知识群体（名词）

(noun) Well-educated members of any nation, community, or group.

EXAMPLE: The university's student clerisy consisted of a few thoughtful young people who read fine literature for pleasure, in contrast with the majority who only read books required by their classes.

这所大学的学生群体由两部分组成，少数是一些爱思考的学生，以阅读优秀文学作品为乐；相比之下，其他的大部分学生只读课程要求的书。

连锁反应

A series of events that are caused by a preceding event, like ripples caused by a pebble tossed in a pool of still water.

EXAMPLE: A major economic crisis in one large nation can cause a ripple effect that causes financial difficulties in many other parts of the world.

大国发生重大经济危机可能会带来连锁反应，导致世界其他地区出现金融困难。