101. Effluent discharges of industrial wastewater and raw sewage into rivers , lakes and inshore coastal areas have not only adversely affected marine life and aquatic resources , but have also jeopardized one of the major necessities for sustaining life—Potable Water .工業(yè)廢水和原污水排放入河流、湖泊和近海岸區(qū)域不僅給海洋生物和水生資源帶來了負面影響，而且也破壞了維持生命的主要必需品之一——飲用水。
102. It will have a direct bearing on the matter under discussion .這將和正在討論的問題有直接關系。
103. Rapid economic growth may lead to an overextension of resources and lead to an eventual catastrophic meltdown .經濟迅速增長可能導致過度使用資源，并引起終巨大的災難。
104. The immediate results of economic growth have created the illusion of unending prosperity . The best approach at this particular time is to perhaps err on the side of caution .經濟增長的直接結果是造成了關于無止境繁榮的幻想。現(xiàn)在這個特定時刻好的辦法也許是慎之又慎。
105. The benefits of technology are undeniable . Nonetheless , the fact that technology often negates the need for human beings in the workplace deserves careful consideration and retraining programs for affected individuals must be introduced .技術的好處不容否認。然而，技術經常否認工作場所需要人類，這一點值得仔細考慮，而且，為受到影響的個人推出再培訓項目是必需的。
106. The lack of faith in government is the direct result of the prevailing distrust of politicians .對政府缺乏信心是普遍存在的對政府官員的不信任直接造成的。
107. The advantages of harmonious relations far outweigh the disadvantages of confrontation .和諧關系的好處遠遠大于沖突的壞處。
108. Independence offers many advantages , the first and foremost of which is self-determination .獨立帶來很多好處，首先也是重要的是自決。
109. The contrast between right and wrong is highlighted by the benefits accruing from the former .由于正確而得到的好處更加強調了正誤的對比。
110. The most striking conclusion that can be reached when weighing the advantages and disadvantages of the market economy is quite frankly prosperity .很坦率地說，在權衡市場經濟的利弊時能得出的顯著的結論是繁榮。
111. The ridiculous amount of money some countries spend on military hardware is absurd when considering the number of people starving in many developing countries .考慮到一些發(fā)展中國家挨餓的人的數(shù)量，一些國家把大量資金花費在重型軍事裝備上顯得很荒謬。
112. The loss of perquisites enjoyed by government officials and business executives pales in comparison to the plight of refugees in many war-torn countries .與許多飽受戰(zhàn)爭創(chuàng)傷的國家的難民所處的困境相比，政府官員和商業(yè)管理者失去所享受的特權就相形見絀了。
113. While the long-term problem of global warming is indeed serious , its significance diminishes somewhat when considering immediate problems such as rapid environmental deterioration and the rampant misuse and abuse of nonrenewable resources .雖然全球變暖這一長期的問題確實很嚴重，但考慮到諸如環(huán)境的迅速惡化和不可更新資源的普遍濫用等當前的問題，它的重要性就有所降低了。
114. Owning a car might be preferable to owning a bicycle , but the problems associated with owning the former far outweigh those of the latter . For one thing , automobiles are exponentially more expensive and require greater maintenance . For another , bicycles don't pollute .與擁有一輛自行車相比，人們更愿意擁有一輛汽車，但擁有后者涉及的問題遠遠超過前者。原因之一，汽車昂貴很多，需要更多的維護。原因之二，自行車不會引起污染。
115. The advantages of family planning more than compensate for the disadvantages .計劃生育的好處不僅僅彌補了它的害處。
116. Claims of gender equality are laced with contradictions . The principal fallacy centers on the workplace and concept of equal pay for equal work . Another , but no less important , aspect revolves around the entry of women into top management positions .性別平等的呼聲中有少量自相矛盾的內容。大的謬誤在于工作場所和同工同酬的概念。另一個同樣重要的方面與女性進入高管理職位緊密相關。
117. Both limitations and problems will quite likely be encountered during the ongoing transition to the market economy . For one thing , urgent measures are required to resolve problems involving state-owned enterprises . Another thorny issue involves controlling inflation in the face of emerging market forces .正在進行的市場經濟的轉型很有可能將遇到限制和問題.一方面,需要緊要方法解決涉及國有企業(yè)的問題.另一棘手的問題涉及在市場力量形成的同時控制通貨膨脹.
118. Will the Three Gorges Project prove to be a monumental achievement or nothing more than a giant fiasco ? Opposition voices point to drawbacks such as the massive cost of the project , the need to relocate millions of local residents and destruction of the unique natural environment . Supporters , on the other hand , contend that the advantages—i.e. improved flood control , increased power generation capacity and desirable impact on economic development in related areas —will far outweigh the disadvantages . Time will tell and history will judge the wisdom of the project .三峽工程將成為極大的成功或只是徹底的失??？反對意見指出了諸如工程的巨額成本，數(shù)百萬當?shù)鼐用竦闹匦掳仓靡约蔼毺氐淖匀画h(huán)境的破壞等障礙。另一方面，支持者認為它的好處，例如對洪水控制的改善、發(fā)電能力的提高和對相關地區(qū)經濟發(fā)展的影響將遠遠超過它壞處。至于建設這個工程明智與否，時間會告訴我們，歷史會做出判斷。
119. Nothing approaches the love of a mother for her child .沒有東西可以和母愛相比。
120. Few scientific and technological achievements equal the success of landing men on the moon .幾乎沒有科技成就能與人類成功登陸月球同日而語。
121. A question begging an answer centers on whether violence is more directly related to the innate characteristic of human being , or whether it is simply a manifestation of the ills of society . Determining the answer will be far from an easy proposition , but is nonetheless one that deserves careful and deliberate consideration .需要回答的一個問題是：暴力與人類的天性聯(lián)系更直接還是僅僅是社會惡習的體現(xiàn)？做出回答遠非易事，而是值得仔細而審慎地考慮的事情。
122. From the standpoint of success , a good work ethic is no less important than an education . Success does , in fact ,depend on the total integration of both aspects .從成功的角度來說，良好的職業(yè)道德與教育同等重要。事實上，成功的確建立在兩方面完全融合的基礎上。
123. The growing trend for wives to work outside the home even when their husbands are present and employed is in part a sharing of the financial burden with the husband , and in part a reflection of the need these women feel to have a measurable sense of personal worth .越來越多的妻子到外面工作，甚至和她們的丈夫再一起工作，一方面是為了和丈夫共同承擔經濟重擔，一方面反映了女性感到需要有可衡量的個人價值。
124. Just as honor is a prerequisite for respectability , so is unblemished character a barometer of integrity .正如聲譽是可敬的前提條件，無暇疵的品格是正直的晴雨表。
125. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder and the same is true for both the appreciation of art and music .美在觀察者的眼中，美術和音樂的欣賞也是如此。
126. The direct correlation between self-esteem and success also applies to one's ability to achieve .自尊和成功的直接聯(lián)系也適用于一個人取得成就的能力。
127. Improving the plight of teachers is indeed a priority item . However , improving the overall education system is likewise no less important .改善教師的困難處境的確是優(yōu)先處理的一件事情。但是，改進整個教育系統(tǒng)同等重要。
128. China and United States share many things in common . Firstly , both are major world powers . Secondly , the two nations offer mutually beneficial factors for development—China with its vast potential market and labor force , and the U.S. with its advanced technology and management expertise .中國和美國有許多共同之處。首先，兩個都是世界主要強國。第二，兩個國家相互提供發(fā)展的有利因素——中國擁有巨大的潛在市場和勞動力，美國擁有先進的技術和專業(yè)的管理知識。
129. The shaky truce in the Middle East bears little resemblance to the realization of ultimate peace .中東不可靠的休戰(zhàn)與終實現(xiàn)和平的相似性很小。
130. Idleness spawns discontent , whereas overwork leads to mental and physical exhaustion .懶惰滋生不滿，而過度工作導致精神和身體的疲勞。
131. Large and small enterprises differ in that the former usually involves conglomerates and the latter private individuals .大企業(yè)和小企業(yè)的區(qū)別在于前者通常涉及聯(lián)合大企業(yè)，后者涉及私營的個人。
132. Both automobiles and bicycles offer a convenient means of public conveyance , with one of the marked differences between the two centered on pollution caused by the former .汽車和自行車都提供公共運輸?shù)谋憷绞?，兩者的顯著區(qū)別之一在于前者引起污染。
133. Alcohol and tobacco are both highly addictive substances . However , unlike tobacco , which is known to cause cancer , studies indicate that alcohol does offer some health benefits when consumed in moderation .酒和煙都是很容易上癮的東西。但是，研究顯示，與公認為引起癌癥的煙不同，酒如果適量飲用確實對健康有益。
134. One man's treasure is another man's junk .一個人的寶貝對于另一個人來說是垃圾。
135. AIDS is no longer one of the Top 10 American killers , but the same cannot be said for many countries .艾滋病不再是美國的十大殺手之一，但許多國家的情況并非如此。
136. Individualism was unheard of a short 30-odd years ago during the tumultuous Cultural Revolution . Things have changed today , however ,with color returning to the streets of Chinese streets , people gaining a greater degree of self-determination and reform yielding monumental changes in traditional practices .人們在三十多年前混亂的文化*時期沒有聽說過個人主義。然而，今天的情況不同了，中國的街道上又恢復了色彩，人們獲得了更大的自主，改革帶來了傳統(tǒng)方式的巨變。
137. Social inequities of the past are rapidly giving way to expanded social consciousness .過去社會的不公平正在被擴大的社會覺悟迅速取代。
138. Many claim that the world's highly developed countries bear sole responsibility for the plight of less-developed nations . I seriously doubt their contentions will bear the brunt of close scrutiny .許多人聲稱世界上發(fā)達的國家應該對欠發(fā)達國家的困境承擔全權責任。我非常懷疑他們的觀點能經受住仔細審查的沖擊。
139. Although media reports expound on the volume of scientific and technological achievements , recent surveys indicate that the rapidity of transforming same into productive forces leaves much to be desired .雖然媒體詳細報道大量的科技成就，但是，近的調查顯示，把它們迅速轉化為生產力還需要做出很多努力。
140. The popular belief in the invincibility of man is constantly rebuked by revaluations of man's fallibility .認為人類無敵的普遍看法經常遭到重新評價人類易犯錯誤的特點的非難。
141. While the inclination to procrastinate is common , one must fully consider the detrimental impact of unnecessary delays .雖然拖延的傾向是普遍的，但是人們應該充分考慮到不必要的延誤造成的有害影響。
142. The tendency to take things for granted is understandable , but the need for one to rationally evaluate the circumstances of any situation is absolutely essential .想當然的傾向是可以理解的，但是，理智地估計任何情形的情況是完全必需的。
143. Most people are under the illusion that a college degree guarantees success . There is no such guarantee without hard work .許多人錯誤地認為大學學位能保證成功。不努力工作就沒有這樣的保證。
144. Some stubbornly hold to the correctness of traditional practices , but in so doing they seem to totally ignore the fact that progress depends on change .一些人固執(zhí)地堅持傳統(tǒng)做法的正確性，但是，他們這么做，似乎完全忽視了進步依靠變化的事實。
145. Generally speaking , previous parliamentary policy debates ignored the relevance of transparency .總的來說，以前議會中針對政策的辯論忽視了透明度的重要性。
146. A precise definition of poverty is actually very difficult to determine . Where does one draw the line between those who are poor and those who are not ?對貧困的精確定義實際上是很難的。如何在貧窮和非貧窮的人之間劃一條界限呢？
147. Admittedly , bribery and corruption are endemic to our political and economic systems , but it doesn't necessarily follow that all politicians and business people resort to illicit behavior .誠然，賄賂和腐敗在我們的政治和經濟系統(tǒng)中很流行，但這并不是說所有的政府官員和商界人士都采取違法行為。
148. There's little doubt that a third World War is avoidable , but it is highly unlikely that regional conflicts will disappear in the foreseeable future .毫無疑問，第三次世界大戰(zhàn)是可以避免的，但是，在可預見的將來地區(qū)沖突消失是非常不可能的。
149. Some people assume that investing in stock is a safe pursuit , but their assumption fails to hold water when considering the substantial risk involved .有的人想當然地認為投資股票是有把握的事情，但是，考慮到涉及的巨大風險，他們的想當然就說不通了。
150. Some people have called for accelerated across-the-board changes . Their approach quite frankly ignores the need for gradual but effective changes .一些人要求更快速的全盤改變。他們的做法的確忽略了漸進而有效的改變的必要性
151. There is undoubtedly an element of truth in assertions that capital punishment is necessary , but proponents seem to ignore the fact that the practice has failed to deter heinous crimes .毫無疑問，主張極刑的必要性有正確的成分，但是，支持者似乎忽略了這種做法不能阻止令人發(fā)指的罪行這一事實。
152. Many people assume that the extinction of a plant or animal species is of little consequence . Careful examination , however , reveals that the extinction of any one species disrupts the food chain , and the loss of a plant species leads to the disappearance of a key ingredient which might yield a cure for cancer .許多人想當然地認為一種植物或動物的滅絕產生的后果很小。然而，仔細的考察揭示出任何一個物種的滅絕會破壞食物鏈，一種植物的消失造成有可能生成治療癌癥的藥物的關鍵成分的缺失。
153. At first glance , the characteristics of Bugs BUnny seem comical . However , a closer examination reveals the cartoon character never creates a problem , and instead simply hopes for quiet and peaceful life . This suggests that cartoons most often teach children the difference between good and evil .乍一看，流氓兔的性格似乎滑稽。然而，仔細觀察發(fā)現(xiàn)這個卡通人物從不制造麻煩，相反，它只希望過安靜平和的生活。這說明卡通在大多數(shù)情況下教授給兒童好與壞之間的區(qū)別。
154. Logically , calls for a New World Order sound valid , and I whole-heartedly agree with some points , but the absurdity arises when considering that the world's 200-odd nations have diverse agendas when it comes to development and diplomacy .從邏輯而言，要求形成新的世界秩序聽似正確，而且我真心實意地同意一些觀點，但是，考慮到世界上二百余個國家在發(fā)展和外交上有不同的議事日程，這種要求就顯得荒謬了。
155. In spite of claims to the contrary , it is common knowledge that corporal punishment most often has the exact opposite affect intended .盡管有相反的主張，但是大家都知道體法在多數(shù)情況下產生適得其反的效果。
156. We were brought up to believe that the role of a man was to provide and the role of a woman was to care for the household and family . Today , however , role reversal is becoming increasingly commonplace .我們從小就相信男人的角色市提供生活所需，女人的角色是照顧家庭和子女。然而，今天，角色的互換變得越來越普遍。
157. Some people tend to tenaciously cling to the misguided concept of racial superiority . Their persistence in doing so , however , does readily reveal the inferior mentality and social incompatibility of certain human beings .一些人頑強地堅持種族優(yōu)越性的錯誤觀點。然而，他們堅持這樣做正揭示了某些人自卑的心理和社會對立性。
158. Some people claim the efficacy of traditional Chinese medicine （ TCM ） far exceeds that of Western-style pharmaceuticals . More often than not , however , the exact opposite is true .有的人聲稱中藥的功效遠遠好于西藥。但是，通常情況下，事實正好相反。
159. Workers commonly complain that causes for labor disputes rest solely on the shoulders of management . Quite likely the opposite is true .工人經常抱怨勞資糾紛的責任完全在管理者的肩上。很可能正好相反。
160. There are those who claim that competition brings out the best in people . Others contend it simply forces one person to prove he/she is better than another . Advocates vociferously support one position or the other . I suggest the former proposition bears greater relevance than the latter .有些人認為競爭促使人們發(fā)揮出優(yōu)秀的東西。另一些人認為它只是強迫一個人證明他/她比別人更優(yōu)秀。提倡者叫囂著支持其中的一個立場。我認為前一個立場比后一個立場更恰當。
161. Claiming something is true misses the point , while presenting verifiable fact proves its correctness .聲稱某樣東西是正確的沒有什么意義，而提出可以證實的事實能證明它的正確性。
162. Suggesting that one thing …… is better than another thing …… bears no more significance than insinuating that black is better than white .暗示一件東西比另一件東西更好比旁敲側擊地說黑比白好并沒有更大的意義。
163. Ignoring cause and effect is exactly the same thing as failing to look both ways when crossing a busy intersection .忽略因果就相當于橫穿繁忙的十字路口時沒有朝兩邊看。
164. One who advocates the rights of homosexuals should not be surprised by the belligerent stance of opposition forces .主張同性戀者的權利的人對反對力量的好戰(zhàn)姿態(tài)不應感到奇怪。
165. The greatest problem with political and religious zealots is their total inability to consider the views of others .政治和宗教狂熱者的大問題在于他們完全不能考慮別人的觀點。
166. The basic stumbling block to global peace rests with the self-serving ambitions of many nations .全世界和平的基本障礙物在于許多國家謀私利的野心。
167. The overemphasis on one particular aspect of a problem often obscures the relevance of other issues .過分強調問題的一個方面經常掩蓋了其他方面的相關性。
168. Any presumption that smoking is in anyway beneficial is totally preposterous .任何對抽煙不管怎樣是有益的假設都是完全荒謬的。
169. The fallacies of many arguments are quite obvious .許多論證的推論錯誤是相當明顯的。
170. Arbitrarily dismissing the direct link between increasing sexual promiscuity and the rapid spread of sexually transmitted diseases would be foolhardy . An even more foolish mistake would center on denying the need for extensive sex education programs worldwide .武斷地無視性亂行為的增多和性傳播疾病的迅速蔓延之間的直接聯(lián)系是魯莽的。一個更愚蠢的錯誤是否認在世界范圍內開展廣泛的性教育項目的必要性。
171. There is absolutely no reason for us to believe that a brighter future for the world is an impossibility .我們絲毫沒有理由相信，世界不可能會有一個更光明的未來。
172. Meteorologists offer computer models leaving little doubt that this year's El Nino phenomenon has disappeared .氣象學家提供計算機模型，充分證明今年的厄爾尼諾現(xiàn)象已經消失了。
173. Facts prove the unjustifiability of claims that China will be unable to feed itself by the year 2020 .事實證明：斷言中國到2020年將不可能養(yǎng)活自己是不合道理的。
174. Previous explanations of the rising divorce rate in China are simply untenable . The fact is that many marriages were simply based on convenience and wives are no longer willing to accept the abusive domineering attitudes of husbands .以前對中國離婚率升高的解釋是完全站不住腳的。事實是許多婚姻僅僅建立在便利的基礎上，而且妻子不再愿意接受丈夫作威作福的態(tài)度。
175. Claim that entering the Chinese market offers foreign companies an immediate road to profits are grossly misstated and have been proven wrong time and again . The key to entering China rests with the phraseology " vast potential market " , and how long one is willing to wait for returns .聲稱進入中國市場會給外國公司帶來立即獲利的途徑是非常錯誤的，事實已經次地證明了這一點。進入中國的關鍵在于“廣闊的潛在市場”這一說法以及為了回報愿意等待多久。
176. Parents are not wrong in enforcing good study habits , but they must not do so at the expense of stifling normal child development .家長把好的學習習慣強加給孩子沒有錯，但是，他們這么做不能以抑制兒童的正常發(fā)展為代價。
177. It is quite reasonable to assume that modern science and technology （ S&T ） will continue to advance . It is no less reasonable to believe that S&T will radically improve the way we live . However , the same reasoning cannot be applied to improving social interaction .假定現(xiàn)代科學技術將繼續(xù)進步是很有道理的。相信科技會大幅度地改變我們的生活方式也是同樣有道理的。然而，同樣的邏輯不能用于改善社會上的相互作用。
178. Belief in the wonders of modern medical science is quite understandable . It is also quite possible that our faith in the ability of scientists to find the key for prolonging life are well-founded . Yet , the wisdom of prolonging life remains in question when considering the already massive global population and projected future growth .相信現(xiàn)代醫(yī)學的奇跡是可以理解的。很有可能我們相信科學家能夠找到延長生命的關鍵也是有根據(jù)的。但是，考慮到已經非常龐大的世界人口和預計的未來的增長，延長生命是否明智仍有疑問。
179. It is one thing to support euthanasia , but quite another to offer any justification for genocide .支持安樂死是一回事，為種族滅絕提供正當?shù)睦碛墒橇硪换厥隆?BR> 180. Claiming the need for censorship is one thing , but rationally proving its redeeming values represents a quite different issue .主張審查制度的必要性是一回事，理智地證明它的可取之處是完全不同的另一回事。
181. Chances are that man will eventually land on Mars .人類有可能終登陸火星。
182. The likelihood for peace in the Middle East remains questionable .中東和平的可能性仍讓人懷疑。
183. The necessity for nuclear nonproliferation seems clear .防止核擴散的必要性似乎清清楚楚。
184. It is perhaps more accurate to consider the family as a blanket of security , rather than a cloak of bondage .把家庭看作保護安全的毯子可能比把它看做束縛的斗篷更確切。
185. While generalizations are dangerous , it is quite safe to present solid evidence .抽象概括是危險的,但是,提供確鑿的證據(jù)是萬無一失的。
186. It seems almost certain that China will achieve this year's economic growth targets .中國將完成今年經濟增長的目標似乎是毫無疑問的。
187. Reaching this year's growth targets is almost a certainty .達到今年的增長目標幾乎是必然的。
188. The urgency of the situation makes it necessary to reiterate the monumental problems of population growth .情況的緊迫性使我們有必要重申人口增長的重大問題。
189. A recent study revealed the surprising fact that many students pass examinations by relying on nothing more than rote memorization . It is horrifying to think that students graduate without a thorough understanding of the subject matter .近的一項研究顯示了一個令人驚訝的事實：許多學生僅僅依靠死記硬背通過考試。想到學生對主題沒有透徹地理解就畢業(yè)了是令人震驚的。
190. Needless to say , advertising sells products . Where would we be without it ? Shelves would be empty , consumers would have few choices and products information would disappear .毋庸諱言，廣告推銷產品。沒有它，情況將會怎樣？貨架將空空如也，消費者的選擇將減少，產品的信息將消失。
191. The plain truth is that people are most often self-centered .明顯的事實是人經常是以自我為中心的。
192. There's little wonder why young people often find it difficult to find an appropriate role model . No wonder they drink , smoke , fright , carouse and otherwise engage in inappropriate social behavior .年輕人發(fā)現(xiàn)很難找到合適的榜樣并不奇怪。難怪他們喝酒、抽煙、打架、狂歡作樂或者做出不當?shù)纳鐣e動。
193. It should come as no surprise to learn that many abused children become abusers later in life .發(fā)現(xiàn)很多受虐待的兒童后來虐待別人不應該感到奇怪。
194. There is probably a great deal of truth in the assertion that unecrupulous brokers are salivating at the thought of unsophisticated investors entering the securities market .斷言不道德的經紀人想到沒有經驗的投資者進入股票市場就垂涎三尺可能有一定的道理。
195. There's little doubt that China has spawned a new generation of " Little Emperors " , but the truth is that the fault rests with parents who " spare the rod to spoil the child " and not with children themselves .毫無疑問，中國產生了新一代“小皇帝”，但事實是責任在于“閑了棍子，慣了孩子”的家長，而不是孩子自己。
196. There's little justification for objections to sex education . In fact , even a minimal introduction to consequences of sexual interaction （ the bird's and bee's ） might have dramatically changed the lives of many people .反對性教育幾乎是沒有道理的。實際上，小限度的介紹性行為的后果（鳥和蜜蜂的）可能戲劇性地改變許多人的生活。
197. We can safely say that the world continues to turn and things have changed dramatically , but we can never claim the world is a safer place .我們可以穩(wěn)妥地說世界在繼續(xù)傳動，情況發(fā)生了巨大的變化，但是，我們永遠不能聲稱世界變得更加安全了。
198. We can say this and we can say that , but the most important thing is not to say , but instead to do .我們可以說這說那，但重要的事不是說，而是做。
199. Divided we fall , united we conquer . This does not mean that conquest is the goat , but instead that unified efforts yield positive results .分離就會垮臺，團結就能征服。這不是說征服是目的，而是說團結一致的努力會產生積極的結果。
200. Historically speaking , our ancestors placed great emphasis on filial piety .歷，我們的祖先很重視孝順。
102. It will have a direct bearing on the matter under discussion .這將和正在討論的問題有直接關系。
103. Rapid economic growth may lead to an overextension of resources and lead to an eventual catastrophic meltdown .經濟迅速增長可能導致過度使用資源，并引起終巨大的災難。
104. The immediate results of economic growth have created the illusion of unending prosperity . The best approach at this particular time is to perhaps err on the side of caution .經濟增長的直接結果是造成了關于無止境繁榮的幻想。現(xiàn)在這個特定時刻好的辦法也許是慎之又慎。
105. The benefits of technology are undeniable . Nonetheless , the fact that technology often negates the need for human beings in the workplace deserves careful consideration and retraining programs for affected individuals must be introduced .技術的好處不容否認。然而，技術經常否認工作場所需要人類，這一點值得仔細考慮，而且，為受到影響的個人推出再培訓項目是必需的。
106. The lack of faith in government is the direct result of the prevailing distrust of politicians .對政府缺乏信心是普遍存在的對政府官員的不信任直接造成的。
107. The advantages of harmonious relations far outweigh the disadvantages of confrontation .和諧關系的好處遠遠大于沖突的壞處。
108. Independence offers many advantages , the first and foremost of which is self-determination .獨立帶來很多好處，首先也是重要的是自決。
109. The contrast between right and wrong is highlighted by the benefits accruing from the former .由于正確而得到的好處更加強調了正誤的對比。
110. The most striking conclusion that can be reached when weighing the advantages and disadvantages of the market economy is quite frankly prosperity .很坦率地說，在權衡市場經濟的利弊時能得出的顯著的結論是繁榮。
111. The ridiculous amount of money some countries spend on military hardware is absurd when considering the number of people starving in many developing countries .考慮到一些發(fā)展中國家挨餓的人的數(shù)量，一些國家把大量資金花費在重型軍事裝備上顯得很荒謬。
112. The loss of perquisites enjoyed by government officials and business executives pales in comparison to the plight of refugees in many war-torn countries .與許多飽受戰(zhàn)爭創(chuàng)傷的國家的難民所處的困境相比，政府官員和商業(yè)管理者失去所享受的特權就相形見絀了。
113. While the long-term problem of global warming is indeed serious , its significance diminishes somewhat when considering immediate problems such as rapid environmental deterioration and the rampant misuse and abuse of nonrenewable resources .雖然全球變暖這一長期的問題確實很嚴重，但考慮到諸如環(huán)境的迅速惡化和不可更新資源的普遍濫用等當前的問題，它的重要性就有所降低了。
114. Owning a car might be preferable to owning a bicycle , but the problems associated with owning the former far outweigh those of the latter . For one thing , automobiles are exponentially more expensive and require greater maintenance . For another , bicycles don't pollute .與擁有一輛自行車相比，人們更愿意擁有一輛汽車，但擁有后者涉及的問題遠遠超過前者。原因之一，汽車昂貴很多，需要更多的維護。原因之二，自行車不會引起污染。
115. The advantages of family planning more than compensate for the disadvantages .計劃生育的好處不僅僅彌補了它的害處。
116. Claims of gender equality are laced with contradictions . The principal fallacy centers on the workplace and concept of equal pay for equal work . Another , but no less important , aspect revolves around the entry of women into top management positions .性別平等的呼聲中有少量自相矛盾的內容。大的謬誤在于工作場所和同工同酬的概念。另一個同樣重要的方面與女性進入高管理職位緊密相關。
117. Both limitations and problems will quite likely be encountered during the ongoing transition to the market economy . For one thing , urgent measures are required to resolve problems involving state-owned enterprises . Another thorny issue involves controlling inflation in the face of emerging market forces .正在進行的市場經濟的轉型很有可能將遇到限制和問題.一方面,需要緊要方法解決涉及國有企業(yè)的問題.另一棘手的問題涉及在市場力量形成的同時控制通貨膨脹.
118. Will the Three Gorges Project prove to be a monumental achievement or nothing more than a giant fiasco ? Opposition voices point to drawbacks such as the massive cost of the project , the need to relocate millions of local residents and destruction of the unique natural environment . Supporters , on the other hand , contend that the advantages—i.e. improved flood control , increased power generation capacity and desirable impact on economic development in related areas —will far outweigh the disadvantages . Time will tell and history will judge the wisdom of the project .三峽工程將成為極大的成功或只是徹底的失??？反對意見指出了諸如工程的巨額成本，數(shù)百萬當?shù)鼐用竦闹匦掳仓靡约蔼毺氐淖匀画h(huán)境的破壞等障礙。另一方面，支持者認為它的好處，例如對洪水控制的改善、發(fā)電能力的提高和對相關地區(qū)經濟發(fā)展的影響將遠遠超過它壞處。至于建設這個工程明智與否，時間會告訴我們，歷史會做出判斷。
119. Nothing approaches the love of a mother for her child .沒有東西可以和母愛相比。
120. Few scientific and technological achievements equal the success of landing men on the moon .幾乎沒有科技成就能與人類成功登陸月球同日而語。
121. A question begging an answer centers on whether violence is more directly related to the innate characteristic of human being , or whether it is simply a manifestation of the ills of society . Determining the answer will be far from an easy proposition , but is nonetheless one that deserves careful and deliberate consideration .需要回答的一個問題是：暴力與人類的天性聯(lián)系更直接還是僅僅是社會惡習的體現(xiàn)？做出回答遠非易事，而是值得仔細而審慎地考慮的事情。
122. From the standpoint of success , a good work ethic is no less important than an education . Success does , in fact ,depend on the total integration of both aspects .從成功的角度來說，良好的職業(yè)道德與教育同等重要。事實上，成功的確建立在兩方面完全融合的基礎上。
123. The growing trend for wives to work outside the home even when their husbands are present and employed is in part a sharing of the financial burden with the husband , and in part a reflection of the need these women feel to have a measurable sense of personal worth .越來越多的妻子到外面工作，甚至和她們的丈夫再一起工作，一方面是為了和丈夫共同承擔經濟重擔，一方面反映了女性感到需要有可衡量的個人價值。
124. Just as honor is a prerequisite for respectability , so is unblemished character a barometer of integrity .正如聲譽是可敬的前提條件，無暇疵的品格是正直的晴雨表。
125. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder and the same is true for both the appreciation of art and music .美在觀察者的眼中，美術和音樂的欣賞也是如此。
126. The direct correlation between self-esteem and success also applies to one's ability to achieve .自尊和成功的直接聯(lián)系也適用于一個人取得成就的能力。
127. Improving the plight of teachers is indeed a priority item . However , improving the overall education system is likewise no less important .改善教師的困難處境的確是優(yōu)先處理的一件事情。但是，改進整個教育系統(tǒng)同等重要。
128. China and United States share many things in common . Firstly , both are major world powers . Secondly , the two nations offer mutually beneficial factors for development—China with its vast potential market and labor force , and the U.S. with its advanced technology and management expertise .中國和美國有許多共同之處。首先，兩個都是世界主要強國。第二，兩個國家相互提供發(fā)展的有利因素——中國擁有巨大的潛在市場和勞動力，美國擁有先進的技術和專業(yè)的管理知識。
129. The shaky truce in the Middle East bears little resemblance to the realization of ultimate peace .中東不可靠的休戰(zhàn)與終實現(xiàn)和平的相似性很小。
130. Idleness spawns discontent , whereas overwork leads to mental and physical exhaustion .懶惰滋生不滿，而過度工作導致精神和身體的疲勞。
131. Large and small enterprises differ in that the former usually involves conglomerates and the latter private individuals .大企業(yè)和小企業(yè)的區(qū)別在于前者通常涉及聯(lián)合大企業(yè)，后者涉及私營的個人。
132. Both automobiles and bicycles offer a convenient means of public conveyance , with one of the marked differences between the two centered on pollution caused by the former .汽車和自行車都提供公共運輸?shù)谋憷绞?，兩者的顯著區(qū)別之一在于前者引起污染。
133. Alcohol and tobacco are both highly addictive substances . However , unlike tobacco , which is known to cause cancer , studies indicate that alcohol does offer some health benefits when consumed in moderation .酒和煙都是很容易上癮的東西。但是，研究顯示，與公認為引起癌癥的煙不同，酒如果適量飲用確實對健康有益。
134. One man's treasure is another man's junk .一個人的寶貝對于另一個人來說是垃圾。
135. AIDS is no longer one of the Top 10 American killers , but the same cannot be said for many countries .艾滋病不再是美國的十大殺手之一，但許多國家的情況并非如此。
136. Individualism was unheard of a short 30-odd years ago during the tumultuous Cultural Revolution . Things have changed today , however ,with color returning to the streets of Chinese streets , people gaining a greater degree of self-determination and reform yielding monumental changes in traditional practices .人們在三十多年前混亂的文化*時期沒有聽說過個人主義。然而，今天的情況不同了，中國的街道上又恢復了色彩，人們獲得了更大的自主，改革帶來了傳統(tǒng)方式的巨變。
137. Social inequities of the past are rapidly giving way to expanded social consciousness .過去社會的不公平正在被擴大的社會覺悟迅速取代。
138. Many claim that the world's highly developed countries bear sole responsibility for the plight of less-developed nations . I seriously doubt their contentions will bear the brunt of close scrutiny .許多人聲稱世界上發(fā)達的國家應該對欠發(fā)達國家的困境承擔全權責任。我非常懷疑他們的觀點能經受住仔細審查的沖擊。
139. Although media reports expound on the volume of scientific and technological achievements , recent surveys indicate that the rapidity of transforming same into productive forces leaves much to be desired .雖然媒體詳細報道大量的科技成就，但是，近的調查顯示，把它們迅速轉化為生產力還需要做出很多努力。
140. The popular belief in the invincibility of man is constantly rebuked by revaluations of man's fallibility .認為人類無敵的普遍看法經常遭到重新評價人類易犯錯誤的特點的非難。
141. While the inclination to procrastinate is common , one must fully consider the detrimental impact of unnecessary delays .雖然拖延的傾向是普遍的，但是人們應該充分考慮到不必要的延誤造成的有害影響。
142. The tendency to take things for granted is understandable , but the need for one to rationally evaluate the circumstances of any situation is absolutely essential .想當然的傾向是可以理解的，但是，理智地估計任何情形的情況是完全必需的。
143. Most people are under the illusion that a college degree guarantees success . There is no such guarantee without hard work .許多人錯誤地認為大學學位能保證成功。不努力工作就沒有這樣的保證。
144. Some stubbornly hold to the correctness of traditional practices , but in so doing they seem to totally ignore the fact that progress depends on change .一些人固執(zhí)地堅持傳統(tǒng)做法的正確性，但是，他們這么做，似乎完全忽視了進步依靠變化的事實。
145. Generally speaking , previous parliamentary policy debates ignored the relevance of transparency .總的來說，以前議會中針對政策的辯論忽視了透明度的重要性。
146. A precise definition of poverty is actually very difficult to determine . Where does one draw the line between those who are poor and those who are not ?對貧困的精確定義實際上是很難的。如何在貧窮和非貧窮的人之間劃一條界限呢？
147. Admittedly , bribery and corruption are endemic to our political and economic systems , but it doesn't necessarily follow that all politicians and business people resort to illicit behavior .誠然，賄賂和腐敗在我們的政治和經濟系統(tǒng)中很流行，但這并不是說所有的政府官員和商界人士都采取違法行為。
148. There's little doubt that a third World War is avoidable , but it is highly unlikely that regional conflicts will disappear in the foreseeable future .毫無疑問，第三次世界大戰(zhàn)是可以避免的，但是，在可預見的將來地區(qū)沖突消失是非常不可能的。
149. Some people assume that investing in stock is a safe pursuit , but their assumption fails to hold water when considering the substantial risk involved .有的人想當然地認為投資股票是有把握的事情，但是，考慮到涉及的巨大風險，他們的想當然就說不通了。
150. Some people have called for accelerated across-the-board changes . Their approach quite frankly ignores the need for gradual but effective changes .一些人要求更快速的全盤改變。他們的做法的確忽略了漸進而有效的改變的必要性
151. There is undoubtedly an element of truth in assertions that capital punishment is necessary , but proponents seem to ignore the fact that the practice has failed to deter heinous crimes .毫無疑問，主張極刑的必要性有正確的成分，但是，支持者似乎忽略了這種做法不能阻止令人發(fā)指的罪行這一事實。
152. Many people assume that the extinction of a plant or animal species is of little consequence . Careful examination , however , reveals that the extinction of any one species disrupts the food chain , and the loss of a plant species leads to the disappearance of a key ingredient which might yield a cure for cancer .許多人想當然地認為一種植物或動物的滅絕產生的后果很小。然而，仔細的考察揭示出任何一個物種的滅絕會破壞食物鏈，一種植物的消失造成有可能生成治療癌癥的藥物的關鍵成分的缺失。
153. At first glance , the characteristics of Bugs BUnny seem comical . However , a closer examination reveals the cartoon character never creates a problem , and instead simply hopes for quiet and peaceful life . This suggests that cartoons most often teach children the difference between good and evil .乍一看，流氓兔的性格似乎滑稽。然而，仔細觀察發(fā)現(xiàn)這個卡通人物從不制造麻煩，相反，它只希望過安靜平和的生活。這說明卡通在大多數(shù)情況下教授給兒童好與壞之間的區(qū)別。
154. Logically , calls for a New World Order sound valid , and I whole-heartedly agree with some points , but the absurdity arises when considering that the world's 200-odd nations have diverse agendas when it comes to development and diplomacy .從邏輯而言，要求形成新的世界秩序聽似正確，而且我真心實意地同意一些觀點，但是，考慮到世界上二百余個國家在發(fā)展和外交上有不同的議事日程，這種要求就顯得荒謬了。
155. In spite of claims to the contrary , it is common knowledge that corporal punishment most often has the exact opposite affect intended .盡管有相反的主張，但是大家都知道體法在多數(shù)情況下產生適得其反的效果。
156. We were brought up to believe that the role of a man was to provide and the role of a woman was to care for the household and family . Today , however , role reversal is becoming increasingly commonplace .我們從小就相信男人的角色市提供生活所需，女人的角色是照顧家庭和子女。然而，今天，角色的互換變得越來越普遍。
157. Some people tend to tenaciously cling to the misguided concept of racial superiority . Their persistence in doing so , however , does readily reveal the inferior mentality and social incompatibility of certain human beings .一些人頑強地堅持種族優(yōu)越性的錯誤觀點。然而，他們堅持這樣做正揭示了某些人自卑的心理和社會對立性。
158. Some people claim the efficacy of traditional Chinese medicine （ TCM ） far exceeds that of Western-style pharmaceuticals . More often than not , however , the exact opposite is true .有的人聲稱中藥的功效遠遠好于西藥。但是，通常情況下，事實正好相反。
159. Workers commonly complain that causes for labor disputes rest solely on the shoulders of management . Quite likely the opposite is true .工人經常抱怨勞資糾紛的責任完全在管理者的肩上。很可能正好相反。
160. There are those who claim that competition brings out the best in people . Others contend it simply forces one person to prove he/she is better than another . Advocates vociferously support one position or the other . I suggest the former proposition bears greater relevance than the latter .有些人認為競爭促使人們發(fā)揮出優(yōu)秀的東西。另一些人認為它只是強迫一個人證明他/她比別人更優(yōu)秀。提倡者叫囂著支持其中的一個立場。我認為前一個立場比后一個立場更恰當。
161. Claiming something is true misses the point , while presenting verifiable fact proves its correctness .聲稱某樣東西是正確的沒有什么意義，而提出可以證實的事實能證明它的正確性。
162. Suggesting that one thing …… is better than another thing …… bears no more significance than insinuating that black is better than white .暗示一件東西比另一件東西更好比旁敲側擊地說黑比白好并沒有更大的意義。
163. Ignoring cause and effect is exactly the same thing as failing to look both ways when crossing a busy intersection .忽略因果就相當于橫穿繁忙的十字路口時沒有朝兩邊看。
164. One who advocates the rights of homosexuals should not be surprised by the belligerent stance of opposition forces .主張同性戀者的權利的人對反對力量的好戰(zhàn)姿態(tài)不應感到奇怪。
165. The greatest problem with political and religious zealots is their total inability to consider the views of others .政治和宗教狂熱者的大問題在于他們完全不能考慮別人的觀點。
166. The basic stumbling block to global peace rests with the self-serving ambitions of many nations .全世界和平的基本障礙物在于許多國家謀私利的野心。
167. The overemphasis on one particular aspect of a problem often obscures the relevance of other issues .過分強調問題的一個方面經常掩蓋了其他方面的相關性。
168. Any presumption that smoking is in anyway beneficial is totally preposterous .任何對抽煙不管怎樣是有益的假設都是完全荒謬的。
169. The fallacies of many arguments are quite obvious .許多論證的推論錯誤是相當明顯的。
170. Arbitrarily dismissing the direct link between increasing sexual promiscuity and the rapid spread of sexually transmitted diseases would be foolhardy . An even more foolish mistake would center on denying the need for extensive sex education programs worldwide .武斷地無視性亂行為的增多和性傳播疾病的迅速蔓延之間的直接聯(lián)系是魯莽的。一個更愚蠢的錯誤是否認在世界范圍內開展廣泛的性教育項目的必要性。
171. There is absolutely no reason for us to believe that a brighter future for the world is an impossibility .我們絲毫沒有理由相信，世界不可能會有一個更光明的未來。
172. Meteorologists offer computer models leaving little doubt that this year's El Nino phenomenon has disappeared .氣象學家提供計算機模型，充分證明今年的厄爾尼諾現(xiàn)象已經消失了。
173. Facts prove the unjustifiability of claims that China will be unable to feed itself by the year 2020 .事實證明：斷言中國到2020年將不可能養(yǎng)活自己是不合道理的。
174. Previous explanations of the rising divorce rate in China are simply untenable . The fact is that many marriages were simply based on convenience and wives are no longer willing to accept the abusive domineering attitudes of husbands .以前對中國離婚率升高的解釋是完全站不住腳的。事實是許多婚姻僅僅建立在便利的基礎上，而且妻子不再愿意接受丈夫作威作福的態(tài)度。
175. Claim that entering the Chinese market offers foreign companies an immediate road to profits are grossly misstated and have been proven wrong time and again . The key to entering China rests with the phraseology " vast potential market " , and how long one is willing to wait for returns .聲稱進入中國市場會給外國公司帶來立即獲利的途徑是非常錯誤的，事實已經次地證明了這一點。進入中國的關鍵在于“廣闊的潛在市場”這一說法以及為了回報愿意等待多久。
176. Parents are not wrong in enforcing good study habits , but they must not do so at the expense of stifling normal child development .家長把好的學習習慣強加給孩子沒有錯，但是，他們這么做不能以抑制兒童的正常發(fā)展為代價。
177. It is quite reasonable to assume that modern science and technology （ S&T ） will continue to advance . It is no less reasonable to believe that S&T will radically improve the way we live . However , the same reasoning cannot be applied to improving social interaction .假定現(xiàn)代科學技術將繼續(xù)進步是很有道理的。相信科技會大幅度地改變我們的生活方式也是同樣有道理的。然而，同樣的邏輯不能用于改善社會上的相互作用。
178. Belief in the wonders of modern medical science is quite understandable . It is also quite possible that our faith in the ability of scientists to find the key for prolonging life are well-founded . Yet , the wisdom of prolonging life remains in question when considering the already massive global population and projected future growth .相信現(xiàn)代醫(yī)學的奇跡是可以理解的。很有可能我們相信科學家能夠找到延長生命的關鍵也是有根據(jù)的。但是，考慮到已經非常龐大的世界人口和預計的未來的增長，延長生命是否明智仍有疑問。
179. It is one thing to support euthanasia , but quite another to offer any justification for genocide .支持安樂死是一回事，為種族滅絕提供正當?shù)睦碛墒橇硪换厥隆?BR> 180. Claiming the need for censorship is one thing , but rationally proving its redeeming values represents a quite different issue .主張審查制度的必要性是一回事，理智地證明它的可取之處是完全不同的另一回事。
181. Chances are that man will eventually land on Mars .人類有可能終登陸火星。
182. The likelihood for peace in the Middle East remains questionable .中東和平的可能性仍讓人懷疑。
183. The necessity for nuclear nonproliferation seems clear .防止核擴散的必要性似乎清清楚楚。
184. It is perhaps more accurate to consider the family as a blanket of security , rather than a cloak of bondage .把家庭看作保護安全的毯子可能比把它看做束縛的斗篷更確切。
185. While generalizations are dangerous , it is quite safe to present solid evidence .抽象概括是危險的,但是,提供確鑿的證據(jù)是萬無一失的。
186. It seems almost certain that China will achieve this year's economic growth targets .中國將完成今年經濟增長的目標似乎是毫無疑問的。
187. Reaching this year's growth targets is almost a certainty .達到今年的增長目標幾乎是必然的。
188. The urgency of the situation makes it necessary to reiterate the monumental problems of population growth .情況的緊迫性使我們有必要重申人口增長的重大問題。
189. A recent study revealed the surprising fact that many students pass examinations by relying on nothing more than rote memorization . It is horrifying to think that students graduate without a thorough understanding of the subject matter .近的一項研究顯示了一個令人驚訝的事實：許多學生僅僅依靠死記硬背通過考試。想到學生對主題沒有透徹地理解就畢業(yè)了是令人震驚的。
190. Needless to say , advertising sells products . Where would we be without it ? Shelves would be empty , consumers would have few choices and products information would disappear .毋庸諱言，廣告推銷產品。沒有它，情況將會怎樣？貨架將空空如也，消費者的選擇將減少，產品的信息將消失。
191. The plain truth is that people are most often self-centered .明顯的事實是人經常是以自我為中心的。
192. There's little wonder why young people often find it difficult to find an appropriate role model . No wonder they drink , smoke , fright , carouse and otherwise engage in inappropriate social behavior .年輕人發(fā)現(xiàn)很難找到合適的榜樣并不奇怪。難怪他們喝酒、抽煙、打架、狂歡作樂或者做出不當?shù)纳鐣e動。
193. It should come as no surprise to learn that many abused children become abusers later in life .發(fā)現(xiàn)很多受虐待的兒童后來虐待別人不應該感到奇怪。
194. There is probably a great deal of truth in the assertion that unecrupulous brokers are salivating at the thought of unsophisticated investors entering the securities market .斷言不道德的經紀人想到沒有經驗的投資者進入股票市場就垂涎三尺可能有一定的道理。
195. There's little doubt that China has spawned a new generation of " Little Emperors " , but the truth is that the fault rests with parents who " spare the rod to spoil the child " and not with children themselves .毫無疑問，中國產生了新一代“小皇帝”，但事實是責任在于“閑了棍子，慣了孩子”的家長，而不是孩子自己。
196. There's little justification for objections to sex education . In fact , even a minimal introduction to consequences of sexual interaction （ the bird's and bee's ） might have dramatically changed the lives of many people .反對性教育幾乎是沒有道理的。實際上，小限度的介紹性行為的后果（鳥和蜜蜂的）可能戲劇性地改變許多人的生活。
197. We can safely say that the world continues to turn and things have changed dramatically , but we can never claim the world is a safer place .我們可以穩(wěn)妥地說世界在繼續(xù)傳動，情況發(fā)生了巨大的變化，但是，我們永遠不能聲稱世界變得更加安全了。
198. We can say this and we can say that , but the most important thing is not to say , but instead to do .我們可以說這說那，但重要的事不是說，而是做。
199. Divided we fall , united we conquer . This does not mean that conquest is the goat , but instead that unified efforts yield positive results .分離就會垮臺，團結就能征服。這不是說征服是目的，而是說團結一致的努力會產生積極的結果。
200. Historically speaking , our ancestors placed great emphasis on filial piety .歷，我們的祖先很重視孝順。