6、Many people believe that capital punishment deters crime.But although criminologists have conducted exhaustive research regarding the subject，little evidence exists to support the claim.

很多人相信极刑能阻止犯罪。但是，虽然刑事学家就这一课题做了详尽的研究，几乎没有证据能支持这种说法。

7、When it comes to the increasing use of motor vehicles in Beijing，some people think that use should be limited.Others argue that the opposite is true.There is probably some truth to both arguments，but emission controls must be instituted regardless of the number of vehicles.

涉及北京机动车使用量增加这一问题，有的人认为应该限制使用。另一些人持相反意见。也许双方的观点都有一定道理，但是，无论车辆多少，必须对废气排放实行控制。

8、The use of guanxi is a widespread method for conducting business，but is it a wise one?The method is now being challenged by more and more people.

利用关系是做生意的普遍做法，但这种做法明智吗?现在，越来越多的人对这种方法提出了质疑。

9、These days we often hear about the widening gap between the rich and poor.Some argue the developed world has totally ignored the problem.But has it ?Close examination fails to bear out the argument.

最近，我们经常听到贫富差距扩大了的说法。一些人认为发达世界完全忽略了这个问题。事实是这样吗?细致的调查无法证实这一观点。

10、When asked about the ongoing uproar involving U.S. President Bill Clinton，most people say the affair involves a purely private matter.But many other people regard his actions as deplorable.I personally think the president committed impeachable offences.

当被问及对现在有关美国总统比尔。克林顿的沸沸扬扬的议论有什么看法时，大多数人认为这种暧昧关系纯属私事。但是，还有很多人认为他的行为应当受到谴责。我个人认为总统犯了这些过错，应该被指控。