1 . About twenty years ago, a new yoga teacher with related qualifications (资格) began her day practicing yoga on the beach. Over time, a few local beach lovers joined in and before she knew it, she was leading classes every morning and evening. After the word spread, local teachers offered to assist and the unique yoga classes were born. After that, the teacher moved to India, but her legacy (遗留) lives on. We aim to ensure people can come into contact with and afford yoga 365 days a year. Classes are all donation based. Our teachers offer yoga from the heart and do not get paid.

Our Approach

People around the world have practiced yoga for thousands of years, and millions of people currently enjoy its health benefits. Being outside can enhance the yoga experience in many ways, since nature inspires all the things — focusing awareness, breathing deeply, practicing stillness. We attach great importance to outdoor practice, through which you can feel the union with nature. Through every practice, we help some people who want to change.

Our Classes

We provide you with mostly two kinds of classes. Private beach classes include yoga, stretching, and partner yoga. We tailor the class to your requirements. If you are planning a corporate event or yoga classes, we can help make it fun, motivating and exciting.

What to Bring?
•An open mind, an open heart and a sense of fun
•A large towel or blanket — mats tend to get very sandy
•Sunglasses and sunscreen — in the morning there is shade
•Water-hydrate (水合物)
•Layered clothing in the winter — mornings can be cool
Get in Touch

You are invited and welcomed in our community! To know more information, you can click the link we provide. You can also email us for further questions or to request a private class.

1. What is the purpose of the unique yoga classes?

A．To call on people to protect the beach.

B．To help yoga lovers gain qualifications.

C．To raise the awareness of keeping healthy.

D．To make yoga accessible and affordable to people.

2. Why is practicing yoga outdoors important according to the text?

A．It lowers the risks of diseases.	B．It is more beneficial to the old.
C．It can make people keep active.	D．It can expose people to nature.

3. In which section of a website can this text appear?

A．Business.

B．Opinion.

C．Health.

D．Travelling.

2 . 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.

2. What is a key characteristic of Bordeaux ?

A．A wide range of crafted gifts.	B．Its local culture and history.
C．Its traditional building style.	D．The views of beautiful coast.

3. Which market may attract wine lovers most?

A．Toulouse

B．Colmar

C．Arras

D．Bordeaux

4 . Tree Planting Events

Opportunity Details

Join us to palm trees and wildflowers and help grow our urban forest. As a volunteer you will.

·Learn more about native trees and invasive species.

·Learn how to plant a tree.

·Meet new people, make new friends and network within the community.

·Gain experience , leadership and interpersonal skills.

Where and When

Planting events take place from spring through fall each year. Check our event calendar for dates, and locations.

How to Apply

Events will run on a drop-in (无需预约的) basis unless otherwise noted. Individuals and small groups do not need to register. We require groups of five or more people to register in advance to ensure we have enough materials and tools at each event. Email us at greentoronto@toronto.ca to register your group and include the following information：

·Your name

·Which event(s) you would like to participate in

·The number of participants

Planting site conditions vary. If you would like to request accessibility support or accommodation, contact us as soon as possible.

Cancellation Policy

An event will be cancelled if there is a greater than 70 percent Chance of a thunderstorm or if hazardous weather arises.

Event Tips for Volunteers

·Wear comfortable clothing that you don’t mind getting dirty.

·Bring water to drink in a reusable container.

·Remember to apply sunscreen (防晒霜) beforehand.

·Gloves, shovels and watering cans are provided.

·Events happen rain or shine but not in thunderstorms. Please dress for the weather.

1. Who should sign for an event in advance?

A．A teenager.	B．A family of four.
C．A married couple.	D．A group of 20 students.

2. When will an event be cancelled?

A．When no accommodation is available.

B．When materials and tools are not enough.

C．When there will likely be a thunderstorm.

D．When there will be only a few participants.

3. What are participants advised to bring to the events?

A．Sunscreen.	B．Drinking water.
C．Gloves.	D．Watering cans.

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A famous vlogger (视频博主) called Zhang Chenliang with professional knowledge in animals, insects and plants lights up netizens’ (网民的) dreams of     1     (become) scientists.

Deep in a rainforest in Hainan province, Zhang Chenliang     2     (pick) up a daddy long legs (长腿蜘蛛) and presents it to the camera, explaining its features and living     3     (habit) for the benefit of viewers on a short video platform.

The 34-year-old is     4     influential vlogger with expertise in animals, insects and plants, and boats some 22 million followers. His humorous expression and distinctive accent have helped him carve out a career as one of the     5     (power) Chinese creators of popular science content. Born and raised in Beijing, Zhang     6     (have) a deep love of nature since he was a child. He loved going to his grandmother’s home in the countryside, where the fields were filled with vegetables and reeds. They were also a natural habitat for insects,     7     have always got him interested.

After watching one of his videos, one young woman was encouraged     8     (go) for a field trip of her own, and     9     ( final) chose to study at the Chinese Academy of Sciences hoping to become a biologist. “That makes me feel that my work is worthwhile, and that what I’ve been doing is having a positive effect     10     young people,” Zhang said.