In ancient times the rich used jade or gold chopsticks to display their wealth.
在古代,富人家用玉或金子制成筷子以显示其家庭的富有。
Some of my acquaintances in the country come up to town once or twice a year to visit the theatre as a special treat.
我在乡村有一些熟人,他们每年进城来看一回或几回戏,并把此看作一种特殊的享受。