商务英语翻译测试题与答案
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I. Translate the following sentences paying attention to the meanings of words italicized.(15%)
1. The above quoted are the articles in great demand, which have won a high reputation in various markets.
2. The articles in this
agreement must not be modified and ended without the agreement by the both parties. 3. However, the tariff should not be greater in amount than the margin of price caused by dumping.
4. As usual, the lion’s share of the budget is
for defense.
5. He once again imparted to us his great knowledge, experience and wisdom.
II. Translate the following sentences with extension.(15%) 1. There is a mixture of the tiger and ape in the
character of Hitler.
2.China, which posted its highest growth rate in a decade, is Asia’s new star performer.
3. John took to his studies eagerly, and proved an adept pupil.
4. I have no head for mathematics.
5. This would lead to a
countdown in Afghanistan.
III. Translate the following sentences with conversion of part of speech if necessary.(20%)
1. All international disputes must be settled through
negotiations and the avoidance of any armed conflicts.
2. I’ll do it now before
I forget it.
3. One of our ways for getting heat is burning fuels.
4. The oil in the tank has been up.
5. Doctors have said
that they are not sure they can save his life.
6. The maiden voyage of the newly-built steamship was a success.
7. The buildings around are mostly of modern construction.
8. All peace-loving people demand the
complete prohibition and thorough destruction of nuclear weapons.
9. This communication system is chiefly characterized by its simplicity of operation.
10. Prices have reached rock bottom.
IV. Translate the following sentences with amplification or omission.(20%)
1. He was weak and old.
2. He was described as im pressed by Deng’s flexibility.
3. He dismissed the meeting without a
closing speech.
4. Long-stemmed models ankled through the lobby.
5. Yesterday evening I had seen her on her knees in front of the house.
6. Judges are supposed to treat every person equally before the law.
7. We have more water than earth on this globe.
8. We are here to add what we can to life, not to get what we can from it.
9. To learn is not an easy matter and to apply what one has learned is even harder.
10. The person in the picture is wrinkled and black, with scant gray hair.
V. Translate the following letter of promotion into Chinese.(30%)
Offer of a Quality Product Bamboo Carvings
Dear Sirs/ Madams,
We are very pleased to send you with this letter a copy of our catalogue for bamboo carvings. The high quality of our product is well-known and we are