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。
which I found most helpful on the cross-country journey, but which I did not think I should need on the last stage.
在乡间行车途中,我觉得它非常有用,但快到家了,我倒觉得它没什么用了。