The Jane Austen Society of North America (JASNA) is dedicated to the enjoyment and appreciation of Jane Austen and her writing. JASNA is a nonprofit organization, staffed by volunteers, whose mission is to foster among the widest number of readers the study, appreciation, and understanding of Jane Austen’s works, her life, and her genius. We have over 5,000 members of all ages and from diverse walks of life. Although most live in the United States or Canada, we also have members in more than a dozen other countries.
JASNA conducts an annual student Essay Contest to promote the study and appreciation of Jane Austen’s writing in new generations of readers. Students worldwide are invited to compete for scholarship awards.
2023 Contest Topic: Marriages and Proposals(求婚)
The 2023 Essay Contest topic is inspired by the theme of our upcoming Annual General Meeting: Pride and Prejudice.
Submissions
The deadline for submissions is Thursday, June 1, 2023. We will begin accepting submissions in February 2023.
Essay Contest Awards
First Place: $1, 000 scholarship, plus free registration and two nights’ lodging (住宿) for JASNA’s 2023 Annual General Meeting in Denver.
Second Place: $500 scholarship.
Third Place: $250 scholarship.
Winners will also receive one year of membership in JASNA, publication of their essays on this website, and a set of Norton Critical Editions of Jane Austen’s novels.
Essay Format
Entries that do not follow the following requirements or arrive after the deadline will be disqualified.
·The essay must be written in English.
·The title of the essay should appear at the top of page one; further pages should be numbered on the top right; the student’s name must not appear on the essay.
·The essay must be 6-8 pages in length.
1. Which of the following is NOT correct about JASNA?| A．It is intended to encourage readers’ appreciation and understanding of Jane Austen’s works. |
| B．Its members of staff work on a voluntary basis with a shared mission. |
| C．It appeals to readers of different ages and from all walks of life. |
| D．Readers with JASNA membership all hold American or Canadian nationality. |
| A．$500 scholarship plus free meals. |
| B．A set of Jane Austen’s novels. |
| C．Free accommodation for two nights in Denver. |
| D．Opportunities to take part in a meeting. |
| A．Essays without the student’s name. |
| B．Essays written in two languages. |
| C．Essays submitted on May 31st, 2023. |
| D．Essays covering 7 pages. |
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| C．They are designed specially for schools. | D．They may be canceled due to bad weather. |
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| A．A promotional poster. | B．A news report. |
| C．A travel brochure. | D．An academic article. |
【推荐2】WELCOME TO THE RONALD REAGAN
PRESIDENTLAL LIBRARY AND MUSEUM
Visit the limitedtime “Interactive! The Exhibition” at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and Museum and save more than 30% on museum admission tickets with an audio tour.
WHEN
Through Feb. 28, 2017
WHAT'S INCLUDED
$19 (reg. $28) ... Admission for one person to the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and Museum, including “Interactive! The Exhibition” with an audio tour. Please note: the virtual reality (虚拟现实) experience will be an additional cost and participants must be 10 years old or above.
WHY WE LOVE IT
• The exhibition is a handson experience focusing on movies, TV, music and the arts
• Experience virtual reality, 1980s video games, robots, 3D printing
• Climb aboard Air Force One, view the expensive comfortable presidential car and a Marine One helicopter
• Explore Reagan's legacy (遗产): Step into an Oval Office copy and see a piece of the Berlin Wall
• The audio tour has more than 50 stops and original material not copied in the exhibits
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
This is a seasonspecific event. All sales are final. No refunds (退款) or exchanges. Not valid after the expiration date. Valid any regular museum operating day through Feb. 28, 2017. Museum hours are 10 a. m. －5 p. m. , seven days a week. Valid for one person. Cannot combine with other offers. Must use in one visit. Tickets include admission to “Interactive! The Exhibition” and the entire museum's galleries and grounds.
1. What can visitors do while visiting the library and museum?| A．Fly on Air Force One. |
| B．Experience virtual reality for free. |
| C．Approach technology of different times. |
| D．Learn about the president's daily routine. |
| A．It can be enjoyed with other offers. |
| B．It allows limitless visits to the museum. |
| C．It isn't accessible to children. |
| D．It cannot be changed once sold. |
| A．A notice. | B．An official report. |
| C．An advertisement. | D．A tour review. |
【推荐3】Welcome to the North Pole Adventure
The North Pole Adventure is a one-of-a-kind interactive Christmas attraction for the entire family. Unlike other Christmas attractions, it is open from November 25 until Christmas Eve. It is not a guided tour. While elves (小精灵) are throughout the adventure to interact with your children, your kids can spend as much time in each area as they wish. The adventure features a replica (复制品) of the North Pole including everything you imagine at Santa’s North Pole.
Santa’s House
Kids will experience what it’s like at the North Pole and see first-hand what it takes for Santa and his elves to get ready for Christmas each year. The memories your children will take away from Santa’s House will be ones they will remember for a life time.
Post Office
All kids will be assisted by Santa’s elves in writing a letter to Santa and then depositing it in Santa’s magical mailbox. A few days before Christmas, they will receive letters at their own homes from Santa.
Elf University
Elf University is the place where elves go to school. It’s also the place where kids enjoy making Christmas presents, coloring Christmas pictures, and even filling out applications to become elves one day.
Admission
Buy your tickets online to avoid waiting in line. If the tickets sell out when you buy them online, there will still be tickets available at the ticket office.
1. The North Pole Adventure________.| A．provides visitors with tour guide service |
| B．is open to visitors for nearly one month |
| C．is modeled on other Christmas attractions |
| D．arranges elves to entertain kids in some areas |
| A．Kids can have fun in Santa’s House by dressing up like Santa |
| B．Elf University offers kids opportunities for becoming elves |
| C．Kids who visited Post Office would receive letters on Christmas Eve |
| D．Tickets to the adventure can be bought online if they sell out at the ticket office |
| A．a tourist booklet | B．a science fiction | C．a newspaper | D．a story book |
Amsterdam is one of the most popular travel destinations in the world, famous for its beautiful canals, top art museums and cycling culture.
Must-See Attractions
Most visitors begin their Amsterdam adventure in the Old Centre, which is full of traditional architecture, shopping centers and coffee shops. Don't miss the Dam Square and the areas around Spui and Nieuwmarkt. You'll also want to check out Amsterdam's Museum Quarter in the South District，which is great for shopping and having a picnic in the Vondelpark, The top museums to visit are the Rijksmusuem, the Ann Frank House, and the Van Gogh Museum.
If You Have Time
There are several other unique districts in Amsterdam, and you should try to explore as many of them as time allows. The Canal Ring is a UNESCO World Heritage Site that was originally built to attract wealthy home owners and is a center for celebrity spotting and nightlife today. The Plantage area has most of the city's museums, including the Jewish Historical Museum，the Scheepvaart Museum，and the botanical gardens.
Transportation
Travelers should be aware that Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is one of the busiest airports in the world. This airport is located about 15 kilometers southwest of city center. You can catch a train from Schiphol to Amsterdam Central Station, which has many connecting routes. It's typically not a good idea to drive a car to the city center because traffic is very busy and parking is difficult to find. Cycling is incredibly popular here, and it's easy to find cheap bike rentals around town. Amsterdam has a flat place and is a great city to explore on foot.
Recommended Restaurants
Amsterdam is a top destination for foodies，so it can incredibly difficult to narrow down your dining choices. You are sure to find a restaurant that suits your taste.
1. Which place do most visitors see first in Amsterdam?| A．The Old Center. | B．The Dam Square, |
| C．Spui and Nieuwmarkt, | D．The Museum Quarter. |
| A．It was built by rich people. | B．It is a beautiful natural river, |
| C．Many famous people live here. | D．Visitors here are all museum lovers. |
| A．By bike. | B．By train, |
| C．By car. | D．By bus. |
The truth of our modern times is that you probably won’t find a student who does not use mobile applications today. Every student probably knows plenty of applications that fit his or her needs most, but there are still some mobile “helpers” no student should live without. Raise— Save your money with discounted gift cards, especially with the Raise mobile app. Before you buy any back-to-school items, check the Raise app to see if there are any discounted gift cards you can buy to make your dollar go farther. Once you purchase a card, you can instantly use it online or in stores by showing the barcode on your phone — no need to worry about forgetting your gift cards at home. iStudiezPro— For college students who are attempting to successfully manage a full schedule, iStudiez Pro can help ease your transition into college courses and help you organize your class schedule and plan out your days. iStudiez Pro is the best app for students which combines tracking schedule, homework and grades with a delightful user experience. SelfControl— College students are so easily distracted from the studying process! They always need to check new photos of their friends on Facebook, or share their mood with the world during a lecture. To avoid such distractions, the SelfControl application has been created: it blocks certain websites that can distract you from studying, and it does it for a set amount of time. So, when a lecture is finished, you are welcome to come back to your favorite websites again! Mint— It’s an easy-to-read app that links to all your bank accounts and gives you updates on how much you’ve been spending. It also lets you know what you’ve been spending your money on by organizing your expenses into categories (You may be surprised by how much you dish out on Starbucks after using the app for a while). LifeSite Vault— Parents struggle to make sure their college students have access to key personal documents and accounts, like Social Security numbers and bank account information. That’s where LifeSite Vault can help. It does so by keeping important documents “safe but accessible.” For example, with LifeSite Vault, users can upload everything from their Social Security cards to passports and birth certificates or upload a picture of a medical insurance card. |
| A．sales information on school supplies | B．discounted gift cards for school items |
| C．online shopping guidelines | D．a barcode on your phone |
| A．iStudiez Pro | B．SelfControl |
| C．Mint | D．LifeSite Vault |
| A．To help college students increase learning efficiency. |
| B．To recommend some helpful applications to students. |
| C．To compare different types of online learning tools. |
| D．To explain how to use some modern applications. |
【推荐3】These people are studying English. However, they are now facing some problems.
I am Pablo. I work 50 hours a week as a taxi driver, so I talk to people all day. They understand me, but I know I make a lot of mistakes. No one corrects me. My vocabulary is strong. Grammar is my problem. I’m trying to change little by little. For example, I don’t use the past tense (时态). I always say, “I go to bed late last night” instead of “I went to bed late last night”. |
My name is Maria Luisa. I’m teaching myself English, and I’m good at grammar. However, it’s really difficult to find ways to practice English. I live in an area where everyone speaks my language. My neighbors and friends speak Spanish. I can speak Spanish in the supermarket and at the post office. |
I am Li Ping. I understand the grammar and the readings in my class and I think my writing is good, but I’m very nervous when I speak English. I don’t want to make any mistakes because I’m afraid people will think that I’m stupid. Also, my pronunciation isn’t good. When I speak, people often say, “What? Say that again”. |
I am Yoshi. I have been in the United States for one year. I’m studying hard and I know grammar well, but the vocabulary is very difficult. When I listen, I don’t understand many of the words. When I try to read, there are three or four new words in every sentence. I feel discouraged (灰心的). |
| A．Pablo. | B．Maria Luisa. | C．Li Ping. | D．Yoshi. |
| A．Try to have a wide vocabulary. | B．Develop a good knowledge of grammar. |
| C．Read as many English books as possible. | D．Make friends with English-speaking people. |
| A．Her voice is very low. | B．Her pronunciation isn’t good. |
| C．Her grammar is terrible. | D．She speaks at a very fast speed. |
| A．He was born in the United States. | B．He is very good at listening. |
| C．He has a very small vocabulary. | D．He has learned English for years. |
