California (born California, pronounced [kælɨfɔrnjə] (i)) - U.S. state located on the west coast, on the Pacific Ocean. Borders the U.S. state of Oregon (in the north), Nevada (east) and Arizona (in the southeast), and the Mexican state of Baja California (in the south). California - the 31st U.S. state, it was formed September 9, 1850. Prior to that, California at various times under the rule of Spain and Mexico. California - the most populous state in the U.S. (as the population census, and estimated in 2008 [1]) and the third area (after Alaska and Texas). Capital - Sacramento's largest city - Los Angeles. Other major cities: San Francisco, San Diego, San Jose. State is known for its varied climate, dispersion in the population. California also ranks first among U.S. states in terms of gross domestic product. Major branches of the state's economy - agriculture, aerospace industry, mining and processing of oil and information technology. The first Europeans who explored these shores, were Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo in 1542, and Sir Francis Drake in 1579. Up until the 1730s, California was considered an island. Beginning in the late 1700s, Spanish missionaries built small settlements in the vast stretches of land in the empty lands to the north of Baja California (Spanish California Baja). After the independence of Mexico, the entire chain of settlements (missions) was declared the property of the Mexican government, and they were abandoned. In the middle of XVIII - the beginning of XIX century in California begin to penetrate Russian. After the second voyage of Vitus Bering (1734-1743) created a Russian trading bases throughout the north-west coast of America. In two expeditions employee of the Russian-American Company, Lieutenant Ivan Kuskova (1808-1809 and 1811) was selected for the establishment of the settlement of Fort Ross, which operated from 1812 to 1841 years, being the southernmost outpost of the Russian empire in the North American land occupied by it, was known as the Russian America. This settlement was located on the coast north of Bodega Bay, it was sold to Swiss-born Mexican citizen John Sutter in 1841. Pride of place among the pioneers of the study and development of North America to Central California, rightfully Shelikhov, Baranov and other Russian researchers. The north-western region of the Spanish Empire in North America have been named California. After the independence of the Spanish colonies of California became part of the Mexican Empire, and later the Mexican Republic. After the Mexican-American War in 1847, the region was divided between Mexico and the United States. In 1848, California Republic was proclaimed, the existence of which quickly ended after the Commodore of the Navy U.S. Sloat landed at the Bay of San Francisco and declared the U.S. Territories. American part, Upper California became the 31st state of the USA in 1850. Following the discovery of gold in 1848, there began a so-called "Gold Rush." At that time the population of California has improved dramatically. During the Civil War in the U.S. California has officially supported the North. But the population was divided in their preferences, and the forces of California volunteers fought on both sides. Completion of the first transcontinental railroad in the 1870s led to the explosive growth of the population. The settlers liked the climate, great for living and farming. By 1950, California became the most populous U.S. state, as she is today.
Today more and more people are interested in studying foreign languages. In my view, studying abroad is a great experience and its benefits are indisputable. Thus, foreign student exchange programs are a great way for students world-wide to experience life in another country.
To begin with, as a student residing, you are totally immersed in the language both in and outside of school. You have to carry out all daily activities like awareness of traffic signs and road regulations, asking for directions or socializing with native people in the target language. Besides, if you live with a host family you will definitely improve your conversational skills because you avoid speaking you mother's tongue. You watch films, listen to music and carry out regular tasks in the language of the host country. Additionally, all school subjects are taught in a foreign language.
As for other advantages, you become more self-disciplined because you have to shoulder lots of duties such as planning expenses and doing chores around the house. Besides, studying abroad is an unforgettable cultural experience. By meeting new people from around the world one will be able to know more about different ideologies, faiths, cultures and ways of life. So, it is.a splendid opportunity to make new friends.
However, studying abroad has some drawbacks. Firstly, it may be stressful for children as they have to live apart from their family. Secondly, they may experience language barrier problems. That's why students should be able to speak in the language of a host country, at least, on a basic level. Personally, 1 think that if a person has a real wish to study abroad, then he will find ways to cope with stress.
Taking into consideration all mentioned above, international student exchange is, undoubtedly, beneficial for all schoolchildren. However, it is very important to decide whether or not you really want to study abroad, away from your family and friends, and adjust to unfamiliar customs, culture and environment.
1. The official name of Great Britain is the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland. 2 It consists of four parts: England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland.The capital of Scotland is Edinburgh.London is the capital of England.The capital of Nothern Ireland is Belfast and Cardiff is the capital of Wales. 3 It is situated on the British Isles. 4 The surface varies greatly. The northern and western parts of the country is mountainous and is called the Highlands. All the rest (south, east and centre) is a vast plain which is called the Lowlands. 5 The rivers are not long. The most important of them are the Severn, the Thames, the Trent. 6 The climate of Great Britain is mild the whole year round. 7 The Queen is the head of the state.
California (born California, pronounced [kælɨfɔrnjə] (i)) - U.S. state located on the west coast, on the Pacific Ocean. Borders the U.S. state of Oregon (in the north), Nevada (east) and Arizona (in the southeast), and the Mexican state of Baja California (in the south). California - the 31st U.S. state, it was formed September 9, 1850. Prior to that, California at various times under the rule of Spain and Mexico.
California - the most populous state in the U.S. (as the population census, and estimated in 2008 [1]) and the third area (after Alaska and Texas). Capital - Sacramento's largest city - Los Angeles. Other major cities: San Francisco, San Diego, San Jose. State is known for its varied climate, dispersion in the population. California also ranks first among U.S. states in terms of gross domestic product. Major branches of the state's economy - agriculture, aerospace industry, mining and processing of oil and information technology.
The first Europeans who explored these shores, were Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo in 1542, and Sir Francis Drake in 1579. Up until the 1730s, California was considered an island. Beginning in the late 1700s, Spanish missionaries built small settlements in the vast stretches of land in the empty lands to the north of Baja California (Spanish California Baja). After the independence of Mexico, the entire chain of settlements (missions) was declared the property of the Mexican government, and they were abandoned.
In the middle of XVIII - the beginning of XIX century in California begin to penetrate Russian. After the second voyage of Vitus Bering (1734-1743) created a Russian trading bases throughout the north-west coast of America. In two expeditions employee of the Russian-American Company, Lieutenant Ivan Kuskova (1808-1809 and 1811) was selected for the establishment of the settlement of Fort Ross, which operated from 1812 to 1841 years, being the southernmost outpost of the Russian empire in the North American land occupied by it, was known as the Russian America. This settlement was located on the coast north of Bodega Bay, it was sold to Swiss-born Mexican citizen John Sutter in 1841. Pride of place among the pioneers of the study and development of North America to Central California, rightfully Shelikhov, Baranov and other Russian researchers.
The north-western region of the Spanish Empire in North America have been named California. After the independence of the Spanish colonies of California became part of the Mexican Empire, and later the Mexican Republic. After the Mexican-American War in 1847, the region was divided between Mexico and the United States. In 1848, California Republic was proclaimed, the existence of which quickly ended after the Commodore of the Navy U.S. Sloat landed at the Bay of San Francisco and declared the U.S. Territories. American part, Upper California became the 31st state of the USA in 1850.
Following the discovery of gold in 1848, there began a so-called "Gold Rush." At that time the population of California has improved dramatically.
During the Civil War in the U.S. California has officially supported the North. But the population was divided in their preferences, and the forces of California volunteers fought on both sides.
Completion of the first transcontinental railroad in the 1870s led to the explosive growth of the population. The settlers liked the climate, great for living and farming. By 1950, California became the most populous U.S. state, as she is today.