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 …
Quite often, I receive messages from parents outside China who would like some guidance and suggestions on how to motivate their children to learn Mandarin Chinese and what goals to set. While standardized tests may only motivate some students, I do find that the AP …
1. Choose the best answer to fill in the blanks. Jīntiān jiàn le xīn péngyǒu Lily, wǒ ____ tā de yìnxiàng _____. 今 天 见 了 新 朋 友 Lily，我 ____ 她 的 印 象 _____。
A. 使 (shǐ)，很好 (hěnhǎo) B. 让 (ràng)，很好 (hěnhǎo) C. …
Answer: C Analysis: Jīntiān jiàn le xīn péngyǒu Lily, wǒ duì tā de yìnxiàng hěn hǎo. 今 天 见 了 新 朋 友 Lily，我 对 她 的 印 象 很好。 I met my new friend Lily today and I was very impressed with her.
“A+ 对+B+印象+好/不好” is a fixed grammar structure in Chinese which means “A …
AP Chinese Sample Test Question:
A: 你是从哪儿来的？
B: 我是从美国纽约来的。你呢？
A: _____。
(A) 老实说，我哪儿都不想去。 (B) 真可惜，你从来没去过纽约。 (C) 我要跟你去那个地方。 (D) 我是本地人，在这儿出生的。
Answer: D
Nǐ shì cóng nǎr lái de? 你 是 从 哪儿 来 的？ Where are you from?
Wǒ shì cóng měiguó niǔyuē lái de. Nǐ ne? 我 是 从 美国 纽约 来 的。你呢？ I am from New York, USA. What about you?
According to …
A：你是哪国人？ B：__________
A. 我是美国人。 B. 我学习汉语。 C. 我住在英国。 D. 我要去中国。
AP Chinese Sample Test Question:
Choose the one of the following answers that continues or completes the conversation in a logical and culturally appropriate manner.
Tom: 这是我送你的生日礼物，喜欢吗？
Mary: _____________________
A. 我要去参加朋友的生日！
B. 我很喜欢，谢谢！
C. 对不起，我不知道你过生日！
D. 这是谁送的礼物？
Learning Chinese can sometimes feel intimidating. Many students over-pursue perfection, which actually slows down their progress.
Based on my experience teaching Chinese, students often show “excessive reverence“toward the language in the following aspects. Understanding these can help you communicate more naturally and confidently.
Walk into any modern office in Singapore — from the sleek towers of Marina Bay to the creative co-working spaces of Tanjong Pagar — and you’ll hear a familiar mix of English, Singlish, and Mandarin in daily conversations.
For expats and international professionals, this can …
If you consider having your kid learn Mandarin, sign up for a free online 1-to-1 Mandarin lesson on this page for your kid.…
If you consider having your kid learn Mandarin, sign up for a free online 1-to-1 Mandarin lesson on this page for your kid.
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Brushstrokes of the Soul: Discovering Chinese Calligraphy
Think calligraphy is just “pretty handwriting”? Think again. Chinese 书法 (shū fǎ) is a living art that blends language, history, and mindfulness in every stroke.
In this episode, we explore:
Why calligraphy is considered painting with words…
Among China’s many cultural treasures, shadow puppetry stands out as a living, breathing art form that bridges centuries of tradition with the vivid imaginations of today’s children. Chinese shadow puppetry to be a surprisingly powerful catalyst in inspiring children from non-Chinese backgrounds to connect with …
