词汇训练 1

technological innovation

economic prosperity

extraordinary feat

plateau

traverse

vulnerable ecosystem 

ecological protection measures

the Chinese mainland 内地

has greatly promoted its economic development and improved the lives of local residents

enjoy the beautiful scenery along the line

The first/second half of the second century二世纪上半叶/下半叶

be depicted in

be romanticized and dramatized to varying degrees 

be widely recognized as a literary masterpiece

literature

has continued to captivate readers generation after generation 使...着迷

has exerted a wide and lasting influence on

the most influential of the four classic novels of Chinese literature 中国文学四大经典小说最具影响力的

the monk, accompanied by three attendants(随从)

the novel draws heavily on Chinese folk tales and myths(民间故事和神话素材)

create a variety of lifelike characters and animals (栩栩如生)

main characters/secondary characters

be depicted with distinct personalities(鲜明的个性)

recount 叙述、说明

rise and fall 兴衰

noble 贵族的、高尚的

reflect the hidden crises and intricate social conflicts of feudal society

intricate 错综复杂的，复杂精细的

feudal 封建的

a combination of realism and romanticism

with strong artistic appeal 具有很强的艺术感染力

it is widely regarded as one of the greatest literary creations in the world.

be beloved by

it is no exaggeration to say that 毫不夸张地说