英譯中:請將下列英文譯為中文。(20 分)
We benefit from taxing our brains with the mental exercise of humor, much as we benefit
from the physical exercise of a long run or a tough tennis match. Comedy extends our
mental stamina and improves our mental flexibility. Having an active sense of humor
helps us to get more from life, both cognitively and emotionally.
翻譯:請將下列中文段落翻譯成英文,英文段落翻譯成中文。
近幾十年來臺灣首次被美國國務院納入,成為合作培訓華語外交人才地區。20 名
來自全美各地大學精英學生在臺南成功大學開訓,展開為期八週的語言文化融合
密集訓練。美國國務院從2006 年啟動「關鍵語言獎學金計畫」,陸續送美國學生
暑期到各國學習語言與當地文化,以培養未來的政治、外交專業外語人才。除語
言學習,成大華語中心也安排學生學做台菜,篆刻、茶道及國劇等課程。(20 分)
A recent study found that test scores were 6.41 percent higher at schools where
cellphone use is prohibited. The researchers concluded that mobile phones can have a
negative impact on productivity through distraction, particularly among low-achieving
students, who benefitted most from the ban.
Many in the pro-technology camp say that students are not distracted if their teachers
are engaging, a statement that exasperates soon-to-be former teacher Mandy Hill. She
recently brought a Holocaust survivor into class to talk about World War II, and noticed
that one of her students was tweeting during the talk. “Should I have told the Holocaust
survivor to be a little more engaging?” Hill said.(20 分)
英文作文:請就以下主題,撰寫一篇約300 字的英文作文。(30 分)
Tennessee Williams, a famous American dramatist, said, “You can be young without
money, but you can’t be old without it.” Do you agree or not? Support your answer with
specific examples and details.