对国家纪念碑的热爱（如拉什莫尔山） The American Love for National Monuments (Mount Rushmore) Duì guójiā jìniànbēi de rè'ài (rú lāshìmòshān)

Content Introduction

中文

拉什莫尔山国家纪念碑位于美国南达科他州，是美国最著名的国家纪念碑之一。山崖上刻有四位美国总统的巨型头像：乔治·华盛顿、托马斯·杰斐逊、西奥多·罗斯福和亚伯拉罕·林肯。这座纪念碑的建造始于1927年，历时14年才最终完工。

美国人对拉什莫尔山的热爱，不仅在于其壮观的雕塑和精湛的技艺，更在于它所代表的美国精神和历史内涵。这四位总统分别代表了美国历史上不同的重要时期和价值观：华盛顿代表建国，杰斐逊代表民主，罗斯福代表进步，林肯代表团结。他们所代表的价值观，如自由、民主、平等、团结，至今仍是美国社会的重要基石。

拉什莫尔山也成为了美国爱国主义教育的重要场所。许多美国学生在学校教育中都会学习到关于拉什莫尔山和这四位总统的历史故事。每年都有数百万游客前来参观，感受美国的历史和文化。它不仅仅是一个旅游景点，更是一个象征着美国精神和民族认同的文化地标。

这种对国家纪念碑的热爱，根植于美国的历史和文化传统。美国是一个相对年轻的国家，它通过对历史人物和重要事件的纪念，来强化民族认同感，培养爱国主义精神，并塑造共同的国家记忆。这与中国以历史朝代和文化传统为中心构建民族认同的方式有所不同，但都体现了民族自豪感和文化传承的重要性。

拼音

Lāshìmòshān guójiā jìniànbēi wèiyú měiguó nándǎkētà zhōu, shì měiguó zuì zhùmíng de guójiā jìniànbēi zhī yī. Shānyá shàng kè yǒu sì wèi měiguó zǒngtǒng de jùxíng tóuxiàng: qiáoyìzhì·huáshèngdùn, tuōmǎsī·jiéfèisù, xī'āo'ěrduō·luósīfú hé yàbòlā hán·línkěn. Zhè zuò jìniànbēi de jiànzào shǐyú 1927 nián, lìshí 14 nián cái zuìzhōng wángōng.

Měiguórén duì lāshìmòshān de rè'ài, bù jǐn zàiyú qí zhuàngguān de diàosù hé jīngzhàn de jìyì, gèng zàiyú tā suǒ dàibiǎo de měiguó jīngshen hé lìshǐ nèihán. Zhè sì wèi zǒngtǒng fēnbié dàibiǎo le měiguó lìshǐ shàng bùtóng de zhòngyào shíqī hé jiàzhíguān: huáshèngdùn dàibiǎo jiàn guó, jiéfèisù dàibiǎo mínzhǔ, luósīfú dàibiǎo jìnbù, línkěn dàibiǎo tuánjié. Tāmen suǒ dàibiǎo de jiàzhíguān, rú zìyóu, mínzhǔ, píngděng, tuánjié, zhìjīn réng shì měiguó shèhuì de zhòngyào jīshí.

Lāshìmòshān yě chéngwéi le měiguó àiguó zhǔyì jiàoyù de zhòngyào chǎngsuǒ. Xǔduō měiguó xuéshēng zài xuéxiào jiàoyù zhōng dōu huì xuéxí dào guānyú lāshìmòshān hé zhè sì wèi zǒngtǒng de lìshǐ gùshì. Měinián dōu yǒu shù bǎi wàn yóukè lái qían cānguān, gǎnshòu měiguó de lìshǐ hé wénhuà. Tā bù jǐn jìn shì yīgè lǚyóu jǐngdiǎn, gèng shì yīgè xiàngzhēngzhe měiguó jīngshen hé mínzú rèntóng de wénhuà dìbiāo.

Zhè zhǒng duì guójiā jìniànbēi de rè'ài, gēnzhi yú měiguó de lìshǐ hé wénhuà chuántǒng. Měiguó shì yīgè xiāngduì niánqīng de guójiā, tā tōngguò duì lìshǐ rénwù hé zhòngyào shìjiàn de jìniàn, lái qiánghuà mínzú rèntóng gǎn, péiyǎng àiguó zhǔyì jīngshen, bìng shùzào gòngtóng de guójiā jìyì. Zhè yǔ zhōngguó yǐ lìshǐ cháodài hé wénhuà chuántǒng wèi zhōngxīn gòujiàn mínzú rèntóng de fāngshì yǒusuǒ bùtóng, dàn dōu tǐxiàn le mínzú zìháogǎn hé wénhuà chuánchéng de zhòngyào xìng.

English

Mount Rushmore National Memorial, located in South Dakota, is one of the most famous national monuments in the United States. Carved into the mountainside are the giant heads of four U.S. presidents: George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Theodore Roosevelt, and Abraham Lincoln. Construction began in 1927 and took 14 years to complete.

The American love for Mount Rushmore lies not only in its spectacular sculptures and exquisite craftsmanship, but also in the American spirit and historical significance it represents. These four presidents represent different important periods and values in American history: Washington for the founding of the nation, Jefferson for democracy, Roosevelt for progress, and Lincoln for unity. The values they represent—freedom, democracy, equality, and unity—remain important cornerstones of American society.

Mount Rushmore has also become an important site for patriotic education in the United States. Many American students learn about the history of Mount Rushmore and these four presidents in school. Millions of tourists visit each year to experience American history and culture. It's not just a tourist attraction, but a cultural landmark symbolizing the American spirit and national identity.

This love for national monuments is rooted in American history and cultural tradition. As a relatively young nation, the U.S. strengthens national identity and cultivates patriotism by commemorating historical figures and important events, shaping a collective national memory. This differs from China's approach to constructing national identity, which centers on historical dynasties and cultural traditions, but both highlight the importance of national pride and cultural heritage.

Dialogues

Dialogues 1

中文

A: 你知道美国的拉什莫尔山国家纪念碑吗？
B: 知道，听说那里有四个美国总统的头像雕刻在山崖上，很壮观。
A: 是的，它象征着美国的历史和精神。许多美国人对它充满自豪感。
B: 这种自豪感从何而来呢？
A: 部分原因在于它代表着美国建国初期那些重要人物，他们为国家的建立和发展做出了巨大贡献，也代表着美国人民追求自由和民主的理想。
B: 所以说，参观拉什莫尔山不仅仅是欣赏雕塑，更是一种爱国主义教育？
A: 可以这么说，它也反映了美国人对历史和民族认同的重视。

拼音

A: Nǐ zhīdào měiguó de lāshìmòshān guójiā jìniànbēi ma?
B: Zhīdào, tīngshuō nàlǐ yǒu sì gè měiguó zǒngtǒng de tóuxiàng diàokè zài shān yá shàng, hěn zhuàngguān.
A: Shì de, tā xiàngzhēngzhe měiguó de lìshǐ hé jīngshen. Xǔduō měiguórén duì tā chōngmǎn zìháogǎn.
B: Zhè zhǒng zìháogǎn cóng hé ér lái ne?
A: Bùfèn yuányīn zàiyú tā dàibiǎozhe měiguó jiàn guó chūqī nàxiē zhòngyào rénwù, tāmen wèi guójiā de jiànlì hé fāzhǎn zuò chū le jùdà gòngxiàn, yě dàibiǎozhe měiguó rénmín zhuīqiú zìyóu hé mínzhǔ de lǐxiǎng.
B: Suǒyǐ shuō, cānguān lāshìmòshān bù jǐnjin shì xīnshǎng diàosù, gèng shì yī zhǒng àiguó zhǔyì jiàoyù?
A: Kěyǐ zhème shuō, tā yě fǎnyìngle měiguórén duì lìshǐ hé mínzú rèntóng de zhòngshì.

English

A: Do you know Mount Rushmore National Memorial in the United States?
B: Yes, I've heard that there are sculptures of four U.S. presidents carved into the mountainside. It's spectacular.
A: Yes, it symbolizes American history and spirit. Many Americans are very proud of it.
B: Where does this pride come from?
A: Partly because it represents those important figures from the early days of the United States who made great contributions to the founding and development of the country, and also represents the ideals of the American people in pursuit of freedom and democracy.
B: So visiting Mount Rushmore is not just about appreciating the sculptures, but also a kind of patriotic education?
A: You could say that. It also reflects Americans' emphasis on history and national identity.

Cultural Background

中文

Mount Rushmore represents a key aspect of American national identity and patriotism.

Visiting Mount Rushmore is a common American experience, often associated with family vacations and road trips.

The monument's construction and the choice of presidents featured reflect specific historical and political contexts within the United States.

Advanced Expressions

中文

Mount Rushmore embodies the American spirit of exceptionalism.

The monument serves as a potent symbol of American historical continuity.

Mount Rushmore is a pilgrimage site for many Americans seeking a connection to their national heritage.

Key Points

中文

Suitable for discussions about American culture, history, and national identity.,Appropriate for audiences of all ages, with adjustments in complexity for younger children.,Common mistakes include mispronouncing the names of the presidents or overlooking the historical context of the monument.,It's important to understand that the depiction of these presidents, and the act of creating the monument itself, are subject to varying interpretations and historical perspectives.

Practice Tips

中文

Practice pronouncing the names of the presidents and the location correctly.

Research the historical significance of each president featured on Mount Rushmore.

Prepare to discuss the symbolism of the monument and its importance to Americans.

Consider discussing the potential controversies or criticisms surrounding the monument, and show your ability to view from different perspectives.