08-09 B卷 口译理论与实践 期末考试 试卷 答案.doc

Interpretation Training Test Paper B (Tape script) Part A ( E-C) (50%) Directions: In this part of the test, you will hear two passages in English. Each passage consists of two paragraphs. After you have heard each paragraph, interpret it into Chinese. You may take notes while listening. Passage 1 (25%): It is an honor to participate in this conference on the strategic issues facing this wonderful and dynamic city and to speak on behalf of General Motors. We recognize that China is one of the fastest growing economies in the world today. China is expected to become the second largest economy of the world in fifty years. Therefore, to be a viable player in the global marketplace, a company has to be in China. A foreign investor must have a strategic plan and the willingness to form a long-term partnership with China. On a foundation of seeking a win-win situation for both China and GM, we have developed a strategic roadmap based on mutual benefit and sustainable development. Passage 2 (25%): Australia is an exceptionally beautiful country. This is the world’s smallest continent and yet the largest island. Here tourists will witness with admiration a variety of astonishing environments, from tropical beaches to white snow covered fields, from vast deserts to rain forests. Tourists will also admire a wide array of unique and intriguing animals and plants and sunny and comfortable climate. They will meet interesting, cosmopolitan and friendly people there. From the tourist’s viewpoint, Australia is one of the world’s most attractive lands. Part B ( C-E) (50%) Directions: In this part of the test, you will hear two passages in Chinese. Each passage consists of two paragraphs. After you have heard each paragraph, interpret it into English. You may take notes while listening. Passage 1 (25%): 亚太经合组织是本地区最有影响的经济论坛，也是世界上最具活力的经济合作组织之一。我们认为“亚太经合组织方式”符合本地区的实际，有利于各成员的不同利益和要求得到较好的平衡，有助于发挥各成员的能力，促进共同发展。 经济技术合作和贸易投资自由化是紧密结合的，应该相互促进。当代科学技术的迅猛发展，已经成为推动生产力发展最有决定意义的因素，对世界经济和社会生活产生了深刻的