126. The direct correlation between self-esteem and success also applies to one's ability to achieve .
自尊和成功的直接联系也适用于一个人取得成就的能力。
127. Improving the plight of teachers is indeed a priority item . However ， improving the overall education system is likewise no less important .
改善教师的困难处境的确是优先处理的一件事情。但是，改进整个教育系统同等重要。
128. China and United States share many things in common . Firstly ， both are major world powers . Secondly ， the two nations offer mutually beneficial factors for development—China with its vast potential market and labor force ， and the U.S. with its advanced technology and management expertise .
中国和美国有许多共同之处。首先，两个都是世界主要强国。第二，两个国家相互提供发展的有利因素——中国拥有巨大的潜在市场和劳动力，美国拥有先进的技术和专业的管理知识。
129. The shaky truce in the Middle East bears little resemblance to the realization of ultimate peace .
中东不可靠的休战与最终实现和平的相似性很小。
130. Idleness spawns discontent ， whereas overwork leads to mental and physical exhaustion .
懒惰滋生不满，而过度工作导致精神和身体的疲劳