Simultaneous Interpretation Camp

I’m going to introduce Simultaneous interpretation camp.
Do you know Simultaneous interpretation? It means to listen what wards are saying in English, and to translate it into another language at the same time.

Then, I’m gong to talk about outline of this camp. In this camp, people who belong to the Department of British and American studies participate. Almost all the people who participate in this camp want to be a simultaneous interpreter or to improve their English skill.

Next, I’m going to talk about the purpose of this camp. The main object is to master how to interpretation and how to make notes. Moreover, they are expected to deepen their understanding of politics, economy, and social problem of Japan and America. Of course, they are also expected to get along each other. After this camp, they must be interested in the Simultaneous interpretation and American culture more.

Difference of traffic rules between Japan and America.

The biggest difference is, as you know, which side you should drive. In america, the driver must drive on the right side, while in Japan; the driver must drive on the left side. If you mistake, a terrible accident will happen.

Next, in America, the driver needn't stop or reduce the speed of car before crossing the railroad tracks, while in Japan; the driver must stop and look both ways before the railroad tracks not to hit othe cars or person.

There are big differences between America and Japan so we have to search and know them before we go abroad.

Halloween
Hello! I'm going to talk about custom of Halloween.

This is the character of Halloween named "Jack-o'-Lantern". It is the lantern made of pumpkin. People put it on the front door or the window.
At night, people disguise as a ghost or a monster and march around the street. And the children costumed go from house to house, asking for treats such as candy or sometimes money with the question "Trick or Treat?". If you are questioned it, say "Happy Halloween!" and give them some candies.

Thank you.

Hello! I’ll talk about the highlight of the Versailles Palace.

First, I’ll review its beautiful garden. It was made by Andre Le Notre who was a garden designer in France. 36,000 people were pressed into service to complete it. It is very famous for a beautiful fountain.
Second, I’ll review the mirrored room. It is a beautiful room that its wall is made of so many mirrors. About 600 mirrors are used and the total length of it is about 75 m. In there, the enthronement ceremony of Wilhelm I was held, and the Treaty of Versailles was concluded.
It is very beautiful and historical building. If you visit there, you must be impressed with its beauty. Thank you!

Asahiyama zoo

I’m going to talk about its history.

On July 1, 1967 in Asahikawa, it was established by Kozan Igarashi. At first, it has 75 pieces of animal. There were 505 animals. In 1983, the number of visitors rose to a peak of 597,000! But in 1996, the number of visitors decreased to 2 million.

So in 1997, the stuff started to found new institution. Then in 2000, “The Penguin Exhibition” was completed. Furthermore in 2004, “The Azarashi Exhibition” was completed. In 2004, the number of visitors exceeded 320,000 which surpassed Ueno zoo in Tokyo. At last, it became the best zoo in Japan. Thank you.

-My Three Favorite Movies-



1. High School Musical

Made: in United States (on January 20, 2006)

Actors: Zac Efron (Troy)
Venessa Hadgens (Gabriella)

Setting: East High School (fictitious)

Awards: Won an Emmy Award

Film Company: Disney Channel, Family

Director: Kenny Otrega

Genre: Musical

Costs: $4,200,000

Runtime: 97 minutes

Recommendation: This movie was so fun! In this movie, many songs and many dances are used. So it makes viewers so exciting. The high school student’s friendship and love progress with songs and dances!

Source: Go to wikipedia

2. Titanic

Made: in United States (in 1997)

Actors: Leonard Dicaprio (Jack)
Kate Winslet (Rose)

Setting: The sinking of the RMS Titanic

Awards: Won eleven Academy Awards

Director: James Cameron

Genre: American romantic disaster

Costs: $200 million

Gross revenue: $1,848,813,795 (Guinness World Records)

Runtime: 195 minutes

Recommendation: This movie was so romantic. In the titanic, Jack and Rose fell in love. But the titanic collided a big iceberg and sank off...Their ending is so sad. You can’t see this movie without crying.

Source: Go to wikipedia

3. Pirates of ｔhe Caribbean

Made: in United States (in 2003)

Actors: Jonny Depp (Jack)
Orland Bloom (Will)
Keira Knightley (Elizabeth)

Setting: in 17 century

Film Company: Walt Disney Pictures

Director: Gore Verbinski

Genre: Adventure

Costs: $140 million

Runtime: 143 minutes

Followed: by Pirates of the Caribbean
~Dead Man’s Chest~

Recommendation: This movie was so exciting! In this movie, main characters are pirate! They are heavy drinker and exceedingly fond of treasures. One day, Elizabeth was kidnapped by pirates. Will tried taking her back with Jack, another pirate. Their ending are…!!

Source: Go to wikipedia