第一篇：大學英語精讀2翻譯題及其答案

Unit 1

1．Gases such as carbon monoxide emitted by factories and automobiles have seriously polluted the atmosphere.工廠和汽車發(fā)出的一氧化碳一類的氣體嚴重污染了大氣

2．The industrial engineer’s letter indicates that he doubts the feasibility of the plan.那為工業(yè)管理工程師來的信表明，他對改項計劃是否可行有懷疑

3．Many parents in the United States set aside a fund for their children’s education before they are born.美國許多父母在孩子出生之前就為他們的教育留出一筆專款

4．I have made sure that her conclusion is based on facts.我已了解清楚，她的結(jié)論是以事實為根據(jù)的5．The medical team composed of three doctors and two nurses set off for the mountain(ous)area a few days ago.幾天前，由三位醫(yī)生和兩名護士組成的醫(yī)療隊出發(fā)到山區(qū)去了

6．The village is named after the high mountain that stands in front of it.這個村莊是以樹立在它前面的那座高山命名的7．He was ill for about a week which has really set him back in his studies.他病了一個月左右，這使他在學習上耽誤了很多

8．The war that broke out between the North and the South in 1861 is known in history as the American Civil War.南方和北方之間于一八六一年爆發(fā)的那場戰(zhàn)爭在歷史上稱為“美國內(nèi)戰(zhàn)”

Unit 2

1．Their argument ended when she slammed the door and left without a word.她砰地關(guān)上門，一聲不吭地走了，他們間那場爭執(zhí)就此結(jié)束

2．The guest at the dinner party were slightly surprised at the commanding tone of the American.出席晚宴的客人對那個美國人威嚴的語氣感到有點以外

3．Johnny has outgrown the fear of staying at home alone.約翰尼已長大成熟，不再害怕獨自呆在家里了

4．While all the other passengers made for the exit he alone remained in his seat as if unwilling to leave the plane.當全部乘客都向出口處走去時，他卻獨自留在座位上，好像不愿意離開這架飛機似的5． The letter is to be handed to Dr.Wilson himself.這封信必須交給威爾遜博士本人

6．While she felt like joining in the argument Nancy was too shy to open her mouth.南希雖然很想?yún)⒓愚q論，但靦腆得不敢開口

7．What do you think is the likeliest time to find him at home?

你覺得什么時候最有可能在家里找到他

8．The hunter’s face(was)lit up with excitement as soon as he saw a fox emerge from among the bushes and run in the direction of/ make for the trap he had laid.獵人一看見有只狐貍從樹叢中出現(xiàn)并向他設(shè)下的陷阱方向跑去，臉上頓時閃出了興奮的表情

Unit 3

1．It was suggested at the meeting that a committee of 11 be appointed to make a new

constitution.會上有人建議任命一個十一人委員會來制定新章程

2．By making on-the-spot observation the young scientist obtained first-hand information they needed in their research work.這些青年科學家通過現(xiàn)場觀察，獲得了研究工作所需的第一手資料

3．It is very likely that he will be rejected by the army because of his bad eyesight.他很可能會因視力不好而被拒收入伍

4．The committee members have conflicting opinions as to the best location of the new airport.委員會成員在新機場最佳選址這一問題上持有不同意見

5.Henry’s works of art are superior in many respects to those of his brother’s.亨利創(chuàng)作的藝術(shù)品在許多方面比他兄弟的要好

6.The steady rise in the quality of our products owes much to the improvement of our equipment.我們產(chǎn)品質(zhì)量的穩(wěn)步提高在很大程度上是由于設(shè)備有所改進

7.Jim would have preferred to act on his own judgment but he didn’t because as a soldier he had to obey the order.吉姆本想按照自己的判斷行事，但他沒有這樣做，因為作為軍人他得服從命令

8.Were it left to me to decide whether we should have a city without bikes or one without cars.I should not hesitate a moment to prefer the latter.如果讓我來決定我們是要一個沒有自行車的城市呢，還是要一個沒有汽車的城市，我會毫不猶豫地選擇后者

Unit 4

1.She got a post as a cashier at a local bank.But she was soon fired because she proved to be incompetent.她在當?shù)匾患毅y行找到一份出納員的工作，但不久因不稱職而被解雇了。

2.It is obviously/clearly his young assistant who is running the book store.很明顯是他的年輕助手在經(jīng)營這家書店。

3.No sooner had the proposal been announced at the meeting than she got to her feet to protest.這項建議在會上一宣布，她就站起來提出異議。

4.Bill has applied to Harvard University for a teaching assistantship but his chances of getting it are slim.比爾已向哈佛大學申請助教職位，但他得到它的可能性很小。

5.Being short of funds they are trying to attract foreign capital.由于缺乏資金，他們正在想辦法吸引外資。

6.The room smells of stale air.It must have been vacant for a long time.這個房間有股霉味，一定是好久沒人住了。

7.As far as hobbies are concerned Jane and her sister have little in common.就業(yè)余愛好而言，珍妮和她妹妹幾乎沒有什么共同之處。

8.It is self-evident that the education of the young is vital to the future of a country.不言而喻，青年人的教育對于一個國家的未來是至關(guān)重要的。

Unit

51.The little girl ran so fast that she was thrown off balance and fell over/down.那小女孩跑的太快，身體一下失去平衡，跌倒了。

2.I was impressed by his devotion to his research but I did not have the slightest interest in his profound theories.他致力于研究工作的精神給我留下了很深刻印象，但我對他那些深奧的理論絲毫不感興趣。

3.Be sure not to say anything capable of being misunderstood.千萬別說可能會被人誤解的話。

4.I was so bewildered by their conflicting advice that I did not know how to act.我被他們互相矛盾的意見搞糊涂了，不知如何去做才是。

5.At first this complicated problem frustrated them but after thinking it over carefully they finally worked out a solution.起初，這個復(fù)雜問題使他們感到灰心喪氣，但經(jīng)過仔細思考他們終于研究出了解決辦法。

6．The head of the sports delegation beamed with delight when a young pioneer presented him with a bunch of flowers.體育代表團團長在少先隊員向他獻上一束鮮花時愉快地笑了。

7．I really don’t see why our English teacher should single out our monitor for praise since we have all done quite well this term.這學期我們都學習不錯，我真不明白為什么我們的英語老師單單表揚了班長一個人。

8．I believe in the theory that the higher animals developed from the lower ones.我相信比較高級的動物是由比較低級的動物進化而來的這一學說。

Unit 6

1.If / As long as you keep on trying you will be able to resolve this difficult problem sooner or later.只要你不斷努力，你遲早會解決這個難題的。

2.We anticipate encountering / that we will encounter resistance to our plan / our plan will meet with resistance.我們預(yù)料我們的計劃會受到抵制。

3.Jim’s friends said that the noise pollution in their city was terrible but they had to live with it.吉姆的朋友說，他們那個城市的噪音污染十分嚴重，但是他們只好忍著。

4.At first Tom thought that with his knowledge skill and experience he was bound to find a satisfactory job.湯姆起初認為，憑他的知識、技術(shù)和經(jīng)驗，一定能夠找到一份稱心如意的工作。

5.It would be wise(advisable)to handle this delicate problem with calmness and patience.冷靜耐心的處理這個微妙問題是明智的。

6.Dick thought that if he was not able to take the machine apart chances were that no other worker in the plant could either.迪克認為如果他拆不開那臺機器，那么很可能廠里別的工人也拆不開。

7.Do you think bus drivers should take full responsibility for the passenger’s safety.你是否認為公共汽車司機應(yīng)對乘客的安全負完全的責任？

8.You need not dwell on your mistakes in judgment any more.What’s important is to try your best to avoid repeating them.你不必再去多想判斷上的那些失誤了。重要的是盡量避免再犯。

Unit 7

1.The local people’s response to the new security measures was enthusiastic.當?shù)鼐用駥π碌陌踩胧┓磻?yīng)熱烈。

2.What good will it do to argue with him if he takes a negative attitude toward the whole thing?

要是他對整個事情持否定態(tài)度，跟他爭辯還有什么用呢？

3.Just before he was released from jail.Vingo wrote a letter to his wife asking she would have him back.就在文戈獲釋之前，他給妻子寫了封信，問她是否愿意讓他回去。

4.The criminal was given a stiff sentence of fifteen years.那名罪犯被從嚴判處十五年徒刑。

5.The doctor told Mrs.Nolen that her decision to move to the countryside was an intelligent one and probably had helped to a certain degree to bring back her health.醫(yī)生對諾蘭太太說，她搬到鄉(xiāng)下去住的明智決定在一定程度上幫助她恢復(fù)了健康。

6.His room was small but quite cozy with a fireplace a soft chair and a sofa.He seemed contented with it.他那個房間有壁爐、軟椅和沙發(fā)，雖然小些，但挺舒適?？磥硭軡M意。

7.The policeman asked the driver to describe the accident in a greater detail.警察要求司機把事故講述得更詳細一些。

8.Peter is not good at maths but when it comes to sports he is the best in the class.彼得的數(shù)學不好，但要說到體育，他卻是班上最好的。

Unit 8

1.Vast amounts of investment have enabled the economy of the area to grow rapidly.巨額投資使這一地區(qū)的經(jīng)濟得以迅速發(fā)展。

2.They launched a campaign to raise money for a new hospital.他們?yōu)樾陆ㄒ凰t(yī)院開展籌款運動。

3.It is true that success lies in diligence.成功在于勤奮，這句話很正確。

4.Men of high moral standards they are never to be tempted to take such expensive gifts.他們都具有很高的道德標準，決不會受誘惑接受如此貴重的禮品。

5.There are indications that numerous factories are faced with a very difficult situation.有跡象表明，不少工廠正面臨這十分困難的局面。

6.The police arrested the criminal on a charge of armed robbery several hours after they found an important clue to his identity.警方找到罪犯是誰的重要線索后，在幾個小時內(nèi)就以武裝搶劫罪拘捕了他。

7.Investigation has revealed that retirement tends to cause psychological troubles for some people.調(diào)查揭示，對某些人來說，退休往往會造成心理上的病痛。

8.The medical team did more than complain about the relatively poor working conditions at the local hospital.For instance several doctors bought simple medical instruments with their own money.醫(yī)療隊并沒有一味抱怨當?shù)蒯t(yī)院較差的工作條件。比如說，好幾位醫(yī)生就曾用自己的錢購置了簡單的醫(yī)療器械。

Unit 9

1.Everything indicates that something has gone wrong with his plan.一切都表明他的計劃出了毛病。

2.The author thinks that we should not take it for granted that those who score high on intelligence tests will certainly do well in practical work.作者認為，我們不應(yīng)想當然地以為那些智力測驗得分高的人在實際工作中就一定能干得好。

3.I singled out a few English idioms to test my classmates

我挑出幾條英語成語(idiom)考了一下我的同班同學．

4.Three professors were invited to design the curriculum for new teachers assess.三位教授被請來對新教員設(shè)計的教案做出評估.5.This is but just a small loss to us.Don't make a fuss over it.這對我們來說是個很小的損失不要大驚小怪.6.He scored far more than any of his opponents which proved him a worthy winner.他比任何對手的得分都高很多證明他不愧為一個勝利者.7.The two animals are alike in appearance but they belong to different species.這兩只動物外貌很相似，但它們屬于不同的種類

8.I don't know for sure whether the bank will grant him the loan he has applied for.我并不確切知道他申請的貸款（loan）銀行是否會給。

Unit 10

1.Through the article the author wants to convey to the readers his opinion on praise and criticism.作家想通過這篇文章向讀者傳達她對贊揚與批評的看法。

2.Of the dozen of waitresses in the restaurant only three have had any previous experience.這家餐館十二名女侍中，只有三名先前有過干這種活兒的經(jīng)歷。

3.Though he isn't much of a scholar the teacher does know how to teach a course in a lively and interesting manner.這位教師可能不是一個了不起的學者，但他的確懂得怎樣把一門課教得活潑而有趣。(in a...manner)

4.We often find that to apply a rule is much more difficult than to know it.我們常常發(fā)現(xiàn)運用一個規(guī)律比懂得它要難得多。

5.She never scolds her children for squabbling.Instead she gives them a few words of praise when they play quietly.她從不因為孩子們爭吵便責罵他們，而是在他們安安靜靜地玩耍時贊揚幾句。

6.Mr.Green was always critical of his daughter's writings but somehow he commented favorably on that poorly written poem of hers.格林先生老是挑他女兒寫作的刺兒，但不知怎的，對她那首寫得很差的詩歌卻給予好評。

7.Quite a few students in our class were publicly criticized by the teacher for failing to hand in their compositions on time.我們班上有不少學生因為沒有按時交作業(yè)而受到教師的當眾批評。

8.A good teacher should be very alert to his students' progress.If their progress is ignored the students will feel discouraged.一位好的教師應(yīng)對學生取得的進步非常敏感。如果學生的進步被忽視，他們就會感到沮喪。

第二篇：大學英語精讀2_課后翻譯題答案

第一單元

1.她砰地關(guān)上門，一聲不吭地走了，他們之間 那場爭執(zhí)就此結(jié)束。

Their argument ended when she slammed the door and left without a word.2.出席晚宴的客人對那個美國人威嚴的語氣 感到有點意外。

The guests at the dinner party were slightly surprised at the commanding tone of the American.3.約翰尼已長大成熟，不再害怕獨自呆在家里了。Johnny has outgrown the fear of staying at home alone.4.當全部乘客都向出口處(exit)走去時，他卻獨自留在座位上，好像不愿意離開這架飛機似的。

While all the other passengers made for the exit, he alone remained in his seat as if unwilling to leave the plane.5.這封信必須交給威爾遜博士本人。

The letter is to be handed to Dr.Wilson himself.6.南希雖然很想?yún)⒓愚q論，但靦腆得不敢開口。

While she felt like joining in the argument, Nancy was too shy to open her mouth.7.你覺得什么時候最有可能在家里找到他？

What do you think is the likeliest time to find him at home? 8.獵人一看見有只狐貍從樹叢中出現(xiàn)并向他設(shè)下(lay)的陷阱(trap)方向跑去，臉上頓時閃出了興奮的表情。

The hunter’s face lit up with excitement as soon as he saw a fox emerge from among the bushes and run in the direction of / make for the trap he had laid 第二單元

1)會上有人建議任命一個十一人委員會來制定新章程。

It was suggested at the meeting that a committee of eleven be appointed to make a new constitution.2)這些青年科學家通過現(xiàn)場觀察，獲得了研究工作所需的第一手資料。

By making on-the-spot observations, the young scientists obtained first-hand information they needed in their research work.3)他很可能會因視力不好而被拒收入伍。

It is very likely that he will be rejected by the army because of his bad eyesight.4)委員會成員在新機場最佳選址(location)這一問題上持有不同意見。

The committee members have conflicting opinions as to the best location of the new airport.5)亨利創(chuàng)作的藝術(shù)品在許多方面比他兄弟的要好。

Henry's works of art are superior in many respects to those of his brother's.6)我們產(chǎn)品質(zhì)量的穩(wěn)步提高在很大程度上是由于設(shè)備有所改進。

The steady rise in the quality of our products owes much to the improvement of our equipment.7)吉姆本想按照自己的判斷行事，但他沒有這樣做，因為作為軍人他得服從命令。Jim would have preferred to act on his own judgment, but he didn't because as a soldier he had to obey the order.8)如果讓我來決定我們是要一個沒有自行車的城市呢，還是要一個沒有汽車的城市，我會毫不猶豫地選擇后者。

Were it left to me to decide whether we should have a city without bikes or one without cars, I should not hesitate a moment to prefer the latter 第三單元

1.She got a post as a cashier at a local bank.But she was soon fired because she proved to be incompetent.她在當?shù)匾患毅y行找到一份出納員的工作，但不久因不稱職而被解雇了。2.It is obviously/clearly his young assistant who is running the book store.很明顯是他的年輕助手在經(jīng)營這家書店。3.No sooner had the proposal been

announced at the meeting than she got to her feet to protest.這項建議在會上一宣布，她就站起來提出異議

4.Bill has applied to Harvard University for a teaching assistantship, but his chances of getting it are slim.比爾已向哈佛大學申請助教職位，但他得到它的可能性很小。5.Being short of funds, they are trying to attract foreign capital.由于缺乏資金，他們正在想辦法吸引外資。

6.The room smells of stale air.It must have been vacant for a long time.這個房間有股霉味，一定是好久沒人住了。

7.As far as hobbies are concerned, Jane and her sister have little in common.就業(yè)余愛好而言，珍妮和她妹妹幾乎沒有什么共同之處。

8.It is self-evident that the education of the young is vital to the future of a country.不言而喻，青年人的教育對于一個國家的未來是至關(guān)重要的。第四單元

1)那小女孩跑得太快，身體一下失去平衡，跌倒了。

The little girl ran so fast that she was thrown off balance and fell over / down.2)他致力于研究工作的精神(devotion to research)給我留下了很深印象，但我對他那些深奧的理論絲毫不感興趣。

I was impressed by his devotion to research but I did not have the slightest interest in his profound theories.3)千萬別說可能會被人誤解的話。

Be sure not to say anything capable of being misunderstood.4)我被他們互相矛盾的意見搞糊涂了，不知如何去做才是。

I was so bewildered by their conflicting advice that I did not know how to act/what to do.5)起初，這個復(fù)雜問題使他們感到灰心喪氣，但經(jīng)過仔細思考后他們終于研究出了解決辦法。

At first this complicated problem frustrated them, but after thinking it over carefully they finally worked out a solution.6)體育代表團團長在少先隊員向他獻上一束鮮花時愉快地笑了。

The head of the sports delegation beamed with delight when a young pioneer presented him with a bunch of flowers.7)這學期我們都學習得不錯，我真不明白為什么我們的英語老師單單表揚了班長一個人。

I really don't see why our English teacher should single out our monitor for praise since we have all done quitewell this term.8)我相信比較高級的|(higher)|動物是由比較低級的|（lower）|動物進化而來|（develop from）|的這一學說。

I believe in the theory that the higher animals developed from the lower ones 第五單元

1)如果富有的國家多花些錢搞綠色工業(yè)，而不是去建立軍事機器和制造核武器，當今許多廣泛存在的污染問題將會逐漸消失。

If the rich countries spent more money on green industries, instead of on building up military machines and nuclear weapons, many of today's widespread pollution problems would gradually disappear.2)燒煤的時候，不僅消耗房子里面的氧氣，而且還散發(fā)出有毒的氣體。

The burning of coal not only consumes the oxygen in the house but also gives out poisonous gases.3)顯然，找到替代能源對我們經(jīng)濟的穩(wěn)定發(fā)展是至關(guān)重要的。

Apparently, finding alternative energy sources is essential to the steady development of our economy.4)太陽能電池（solar cell）能吸收陽光并把它變成電。Solar cells can absorb sunlight and convert it into electricity.5)如果地球上的溫度繼續(xù)年復(fù)一年地上升，極地的冰帽將會開始融化，沿海城市中一半的建筑物很可能會消失在劈啪飛濺的海浪下面。

If the temperature on the Earth continues to go up from year to year, the polar ice caps will begin to melt and, in all likelihood, half of the buildings in coastal cities will disappear beneath splashing sea waves.6)因為這些生物很小并且常常躲在葉子茂密的植物下面，肉眼并不都可以看見。Because these creatures are small and tend to hide beneath leafy plants, they are not always visible to the naked eye.7)由于受到原子輻射，他最終在工作時倒下了。

As a result of exposure to atomic radiation, he finally collapsed at work.8)有明顯的證據(jù)表明工作上的重壓與身體的某些毛病有聯(lián)系。

There is distinct evidence of the connection between heavy pressure of work and some disorders of the body 第六單元

1)只要你不斷努力，你遲早會解決這個難題的。

If / As long as you keep(on)trying, you will be able to resolve this difficult problem sooner or later.2)我們預(yù)料我們的計劃會受到抵制(resistance)。

We anticipate encountering / that we will encounter resistance to our plan / our plan will meet with resistance.3)吉姆的朋友說，他們那個城市的噪音污染十分嚴重，但是他們只好忍著。Jim's friends said that the noise pollution in their city was terrible, but they had to live with it.4)湯姆起初認為，憑他的知識、技術(shù)和經(jīng)驗，一定能夠找到一份稱心如意的工作。At first Tom thought that with his knowledge, skill and experience he was bound to find a satisfactory job.5)冷靜耐心地處理這個微妙(delicate)問題是明智的。

It would be wise / advisable to handle this delicate problem with calmness and patience.6)迪克以為，如果他拆不開那臺機器，那么很可能廠里別的工人也拆不開。Dick thought that if he wasn't able to take the machine apart, chances were that no other worker in the plant could, either.7)你是否認為公共汽車司機應(yīng)對乘客的安全負完全的責任？

Do you think bus drivers should take full responsibility for the passengers' safety? 8)你不必再去多想那些判斷上的失誤了。重要的是盡量避免再犯。

You needn't dwell on your mistakes in judgment any more.What's important is to try your best to avoid repeating them.第七單元

1)在當?shù)卣念I(lǐng)導(dǎo)下，村民們奮起應(yīng)付由水災(zāi)造成的嚴重糧食危機。

Under the leadership of the local government, the villagers rose to the serious food crisis caused by the floods.2)這個展覽會很受歡迎，吸引著源源而至的參觀者。

The exhibition is very popular and is attracting a steady stream of visitors.3)媽媽上樓來查看我們這些孩子時，我轉(zhuǎn)過身假裝睡著了。

When Mom came upstairs to check on us kids, I turned over and pretended to be asleep.4)對阿姆斯特德來說，向毒販展開斗爭是個挑戰(zhàn)。雖然她感到緊張不安，但她決心勇敢地面對這些人。

Waging a battle against the drug pushers was a challenge to Armstead.She felt rather nervous but she decided to confront them.5)老太太叫我小心些，不要與那些在街角閑蕩的家伙講話。

The old lady told me to be cautious and not to talk to the guys hanging out on the street corner.6)一個衛(wèi)生組織促使地方政府為建造一所新的醫(yī)院籌措三百萬美元的資金。A health organization prompted the local government to raise a three-million-dollar fund for a new hospital.7)那個曾放火燒教堂的男子打開門時，迎面遇到十來個持槍的警察。

Opening the door, the man who had set fire to the church found himself confronted by a dozen policemen with guns.8)據(jù)報道，燃燒了兩個多小時的熊熊烈火始于一個廢棄的倉庫。

It is reported that the fire which raged for more than two hours started in an abandoned warehouse / store

第三篇：大學英語精讀3翻譯答案

Unit1

1.發(fā)言人明確表示總統(tǒng)在任何情況下都不會取消這次旅行。

The spokesman made it clear that the President would not cancel the trip under any circumstances.2.杰克對書架上那些書一本也不了解，所以他的選擇是很隨意的。

Jack had no idea of the book on the bookshelf, so his choice was arbitrary.3.隨后發(fā)生的那些事件再次證明了我的猜疑是對的。

The subsequent events once again confirmed that my suspicions were right.4.我認為我們應(yīng)該鼓勵中學生在暑假找臨時工作。

I think we should encourage high school students to find temporary jobs during summer holiday.5.令我們吃驚的是，這位常被贊為十分正直的州長竟然是個貪官。

To our surprise ,the governor, who had often been praised for his honesty ,turned out to be a corrupt official.6.少數(shù)工人工人得到提升，與此同時卻有數(shù)百名工人被解雇。

A few workers were promoted ,but meanwhile hundreds of workers were dismissed.7.如果有機會，約翰也許已成為一位杰出的畫家了。

Given the chance, John might have become an outstanding painter.8.數(shù)小時后，有人看見那個男孩在林子里瞎轉(zhuǎn)。

Several hours later, the boy was found wandering around in the woods.Unit3

1.許多美國大學生申請政府貸款交付學費。

Many American students apply for government loans to pay for their tuition.2.除閱讀教材外，使用電影和多媒體會激發(fā)學生學習的興趣。

Besides reading materials ,the use of films and multimedias can stimulate students’ interest in their study.3.這位律師試圖說服陪審團他的當事人是無辜的。

The attorney tired to convince the jury that his client is innocent.4.提問常常會引發(fā)創(chuàng)造的火花。

Asking questions often generates the spark of creativity.5.我已經(jīng)把我的簡歷寄往幾家公司，但尚未收到回復(fù)。

I have sent off my resume to a few companies, but haven’t received a reply yet.6.她的結(jié)論是建立在對當前國際情況進行了認真的分析的基礎(chǔ)上的。

Her conclusion is built on a careful analysis of current international affairs.7.我們滿懷希望地來參加會議，離開時卻大失所望。

We came to the meeting with great expectation, but we left very disappointed.8.暫時他只得接受了一份給一家化妝品公司發(fā)促銷傳單的活兒。

At the moment he has to take the job of disturbing leaflets to promote products for a cosmetic company.Unit 5 1.就能力而言，我肯定他能勝任這件工作。

As far as ability is concerned , I am sure he will qualify for the job.2.認為約翰會因為他的失禮而向他們正式道歉，那就錯了。

It is wrong to assume that John will formally apologize to them for the impoliteness.3.這一丑聞對正在力爭贏得大選的工黨來說，無疑是一件尷尬的事。

The scandal is certainly an embarrassment to the Labour Party aiming at winning the election.4.我正在努力地寫學期論文，可是我的小妹妹卻不斷沖進我的房間打擾我。

I was hard at work on my term paper ,but my little sister kept interrupted me by bursting into my room.5.我問她數(shù)次，而她拒絕回答我的問題。

I asked her several times ,but she refused to respond to my questions.6.在西方，人們常常郵購商品，這可以節(jié)省許多時間。

In the west,people often send away formail-order goods, which can save a lot of time.7.抱歉，時間不多了，我建議我們跳到最后一章。

Sorry time is running out , I suggest we skip to the last chapter.8.既然你決心盡快完成碩士課程，那就別讓你的社交生活妨礙你的學習。

since you’ve set your mind to finishing the master’s program as soon as possible,you should not let your social life stand in your way.Unit8

1.我們不贊成他認為自己應(yīng)得到特殊待遇的態(tài)度。

We don’t go along with his attitude of viewing himself special treatment.2.即使你是班上最好的學生之一，要保住成績也得常常溫習功課才行。

Even if you are one of the best students in the class, in order to maintain your grades you must review your lessons often.3.過去有關(guān)太空時代的某些幻想已經(jīng)成為現(xiàn)實。

Some fantasies of space time in the past have become reality.4.情況確實如此，有些人一生中很早就獲得成功，而另一些人則要工作很長時間方能實現(xiàn)自己的目標。

It is true that some people achieve success very early in life, while others must work a long time before attaining their goals.5.他堅持認為這次實驗的失敗主要是由于準備不足。

He maintained that the failure of the experiment was largely due to inadequate preparations.6.如今研究人員提倡我們應(yīng)該每天花些時間將自己想要達到的目標投射到心靈的屏幕上。

Nowadays,researchers advocate that we spend some time every day projecting our goals onto our hearts.

第四篇：翻譯答案大學英語精讀第二冊

Unit1 1.她砰地關(guān)上門，一聲不吭地走了，他們之間那場爭執(zhí)就此結(jié)束。Their argument ended when she slammed the door and left without a word.2.出席晚宴的客人對那個美國人威嚴的語氣感到有點意外。

The guests at the dinner party were slightly surprised at the commanding tone of the American.3.約翰尼已長大成熟，不再害怕獨自呆在家里了。Johnny has outgrown the fear of staying at home alone.4.當全部乘客都向出口處(exit)走去時，他卻獨自留在座位上，好像不愿意離開這架飛機似的。

While all the other passengers made for the exit, he alone remained in his seat as if unwilling to leave the plane.5.這封信必須交給威爾遜博士本人。

The letter is to be handed to Dr.Wilson himself.6.南希雖然很想?yún)⒓愚q論，但靦腆得不敢開口。

While she felt like joining in the argument, Nancy was too shy to open her mouth.7.你覺得什么時候最有可能在家里找到他？

What do you think is the likeliest time to find him at home? 8.獵人一看見有只狐貍從樹叢中出現(xiàn)并向他設(shè)下(lay)的陷阱(trap)方向跑去，臉上頓時閃出了興奮的表情。

The hunter’s face lit up with excitement as soon as he saw a fox emerge from among the bushes and run in the direction of / make for the trap he had laid.Unit2 1)會上有人建議任命一個十一人委員會來制定新章程。

It was suggested at the meeting that a committee of eleven be appointed to make a new constitution.2)這些青年科學家通過現(xiàn)場觀察，獲得了研究工作所需的第一手資料。

By making on-the-spot observations, the young scientists obtained first-hand information they needed in their research work.3)他很可能會因視力不好而被拒收入伍。

It is very likely that he will be rejected by the army because of his bad eyesight.4)委員會成員在新機場最佳選址(location)這一問題上持有不同意見。

The committee members have conflicting opinions as to the best location of the new airport.5)亨利創(chuàng)作的藝術(shù)品在許多方面比他兄弟的要好。

Henry's works of art are superior in many respects to those of his brother's.6)我們產(chǎn)品質(zhì)量的穩(wěn)步提高在很大程度上是由于設(shè)備有所改進。

The steady rise in the quality of our products owes much to the improvement of our equipment.7)吉姆本想按照自己的判斷行事，但他沒有這樣做，因為作為軍人他得服從命令。

Jim would have preferred to act on his own judgment, but he didn't because as a soldier he had to obey the order.8)如果讓我來決定我們是要一個沒有自行車的城市呢，還是要一個沒有汽車的城市，我會毫不猶豫地選擇后者。

Were it left to me to decide whether we should have a city without bikes or one without cars, I should not hesitate a moment to prefer the latter.Unit3

1)她在當?shù)匾患毅y行找到一份出納員的工作，但不久因不稱職而被解雇了。

She got a post as a cashier at a local bank.But she was soon fired because she proved to be incompetent.2)很明顯是他的年輕助手在經(jīng)營這家書店。

It is obviously/clearly his young assistant who is running the book store.3)這項建議在會上一宣布，她就站起來提出異議。

No sooner had the proposal been announced at the meeting than she got to her feet to protest.4)比爾已向哈佛大學申請助教職位，但他得到它的可能性很小。

Bill has applied to Harvard University for a teaching assistantship, but his chances of getting it are slim.5)由于缺乏資金，他們正在想辦法吸引外資。

Being short of funds, they are trying to attract foreign capital.6)這個房間有股霉味，一定是好久沒人住了。

The room smells of stale air.It must have been vacant for a long time.7)就業(yè)余愛好而言，珍妮和她妹妹幾乎沒有什么共同之處。

As far as hobbies are concerned, Jane and her sister have little in common.8)不言而喻，青年人的教育對于一個國家的未來是至關(guān)重要的。

It is self-evident that the education of the young is vital to the future of a country.Unit4

1)那小女孩跑得太快，身體一下失去平衡，跌倒了。

The little girl ran so fast that she was thrown off balance and fell over / down.2)他致力于研究工作的精神(devotion to research)給我留下了很深印象，但我對他那些深奧的理論絲毫不感興趣。

I was impressed by his devotion to research but I did not have the slightest interest in his profound theories.3)千萬別說可能會被人誤解的話。

Be sure not to say anything capable of being misunderstood.4)我被他們互相矛盾的意見搞糊涂了，不知如何去做才是。

I was so bewildered by their conflicting advice that I did not know how to act/what to do.5)起初，這個復(fù)雜問題使他們感到灰心喪氣，但經(jīng)過仔細思考后他們終于研究出了解決辦法。

At first this complicated problem frustrated them, but after thinking it over carefully they finally worked out a solution.6)體育代表團團長在少先隊員向他獻上一束鮮花時愉快地笑了。

The head of the sports delegation beamed with delight when a young pioneer presented him with a bunch of flowers.7)這學期我們都學習得不錯，我真不明白為什么我們的英語老師單單表揚了班長一個人。I really don't see why our English teacher should single out our monitor for praise since we have all done quite well this term.8)我相信比較高級的|(higher)|動物是由比較低級的（|lower）|動物進化而來（|develop from）的這一學說。

I believe in the theory that the higher animals developed from the lower ones.Unit6 1)只要你不斷努力，你遲早會解決這個難題的。

If / As long as you keep(on)trying, you will be able to resolve this difficult problem sooner or later.2)我們預(yù)料我們的計劃會受到抵制(resistance)。

We anticipate encountering / that we will encounter resistance to our plan / our plan will meet with resistance.3)吉姆的朋友說，他們那個城市的噪音污染十分嚴重，但是他們只好忍著。

Jim's friends said that the noise pollution in their city was terrible, but they had to live with it.4)湯姆起初認為，憑他的知識、技術(shù)和經(jīng)驗，一定能夠找到一份稱心如意的工作。

At first Tom thought that with his knowledge, skill and experience he was bound to find a satisfactory job.5)冷靜耐心地處理這個微妙(delicate)問題是明智的。

It would be wise / advisable to handle this delicate problem with calmness and patience.6)迪克以為，如果他拆不開那臺機器，那么很可能廠里別的工人也拆不開。

Dick thought that if he wasn't able to take the machine apart, chances were that no other worker in the plant could, either.7)你是否認為公共汽車司機應(yīng)對乘客的安全負完全的責任？

Do you think bus drivers should take full responsibility for the passengers' safety? 8)你不必再去多想那些判斷上的失誤了。重要的是盡量避免再犯。

You needn't dwell on your mistakes in judgment any more.What's important is to try your best to avoid repeating them

Unit8 1)巨額投資(investment)使這一地區(qū)的經(jīng)濟得以迅速發(fā)展。

Vast amounts of investment have enabled the economy of the area to grow rapidly.2)他們?yōu)樾陆ㄒ凰t(yī)院開展了一場籌款運動。

They launched a campaign to raise money for a new hospital.3)成功在于勤奮(diligence)，諾蘭醫(yī)生就是一個很好的例證。Success lies in diligence.Dr.Nolen is a case in point.4)他們都具有很高的道德標準，決不會受誘惑接受如此貴重的禮品。

Men of high moral standards, they are never to be tempted into taking such expensive gifts.5)有跡象表明，不少工廠正面臨著十分困難的局面。

There are indications that numerous factories are faced with a very difficult situation.6)警方找到誰是罪犯的重要線索后，在幾小時內(nèi)就以武裝搶劫罪拘捕了他。

The police arrested the criminal on a charge of armed robbery several hours after they found an important clue to his identity.7)調(diào)查顯示，對某些人來說，退休往往會造成心理上的病痛。

Investigation has revealed that retirement tends to cause psychological troubles for some people.8)醫(yī)療隊并沒有一味抱怨當?shù)蒯t(yī)院較差的工作條件。比如，好幾位醫(yī)生就曾用自己的錢購置了簡單的醫(yī)療器械。

The medical team did more than complain about the relatively poor working conditions at the local hospital.For instance, several doctors bought simple medical instruments with their own money

Unit9 1)一切都表明他的計劃出了毛病。

Everything points to the fact / indicates that something has gone wrong with his project / plan.2)作者認為，我們不應(yīng)想當然地以為那些智力測驗得分高的人在實際工作中就一定能干得好。

The author argues that we should not take it for granted that those who score high on intelligence tests will naturally do well in practical work.3)我挑出幾條英語習語（idiom），考了一下我的同班同學。I picked out some English idioms and tried them on my classmates.4)三位教授被請來對新教員設(shè)計的教案作出評估。

Three professors were asked to make an evaluation of the teaching plans devised by the new teachers.5)這對我們來說是個很小的損失，不要大驚小怪。

It is a very small loss to / for us.Don't make such a fuss over it.6)他比任何對手的得分都高得多，證明他不愧為一個勝利者。

He scored far more points / much higher than any of his rivals and proved himself a worthy winner.7)這兩只動物外貌很相似，但它們屬于不同的種類。

The two animals are similar in appearance, but they belong to different species.8)我并不確切知道他申請的貸款（loan）銀行是否會給他。

I don't know for sure whether the bank will grant him the loan he has applied for.

第五篇：大學英語精讀翻譯答案第四冊

UNIT1 1.我們接到通知，財政部長將于次日接見我們。

We were informed that the Minister of Finance was to give us an audience /receive us the next day.2.我覺得很奇怪，他似乎不記得自己的生日。

I thought it odd that he didn't seem to remember his own birthday.3.學期論文最遲應(yīng)在下星期二交來，可是至今大部分學生卻幾無進展。Next Tuesday is the deadline for handing in the term papers, but most students have hardly made a dent in the work so far.4.看到學生人數(shù)不斷減少，校長心里很難受。(pain)It pained the headmaster to find the number of students shrinking.5.在那個國家一般用現(xiàn)金付賬，但支票變得普遍起來了，不久會代替現(xiàn)金作為人們結(jié)賬的一種方式。

Cash is commonly used in paying bills in that country, but checks are becoming more popular and will, in a short while, replace cash as a way for people to settle their accounts.6.該公司聲稱，這條河流的污染不是它造成的。

The company claims that it is not responsible for the pollution in the river.UNIT2 1.比爾已是個成熟的小伙子，不再依賴父母替他做主。

Bill is a mature young man who is no longer dependent on his parents for decisions.2.這個地區(qū)有大量肉類供應(yīng)，但新鮮果蔬奇缺。

There are abundant supplies of meat in this region, but fresh fruit and vegetables are scarce.3.工程師們依靠工人們的智慧發(fā)明了一種新的生產(chǎn)方法，使生產(chǎn)率得以提高。Drawing on the wisdom of the workers, the engineers invented a new production method that led to increased productivity.4.他花了許多時間準備數(shù)學考試，因此當他獲知自己只得了個B時感到有點失望。

He spent a lot of time preparing for his math exam.Hence he was somewhat disappointed to learn that he got only a B 5.我們有充裕的時間從從容容吃頓午飯。We have ample time for a leisurely lunch.6.地方政府不得不動用儲備糧并采取其他緊急措施，以渡過糧食危機。The local government had to draw on its grain reserves and take other emergency measures so as to pull through the food crisis.UNIT5 1.我確信這項所謂(so-called)明智的決定，與期望相反，會帶來極其嚴重的后果。

I am convinced that, contrary to expectations, the so-called informed decision will bring very grave consequences.2.誠然，他曾欺騙你，但他已經(jīng)承認自己做錯了，并道了歉。所以你不應(yīng)該老是以懷疑的態(tài)度對待他。

It's true he once deceived you, but he has admitted he has done wrong and apologized.So you shouldn't always treat him with suspicion.3.他在這個問題公開進行辯論之前就已表明了自己的立場。He had taken a stand on the issue before it was openly debated.4.在調(diào)查過程中，他們發(fā)現(xiàn)了種種形式的政治腐敗，并揭露了許多貪官污吏(corrupt officials)。

In the course of their investigation, they discovered various forms of political corruption and exposed a number of corrupt officials.5.瑪麗的兩難處境是：把真相告訴老板從而失信于她的同事，還是讓老板蒙在鼓里從而辜負他的信任。

Mary's dilemma was whether to betray her colleagues by telling her boss the truth or to betray his trust by keeping him in the dark about it.6.首先，是什么使你認為這項規(guī)劃會促進改革?其次，你怎么知道這些改革會讓全縣得到好處? Now, in the first place, what has made you think(led you to think)this program will promote reforms, and in the second, how do you know these reforms will benefit the whole county? UNIT7 1.法庭的判決引起史密斯先生的朋友們的氣憤，他們相信他是無辜的。The court's judgment aroused anger among Mr.Smith's friends, who believed that he was innocent.2.當我們經(jīng)過那家價格昂貴的餐館時，父親催我們快走，他說在這樣高檔的(fancy)地方用餐是大大超過我們的經(jīng)濟能力的。

As we passed the expensive restaurant, father hurried us along saying that it was well beyond our means to have dinner at such a fancy place.3.老師在評價一篇文章并給它打分(grade vt.)時，可能是根據(jù)總的印象而不是根據(jù)仔細的分析(analysis)。

A teacher may evaluate and grade an essay on the basis of his general impression rather than on a detailed analysis.4.小狗(puppy)將我的一張畫搞壞了，我真想對它發(fā)火，可它那十分可愛(cute)的樣子使我不禁笑著把它從地上抱了起來。(be inclined to, ruin)I was inclined to get angry at the puppy for ruining my painting but he was so cute that I could not help but laugh and pick him up.5.愛德華(Edward)常常喜愛在那間可以眺望大海的房間里朗誦詩歌。Edward was in the habit of reciting poems in the room overlooking the sea.6.安東尼(Anthony)徹夜未眠，因為他對于是否得插手此事舉棋不定。Anthony stayed up all night because he just could not make up his mind whether or not to take a hand in the matter.