1. To their surprise, the precious parcel was full of stones and sand!
    使他们惊讶的是：这珍贵的包裹里竟全是石头和沙子！

2. The city at one time must have been prosperous, for It enjoyed a high level of civilization.
    这座古城在一个时期准是很繁荣的,因为它曾享有高度文明.

3. Though the sound could be heard clearly, it took me a long time to react.
    虽然声音听得很清楚，可我过了好一会才反应过来。

4. This time it was the postman and he wanted me to sign for a registered letter!
    这次是邮递员让我签收一封挂号信！

5. The spheres had been magnetized and attracted or repelled each other all the time.
    这些球是经过磁化的，它们一直在互相排斥或互相吸引着。

6. The college was at one time of repute.
    这学院一度是所名牌大学。

7. The New Year is a time for resolutions.
    新年是下决心的时候.

8. The enemy was in full rout.
    敌人溃不成军。

9. There was no time for play now. On the roof of the schoolhouse some pigeons were softly cooing, and I said to myself, "
    现在可没功夫玩了. 在校舍的屋顶上有几只鸽子在咕咕地叫.

10. Their conversation was full of slang.
    他们的谈话充满了俚语。