英语与新闻写作练习.doc

Yu Dan, Modern Messenger of Traditional Chinese Culture Introduction: The “Chinese Dream” column shares inspiring stories of Chinese women, particularly those from ordinary backgrounds whose extraordinary deeds make China and the world better a better place. Abstract: Yu Dan is a professor of media studies at Beijing Normal University. She shot to fame after giving lectures about her insights into the Analects of Confucius on China Central Television’s (CCTV) popular series Lecture Room in 2006. Despite receiving wide acclaim for her modern and simplified interpretations of the Analects, many scholars accused Yu of straying too far from the original text and misleading the public through her unfaithful interpretation. Text: I have three wishes. As a mother and a daughter, I wish my mother good health and a long life, and for my daughter to continue growing to be healthy, strong and smart. These are the top concerns my husband and I have. We find it rewarding to work hard to guarantee their well-being. I also wish my graduated students over the past 20 years can be safe and happy forever, and have fulfilling careers. I hope my current students can excel academically. As a Chinese, I wish my motherland to be strong and prosperous, and for all Chinese people to lead a happy life. China now has a bigger say in the international community. The country’s rising power has instilled confidence among its people toward future development. Dreams inspire people and encourage them pursue success through their passions, but idealistic youths should draw clear distinctions between dreams and fantasies. If a dream is realistic and gives a person strong desire to work hard to achieve what they want, it is worth pursuing. But if one indulges in their imagination and doesn’t take action to achieve goals set in their mind, their “dream” is merely a fantasy. People should have more tangible dreams and fewer fantasies to realize true happiness. Realization of the “Chinese Dream”