When you study abroad in France, you can expect to be treated the same as your native classmates, whether in a lecture or a discussion class.
While you can study abroad in France and focus on nearly any subject, it’s the students with a passion for the arts, architecture and history that rush to the country in the largest numbers. And that’s no shock, considering that France has been the center of the arts for centuries.
As students of the arts, you will have to make careful use of your time, given all that France has to offer.
--Visit the Louvre to view the works of French artists such as Monet, Matisse and Renoir;
--Read the works of such French literary geniuses as Baudelaire, Proust and Voltaire;
--Listen to the music of Debussy, or more contemporary (当代的) artists like Air and Daft Punk.
France is also a main destination for architecture students, as you will see architecture in nearly every style:
--The Gothic Chateau de Chambord, built in the 1500s;
--Place Dauphine built in 1607 in Baroque style;
--The post—modern housing development, Marne—la—Vallee.
History students will find that France has been where the action is for quite some time. Over the course of the centuries, it has been the stage for the most important developments in the history of mankind, including the French Revolution, the rise of Napoleon and the rise of the Fifth Republic under President Charles de Gaulle. It was also the site of the D —Day invasion (诺曼底登陆) of world War II.
As a possible study abroad location, France has a lot to offer, because the combination of educational institutions (教育机构), arts and culture, and national history are second to none.
1. What can we learn about studying abroad in France from the text?| A．Few students choose to study in France. |
| B．France is the best place for students who love the arts. |
| C．Students from China are usually treated badly. |
| D．There are no lectures and discussion classes. |
| A．Enjoy Voltaire’s music. | B．Listen to Proust’s music. |
| C．View Monet’s works in the Louvre. | D．Read Renoir’s literary works. |
| A．A study abroad website | B．An architecture advertisement. |
| C．A history book. | D．A fashion magazine. |
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【推荐1】Our Annual Cultural Events
A Night in Rio
We are proud to bring the energy and enthusiasm of Brazilian Carnival to Charlotte with A Night in
Rio! Get a taste of Carnival through dancing, live music, authentic food, drinks and marketplace. Put on your green and yellow, and join us for the unforgettable experience of Brazilian Carnival!
Date: Saturday, February 24, 2018
TICKETS AVAILABLE ONLY AT THE DOOR
Location: Neighborhood Theatre, Charlotte
Time: 7 PM
Ritmo & Sabor
We are thrilled to bring the annual celebration Ritmo & Sabor Festival! Featuring dance performances and FREE dance lessons and delicious, authentic Latin cuisine, this festival will be a fantastic celebration for the entire family to enjoy! Food and beer will be available for purchase. Come out to enjoy a great summer evening of Ritmo & Sabor!
Date: Saturday July 2, 2018
Location: International & Cultural Center, Charlotte
Time: 5-11 PM
FREE ADMISSION
Las Américas
Join us in the annual celebration LAS AMÉRICAS! We display our history and identity of Latin America through musical performances, story-telling and poetry. Enjoy yourself with local artists, shop your way through a market of arts and crafts and join in some of the finest Latin American cuisine.
Date: August 18, 2018
Location: Midwood International & Culture Center, Charlotte
Time: 2-7 PM
Admission is FREE.
Latin American Festival
Festival Latinoamericano returns for its 28th year, with musical artists and dance performances, a diverse authentic selection of Latin American food, visual artists, and a street festival environment with activities for the whole family.
Location: Symphony Park at South Park Mall, Charlotte
Date: Saturday Sept. 29 (1-8pm)
Admission: $10; Children aged 8 & under are free.
1. What does Ritmo & Sabor mainly provide?
| A．Music and visual art. | B．Food and beer. |
| C．Dance and poetry. | D．Dance and food. |
| A．Buy some local crafts as souvenirs. |
| B．Enjoy typical Latin American beer. |
| C．Dance in green and yellow clothes. |
| D．Watch local dancers’ performances. |
| A．Las Américas. | B．Ritmo & Sabor. |
| C．A Night in Rio. | D．Latin American Festival. |
【推荐2】Labor Day Weekend at Paramount Pictures Studios
This Labor Day weekend, join the Los Angeles Times for 3 evenings of amazing food, wine and chef experiences. Dozens of hand-picked local restaurants each evening will showcase our city’s rich and diverse cooking scene by serving you their best. Taste and celebrate Southern California’s most inviting food and drink. Your ticket is all-inclusive and is good for unlimited food, beer, wine & spirits tastings, plus all stage activities.
PLEASE NOTE: ALL EVENTS AT THE TASTE ARE 21 YEARS AND OLDER ONLY AND ALL SALES ARE FINAL.
A VIP Access level ticket gets you:
• Convenient and free parking inside the Paramount Pictures gates (savings of $15)
• Access to furnished lounge during the entire event
• Behind the scenes tour of Paramount Pictures Studios
• First in the door access to the main event
Due to the nature of this event, we are not able to offer refunds.
SCHEDULE
Friday, August 31: 7:30 p.m.-10:30p.m.
Saturday, September 1: 8:00 p.m.-10:30p.m.
Sunday, September 2: 8:00 p.m.-10:30p.m.
Make sure to also save the date for our new Costa Mesa weekend of Los Angeles Times The Taste on October 19 to 21. Details here.
1. On which day does the Labor Day event last longest?| A．August 31. | B．September 1. |
| C．September 2. | D．October 21. |
| A．Experience hands-on cooking. |
| B．Enjoy a family tour with children. |
| C．Watch performances in the daytime. |
| D．Have meals in local restaurants for free. |
| A．Parking a car at a discount. |
| B．Living in a furnished room. |
| C．Getting their money back as they like. |
| D．Having the chance to learn more about the Studios. |
| Changzhou government just announced new policies for e-Bikes, especially for those who have not registered their vehicles. It’s the last chance for you to register before 15 April, 2019. 1. standardize the production and sales of e-Bikes ※ Since April 15，2019，electric bicycle products that do not meet the new national standard and have not obtained the China Compulsory Certification (CCC certification) are not allowed to be shipped or sold. 2. standardize the registration of electric bicycles ※ Before April 15, 2019, everyone with their valid ID card can go to the nearest electric bicycle license sales point to register their unlicensed electric bicycles and be issued the unified electric bicycle number plate for free. ※ Encourage electric bike owners to take out third-party liability(责任) insurance for electric bicycles. 3. standardize the safety management of e-Bikes ※ The transition(过渡) period management is carried out for electric bicycles that receive temporary permit cards (those may not agree with new national standard). The transition period starts from April 15, 2019 and is due on April 14, 2024. It is not allowed to ride on the road after the transition period. ※ Investigate the illegal traffic behaviors such as unlicensed roads, red lights, cross-line parking, reverse driving, driving on motor vehicle lane, speeding, and other traffic violations according to the law, and take pictures of illegal behavior by using the electronic camera, face recognition and other technical means to carry out on-site law enforcement. ※ Perfect the transportation credit-management system, and ensure on-site law enforcement. Announced by: Changzhou Public Security Bureau Changzhou Industrial and Information Technology Bureau Changzhou Municipal Market Supervision Administration 15 March, 2019 |
1. What must you do if you drive an e-bike legally in Changzhou after April 15, 2019?
| A．Buy a new e-Bike meeting the new national standard before April 15, 20)9. |
| B．Pay to register your unlicensed e-Bike before April 15, 2019. |
| C．Take out third-party liability insurance for your e-Bike before April 15, 2019. |
| D．Obtain an e-Bike number plate or a temporary permit curd before April 15, 2019. |
| A．the transition period for registration is five years long |
| B．six illegal traffic behaviors will be specially investigated |
| C．high technology will be used for law enforcement on the spot |
| D．the announcement is made for the sake of economic development |
【推荐1】Five ancient Chinese poems about spring
As the winter chill still lingers through early spring longing for warm days has sprung up everywhere. Before the flowers are in full blossom here is a collection of ancient Chinese poems picturing the revival of life during spring. The English translations used in this article are from Chinese translator Xu Yuanchong.
Spring Morning — by Meng Haoran （689 —740） of the Tang Dynasty （618 —907）
This spring morning in bed I’m lying. Not to awake till birds are crying. After one night of wind and showers How many are the fallen flowers！
Written in a Village South of the Capital — by Cui Hu （772—846） of the Tang Dynasty
In this house on this day last year a pink face vied
In beauty with the pink peach blossoms side by side.
I do not know today where the pink face has gone
In the vernal breeze still smile pink peach blossoms full －blown.
Happy Rain on a Spring Night （Excerpts） — by Du Fu （712—770） of the Tang Dynasty
Good rain knows its time right, It will fall when comes spring.
With wind it steals in night, Mute, it moistens each thing.
Dreaming of the Southern Shore — by Bai Juyi （772—846） of the Tang Dynasty
Fair Southern shore
With scenes I much adore.
At sunrise riverside flowers redder than fire
In spring green waves grow as blue as sapphire
Which I can’t but admire
Love Seeds — by Wang Wei （701 —761） of the Tang Dynasty
Red berries grow in the southern land
How many load in spring the trees？
Gather them till full is your hand
They would revive fond memories.
1. Which of the following statements is NOT true？| A．Meng Haoran lived longer than other poets. |
| B．All of the poets were from the Tang Dynasty. |
| C．Both Cui Hu and Bai Juyi died at the same age. |
| D．Cui Hu wrote a poem highlighting the color pink. |
| A．Love Seeds | B．Happy Rain on a Spring Night |
| C．Dreaming of the Southern Shore | D．Written in a village South of the Capital |
| A．Winter | B．Autumn | C．Summer | D．Spring |
【推荐2】Canyoning
The sports of canyoning (蹦谷) explore the high-energy environment where water meets rock on the coast. Protected by wetsuits and helmets, people jump from cliffs and waterfalls and discover caves that would not normally be arrived at.
It was first done in the U.K. by TYF Adventure (01437 721611, www.tyf.com) and several thousand people jump from the cliffs near St David’s each year. A half day canyoning trip costs ￡50 (￡30 for children under 16).
Diving
Diving is not popular with British people. The difficulties of wild waters are greater because the water is colder and not clear enough, but the coasts of Cornwall, Wales and Scotland have some of the best diving in the world.
The British Sub Aqua Club (0870 112 9133, www.bsac.com) and the Professional Association of Diving Instructors (01580 819688, www.padi.com) run courses teaching the important skills.
Surfing
The best surfing places in the UK are on the southwest coast where it is warmer, especially in Cornwall. The best time of year to surf in the UK is late summer and autumn.
The British Surfing Association (01479 861256, www.britsurf.co.uk) has a list of famous surf schools around the country.
Rock climbing
The most popular natural rocks in Britain include the Peak District, the Lake District, while large areas of Scotland are a climber’s ideal place. Climbing courses and climbing walls can be found on the website of the British Mountaineering Council (0870 010 4878, www.thebmc.co.uk).
1. If a couple with their child of 15 join in Canyoning for a day, they will pay ________.| A．￡130 | B．￡160 | C．￡260 | D．￡320 |
| A．Canyoning. | B．Diving. | C．Surfing. | D．Rock climbing. |
| A．Visitors who want to pay a visit to Britain |
| B．Visitors in Britain who are keen on extreme sports |
| C．Chinese students who are interested in British culture |
| D．Travelers who are enthusiastic about camping in China |
【推荐3】English teachers needed immediately for schools in China
About Us
Shenzhen Cambridge Culture International Education is an education solution provider that was founded in 2014 and its main office is in Shenzhen and is contracted by education departments across China to hire and manage foreign teachers for schools.
We are not an agency. We hire and manage you from the start (getting on the plane) to finish (returning home )! We offer visa support, teacher training, lesson planning guidance and the chance to meet other participants before you go to China. And our programmes are designed to ensure you arrive in China feeling confident, prepared and supported, so that you can make the most of this incredible opportunity.
Benefits
＊ TEFL Certificate course assistance
＊ Work visa(Z visa) sponsored
＊ Flight allowance
＊ Pre-arrival training and orientation
＊ Airport pickup, bank, phone card, and apartment rental assistance
＊ Accident insurance
＊ Three nights’ free hotel on arrival
＊ Salary range: 11,000RMB ( 1,608USD) - 18,000RMB (2,631USD) per month ( 150% - 200% above local average)
＊ Performance bonus
＊ Teaching hours being less than 13 hours per week
＊ Chinese public holidays & Summer vacation
＊ Ongoing teacher mentoring and assessment ( classroom observations, seminar and monthly training sessions)
＊Chinese Lesson (2 hours/week)
＊Part-time opportunities (We use our large and knowledgeable alumni community to help our teachers connect and find new opportunities so you can develop your skills and career path outside the classroom ! )
Position
● Student Ages: kindergarten (3 -6 years old); Primary (6 -12 years old); Middle School (13 -19 years old)
● Classroom fully equipped with computer, projector, board, and microphone
● Curriculum and teaching materials provided
● Local teacher assistant
Requirements
● 10 - 12 months’ contract
● Bachelor’s Degree(学士学位) or above in any field
● 120-hour TEFL certificate required
● Native-English speaking level
● Hold a passport from the U. S. A. , Canada, Australia, U. K. , South Africa, New Zealand, or Ireland
● Age from 20 years old to 55 years old (visa requirement)
Living and working in China will be a wonderful opportunity. Come and join us!
Company Website: http ://www. cambridgeculture. com
1. What can we know about Shenzhen Cambridge Culture International Education?| A．It has a history of more than a decade. |
| B．It has the Chinese government as a sponsor. |
| C．Its main task is to train foreign teachers for Chinese schools. |
| D．It provides a service package for foreign teachers to work in China. |
| A．One week’ s free hotel. | B．Medical insurance. |
| C．Higher salary than local average. | D．Legal aid during public holidays. |
| A．A Canadian who hasn’ t got the TEFL certificate. |
| B．An experienced English teacher who is 65 years old. |
| C．A professor who can only work in China for half a year. |
| D．A native English speaker who has a Doctor’ s Degree in education. |
【推荐1】For many of us, there's nothing better than burying our head in a good book. Whether it's a gripping crime story or a biography of someone’s amazing life, it's good to read a book to switch off from the distractions of everyday life and help us relax. Maybe that's why some of them are actually being prescribed as a remedy（治疗）to sickness.
It may seem obvious that reading is good for us. It can be educational, and, as some say, it can broaden the mind”. A good novel can make us happy or sad, or make us cry as we empathies with characters. The power of books was recognised a few years ago by the British charity Reading Agency, who published a list of books that doctors could offer to patients, tackling topics from depression to dementia（痴呆）to chronic pain. It called this bibliotherapy（阅读疗法）and it's become so successful that it's about to be extended to children as well.
Professor Philip Davis studies the effects of literature at Liverpool University and is author of a book called Reading for Life. He studies people in reading groups and found that it's reading literature--written work thought to have artistic merit that has the best effect.
Of course, it's easy in our smartphone generation to ditch a good book and fiddle with our phones instead. But opening up a paperback could be a simple way to help boost or maintain our mental health. It's thought they can help you set targets and find focus. And they may allow you to see that awkward situation you've been anxious about for weeks from someone else's perspective.
If you' re not an avid reader（书迷）it can be hard to know where to begin. If the Reading Agency book list doesn't appeal, you could read book reviews, visit a library or bookshop or ask a friend. Once you've found the right text, you 'll be hooked!
1. What is the text mainly about?| A．How to improve our mental health through reading. |
| B．How to train and form our good reading habits. |
| C．The material benefits of reading books. |
| D．The physical and mental effects of literature on people. |
| A．Few people value the importance of reading. |
| B．Doctors can not provide books patients need. |
| C．Excellent novels always make us excited. |
| D．Bibliotherapy is also available for children. |
| A．Reading for Life. | B．Reading literature. | C．Artistic merit. | D．A paperback. |
| A．Young people. | B．Smart phones. | C．Good books. | D．Future targets. |
【推荐2】No matter what type of top free Android app you are searching for, there are many similar apps that can puzzle you when it comes to choosing the best one. Here are some apps you should give a try in 2020.
Zomato
Zomato lets you discover restaurants near you to go and eat out or order food online and get it delivered. This Android app has multiple other unique features that address customer needs like a takeaway, table booking and discoveries. You can also find many discounts and offers on the restaurants.
CamScanner
CamScanner is a great app for students and we know that life can get rather busy as college students especially if they are holding a part-time job. This platform uses your phones camera to scan documents and provides assistance in the form of proofreading and editing your work.
Spotify
Spotify is one of the best music apps for Android that you shouldn’t be missing out on. It helps you to access world music－both streaming and downloading music of high quality. You would be able to listen to all your music favorites, albums, and also create your own playlists.
Groupon
Groupon is a platform that finds available deals in varied categories like electronics, entertainment, fashion, and many more. The physical store deals are displayed on an interactive map for an easier-to-see selection, online store deals also included. Extra discounts for students.
1. What can students do with CamScanner?| A．Record their college life. | B．Learn editing skills. |
| C．Find a part-time job. | D．Correct their work. |
| A．Zomato. | B．Spotify. | C．Groupon. | D．CamScanner. |
| A．To introduce some free Android apps. | B．To provide guidance on choosing apps. |
| C．To stress the popularity of Android apps. | D．To show the advantages of Android apps. |
【推荐3】Dick lived in England. One day in January he said to his wife, "I'm going to fly to New York next week because I've got some work there." "Where are you going to stay there?" his wife asked. "I don't know yet." Dick answered. "Please send me your address from there in a telegram," his wife said. "All right," Dick answered. He flew to New York on January 31st and found a nice hotel in the center of the city. He put his things in his room and then he sent his wife a telegram. He put the address of his hotel in it. In the evening he didn't have any work, so he went to a cinema. He came out at nine o'clock and said, "Now I should return to my hotel and have a nice dinner." He found a taxi and the driver said, "Where do you want to go?" But Dick didn't remember the name and address of his hotel. "Which hotel are my things in?" he said, "And what am I going to do tonight?" But the driver of the taxi did not know. So Dick got out and went into a post office. There he sent his wife another telegram, and in it he wrote, "
| A．go back | B．give back | C．come back | D．pay back |
| A．he went there for a holiday | B．he had work there |
| C．his home was there | D．he went to school |
| A．Because she didn’t know his address. |
| B．Because she wanted to go to New York, too. |
| C．Because she couldn’t leave her husband by himself in New York. |
| D．Because she wanted to know when he came back. |
| A．Dick stayed at a nice hotel in the center of the city. |
| B．Dick didn’t work on the first night of his arrival. |
| C．Dick forgot to send his wife a telegram. |
| D．Dick flew to New York on January 31st |
| A．I will have a nice dinner with you, dear. |
| B．Please send me my address at this post office. |
| C．Look after yourself well at home |
| D．I will be back soon. |
【推荐1】I had an interesting conversation with a reporter recently—one who works for you. In fact, he’s one of your best reporters. He wants to leave.
Your reporter gave me a copy of his resume and photocopies of six stories that he wrote for you. The headlines showed you played them proudly. With great enthusiasm, he talked about how he finds issues, approaches them, and writes about them, which tells me he is one of your best. I’m sure you would hate to lose him. Surprisingly, your reporter is not unhappy. In fact, he told me he really likes his job. He has a great assignment, and said you run a great paper. It would be easy for you to keep him, he said. He knows that the paper values him. He appreciates the responsibility you’ve given him, takes ownership of his profession, and enjoys his freedom.
So why is the looking for a way out?
He talked to me because he wants his editors to demand so much more of him. He wants to be pushed, challenged, coached to new heights.
The reporter believes that good stories spring from good questions, but his editors usually ask how long the story will be, when it will be in, where it can play, and what the budget is.
He longs for conversations with an editor who will help him turn his good ideas into great ones. He wants someone to get excited about what he’s doing and to help him turn his story idea upside down and inside out, exploring the best ways to report it. He wants to be more valuable for your paper. That’s what you want for him, too, isn’t it?
So you reporter has set me thinking.
Our best hope in keeping our best reporters, copy editors, photographers, artists—everyone—is to work harder to make sure they get the help they are demanding to reach their potential. If we can’t do it, they’ll find someone who can.
1. What does the writer think of the reporter?| A．Optimistic. | B．Imaginative. | C．Ambitious. | D．Proud. |
| A．Finding the news value of his stories. | B．Giving him financial support. |
| C．Helping him to find issues. | D．Improving his good ideas. |
| A．An editor. | B．An artist. | C．A reporter. | D．A reader. |
| A．keep their best reporters at all costs |
| B．give more freedom to their reporters |
| C．be aware of their reporters’professional development |
| D．appreciate their reporters’working styles and attitudes |
| A．a book review | B．a research report | C．a letter | D．a piece of news |
【推荐2】2020 Journalism Workshop
Learn print,radio,television,digital
Washington,DC area high school students are invited to apply to the Washington Association of Black Journalists' annual Urban Journalism Workshop. WABJ has been guiding the next generation of journalists since 1986 through this program. UJW was started by longtime Chicago Tribune and St. Louis Times Dispatch reporter George Curry and former Washington Post reporter Athelia Knight. During the workshop, students learn the fundamentals of print, radio, TV and digital journalism. Current and former professional journalists with The Washington Post，NPR and other media companies volunteer to teach participants. A scholarship is offered for qualifying seniors.
● Sessions are held for eight continuous Saturdays from 29 February—18 April；9 am—4 pm.
● Scholarship criteria includes an essay, stories produced in the workshop, class attendance and participation in all eight sessions.
● High school students, all classifications, in the greater DC area are encouraged to apply.
Students should contact UJW Coordinator Trina Williams at ujwdc @ aol. com for details or check with their high school advisers.
To download an application, read more about available scholarships or learn about the Urban Journalism Workshop, visit www. ujwonline. org, or contact: UJW Coordinator Trina Williams at ujwdc @ aol. com.
Applications and required materials must be received by Friday, 31 January 2020.
1. What can be learned if the students join the workshop?| A．The management of the UJW. |
| B．The basic skills of digital journalism. |
| C．The classification of electronic devices. |
| D．The qualities of environmental journalists |
| A．Saturday, 11 April. | B．Wednesday, 18 March . |
| C．Wednesday,29 January. | D．Saturday,22 February. |
| A．Sports. | B．Education. |
| C．Science. | D．Entertainment. |
【推荐3】Activities For Families with Children
There are plenty of things to do and see around Cusco, Peru that children will enjoy.
Horse riding
Many children will enjoy the opportunity to ride a horse. The Happy Ranch horse farm organizes horse rides through the countryside passing wheat fields and small towns, wooden huts, open air markets and cooking outside over a fire. Price for a horse ride is US $ 12 per person.
Cooking class
If you enjoy local food, taking a cooking class could be fun. Several restaurants offer classes, which start with a visit to a local market to buy fresh ingredients ( 原 料 ). Wearing a cook’s hat, children can help washing and cutting. Prices for a 3 hours class start at US $ 13 per person.
Hot air balloon
A hot air balloon ride will give you great views of the city. The balloon goes up about 200 meters if weather conditions are OK, less if conditions are windy. The balloon will stay at that altitude for about 10 minutes. Prices are US $ 20 for an adult, half price for children.
Ceramics class
A fun activity for kids is taking a ceramics class at the Fine Arts Center. With the help of an experienced potter, kids can make their own creation on the potter’s wheel from clay. The basic clay class costs US $15 per person and takes 1.5 hours.
1. Which activity takes you to view Cusco’s village life?| A．Horse riding. | B．Cooking class. |
| C．Hot air balloon. | D．Ceramics class. |
| A．Visitors prepare ingredients by themselves. |
| B．It takes a family of three US $ 13 to take one. |
| C．They are usually offered by cooking schools. |
| D．Children take part in the whole cooking process. |
| A．US $ 20. | B．US $ 40. | C．US $ 50. | D．US $ 60. |
| A．Schooling. | B．Tourism. | C．Science. | D．Health. |
