In spite of these differences, they have also many common interests, which can be promoted by improved relations.//
Although our trade relations sometimes is a source of disputes and misunderstandings, trade also can provide a link to establish improved economic conditions and increased good will between our two countries.//
As this relationship is developed on the basis of equality and mutual benefit, the people of both nations should prosper.
Part B
Directions: In this part of the test, you will hear 2 passages in Chinese. After you have heard each passage, interpret it into English. Start interpreting at the signal?and stop it at the signal?you may take notes while you’re listening. Remember you will hear the passages only once. Now, let’s begin Part B with the first passage.
Passage 1:
上星期三，古文明研究中心举办了一次国际研讨会，一百多名中外学者会聚一堂，讨论古代中华文明的发源和早期发展。//
这次国际研讨会旨在追溯中国夏期之前的历史。夏朝被认为是中国历史上的第一个朝代。//
学者们认为，中华文明持续发展五千年而从未中断，这样的古文明在世界上绝无仅有。//
古中华文明的起源和发展过程是考古学家和历史学家探索的重要课题。同时，他们也对古中华文明的内容和机制予以极大的关注。
Passage 2:
作为第三产业的重要组成部分，旅游业的发展需要良好的经济环境、城市环境、人文环境和生态环境。//
近几年来，昆山市通过创建国家卫生城市、环保模范城市等一系列活动，城乡环境大大改善。//
现在，昆山市又在积极争创中国优秀旅游城市，进一步完善城市旅游功能，提高旅游服务水平。//
古老而美丽的小城昆山将以开放的姿态迎接八方来客，崛起的昆山旅游业将以崭新的姿态走向可持续发展的充满希望的未来。
B卷
口语题
Directions: Talk on the following topic for at least 5 minutes. Be sure to make your point clear and supporting details adequate. You should also be ready to answer any questions raised by the examiners during your talk. You need to have your name and registration number recorded. Start your talk with “My name is?” “My registration number is?”.
Topic: Studying abroad: Do you consider this “brain drain” or “talent development”?
Questions for Reference: 1. Should Chinese students study abroad? What can they learn in universities and
colleges abroad?
2. As more and more Chinese students choose to study abroad, some people hold that
our country is losing talents needed for our social and economic development.
Do you agree with this assertion? Why or why not?
3. Others argue that those Chinese students trained overseas will contribute more
to our country if they return home. What do you think the returned students can do to contribute to our motherland?
口译题 Part A
Directions: In this part of the test, you will hear 2 passages in English. After you have heard each paragraph, interpret it into Chinese. Start interpreting at the signal?and stop it at the signal? You may take notes while you are listening. Remember you will hear the passages only once. Now let’s begin Part A with the first passage.
Passage 1:
The United States is a country driven by automobiles. Americans are actually a people living on wheels who like to do business without leaving their cars.// Wherever you go, you’ll see drive-in banks, drive-in-restaurants, drive-in churches and drive-in movies.//
When you drive in the U.S., you should note that the speed limit on the state or federal expressway is 55 miles per hour, and there is a minimum speed of 40 miles per hour.//
This country has the most developed car rental industry in the world. Largest American car rental companies have offices all over the U.S., with counters at most airports and in many international cities.
Passage 2:
After a difficult period in relations between the United States and China, economic relations are certain to improve.// Today, American businessmen are eager to learn more about trade and investment opportunities in China, especially after its accession to the WTO.// Many American businessmen and their lawyers now understand that they must study the laws, trade practices, and culture of China in order to be more effective in doing business with their partners.//
Americans also can share with Chinese trading partners certain experience and information that may be helpful in creating better trade relations between our two countries.
Part B
Directions: In this part of the test, you will hear 2 passages in Chinese. After you have heard each passage, interpret in into English. Start interpreting at the signal?and stop it at the signal?you may take notes while you’re listening. Remember you will hear the passages only once. Now, let’s begin Part B with the first passage.
Passage 1:
阳朔是个小镇，人口不足三万。它极负盛名，每年有成千上万的游客趋之若鹜，从世界各地涌来。//
1998年美国总统比尔·克林顿来到这里，面对美不胜收的景致，不忍匆匆离去，以至推迟其香港之行。//
阳朔最吸引人的地方就是板石街，又名“西洋街”。该街总长一千米，有一千四百一十年的历史。//
街道两旁有数百家商店，主要出售外国人喜欢的仿古制品和纪念品。徜徉小街，游人会惊喜地发现在这里东西方文明是如此的水乳交融。
Passage 2:
随着改革开放的进一步深入，世界环球媒体巨头蜂拥至中国。至今，几乎所有主要环球媒体集团已经进驻中国市场。//
美国有线新闻网在香港成立了自己的节目制作中心；该新闻公司已将凤凰卫视频道引进中国内地。//
根据中国对世贸组织的承诺，非新闻类外国节目将最终被允许在国内播出。//
人们对环球媒体巨头在中国拓展业务极为关注。这不仅关系到国内媒体事业的发展，对整个新闻氛围和舆论导向也将产生一定的影响。
上海市英语中级口译资格证书第二阶段考试（试卷十一）
A卷
口语题
Directions: Talk on the following topic for at least 5 minutes. Be sure to make your points clear and supporting details adequate. You should also be ready to answer any questions raised by the examiners during your talk. You need to have your name and registration number recorded. Start your talk with “My name is?, “ “My registration number is?”.
Topic: Internet changes young people’s life
Questions for Reference: 1. What do you know about the Internet? What is your, or your friends’,
experiences with the Internet?
2. What are the advantages and / or disadvantages of young people’s access to
the Internet?
3. What would you like most when you are surfing on the Internet web-sites, e.g.
yahoo, Shanghai online, sohu, sinaor eastday dot com.?
口译题 Part A
Directions: In this part of the test, you will hear 2 passages in English. After you have heard each passage, interpret it into Chinese. Start interpreting at the signal?and stop it at the signal?You may take notes while you are listening. Remember you will hear the passages only once. Now let’s begin Part A with the first passage. Passage 1:
The United States has the most developed car rental industry in the world. Largest American car rental companies have offices all over the U.S., with counters at most airports and in many international cities.//
In order to rent a car, you have to have an international credit card, such as MasterCard, Visa, or American Express. Without a credit card you many have to pay a very high deposit on the car.// There are different ways to get from city to city without a car. In some places, you can take Amtrak, the national passenger rail service, or Greyhound, which is the largest long distance coach company.//
There are also shuttle and commuter flights between some major cities that are close to each other.
Passage 2:
Thank you, Mr. Deputy mayor, for your warm remarks. Now I should like to offer a few of my own on behalf of the Johnson Corporation.// I want to assure you that we will do our best to develop a long-term cooperation with the banks, corporations and enterprises in Shanghai.//
The Johnson Corporation is a capital-based lending corporation. We mainly offer loans to developing countries and have business relations with many countries in the world.//
This year, we will lower borrowing rates and improve efficiency in order to further enhance business relations with developing countries, esp. with our partners in Shanghai.
Part B
Directions: In this part of the test, you will hear 2 passages in Chinese. After you have heard each passage, interpret it into English. Start interpreting at the signal?and stop it at the signal?you may take notes while you’re listening. Remember you will hear the passages only once. Now, let’s begin Part B with the first passage.
Passage 1:
松江大学城作为本市最大的大学社区，于昨日正式启用，迎接来自上海外国语大学、上海外贸学院及立信会计学院三年高校的5500名新生。//
该大学城占地306公顷，其中240公顷用于教室等各类教学设施，其他用于寝室、食堂和商店。整座大学城的建成将耗资25亿人民币。//
松江大学城的建立，旨在使大学生得到全面、健康的发展，即每个学生都得以在德、智、体、美各个方面有所提高。//
按计划，今年年底松江大学城将完成一批大型体育综合设施——包括运动场和体育馆。据市教育部门的官员说，这些设施能承担国际性的比赛。
Passage 2:
面试是否要“克隆人”这一难题，以下这些人对此表示支持。首先是一部分科学家，他们雄心勃勃想成为开启人类再生历史新篇章的先锋。//
其次是一些企业总裁，尤其是资金雄厚的医药公司。克隆人所能带来的巨大潜在利润吸引着他们。//
还有“一小撮”别有用心的人或公开或暗地里支持克隆人。这包括那些意欲控制世界的疯狂的政治家和恐怖分子。//
另外，对无生育能力或失去孩子并且无法再有孩子的夫妇来说，克隆似乎是一个好主意。
B卷
口语题
Directions: Talk on the following topic for at least 5 minutes. Be sure to make your point clear and supporting details adequate. You should also be ready to answer any questions raised by the examiners during your talk. You need to have your name and registration number recorded. Start your talk with “My name is?” “My registration number is?”.
Topic: The current job market situation for college graduates
Questions for Reference:
1. It seems more and more difficult for college graduates to find jobs. How would
you account for this phenomenon? What possible solutions could you offer? 2. If you were a graduating university student, what would you do to prepare
yourself for the changing job market?
3. Imagine that you are unable to find a job or out of job for a time after
graduation, what will you do?
口译题 Part A
Directions: In this part of the test, you will hear 2 passages in English. After you have heard each paragraph, interpret it into Chinese. Start interpreting at the signal?and stop it at the signal? You may take notes while you are listening. Remember you will hear the passages only once. Now let’s begin Part A with the first passage.
Passage 1:
I have a special regard and personal friendship for the people of Shanghai. This city is an old and nostalgic home for me.//
During my stay here 12 years ago I spent a great deal of memorable time with the people here—working, shopping, sightseeing, and touring the city on my bicycle.//
While we recognize the many differences between us, I believe our differences are greatly overshadowed by the common interests which bind us and strengthen our relationship.//
As a former U.S. government official and now a private citizen, I recognize that many of the burdens and opportunities of our relationship have now passed to the non-governmental sectors of our two countries.
Passage 2:
Much business in the United States is conducted on the telephone. The average businessman spends much of his time on the telephone making business contacts.// He also likes to introduce his company or product, negotiating trade contracts, and carrying out other business over the phone.//
However, it usually will not be convenient to make initial contracts between Chinese and U.S. businesses by telephone.//
Not only is the distance and expense great, but also the language differences may create a problem unless the parties have had some prior business dealings.
Part B
Directions: In this part of the test, you will hear 2 passages in Chinese. After you have heard each passage, interpret in into English. Start interpreting at the signal?and stop it at the signal?you may take notes while you’re listening. Remember you will hear the passages only once. Now, let’s begin Part B with the first passage.
Passage 1:
泰山，古称岱山，位于山东中部，海拔1545米，占地426平方公里，系我国五岳之首。//
千百年来，泰山以其壮丽的景色，吸引了海内外无数游客。据地质学家调研认为，泰山成山最早，距今约有25亿年。//
如今，泰山名胜古迹众多。泰山上的岱庙，同山东曲阜孔庙一样，是海内外游客的必