2013年大学英语四级翻译专题讲解1_第2页

(5)状语从句

真题：Leaving one’s job, __________(不管是什么工作), is a difficult change, even for those who look forward to retiring.(2008.6)

答案：whatever it is(让步状语从句)

真题：I am going to pursue this course, __________(无论我要作出什么样的牺牲).(2007.12)

答案：no matter what kind of sacrifice I have to make(让步状语从句)

真题：Some psychologists claim that people __________(出门在外时可能会感到孤独)(2006.12)

答案：may feel lonely when they are away from home(时间状语从句)

【真题】__________(大多数父母所关心的)is providing the best education possible for their children.(2008.12)

【解析】本题考查对主语从句的掌握。汉语中“所关心的”实际上是指“所关心的事情”，用英语表达则使用what引导的从句。What在主语从句中作介词的宾语。“关心”可以用be concerned about表达。

【答案】What most parents are concerned about