Compete for the Cup of Global Knowledge! 5th Annual Global Bee International Quiz
January 21st
SCNN is seeking teams of up to 5 members (4 players and 1 alternate) to compete for the "Bill Williams Cup of Global Knowledge" in the categories of Geography, Current World Events, World Religions, International Sports, Customs, and World History. High School, College, Corporate and Civic teams are encouraged to participate. Teams can sign up by email to info@sistercities-nn.com or by phone to 757-926-1348. Team registrations are due by January 13th.
Follow Newport News native and SCNN member Sarah Vann as she spends a year teaching in Japan!
Population (comprehensive):4.87 million
Location:on the northern bank of China's Yangtze River, 250 km NNW of Shanghai
Climate:temperate monsoon climate, similar to US south Atlantic region
Currency:Renminbi (RMB) yuan
Exchange rate: approx. 8.3 yuan= US$1
National holidays: New Year's Day (January 1), the Spring Festival (the New Year's Day by Chinese lunar calendar), International Labor Day (May 1), and the National Day (October 1).
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