Part A
Directions: In this part of the test, you will hear 2 passages in English. After you have heard each sentence or 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 us begin Part A with the first passage.
Passage 1:
Your honor Mr. Mayor, thank you very much for your extraordinary arrangements and hospitality. In the short period of the two week study tour, we have travelled much of your country. //
Those were indeed exciting and unforgettable days. We have experienced the warm reception, the utmost courtesy and genuine friendship of the Chinese people. //
We have been deeply impressed by the diversity, dynamism, and progress of China under the policies of reform and opening to the outside world. //
We're glad that we're part of the dramatic process of your change from the planned economy to the market-oriented economy. The cooperative relations between our two countries have become so extensive that they have affected almost all areas of economy.
(参考答案)
尊敬的市长先生，感谢您的精心安排与好客。在短暂的两周考察中，我们的足迹遍布贵国的许多地方。//
那些日子确实令人激动，令人难忘。我们感受到的总是中国人民的热情接待，高度礼貌和诚挚友情。//
中国在改革开放政策引导下，气象万千，充满活力，不断进步，这些给我们留下了极为深刻的印象。//
贵国正处于一个由计划经济向市场经济转轨的过程，我们很高兴能参与这个富有戏剧性的转轨/转变过程。我们的合作关系领域广阔，几乎已涉及到所有的经济领域。
Passage 2:
Welcome to the Cairo International Conference Center. The Conference Center is a gift from the government of China. It is a symbol of friendship between the peoples of China and Egypt. //
Up to now, the Cairo International Conference Center is the only comprehensive conference center in Egypt. It occupies an area of 300,000 square meters. Of there, 58,000 square meters have been given to conference facilities. //
The Center is a mere 10-minute drive from the Cairo International Airport, a 5-minute walk from the Cairo Football Stadium and the Cairo International Exhibition Hall. //
As you stroll in the conference center you will be able to appreciate the magnificent architecture and millions of dollars' worth of art. You will also enjoy the beauty of the lovely man-made lake and the two Chinese pavilions.
(参考答案)
欢迎参观开罗国际会议中心。开罗国际会议中心是中国政府赠送给埃及政府的礼物，是中埃两国人民友好的象征。
迄今为止，开罗国际会议中心仍是埃及唯一的综合性中心。会议中心占地30万平方米，其中5万8千平方米为会议设施。
中心距开罗国际机场驱车仅10分钟，步行5分钟便可抵达开罗足球场和开罗国际博览馆。
漫步会议中心，您不仅能领略宏伟的建筑，还能欣赏到价值成百万埃镑的艺术品。您还能欣赏到美丽的人工湖和两座中国式样的亭子。
Part B
Directions: In this part of the test, you will hear 2 passages in Chinese. After you have each sentence or paragraph, interpret it into English. 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 us begin Part B with the first passage.
Passage 1:
主席先生、女士们、先生们，我宣布因特网服务国际研讨会开幕，我在此向参加开幕式的各界来宾表示热烈地欢迎!//
英国和澳大利亚的有关公司与专家对本次研讨会的成功召开给予了很大的帮助，对此，我谨致以诚挚的谢意。//
海外一些发达国家在推动因特网服务事业方面积累了不少的经验，值得我们借鉴和学习。通过交流，我们可以得到更多的信息和体会。//
我相信，本次研讨会对于推动因特网在中国的广泛使用具有积极的作用和深远的意义。我预祝研讨会圆满成功!
(参考答案)
Mr. Chairman, Ladies and gentlemen, I declare open the International Symposium on Internet Service. I'd like to extend a warm welcome to our guests from various circles! //
I wish to express our sincere thanks to the British and Australian companies and their specialists whose generous help has made possible the successful commencement of this symposium. //
Some overseas developed nations / countries have accumulated much experience in promoting Internet service. And their experience deserves our reference and study. Through exchange, we will be able to acquire more information and knowledge. //
I believe the symposium will be constructive and significant in popularizing the use of Internet service in China. I wish the symposium a complete success.
Passage 2:
中国是一个发展中的社会主义国家，中国的发展不但直接影响中国人民的未来，而且也极大的影响亚洲和世界的发展与进步。//
今晚在座的各位商界领袖都是各行各业的成功人士。你们拥有丰富的管理经验和战略眼光。//
既然你们已把眼光投向中国，中国欢迎你们。中国的经验发展将为你们提供大量的机会。//
中国政府将为来华投资的外国企业提供优惠条件并且创造更好的投资环境。
(参考答案)
China is a developing socialist country and its (future) development will not only directly affect the future of the Chinese people, but will also have a major impact on the development and progress of Asia and the world. //
All the business leaders present tonight are outstanding achievers in your respective fields. You have a wealth of successful experience and strategic vision. //
Since you have set your eyes on China, China welcomes you. The country's economic development will also offer you tremendous opportunities. //
The Chinese government will offer good terms to foreign enterprises investing in China and create a better environment for them.
