As the social civilization develops at a fast speed, the new century has brought us with an unprecedented variety of recreational activities ranging from traditional outdoor activities such as playing ball games to all kinds of other indoor activities. People can do sports, singing karaoke, go dancing, go to the movies, play video games or online games, or surf the Internet.

　　随着社会文明的发展速度比较快，新世纪给我们带来了与从传统的户外活动如打球到其他各种室内活动空前的各种娱乐活动。人们可以做运动，唱歌，跳舞唱歌，看电影，玩游戏或在线游戏，或上网冲浪。

　　On one hand, recreational activities are good to people’s health, both physically and mentally. Sports and dancing can keep people fit. Singing karaoke will bring more excitement and enrich people’s life. Playing video games can satisfy people’s imagination and develop people’s intelligence. Surfing the Internet can bring people plenty of information and knowledge. What’s more, some recreational activities, such as going to the cinema or theatre, playing volleyballs in a team will be inductive to strengthen the affection of the family.

　　一方面，娱乐活动对人们的健康有益，包括身体上和精神上的。体育和跳舞可以使人健康。唱卡拉OK将带来更多的刺激和丰富人们的生活。玩游戏可以满足人们的想象和开发人的智力。上网能给人们带来的信息和知识丰富。更重要的是，一些娱乐活动，比如去电影院或剧院，在一队打排球将感应加强对家庭的影响。

　　On the other hand, some recreational activities, such as playing mahjong and poker, might be time-consuming and harmful if people are addicted. Spending too much time and money on these activities will seriously influence people’s normal lives. There are also some on-line games which is great appeal to the young generation. Those who are indulged in the games may waste too much time to study and exercise.

　　另一方面，一些娱乐活动，如打麻将和扑克，如果人是上瘾的是耗时的和有害的。花太多的时间和金钱在这些活动会严重影响人们的正常生活。也有一些在线游戏的是年轻一代的巨大的吸引力。那些沉迷于游戏可能浪费太多的时间来学习和锻炼。

　　As far as I am concerned, people should take part in meaningful recreational activities and try to benefit more from recreational activities. Only in this way, can they become more energetic and creative when they work and study. When it comes to those addictive, and less meaningful activities, I think to stay away from them is a wise decision.

　　在我看来，人们应该参加有意义的休闲活动，试图从娱乐活动更多的利益。只有这样，他们才能变得更有活力和创意时，他们的工作和学习。当谈到那些上瘾的，少的有意义的活动，我想远离他们是一个明智的决定。