4 Traditional French Christmas markets you need to know about
More affordable and closer than Germany and Austria, French Christmas markets make a perfect destination for a festive trip. These are the four traditional French Christmas markets you need to know about this Christmas.
Toulouse
Dates: November 25, 2023—December 25, 2023
Opening times: Sunday to Thursday: 10.30 am—8.30 pm, Friday and Saturday: 10.30 am—10 pm
The market is located in the heart of Toulouse. It’s surrounded by beautiful buildings, including the Capitole itself and the Jacobins church. The city is well-known for its terracotta architecture which serves as an fairytale exterior to their Christmas market.
Colmar
Dates: November 24, 2023—December 30, 2023
Opening times: Monday to Thursday: 2 pm—7 pm, Friday, Saturday and Sunday: 10 am—7 pm
The town’s Christmas market is an ensemble (整体) of six distinct mini markets. The area is home to a number of wineries and speciality (特产) wine-makers, alongside its seven speciality Alsatian wines, which can be tried at their speciality Christmas food market.
Arras
Dates: November 24, 2023—December 30, 2023
Opening times:Monday to Friday: midday—7.30 pm, Saturday: 10 am—9 pm, Sunday: 10 am—7.30 pm
The market transforms the city’s Grand Place into a wonderland taking over three squares with over 100 stalls in front of the Baroque style architecture. Crown your market visit with a night ride on the beacon (灯塔) of the market—the Ferris wheel, which offers a gentle ride and views of the own and surrounding countryside below.
Bordeaux
Dates: November 24, 2023—December 27, 2023
Opening times: Every day: 11 am—9 pm
The market is open from late November to December and features over 200 stalls selling a variety of locally-made and crafted gifts. There is one food in particular linked to the city, and that is chocolate made from high quality local ingredients, to take home with you.
1. What do Toulouse and Arras have in common?| A．Both are popular with little kids. |
| B．Both offer free gifts to the customers. |
| C．Both have distinctive architecture styles. |
| D．Both are closed on Sundays and Mondays. |
| A．A wide range of crafted gifts. | B．Its local culture and history. |
| C．Its traditional building style. | D．The views of beautiful coast. |
| A．Toulouse | B．Colmar | C．Arras | D．Bordeaux |
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PCYC (Police Citizens Youth Club) Queensland is a not-for-profit organization established in 1948, aiming to build safer and healthier communities. We focus on young people’s personal and leadership development by offering state-wide programs, services and facilities through 54 branches, two leadership development centers and two activity centers.
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PCYC Burdekin currently wants gymnastics instructors, who will assist in the development and delivery of
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●Free onsite parking and free access to PC 24/7 gyms
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Key responsibilities include
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●Ensure our gymnastics equipment is maintained and used in a safe manner.
●Instruct and assist the work of junior coaching staff.
Deadline
Applications close on 8 September, 2023. Interested? Click here to apply.
1. What is PCYC Queensland mainly aimed at?| A．Improving people’s security and health in the state. |
| B．Offering necessary services and facilities to communities. |
| C．Supplying young people with advice on personal emotions. |
| D．Promoting the youth’s personal and leadership development. |
| A．By presenting the teaching experiences in dealing with children. |
| B．By showing the ability to repair and maintain gymnastics equipment. |
| C．By acquiring a graduate diploma in educational studies or marketing. |
| D．By getting the qualification to obtain a Working with Children Check. |
| A．Designing creative and new gymnastics programs independently. |
| B．Giving assistance and guidance to junior coaching staff. |
| C．Working in the club for at least 30 hours per week. |
| D．Delivering speeches in different branches. |
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Discover the amazing true story of Queen Lakshmibai of Jhansi — an Indian queen who could read and write. Find out how she trained other women to fight next to her and became a symbol of resistance to British rule in India in 1857.
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The Girl with Her Head in the Clouds
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London, 1904. When a couple of showmen need help with a stunt, 16-year-old Dolly volunteers. Soon, she’s busy with working as a parachutist (跳伞者). This story is based on the real life of parachute performer Dolly Shepherd.
1. Which of the following books is science-related?| A．Queens: 3,000 Years of the Most Incredible Women in History. |
| B．The Girl with Her Head in the Clouds. |
| C．Marie Curie and Her Daughters. |
| D．Swordswoman! |
| A．Imogen Greenberg’s. | B．Devika Rangachari’s. |
| C．Victoria Crossman’s. | D．Karen McCombie’s. |
| A．They have the same social background. | B．They describe the influence of wars. |
| C．They are created by two people. | D．They are about women heroes. |
【推荐3】Welcome to Marksdale State Park
Where fun, fitness, and education come together
Don’t miss our new summer classes available during May 23 — Aug 5!
■ Swimming lessons: Ages 4 --- adult. Cost: $5 per class or $15 for one month.
■ Hiking: Have a state park keeper hike through our paths with you and teach you about the park’s wildlife and plants. Marksdale is a perfect spot for hiking.
■ Soccer: Our youth soccer program is unusual in that it is non-competitive. Different teams are formed every day. The focus is on each player learning to work as a team, not on one team winning it all.
■ Boating: These classes are only for 20-year-olds and above. Fishing is only allowed with a permit.
■ Bicycling: We have special paths built for bicyclists. Signs are posted for self-guided tours of our park. Group cycling is also available with a park guide. Paths range from easy to challenging.
A message from the director:
Hiking paths! Sport fields! Playgrounds! Campgrounds! Fun activities! Located (位于) on Lake McQueeney, Marksdale State Park offers something for everyone. We have a number of plants and animals, which are in danger of dying out, being protected in our park. Sign up for one of our new summer community classes, or lake a camping trip with your friends or family. Our facilities (设备) are set up with modem systems, so you don’t have to suffer to enjoy nature --- unless you want to!
Glen Harwood, Park Director
Are you 13-17 years old? Ever wonder what it would be like to be a park keeper? It’s a competitive field, but you can get ahead by volunteering with our Teen Keeper Program. Depending on your age and responsibilities, you can even earn college credits for certain universities!
1. If you plan to learn to swim during June and July, you should pay .| A．$5 | B．$15 |
| C．$25 | D．$30 |
| A．swimming | B．boating |
| C．hiking | D．bicycling |
| A．Many endangered plants can be found there. |
| B．Special paths will soon be built for bicyclists. |
| C．There are many volunteer programs in the park. |
| D．It is a park full of fun activities and sea animals. |
| A．In a personal diary. | B．In a newspaper report. |
| C．In a travel magazine. | D．In a geography textbook. |
【推荐1】Four best day trips from Amsterdam: the ultimate travel guide
Zaanse Schans: a picture-perfect town of windmills
A trip to the Netherlands would be incomplete without seeing windmills-and there’s no better way to see them than in the historical town of Zaanse Schans. This quaint village gives visitors an accurate impression of Dutch living in the 17th and 18th centuries. From cheese and dairy factories to traditional windmills and historical museums, you’ll live, breathe, and experience the old Zaan style of living. Classic!
Travel time by car: 21 minutes
Transport fees: €4 for adults, €1.5 for children
Marken: a former island in the Zuiderzee
Residents of the town built wooden houses on artificial hills to prevent more flooding damage. To this day, these picturesque homes remain a popular cultural attraction. On your walk, you can visit the cosy town harbour or enjoy the scenic route of fields, forests, and the lakeshore.
Travel time by car: 27minutes
Transport fees: €4.5 for adults, €1.5 for children
Dordrecht: a historic trading port
Dordrecht is the oldest city in Holland (we mean the old province of Holland and not the so-called “country”!). There are plenty of cultural spots, including seven churches and several historical monuments-turned-museums.
Travel time by car; l hour and 5 minutes
Transport fees: €9.5 for adults, €2 for children (2-6 years old)
Schiedam; home to the world’s tallest windmill
While there are windmills all around the Netherlands,Schiedam has the tallest traditional windmills of all, standing at 26.6 metres. Schiedam is also known for being the Netherlands’ gin (杜松子酒) capital, with the city producing the most jenever (also known as Dutch gin) in the country. There are multiple bars museums where you can check out the production process.
Travel time by car: 55 minutes
Transport fees: €9 for adults, €3 for children
1. How much should a couple pay for a trip at least?| A．€3. | B．€8. | C．€9. | D．€9.5. |
| A．Zaanse Schans. | B．Marken. |
| C．Schiedam. | D．Dordrecht. |
| A．They’re both islands. |
| B．They both produce Dutch gin. |
| C．They’re both featured in windmills. |
| D．They’re famous for wooden houses, |
【推荐2】Day Trip to Tarangire National Park
Tarangire is one of those parks whose beauty is not fully recognized by people. It is often only visited for day trips because it is close to Ngorongoro and the Serengeti. It is full of elephants, zebras and lions. It also has some superb scenery to go with it. You can also see sights such as the Tarangire River.
Tarangire has the second highest concentration of wildlife in Tanzania after the Serengeti and the highest concentration of elephants in the world. It has over 700 lions living there as well as a wide selection of other animals.
Itinerary(行程)You will be picked up from your accommodation. After an approximate 3 hours’ drive, you will arrive at Tarangire National Park. The name of this national park originates from the Tarangire River that crosses the park. The park is considered as one of the best places to view elephants up close. From the open roof of the safari (野外观兽旅行) vehicle you will be able to absorb the landscape and see the animals wandering around. In the late afternoon you will have a hot meal, and then you will leave the park and drive back to Moshi.
Included in the price (US $620 per person)☑Al l Tanzania national park fees ☒International flights to/from Tanzania
☑ Meals according to the itinerary for ☒Alcoholic and soft drinks
each day ☒Personal expenses & tips
☑Bottle of mineral water for each day ☒Travel insurance & visa fees
☑Professional English-speaking guide ☒Extra activities within the park
☑Safari 4 ×4 jeep with all accessories ☒ Hotel accommodation before and after the safari
Come and start your day trip! Click here and fill out the form to send a booking request immediately.
1. What do we know about Tarangire?| A．It offers day and night trips. | B．It owns the biggest lion population. |
| C．It’s better than people think. | D．It has more wildlife than the Serengeti. |
| A．Wander along the river. | B．Watch animals in jeeps. |
| C．Interact with elephants. | D．Spend a night in the park. |
| A．Guide services. | B．Travel insurance. |
| C．Meals and soft drinks. | D．Round-trip airfares. |
【推荐3】Tourism in Botswana’s Okavango Delta generates revenue that directly funds conservation. Here are reasons why it’s so worth visiting and why it’s meaningful to support the effort to conserve this world wonder.
It’s birdwatchers’ paradise.
Some 450 species of wetland birds have been recorded in the Delta. Despite the diversity of species here, overall bird numbers in the Delta seem to change, which is what led the National Geographic Okavango Wilderness Project (NGOWP) to survey the river system that feeds it. The NGOWP discovered the threats to this system, including uncontrollable fire, commercial agriculture, and water diversion, which could impact bird numbers in the Delta.
You can spot big game.
Big cats walk through the Delta’s open plains, along with many of Africa’s other remarkable mammals. A local guide will be able to get you closer to predators like lions, leopards, and wild dogs. Viewing lions involves walking in single file as your guide spots and follows fresh paw prints. Okavango Eternal is working to create protected wildlife corridors along the rivers that feed the Delta so that animals can move safely and freely.
It’s a little break from the world.
In addition to the excitement of seeing incredible wildlife, there’s nothing quite like the feeling offered by the quiet isolation at the heart of the Okavango Delta. A low-impact tourism model means that footfall through the Delta is carefully managed, making for a unique, highly tailored trip. There’re also tented camps all the way.
It’s rich in cultural heritage.
The local communities are descended from early San settlers, and many ancient cultures, such as the Bayei, still employ supreme hunter-gatherer skills to track animals and find useful plants, adding depth to the bush experience. Yet there are still many tourism opportunities.
1. What is the NGOWP concerned about for the Delta?| A．The lack of funds. | B．The crowds of tourists. |
| C．The decrease in population. | D．The threats to the river system. |
| A．Wetland birds. | B．Wild wolves. | C．Camping spots. | D．Local cultures. |
| A．A news report. | B．A textbook. | C．A magazine. | D．An advertisement. |
【推荐1】Whether you’re from Massachusetts, Manchester, or Mumbai, a first-year student or a transfer (转学生), there are a few key things you need to do to apply to New York University (NYU). But requirements such as standardized testing and English language testing vary for different applicants.
•First-year applicants
•International applicants
•Transfer applicants
•Homeschooled applicants
•Internal transfers
•Second Bachelor’s Degree
If you’re applying to one of the programs listed below, do not complete the Common Application. Visit the links for application instructions:
•Dental hygiene program
•SPS Division of Applied Undergraduate Studies
Things to Know Before Applying
Email address
Make sure to use a personal email address. We strongly encourage you not to use a school email address to submit your application, as you may miss important information about your application and admissions decision.
Documents
Please submit only documents or copies that you can replace because NYU does not return application documents.
Application authenticity
It is your responsibility to ensure that your application information and all supporting documents are based on facts. NYU has a strict policy on application authenticity.
Submitting your application
Please contact admissions@nyu.edu with a request for an extension before or shortly after our application deadline.
Students Affected by Natural Disasters, Political, and/or Governmental Decisions
For students and families affected by natural disasters, national governments, or any extreme extenuating (情有可原的) circumstances, we want to be as accommodating as possible to avoid additional stress. We encourage any student in these situations to reach out to our office to inform us of the situation so that we can provide you with a recommended course of action. We will be as flexible as possible when waiting for supporting application materials.
1. Who should avoid the Common Application?| A．First-year applicants. | B．Transfer applicants. |
| C．Homeschooled applicants. | D．Dental hygiene program applicants |
| A．Requesting an extension at any time. | B．Applying through a personal email. |
| C．Submitting replaceable documents. | D．Providing truthful application materials. |
| A．A library guide. | B．A school website. |
| C．A newspaper report. | D．A university brochure. |
【推荐2】Summer Foreign Exchange Programs
What better way to spend your vacation than by enrolling in one of our summer student exchange programs? EF programs give students the opportunity to explore beautiful scenery while working towards language fluency. We send our participants to a variety of destinations and present each summer exchange student with a unique cultural experience.
EF Language Year Abroad
16 + years; 6, 9 or 11 months; Abroad
Combine language and academic studies abroad at an accredited (鉴定合格的) EF school to prepare for an international career or degree.
Destination: Korea, France, Spain, Costa Rica, Italy, Germany, China, Japan.
EF Languages Abroad
25 + years; 1-24 weeks; Adults and professionals
Boost your global career with personalised language courses in one of the world’s greatest cities. Designed for Adults and Professionals.
Destination: Korea, France, Spain, Costa Rica, Italy, Germany, China, Japan, USA, United Kingdom.
EF Academy
14 - 19 years; For High School Degrees
Earn your high school degree and IB Diploma among peers from 75 countries at one of our boarding schools in New York or California.
Destination: USA, United Kingdom.
EF Gap Year
Individual travel programs between high school and college
Get more out of college with an academic year or semester abroad that includes educational travel, language study, volunteer service, a work internship (实习), and leadership development.
Destination: France, Spain, Costa Rica, Italy, Germany, China, Japan.
Interested? Click here for further information.
1. Who might find EF Languages Abroad most beneficial?| A．An adult who wants to travel to other countries. |
| B．A high school student who intends to study abroad. |
| C．A business man who hopes to get promoted in his job. |
| D．A college student who plans to transfer to another university. |
| A．Personalized courses. | B．Voluntary activities. |
| C．Leadership programs. | D．Internship opportunities. |
| A．To entertain. | B．To instruct. |
| C．To inform. | D．To advertise. |
【推荐3】4-Day Classic Beijing Tour
The 4-day classic Beijing tour is designed for tourists who come to visit China for the first time. It covers the most popular and typical places in Beijing, fully displaying the scenery, culture, history, local lifestyles and features, food and drinks, business, etc. to you.
Day 1: Arrival in Beijing
Your guide meets you at Beijing Capital International Airport, and helps you check in at your hotel.
Enjoy Peking duck as welcome dinner.
Accommodation: Downtown Beijing
Day 2: The Great Wall & the Summer Palace
Start your day at the most famous part of the Great Wall, the Badaling Great Wall. Leave the downtown for the Great Wall at 8 am. Since it is a long drive to the Great Wall (about 2 hours’ riding), have a break at the Beijing Bona Jade Museum on the way. Lunch will be enjoyed in a local restaurant. In the early afternoon come back to the city and have a sightseeing (观光) tour of the Summer Palace.
Suggested activity: Beijing Opera shows (Liyuan Theatre, 19:30-20:30 every evening)
Accommodation: Downtown Beijing
Day 3: Beijing city sightseeing & the local experience
Your guide meets you at the hotel at 8 am and set out for the day’s touring: Tian’anmen Square and the Forbidden City.
After visiting the two sites, have a break and get ready for lunch.
Hutong visit: see some traditional arts of the old Beijing, such as paper cutting and kite making, and visit a local family.
Accommodation: Downtown Beijing
Day 4: Beijing Olympic sites
Visit the Olympic sites: the Bird’s Nest, the Water Cube and the Olympic Green, showing the fast developing modern China. Enjoy some free time after visiting the sites.
After lunch, it is shopping time and then the tour is over.
For more information, just click here www.chinatour.com.
1. Who may sign up for this trip?| A．Painters who desire to draw a picture of China. |
| B．Families who come from other provinces in China. |
| C．Researchers who are interested in history and culture. |
| D．Foreigners who long to pay a visit to China. |
| A．Day 1. | B．Day 2. | C．Day 3. | D．Day 4. |
| A．It doesn’t include lunch. | B．It begins with the Great Wall. |
| C．It can visit local buildings. | D．It has time to see Olympic sites. |
