Today, we’ve put together another writing format from the IB Chinese B exam—guidelines for writing a manual—to help students with their preparation.
Cover: For formal documents like product manuals or technical guides, a cover might be necessary. It typically includes the …
Here’s a guide on the format for the survey section of the IB Chinese B exam’s writing component, which is less commonly tested. The survey section typically follows a specific structure and guidelines to ensure clarity, logical flow, and ease of understanding for respondents. A …
The writing section of the IB Chinese B exam occasionally requires students to draft a proposal, which many are unfamiliar with. To help students prepare for this less common task, we’ve put together a general guide to proposal writing.
The writing component of the IB Chinese B exam includes various professional text formats such as essays, formal letters, proposals, questionnaires, reports, instructions, and research reports. Among these, blogs and emails fall under personal text formats. This article aims to provide a structured guide to …
Here’s a guide on how to format various types of professional writing materials for the IB Chinese B writing section, including blogs, diaries, emails, personal letters, and social media posts. This article organizes the formats of the types of texts that will be assessed in …
To get ready for the individual writing tasks in IB Chinese B, it’s essential to become familiar with various personal text formats, such as blogs, diaries, emails, personal letters, and social media posts or chatroom entries. In this article, we’ll cover some effective strategies …
The Standard Level (SL) and Higher Level (HL) of IB Chinese B differ in several key aspects. This article outlines the distinctions between these two examination levels.
Standard Level (SL): This level is designed for foreign students who have a …
Many students who choose IB Chinese B are unsure about what the exam actually covers, which can seriously affect their performance. This article provides a clear overview of the exam content and offers preparation strategies for each section to help students succeed.
The IB Chinese B course is part of the broader IB curriculum and aligns with the different stages of the IB program. The IB curriculum is divided into four key phases: the Primary Years Programme (PYP), the Middle Years Programme (MYP), the Diploma Programme (DP), …
With years of experience teaching Chinese as a foreign language, we’ve observed that many students face challenges in their Chinese studies, particularly when it comes to course selection and future planning. For those considering the International Baccalaureate (IB) Chinese B course, here’s a comprehensive overview …
In the AP Chinese writing task where students are asked to write a story based on 4 pictures, many test-takers struggle because they don’t fully understand the images. This can make it difficult to describe what’s happening in the pictures, leading to lower scores. However, …
The free-response speaking section of the AP Chinese exam really tests a student’s ability to think on their feet. To handle this part with confidence and fluency, targeted practice in several key areas is essential. This article provides some useful strategies to help students prepare …
The final question in the AP Chinese speaking exam focuses on Chinese culture. For this section, students need to prepare knowledge about Chinese cultural topics and respond to the given question within two minutes. Many students struggle with this part of the exam and often …
In AP Chinese writing tasks, responding to email prompts effectively involves several key strategies. This article provides a guide on how to address these types of questions, helping students focus on the essential aspects of the task to achieve high scores.
In the AP Chinese exam’s writing section, the “picture story” task can be particularly challenging. To score well, it’s essential to effectively use the information provided in the prompts to create a coherent, engaging, and logically sound story. Below are detailed strategies and methods to …
The speaking section of the AP Chinese exam is a significant portion that heavily tests your fluency, quick thinking, and overall grasp of the language. In this article, we’ve put together some effective strategies to help you prepare for this challenging part of the exam.…
Preparing for the AP Chinese writing section can be challenging for many students, especially since it often leads to significant anxiety and lost points. This article aims to provide some practical advice on how to effectively prepare for the writing tasks in the AP Chinese …
The HSK Level 3 reading section can be quite challenging for many children. This article provides some effective strategies and steps to help your child tackle this part of the exam and prepare more effectively.
To improve performance in the reading section, expanding …
This article outlines the expectations and exam format for children taking the HSK Level 4 test. HSK Level 4 is designed for students who have studied Chinese for four semesters, at a pace of 2-3 hours per week, and have mastered 1,200 commonly used words. …
Here are some effective methods for kids to prepare for the HSK Level 3 listening section:
The HSK Level 3 listening section consists of 40 questions divided into 4 parts, with a total duration of about 35 minutes.
Part 1…
