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外刊精选|中国人太爱吃榴莲,催生一批东南亚“榴莲富豪”?
夏季是吃榴莲的最佳时期。榴莲被称为“水果之王”,虽然闻着臭,但吃着香且营养丰富,是很多水果喜爱者的心头好。尽管最近关于“榴莲价格腰斩”的话题冲上热搜,但中国人对于这种水果的热爱,极大刺激了东南亚地区的榴莲生产和出口。今天这篇来自《纽约时报》的文章就详细论述了这一点。中国人到底有多喜爱榴莲?“榴莲经济”给东南亚当地农户的生活带来了怎样的改变?
China's Lust for Durian Is Creating Fortunes in Southeast Asia
By Thomas Fuller
The fruit, durian, has long been a cherished part of local cultures in Southeast Asia, where it is grown in abundance. A single durian is typically the size of a rugby ball and can emit an odor so powerful that it is banned from most hotels.
Then, China acquired a taste for durian in a very big way.
Last year, the value of durian exports from Southeast Asia to China was $6.7 billion, a twelvefold increase from $550 million in 2017. China buys virtually all of the world’s exported durians, according to United Nations data. The biggest exporting country by far is Thailand; Malaysia and Vietnam are the other top sellers.
The Thai durian industry is centered in Chanthaburi Province. During peak harvest season, in May and June, heaping piles of durian are everywhere. Around 1,000 shipping containers of durian leave packing houses throughout Chanthaburi every day, creating durian traffic jams that rival manic Bangkok intersections.
Across Chanthaburi, the signs of durian wealth are everywhere: modern houses and new hospitals. A shopping mall, inaugurated two years ago, hosted a car show in April.
"When you're from another province and you arrive here, you come to realize that durian farmers are very, very rich," said Abhisit Meechai, a car dealer who was selling MG vehicles.
"Never judge a book by its cover," Mr. Abhisit said of his customers who are durian farmers. "They come with dirty clothes and dirty hands. But they pay for their cars with cash."
【词汇过关】
请写出下面文单词在文章中的中文意思。
1.lust英 [lʌst] 美 [lʌst]n. ________________________________________
2.durian英 [ˈdʒʊəriən] 美 [ˈdʊriən]n. ________________________________________
3.fortune英 [ˈfɔːtʃuːn] 美 [ˈfɔːrtʃuːn]n.________________________________________
4.cherished英 [ˈtʃerɪʃt] 美 [ˈtʃerɪʃt]adj. ________________________________________
5.cherish v.________________________________________
6.typically英 [ˈtɪpɪkli] 美 [ˈtɪpɪkli]adv. ________________________________________
7.emit英 [iˈmɪt] 美 [iˈmɪt]v. ________________________________________
8.odor英 [ˈəʊdə] 美 [ˈoʊdər]n. ________________________________________
9.acquire v. ________________________________________
10.value英 [ˈvæljuː] 美 [ˈvæljuː]n. ________________________________________
11.export英 [ɪkˈspɔːt] 美 [ˈekspɔːrt]n. ________________________________________
12.import n. ________________________________________
13.twelvefold英 [ˈtwelvfəʊld] 美 [ˈtwelvfoʊld]adj. ______________________
14.virtually英 [ˈvɜːtʃuəli] 美 [ˈvɜrːtʃuəli]adv. ________________________________________
15.peak英 [piːk] 美 [piːk]adj. ________________________________________
16.heaping英 [ˈhiːpɪŋ] 美 [ˈhiːpɪŋ]adj. ________________________________________
17.heap v. ________________________________________
18.ship v. ________________________________________
19.rival英 [ˈraɪvl] 美 [ˈraɪvl]v. ________________________________________
20.manic英 [ˈmænɪk] 美 [ˈmænɪk]adj. ________________________________________
21.intersection英 [ˌɪntəˈsekʃn] 美 [ˌɪntərˈsekʃn]n. ________________
22.inaugurate英 [ɪˈnɔːɡjəreɪt] 美 [ɪˈnɑːɡjəreɪt]v. ____________________
23.inauguration n. ________________________________________
【词块学习】
请从文章中找到下面中文相对应的文词块。
1.his lust for power ___________________
2.make a fortune ___________________
3.spend a fortune ___________________
4.cherish the memory of something ___________________
5.grow in abundance ___________________
6.abundance n. ___________________
7.in abundance(习语)___________________
8.emit a clicking sound ___________________
9.a foul odour ___________________
10.a pungent odour ___________________
11.acquire a taste for something ___________________
12.in a very big way ___________________
13.increase in value ___________________
14.fall in value ___________________
15.piles of ___________________
16.shipping container ___________________
17.come to realize ___________________
18.say of ___________________
拓展练习阅读理解
Globalization has reshaped the world in profound ways, joining nations closely together through trade, communication, and cultural exchange. While many celebrate the economic opportunities it brings, globalization also poses significant challenges to local cultures, which can be overshadowed by a homogenizing global culture. This raises a complex debate: Does globalization enrich local cultures or endanger them?
On one hand, globalization allows for an unprecedented exchange of ideas, customs, and values. It exposes individuals to diverse cultures, promoting understanding and tolerance among different societies. For example, international festivals and food fairs introduce people to foreign cuisines and traditions, enriching their cultural experience and broadening their worldviews.
However, the other side of this cultural exchange is often a dilution of distinct local identities. As global brands dominate markets worldwide, local businesses and traditions can struggle to survive. The widespread existence of fast food chains like McDonald’s and Starbucks in cities around the world is a proof to this trend. This not only leads to the disappearance of unique cultural landmarks but also to a more homogenized global culture where local features may struggle to find a place.
Furthermore, the pressure to adapt to global market demands often reshapes local cultures in ways that prioritize profitability over genuineness. Traditional crafts and practices are commercialized and removed of their original meaning to appeal to mass markets. This can lead to a shallow understanding of cultural symbols, which are disassociated from their rich historical contexts.
Despite these challenges, globalization is not necessarily a disaster for local cultures. Many communities have turned globalization to their advantage by promoting cultural tourism and exporting local products that represent their unique traditions and histories. This not only helps preserve cultural identities but also supports local economies.
In conclusion, globalization presents both opportunities and threats to local cultures. It enriches cultural understanding on a global scale while also risking the erosion of unique cultural identities. The challenge lies in finding a balance that respects and preserves local traditions while engaging with the global community.
13.How does globalization contribute positively to cultural understanding?
A.By removing all cultural differences.
B.By increasing the profitability of local businesses.
C.By enforcing a uniform educational system worldwide.
D.By introducing people to various cultures and promoting tolerance.
14.Which statement best describes a challenge posed by globalization to local cultures?
A.Globalization promotes understanding and tolerance.
B.Globalization has no significant impact on local cultures.
C.Globalization leads to the loss of unique cultural landmarks.
D.Globalization primarily supports local economies through cultural tourism.
15.What does the underlined word “dilution” in paragraph 3 mean?
A.Recognition. B.Strengthener. C.Mission. D.Reduction.
16.What is the best title for the text?
A.Globalization: A Double-Edged Sword for Local Cultures
B.The Benefits of Globalization for Cultural Exchange
C.Preserving Local Cultures in a Globalized World
D.The Threats of Globalization to Local Identities
外刊精选答案
【词汇过关】
请写出下面文单词在文章中的中文意思。
1.lust英 [lʌst] 美 [lʌst]n. (强烈的)欲望
2.durian英 [ˈdʒʊəriən] 美 [ˈdʊriən]n. 榴莲
3.fortune英 [ˈfɔːtʃuːn] 美 [ˈfɔːrtʃuːn]n. (大笔大笔的)钱
4.cherished英 [ˈtʃerɪʃt] 美 [ˈtʃerɪʃt]adj. 珍贵的,珍爱的
5.cherish v. 钟爱,珍爱;珍藏
6.typically英 [ˈtɪpɪkli] 美 [ˈtɪpɪkli]adv. 通常,一般(normally)
7.emit英 [iˈmɪt] 美 [iˈmɪt]v. 散发,发出(光、热、声音等)
8.odor英 [ˈəʊdə] 美 [ˈoʊdər]n. 气味,臭味
9.acquire v. 获得,得到
10.value英 [ˈvæljuː] 美 [ˈvæljuː]n. 价值
11.export英 [ɪkˈspɔːt] 美 [ˈekspɔːrt]n. 出口
12.import n. 进口
13.twelvefold英 [ˈtwelvfəʊld] 美 [ˈtwelvfoʊld]adj. 十二倍的
14.virtually英 [ˈvɜːtʃuəli] 美 [ˈvɜrːtʃuəli]adv. 几乎,差不多
15.peak英 [piːk] 美 [piːk]adj. 高峰时期的
16.heaping英 [ˈhiːpɪŋ] 美 [ˈhiːpɪŋ]adj. 堆得很高的
17.heap v. 堆积
18.ship v. (用船)运送,运输
19.rival英 [ˈraɪvl] 美 [ˈraɪvl]v. 比得上,与……相匹敌
20.manic英 [ˈmænɪk] 美 [ˈmænɪk]adj. 忙乱的
21.intersection英 [ˌɪntəˈsekʃn] 美 [ˌɪntərˈsekʃn]n. 十字路口,交叉路口
22.inaugurate英 [ɪˈnɔːɡjəreɪt] 美 [ɪˈnɑːɡjəreɪt]v. 为……举行开幕式、举行落成典礼;正式就任
23.inauguration n. 就职典礼
【词块学习】
请从文章中找到下面中文相对应的文词块。
1.his lust for power 他对权力的强烈欲望
2.make a fortune 赚大钱
3.spend a fortune 花很多钱
4.cherish the memory of something 珍藏某一段回忆
5.grow in abundance盛产
6.abundance n. 大量,充裕
7.in abundance(习语)充足
8.emit a clicking sound 发出咔哒咔哒的声音
9.a foul odour 难闻的气味
10.a pungent odour 一股刺鼻的味道
11.acquire a taste for something喜欢上……
12.in a very big way描述一件事情程度很大
13.increase in value 升值
14.fall in value 贬值
15.piles of成堆的,一大堆的
16.shipping container货运集装箱
17.come to realize逐渐明白,逐渐认识到
18.say of提到,评论
【全文翻译】
中国人对于榴莲的喜爱,正为东南亚带来财富
东南亚盛产榴莲,这种水果长期以来都是当地文化中珍贵的一部分。一颗榴莲通常和一个橄榄球的大小差不多,会散发出一种浓烈的气味,以至于大多数酒店都禁止携带入内。
后来,许多中国人爱上了榴莲。
去年,从东南亚出口到中国的榴莲价值为67亿美元,是2017年5.5亿美元的12倍。联合国的数据显示,中国几乎购买了世界上所有出口的榴莲。目前,最大的榴莲出口国是泰国,马来西亚和越南也是主要的出口国。
泰国的榴莲产业主要集中在庄他武里府(Chanthaburi)。在5月和6月的收获旺季,成堆成堆的榴莲随处可见。每天约有1000个运送榴莲的集装箱从庄他武里府各地的包装工厂运出,榴莲造成的交通拥堵堪比曼谷繁忙的十字路口。
在整个庄他武里府,榴莲创造财富的迹象随处可见,比如,现代化的房屋和全新建造的医院。一家两年前落成的购物中心在今年4月还举办了一场车展。
汽车经销商阿披实·米猜(Abhisit Meechai)说:“当你从其他各府来到这里,你就会发现榴莲农户们都非常、非常有钱。”当时,他正在推销名爵汽车(MG)。
“千万不要以貌取人。” 阿披实在谈到他的榴莲农户顾客时这样说。“他们的衣服脏,手也脏,但他们却能用现金直接买车。”
拓展练习阅读理解
13.D 14.C 15.D 16.A
【导语】本文是一篇议论文。文章主要探讨了全球化对地方文化的双重影响, 既促进了文化的理解与融合, 也威胁到了地方文化的独特性, 强调在全球化背景下寻找平衡的重要性。
13.推理判断题。根据第二段“It exposes individuals to diverse cultures, promoting understanding and tolerance among different societies.(它使个人接触到不同的文化,促进不同社会之间的理解和宽容。)”可推知, 全球化通过使人们接触不同的文化并促进不同社会文化之间的理解和宽容, 从而对文化理解产生积极影响。故选D。
14.细节理解题。根据第三段“This not only leads to the disappearance of unique cultural landmarks but also to a more homogenized global culture where local features may struggle to find a place.(这不仅会导致独特的文化地标消失,还会导致全球文化更加同质化,地方特色可能难以找到一席之地。)”可知, 全球化导致独特的文化地标消失, 以及更加同质化的全球文化, 这对地方文化来说是一个挑战。故选C。
15.词义猜测题。根据画线词下文“This not only leads to the disappearance of unique cultural landmarks but also to a more homogenized global culture where local features may struggle to find a place.(这不仅会导致独特的文化地标消失,还会导致全球文化更加同质化,地方特色可能难以找到一席之地)”可知, 标准化的全球文化会导致独特的文化地标消失。由此可推知, 画线词与D项: Reduction(减小,降低)意思相近。故选D。
16.主旨大意题。通读全文以及文章第一段“Globalization has reshaped the world in profound ways, joining nations closely together through trade, communication, and cultural exchange. While many celebrate the economic opportunities it brings, globalization also poses significant challenges to local cultures, which can be overshadowed by a homogenizing global culture. This raises a complex debate: Does globalization enrich local cultures or endanger them?(全球化以深刻的方式重塑了世界,通过贸易、通信和文化交流将各国紧密地联系在一起。虽然许多人庆祝全球化带来的经济机会,但全球化也给当地文化带来了重大挑战,这些挑战可能会被同质化的全球文化所掩盖。这引发了一场复杂的辩论:全球化是丰富了当地文化,还是危及了它们?)”可知, 本文主要讨论了全球化对地方文化的双重影响, 既有积极的一面, 也有挑战和威胁。由此可推知, A项: Globalization: A Double-Edged Sword for Local Cultures(全球化:地方文化的双刃剑)最适合作文章标题。故选A。
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