scenic spots and historical sites

famous mountains and great rivers

fail in a competitive/imperial examination

gain in both fame and wealth

not just in name only;but also in reality

articulate (lit. smart words like a string of pearl)

to change for the better;take on an entirely new look;take care of everything

cover everything

a wise mother would try to find a good environment for her children's best education.

much-visited house;the shop is doing booming business;the courtyard is like a fair

families of equal standing;be well-matched in social and economic status (for marriage);good [marriage] match

having only one small flaw;everything is fine except for one small defect

a fly in the ointment

Every dog has his day

On festive occasions more than ever one thinks of one's dear ones far away.It is on the festival occasions when one misses his dear most

A man without a smiling face must not open a shop

Nothing can be accomplished without norms or standards

to be listless or apathetic

pretend to be an expert

be suddenly enlightened