An important property of a scientific theory is its ability to stimulate further research and further thinking about a particular topic. 一种科学理论的重要性之一应是它能够促动对某一特殊议题做进一步的研究和思考。
When reading books, start from the easy to the difficult, and then from the redundant to the concise.
读书要从薄读到厚,再从厚读到薄。
Tylor defines culture as "... that complex whole which includes belief, art ,morals, law, custom, and any other capabilities and habits acquired by man as a member of society,"
泰勒把文化定义为“...一个复合整体,它包括人作为社会成员所获得的信仰、艺术、道德、法律、风俗以及其他能力和习惯。”(2003 考研英译汉)
Supporters of the new supersystems argue that these mergers will allow for substantial cost reductions and better coordinated services. 支持超大铁路集团的人宣称,公司合并有利于大幅度地降低成本,也有利于提供更好的相互协调的服务。 (2003 考研阅读)
Drugs (substances) that affect the central nervous system and alter perception,mood, and behavior are known as psychoactive substances. 那些影响中枢神经系统,改变人们的直觉、情绪和行为的药品(物质)被称为心里活性药物。 (1997 考研阅读)
If ambition is be well regarded, the rewards of ambiton—wealth, distinction, control over one's destiny—must be deemed worthy of the sacrifices made on ambition's behalf.
如果能正确看待雄心壮志,那么它所带来的回报—财富、荣誉、对命运的主宰——会使人觉得为之做出的牺牲是值得的。 (2000 考研阅读)