1 . Best Online Exercise Classes
Online exercise classes are changing the way we think about fitness, and here are some of the best apps for online exercise classes for you to select.
Daily Burn
Daily Burn offers a 30-day free trial, so you can get a feel for the classes and instructors before you make the decision. It provides over 1,000 classes ranging from choices for beginners to advanced athletes, all taught by expert trainers. There are classes that are 10 minutes and ones that are an hour, so you can do a workout that’s perfect for your schedule.
Alo Moves
Through this app, you’re given the chance to connect with encouraging coaches and other hard-working members, and take more than 2,500 different yoga classes of all styles and all difficulties. You can even take classes or practice yoga with any of your friends online. At a price point of $20 per month, it’s surely one of the reasonable at-home choices.
Booya Fitness
Classes offered include cardio (有氧运动) kickboxing, sports conditioning, dancing, and even more. Even if that sounds like you’ll need much expensive equipment, Booya Fitness promises that 75% of their workouts can be completed with just an exercise mat (垫子). Booya Fitness is also very selective (严格挑选的) in the music they play because they know a good song can make your cardio workout motivating. It’s a best choice for the middle and upper class.
Peloton
Peloton’s service is based on live classes intended for anyone who has a bike, and they require the Peloton branded equipment to join in. There are new classes every day, and thousands of classes to choose from. What’s more, there is also a treadmill users can purchase for running- and walking-based classes, and a TV app for strength classes. However, it will charge you more for the convenient service.
1. What can we know about Daily Burn?| A．It offers 30-day free trial classes freely. | B．It’s only suitable for advanced athletes. |
| C．Most classes are taught by experienced trainers. | D．It’s intended for anyone who has a bike. |
| A．Prices. | B．Sports facilities | C．Trainers | D．Music |
| A．Daily Burn. | B．Alo Moves. | C．Booya Fitness. | D．Peloton. |
2 . Tax Refund for Visitors to Canada
There is refund (偿还) of the tax money (GST) paid on such items as: clothes; electronic products; cosmetics and short-term accommodation (住宿).
Any goods about food; tobacco products; alcohol; entertainment and goods that you consume in Canada do not qualify for refund.
You can claim a refund of the tax money if you meet the following conditions:
◆You are not a citizen of Canada at the time you apply for a refund.
◆The goods you purchase are for personal use.
◆You have paid GST on these purchases.
◆Only original receipts (收据) of the goods you purchase are available. No photocopies are accepted.
◆Each receipt indicates a minimum purchase amount of Canadian dollars $50, not including GST.
◆The total amount of your purchases should reach Canadian dollars $200, not including GST.
◆The receipts should be stamped by the customs officers in the customs offices in one of the Canadian international airports.
You can mail us your receipts of purchases within one year with your original plane boarding pass back home and your home address. We will mail back your tax money in cash within six weeks after we get your receipts. Any false claim will cause a serious offence.
Please fill up the tax refund application form if you fully understand the information with your signature. Mail the form to:
Canada Customs and Revenue Agency Suite 104, 275 Pope Road Canada.
For more information: Call Canadian customs service at 1-800-461-9999
1. All the tax money spent on the following goods or items can be refunded except on _______.| A．cameras and CD players | B．hotel living expenses |
| C．pants and jackets | D．movies and concerts |
| A．pay for their purchases in cash |
| B．buy goods and use them outside Canada |
| C．travel or work in Canada as foreigners |
| D．are interested in making shopping trips abroad |
| A．before the buyer leaves Canada |
| B．after the buyer leaves Canada |
| C．when the buyer is in the Canadian International Airport |
| D．after the buyer has the receipts stamped at the airport |
3 . China has a history of thousands of years, which gives it a lot of historical sites, which include the Summer Place, the Forbidden City, the Terracotta Army, the Potala Palace and the Mogao Grottoe. All of these are UNESCO World Heritage
The Summer Palace: China’s Largest Imperial GardenLocation: Beijing
The Summer Palace is China’s largest imperial garden. UNESCO added this 300-hectare site to the World Heritage List in 1998. There are numerous stores in Suzhou Street, selling souvenirs like antiques, snacks, silk, jewelry and tea. The shop assistants there are dressed in the costumes of the Qing Dynasty.
The Terracotta Warriors: First Emperor Qin’s Buried ArmyLocation: Xi’an
The museum covers an area of 22,780 square meters. Over 8,000 life-size terracotta soldiers and horses, and more than 10,000 bronze weapons were unearthed. The Terracotta Army is candidate for the title “eighth wonder of the world”
The Potala Palace: Masterpiece of Tibetan ArchitectureLocation: Lhasa
It was first built as the palace of Songtsen Gampo (617-650), founder of the Tu-Bo Dynasty. After being rebuilt in the 17th century, it was the residence of Dalai Lamas.There are plenty of precious historical relics in the palace, including over 10,000 Buddha statues made of gold, silver, jade, wood or clay.
The Mogao Grottoes:a Holy Land of Buddhist ArtLocation: Dunhuang
The Mogao Grottoes has 735 grottoes, 450,000 square meters of mural paintings, 2,415 colored Buddha statues made of clay, and more than 50,000 historical relics. All of these make the Mogao Grottoes the largest and the most significant land of Buddhist art.
There are some bestsellers including some of these historical sites●4-Day Lhasa Highlight Tour
●11-Day Classic Wonders Tour — Beijing, Xi’an, Lhasa
●16-Day Memories of China with Yangtze Cruise — Beijing, Xi’an, Yangtze,Shangha
You could always contact us to tailor your own unique tour of China’s historical sites.
1. Where can you buy gifts for your friend who is a tea lover?
| A．At the Potala Palace. | B．At the Terracotta Warriors. |
| C．At the Summer Palace. | D．At the Mogao Grottoes. |
| A．magnificent mural paintings | B．Buddha statues made of jade |
| C．terracotta soldiers and horses | D．grottoes with mural paintings |
| A．The Terracotta Warriors is the eighth wonder of the world. |
| B．The Mogao Grottoes is the most important place of Buddhist art. |
| C．Only three tour packages are available for tourists to choose. |
| D．The Potala Palace was first constructed for the residence of Dalai Lamas. |
4 . A trip to the capital wouldn’t be complete without seeing the following attractions in London.
The London Eye (Tickets from £ 24.50)
Explore London from above on the London Eye. Your ticket includes a 30-minute flight with breathtaking views over London as well as an amazing 4D experience. Book ahead to save money and skip most of the queues with a fast-track entry ticket.
Tower of London (Tickets from £ 25)
Hear the many stories of the Tower of London on a Yeoman Warder (Beefeater) tour. See the famous Crown Jewels, the White Tower and find out what it was like to be a prisoner in the Tower of London.
Kidzania London (Tickets from £ 18.50)
Test out a range of professions and activities including journalism, animal care, cabin crew and tour guiding at KidZania London. Work to earn KidZos and save them for next time or spend them in the Airport Shop. Great for kids to learn and have fun.
The Royal Observatory Greenwich (Tickets from £ 16)
Visit the home of time and explore outer space at the Royal Observatory in Greenwich. See and stand astride the Prime Meridian line(子午线), the reference point for Greenwich Mean Time. Learn about the history of longitude(经线), touch a piece of rock from outer space, and enjoy amazing views over London.
Coronavirus information: London is currently subject to a four-week national lockdown from 5 November, which means attractions are temporarily closed. You can still book tickets in advance ready for when they reopen with social distancing and other safety measures in place. Cycle or walk to these attractions where possible.
1. Which trip can you experience London in the high air?| A．The London Eye. | B．Tower of London. |
| C．Kidzania London. | D．The Royal Observatory Greenwich. |
| A．Booking ahead The London Eye is a waste of time to enter. |
| B．A prisoner once died in Tower of London. |
| C．There are many jobs in Kidzania London. |
| D．The Royal Observatory Greenwich offers chances to experience an alien rock. |
| A．You can visit London at any time. | B．Keeping a safety distance is a must. |
| C．Driving is not allowed here. | D．Avoid booking tickets in advance. |
5 . Khalifa State School
Years 1, 2 and 3 Swimming
Dear Parents,
From October 19th to November 24th, students in Years 1, 2 and 3 will be participating in a “Learn to Swim” program as part of their learning in Health and Physical Education. Students will be grouped according to their ability. All students are connected to attend all lessons unless they are injured or ill. Students will undertake six lessons.
Activity details:
October 19th, 26th, November 2ⁿᵈ, 9th, 16th, 23rd
Class | Departure Time | Lesson Time | Return Time |
1C | 11:15am | 11:30am-12:00pm | 12:15pm |
1K | 11:45am | 12:00pm-12:30pm | 12:45pm |
October 20th, 27th, November 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th
Class | Departure Time | Lesson Time | Return Time |
2D | 11:30am | 11:45am-12:15pm | 12:30pm |
2V | 12:00pm | 12:15pm-12:45pm | 1:00pm |
3K | 9:00am | 9:15am-9:45am | 10:00am |
3O | 10:30am | 10:45am-11:15am | 11:30am |
Destination:
●Venue: Khalifa Public Pool
●Transport: School buses
Risk management strategies:
●A registered teacher will attend all lessons.
●Students will be in small groups with professional swimming instructors from Khalifa Public Pool.
●Swimming instructors have First And qualifications.
●There are staff who have Life Guard qualifications.
●Classroom teachers will give any required student medication.
Activity costs: $66 each
◎If swimming costs present a problem for any family, please contact the Business Manager on 37255710 to discuss alternative arrangements.
◎If you wish your child to participate in the activity, please complete this consent (同意) form and return it to Khalifa State School by October 12th.
◎For further information, please contact Khalifa State School on 37255777 or email info@Khalifass.eq.edu.au.
1. When can the students attend the 1K class?| A．11:30am-12:00pm, November 10th. | B．12:00pm-12:30pm, November 2nd. |
| C．12:15pm-12:45pm, November 9th. | D．9:15am-9:45am, November 3rd. |
| A．A student who lives far away from the public pool. |
| B．A student who has difficulty paying for the cost. |
| C．A student who has his left leg broken. |
| D．A student who is good at swimming. |
| A．attend all the six lessons. |
| B．return the consent form to school |
| C．send an email to info@Khalifass.eq.edu.au |
| D．discuss alternative arrangements with the instructor |
6 . Welcome to Scottish Storytelling Centre, Edinburgh — a vibrant arts venue with a seasonal programme of live storytelling, theatre, music, exhibitions, workshops, family events and festivals.
The Centre’s idea is summed up nicely by the old Scottish saying, “The story is told eye to eye, mind to mind and heart to heart”. The main draw is its programme of spoken-word performances, most of which take place in its 100-seat basement theatre. The storytelling doesn’t just happen on stage, though. The ground floor has a large, airy room used for exhibitions, workshops as well as a monthly story session for tots(Tiny Tales for one-to three-year-olds).
Exit through the gift shop
No gift shop! Better than that, the Centre has an independent bookshop, which specializes in fables, myths and folk stories. Many are classics passed down from generation to generation, although contemporary (当代的) material also exists in abundance. Kids’ books are plentiful. Contemporary highlights include LariDon’s Serpents and Werewolves and Janis Mackay’s The Selki e Girl. Also worth a look is Animals, Beasties and Monsters of Scotland by Lea Taylor, which forms part of The History Press’s superb compilation of regional Scottish folk stories.
Getting there
The Centre is in the middle of Edinburgh’s Old Town, at the eastern end of the Royal Mile. It’s a five-minute walk from Waverley railway station. Driving in the city centre is to be avoided; the nearest bus stops are on the High Street and North Bridge. For more information, visit Lothian Buses.
Value for money
Reasonable. Entry to the ground-floor space is free, although all the theatre performances are ticketed. Prices for shows vary, with the average around £8 for adults and £6 for children. Café Voices, the Centre’s monthly storytelling night, is £5.
Opening hours
10 a. m.-6 p. m. from Mondays to Saturdays; Sunday (July and August only). Last entry: 5:30 pm.
1. What can visitors do at the Centre?| A．Attend a weekly story session. | B．Enjoy spoken-word performances. |
| C．Buy some souvenirs. | D．Watch free shows. |
| A．Public transportation is recommended. |
| B．Self-driving is encouraged in the city centre. |
| C．Round-trip transportation is provided by the Centre. |
| D．The nearest bus stop is next to Waverley railway station. |
7 . Calling for Contributions
Keen to share your views and have your articles published in the Campus Link? We are calling for contributions to the following sections:
Lifestyle:
Do you travel widely, keep a journal of your adventures and have nice photographs that you might want to share? Or have you simply been somewhere that caught your imagination? Tell us all about your travels!
Are you an eager movie-goer? Be Leonard Maltin for the day and share your views of the latest blockbuster (大片) with our readers!
If food is your preferred choice of relaxation, try your hand at being food critic and send us your views on food/restaurants worth trying.
Class Notes:
Whether it’s about your accomplishments, memories of campus days, your recent career or a new addition to your family, we welcome you to share your news, views and photos with friends and classmates through Class Notes. Read about your classmates in this issue of Campus Link.
Research:
If this noble line of work is your bread and butter or passion, we want to hear from you! Share with Campus Link your research developments and breakthroughs. If you know of someone (your schoolmate or teacher) whose research work is a source of inspiration for our community, do not hesitate to send in your suggestions!
If you are interested in sharing any of the above, or if you know of someone worthy of feature, please get in touch with the Editor-in-Chief, at karinyeo@campuslink.sg.
Contributions will be selected based on their relevance and quality and Campus Link reserves the right to publish or reject a submission. All contributions will be edited for clarity and length. Please send your submissions in word.doc files and your photos in jpeg format.
Contributions for the next issue should reach us by 10 July 2013.
1. In the Lifestyle section, you may not find ________ .| A．journals of travels |
| B．stories of Leonard Maltin |
| C．well-taken photographs |
| D．opinions on restaurants |
| A．It offers readers bread and butter. |
| B．It is a source of inspiration for the community. |
| C．It helps you to recognize your schoolmates and teachers. |
| D．It welcomes research developments and breakthroughs. |
| A．declare the rights of Campus Link |
| B．introduce someone worthy of feature |
| C．encourage contributions for the next issue |
| D．share views and articles among teachers |
8 . The smell, the warmth, the distinct taste-a good cup of coffee is what gets us through the day and helps us to unwind at the end of it. And in walks the Pod Coffee Machine. This skillful kitchen device is here for convenience.
Pros | Cons |
●Usually quite small-sized. ●Cheap to buy-some cost as little as £40. ●Good for occasional coffee drinkers, as the sealed pods keep coffee fresh. | ●More expensive per drink than bean-to-cup coffee or beans. ●Coffee pods create waste, as many pods are plastic. |
To ensure that you get the best fix of caffeine, we’ve rounded up a list of what we consider the best pod coffee machines in mind.
Hamilton Beach (49976) Pod Coffee Machine
Twice as nice! Whether it’s for a quick cup on the go or a coffee date with friends, this hot beverage maker gives you the option to select a single serving or to brew up a whole pot.
★★★★ 21, 017 ratings
$104.99
Currently unavailable. We don’t know when this item will be back in stock.
Nespresso Pixie Espresso Pod Coffee Machine
Designed to please, not only is this machine small enough to fit in the smallest of kitchens, but the19-bar high-pressure pump also ensures that each pod is released to ensure master-style results, Heating up in only 25 seconds, this single-serve kitchen buddy will have your coffee ready in less than 2 minutes.
★★★ 613 ratings
$159.95
Nespresso Inissia Original Pod Coffee Machine
This PREMIUM CHOICE model is ideal for small households who enjoy novel coffees that are prepared in no time at all. Or you can prepare the coffee for the go.
★★★★★ 3, 676 ratings
$149.95 Only 10 left in stock. Order soon.
$66.75 (Second-hand)
Keuring K55 / K-Classic Pod Coffee Machine
If the strength or weakness of your coffee is one of your greatest concern, then this machine might come in quite handy. The smaller the pod, the stronger the coffee.
★★★ 2, 665 ratings
$118.26
1. According to the article, the Pod Coffee Machine attracts ______.| A．environment conservationists | B．heavy coffee drinkers |
| C．occasional coffee drinkers | D．bean-to-cup coffee lovers |
| A．Hamilton Beach (49976) Pod Coffee Machine | B．Nespresso Inissia Original Pod Coffee Machine |
| C．Nespresso Pixie Espresso Pod Coffee Machine | D．Keuring K55 / K-Classic Pod Coffee Machine |
| A．In a newspaper. | B．In a magazine. |
| C．On the homepage of Espresso | D．In an appliance brochure. |
9 . One of the best things to do in the south of Albania is taking a mussel (贻贝) tour. The area near Ksamil and Butrint is famous for its mussels. The mussel tour leaves from the Ksamil village. You will get on a traditional boat, which takes you to the mussel beds. You will be shown how mussels are cultivated, collected and cleaned.
Local experience with local guide
Schedule:
- Meet your captain at the lake.
- Introductions.
- Reach mussel beds, where you meet our “Queen”, and learn about the mussel cultivation.
- Set off from the mussel beds and journey to the ancient city ruins of Butrint.
- Time to taste two kinds of mussel dishes served with locally produced white wine in an idyllic (田园般的) setting.
- Return to the port.
Timing:
Tours run every day, Monday-Sunday
11:00-13:30 or 16:00-18:30
Tour expense($200 per person) includes:
- Boat trip
- Local guide
- Food (two kinds of mussel dish, homema de bread, fresh vegetable)
- Drinks(white wine and water)
Basic information:
Sanall: traditional handmade boat, a typical example of a vessel (船) the mussel farmers use daily
Mussel beds: concrete (混凝土的) structure where they cultivate mussels
Necessaries:
- Report to your guide if you are allergic (过敏的) to mussels, so other dishes can be prepared,e. g. freshfish.
- Take hats and sunglasses.
- Bring a local map with you.
Safety:
- Life jacket for everyone on the boat
- Each boat has a first aid kit.
We offer an authentic (真实的) experience for everyone.
Book your tour:
Contact: +355672000981
Mail: ksamilnebo@gmail.com
Remember: The tour is seasonal, from May till the end of September.
1. What can you do during the mussel tour?| A．Take a tour to Ksamil village. | B．Meet the guide at the lake. |
| C．Have mussel dishes with white wine. | D．Cultivate, collect and clean the mussels. |
| A．June 7, 11:30-13:30 | B．July 5, 13:30-16:00 |
| C．September 21, 10:00-13:00 | D．November 15, 16:00-18:30 |
| A．A hat. | B．Sunglasses. | C．A local map. | D．A life jacket. |
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1. Who are most likely to be the customers of Oak Tree Mobility?| A．Senior citizens. | B．Adolescents. | C．Civil servants. | D．Professors. |
| A．deciding the size of your own chairs and beds. | B．choosing the fabrics and leathers that you like. |
| C．getting a discount when you buy another item. | D．trading in your old furniture to get a half price |
| A．they are the only company to suit people’s needs. |
| B．all their chairs and beds are handmade in Great Britain. |
| C．their furniture can offer positional relief from aches and pains. |
| D．the products receive good assessments from professional institutions. |
