，并且希望学到一些东西。
但长此以往，她受够了这样的境遇，最终跳槽到另一家西方广告公司DraftFCB。
现在，她成为这家公司大中华区的主席和首席执行官，总部设在上海。
Pully刚过五十岁，她富有魅力，充满自信，活力四射，对现在的她来说，对任何一种工作都可以随意挑选，手到擒来。
她说，在中国，女性拥有很多的机会，但商业之路走得更顺的，依旧还是男性。
Women make up 49% of China’s population and 46% of its labour force, a higher proportion than in many Western countries. In large part that is because Mao Zedong, who famously said that “women hold up half the sky”, saw them as a resource and launched a campaign to get them to work outside the home. China is generally reckoned to be more open to women than other East Asian countries, with T aiwan somewhat behind, South Korea further back and Japan the worst. And its women expect to be taken seriously; as one Chinese female investment banker in Beijing puts it, “we do not come across as deferential”.中国总人口中49%为女性，其中女性劳动力占总劳动力的46%，这个比例比人很多西方国家都高。
这很大程度上要归功于毛泽东，他曾有一句名言：“妇女能顶半边天。
”他把女性看做一种资源，并发起了让女性在外工作的运动。
渐渐地，相较其他东亚国家和地区，中国成为众人眼中对女性更加开放的国家，台湾紧随其后，韩国次之，而日本更次。
中国的女性希望受到认真的对待，正如在北京的一位中国女投资银行家所言：“中国女性不会给人留下低眉顺眼的印象。
”Young Chinese women have been moving away from the countryside in droves and piling into the electronics factories in the booming coastal belt, leading dreary lives but earning more money than their parents ever dreamed of. Others have been pouring into universities, at home and abroad, and graduating in almost the same numbers as men. And once they have negotiated China’s highly competitive education system, they want to get on a career ladder and start climbing. The opportunities are there. Avivah Wittenberg-Cox, who runs a consultancy, 20-first, that helps companies improve the balance between the sexes in senior jobs, points out that China already has a higher proportion of women in the top layers of management than many Western countries.大批的年轻中国女性从乡村涌进欣欣向荣的沿海地带，她们在电子工厂中工作，生活枯燥，但所赚的钱却远超出她们父母的梦之所及。
还有一些进入了国内外高等学府深造，毕业生男女比例几乎旗鼓相当。
一旦通过了中国教育系统竞争激烈的独木桥，她们便希望能找到工作，向职业阶梯的上层攀爬。
机遇就摆在那里。
20-first是一家帮助平衡高层岗位性别比例的咨询公司，其所有者阿维娃·维滕贝格-考克斯指出，中国企业高管的女性比例已经超过了很多西方国家。
The supply of female talent is abundant, says Jin Yu, a partner with McKinsey in Beijing and their most senior woman in China, but once you start funnelling it the numbers come down. She also concedes that there is room for improvement in the way that Chinese companies nurture potential female leaders. The same goes for the Chinese body politic: only 13 ofthe 204 members elected at the most recent meeting of the Chinese Communist Party’s central committee (its top decision-making body) were women.北京的Jin Yu是麦肯锡咨询公司在中国最资深的女性合伙人，她说，女性人才供应很充足，但是一旦开始进行集中筛选，女性人数就会减少。
她同时也承认，中国企业在培养女性领导人方面还有很大的进步空间。
而中国政体方面也存在同样的问题：中国共产党中央委员会（中国的最高决策机关）最新选出的204名委员中，只有13名是女性。
Jobs with state-owned companies are popular with Chinese women because at lower levels these are relatively comfortable places to work, with shorter and more predictable hours than in the private sector. But attitudes remain highly conservative and very few women are found in the upper echelons. Wendy (not her real name), a well-qualified woman in her 40s with an MBA, holds down a senior job at China National Petroleum Corporation, the country’s largest integrated oil and gas company, but complains that women suffer from discrimination both in her company and her industry. She has had to do a lot of travelling to places like Libya, Sudan and Pakistan and blames her recent divorce on the demands of the job. “You have to give up a lot” to maintain your position at work in a company like hers, she says. After her divorce she applied for a lower-level post with less punishing hours so she could spend more time with her 12-year-old daughter. But she is already studying for her next qualification and plans to go back on the fast track once her daughter is older so she can send her to study in Britain. “Chinese women have a very difficult life,” she says.国有企业的基层岗位与私营企业相比，工作时间较短也较为固定，这些相对舒适的工作岗位很受中国女性的青睐。