4.7　Conclusion

In conclusion,this chapter has examined the form and function of the three methodologies used in this project to answer the research questions.Firstly,the self-built parallel corpus method was discussed in terms of the choice of linguistic data,the ways of collecting the data,the essential form and code of the selected texts,and how the sample is analysed.This was followed by an examination of each element in the design of the second method used,a questionnaire.Particular focus has been given to the content of the questionnaire and its usefulness in being able to test the validity of the researcher’s suggested translation strategies.The rationale behind the choice of respondents-100 Chinese undergraduates who are majoring in English-was also discussed in terms of their appropriateness to the research aims,along with consideration of the ethical and legal issues in working with this type of respondent.Further support is provided by some invaluable interviews and communication between me and scholars/ practitioners who work in the related study areas.Their opinions help to support the data results,as well as to offer practical evidence to confirm the validity of the three hypotheses.(https://www.daowen.com)

More empirically focused chapters now follow that describe the procedure of data collection and data analysis,as well as a discussion of how these research findings are to be developed.