March, April and May are months full of festivals and events all over the world. Here are some wonderful festivals around the world that happen in spring.
SongKran--Thailand
Dates: 13th-15th, April
In Thailand, it’s time to celebrate the coming monsoon season, which will bring the rain many people have been looking forward to. They celebrate it with a festival called Songkran,when people head out to the streets with water guns to spray(喷,洒)everyone who walks past. If you walk on the streets where the festival is celebrated, prepare to get soaked!
Naghol--Vanuatu
Dates: Every Saturday from April to May
Every year, villagers come together to celebrate the harvest of yams, an important part in the people’s diet in Vanuatu. The festival is most famous for its “land diving ceremony”. During the ceremony men and boys dive to the ground from high wooden towers with only two thin vines(藤条) attached to their ankles(脚踝). The divers’ heads have to lightly touch the ground when they jump---something very dangerous if the vines are not measured properly.
Cherry Blossom Viewing ---Japan
Dates: The cherry blossom season is different from year to year depending on the weather forecast.
The cherry blossom season has huge importance to the people of Japan, who celebrate the days when the flowers finally blossom. Only a few days later, the petals(花瓣)fall to the ground, like pink snowflakes. This is one of the most beautiful things to see. In Japan, almost everyone has picnics in the parks to view the flowers.
【小题1】What does the underlined word “soaked” in Paragraph 2 probably mean?A.tired | B.interested | C.wet | D.crazy |
A.the divers may injure their heads if the vines aren’t measured properly |
B.the divers’ ankles may get injured if the vines are tied too tightly |
C.the divers may fall onto the ground if the thin vines break |
D.the divers may bump into(撞在…上)the wooden tower on the way down |
A.people usually stay at home for celebration during the cherry blossom season |
B.the time for the Cherry Blossom Celebration in Japan can be different yearly |
C.the Cherry Blossom Celebration usually lasts a long time in Japan |
D.the Cherry Blossom Celebration is the most important festival in Japan |
Life and Health Insurance Risk Manager Wanted
Our company has partnered with an international insurer and is looking for a full-time risk manager with responsibility for the UK Life and Health Insurance business. The role is in a small risk team and is suited to a high-performing individual.
Responsibilities
*Support the chief risk officer;
*Oversee the reporting of health and life risks;
*Deliver advice and cooperate with some stakeholders(利益相关者);
*Assess relevant risks of technical pricing and reinsurance;
*Continuously contribute to the capital requirements, internal model review and data model processes.
Key requirements
The individual will be a qualified life or health manager who has experience in risk management or consulting. You must work in the UK---these rules have changed recently, so when applying, please state your qualification to work in the UK. (E.g. British passport, Irish passport, ILR, settled-status, etc.)
Salary
£70,000-£90,000 per year and performance-based salary.
Contact information
The deadline for applications is 14th May, 2021.
If you are interested, please apply here or contact the associate consultant Abi Logeswaran at HFG Insurance Recruitment(招聘). Sign in to apply instantly.
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【小题1】What do we know about the job?A.It hunts for a chief risk officer. | B.It is a part-time job. |
C.It is related to insurance business. | D.It involves a high-risk team. |
A.A professional certificate. | B.The ability to change working rules. |
C.An Irish passport. | D.Relevant experience. |
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C.Offer our bank account details. | D.Give our information to third parties. |
Best of British: Service Stations
Brockholes Nature Reserve Services
M6,PRESTON
“Our service station is different from any other service station you're going to stop at on any of the motorways in the UK,” says manager Alan Right.
He's not lying.Brockholes is distinctive in that the whole facility floats on a 4,000foot pontoon(浮码头) in the middle of a lake.
What's more,there's a bakery on site—so you can reward yourself with the “cake of the week” after a walk.
Gloucester Services
M4,BROOK THORPE
Ordinarily,the most you can expect of servicestation food is a fastfood burger,or sugarfilled packaged goods.
Not so at Gloucester Services.Located in a county known for its agriculture,this service station puts local produce at the fore(在前面).The farm shop offers regional cheeses and the café serves up some of the best homemade cake around.
Cairn Lodge Services
M74,DOUGLAS
This was recently named the cheapest service station in the country,and that's not even the best thing about it; next to the station is an authentic ancient fortress(城堡).
Douglas Castle is small and largely in ruins,but wandering around it makes for an enjoyable way to stretch your legs.
The service station was privately owned until 2014,when it was acquired by Westmorland.The company has made a point of ensuring the food is to its trademark firstrate standard.
Yorkshire Sculpture Park Service Station
M1,YORKSHIRE
This station could beat some of the nation's best galleries,and—since you're already driving somewhere—you don't even have to go out of your way to see it.
The 500 acres of carefully managed parkland are home to openair displays from some of the world's finest artists.Walk along the trails and you'll come across breathtaking sculptures,and splendid views.
【小题1】Why is Brockholes Nature Reserve Services unique?A.It serves tasty cake. | B.It is surrounded by water. |
C.It is the cheapest of its kind. | D.It offers breathtaking scenery. |
A.It is fast food. | B.It lacks variety. |
C.Most of it tastes sweet. | D.Most of it is from the markets nearby. |
A.Gloucester Services. | B.Cairn Lodge Services. |
C.Brockholes Nature Reserve Services. | D.Yorkshire Sculpture Park Service Station. |
Summer Camps in Season!
STEM Camp
90% of the jobs in the future will require STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics) education. We find ways to make learning fun and exciting for students to help ensure their futures. Campers take part in interesting STEM activities!
Time: July 10 to August 14
Cost: $ 180
Register: www.stemcamp.ca or Call: 519-475-6600.
Kandalore
The finest traditional camp in Canada, providing the best of both canoe adventures and in-camp activities. For more than 65 years, Kandalore has given campers the opportunity to know and be themselves. We create a warm and supportive environment where kids can express their unique self, grow in self-confidence and build lifetime friendships.
Time: June 15 to 28
Cost: $ 2,340
Register: www.kandlore.com or Call: 416-322-9735.
ESL Summer Camp
Pickering College has an exciting ESL summer camp for students aged 12-18 who want to learn English and experience the wonders of summer at our 42-acre campus; students enjoy the excellent dormitory, dining, academic, and social facilities of one of Canada’s oldest independent schools.
Time: June 25 to July 21
Cost: $ 5,500
Register: www.pickeringcollege.ca or Call: 905-175-8900.
DEEP Summer Academy
We provide high school students from across the world with the opportunity for advanced study in a variety of engineering, technology, business and science subjects. Organized by University of Toronto, DEEP is one of the most diverse pre-university engineering programs all over the world with scholarships (奖学金).
Time: August 16 to 26
Cost: $ 465
Register: www. outreachengineering.ca or Call: 416-946-0816.
【小题1】Which number should you call if you want to improve your English?A.416-322-9735. | B.416-946-0816. |
C.905-175-8900. | D.519-475-6600. |
A.On August 16. | B.On June 15. |
C.On June 25. | D.On July 10. |
A.They both offer scholarships for students. |
B.They provide the exact same courses for students. |
C.They both prepare students for their development. |
D.They are both designed for international students. |
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