Answer to Video Lesson: Will He Come?
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Mandarin Essentials
Video Lesson: Will He Come?
If you have one million dollars, what will you do?
Exercises in the Video:
1. A: Lisa, Ted huì lái nǐ de party ma? B: Tā huì lái. Which of the following statements is correct according to the dialogue? Please choose the correct answer. A. …
Answer to 5 Ways That “黑科技 (Hēi Kējì) Black Technology” Is Being Used in the 2018 World Cup
Answer: B Analysis: 点球 (Diǎnqiú) = penalty.
扣篮 (Kòulán) = slam dunk.
头球 (Tóuqiú) = header.
Choices A and C both used in every football game, while choice B, “扣篮 (kòulán) slam dunk” is a basketball term. So, answer B will not be used at …
5 Ways That “黑科技 (Hēi Kējì) Black Technology” Is Being Used in the 2018 World Cup
Since 1930, football (or “soccer”) fans around the world have gathered to watch the “FIFA World Cup” every four years. The 2018 World Cup is being held for the first time in Russia. While there are no major changes to the rules of the game, …
Answer to the Cat’s out of the Bag Why They Are Taking over Cafes in China
Answer: C Analysis: 猫咪寄养 (Māomī jìyǎng): Foster cats.
云养猫 (Yún yǎng māo): Cyber cat petting.
买狗粮 (Mǎi gǒu liáng): Buying dog food.
The choice A and B both belong to the cat economy, while choice C, “买狗粮 (Mǎi gǒu liáng)” means buy food for dogs. …
The Cat’s out of the Bag Why They Are Taking over Cafes in China
What’s the trendiest thing you can think of? Add a cat and you’ve got a recipe for success. Cats are taking over everything from cafes to the Internet and it doesn’t look like it’s slowing down anytime soon. Let’s take a look at China’s cat …
Answer to Deodorant? Liquor? Louis Vuitton? You Can Use the “Daigou” Website for That!
Answer: C Analysis: 老师 (Lǎoshī): teacher
房子 (Fángzi): house
代购 (Dàigòu): overseas personal shopper
Ann: Wǒ xiǎng gěi wǒ nǚ’ér mǎi guówài de nǎifěn, nǐ zhīdào nǎlǐ néng mǎi dào ma? Ann: 我 想 给 我 女儿 买 国 外 的 奶 粉，你知 道 哪里 …
Deodorant? Liquor? Louis Vuitton? You Can Use the “Daigou” Website for That!
Life in China is different in so many ways from life in America. One of the most noticeable differences is the goods available for purchase in the shops and supermarkets. For my foreign classmates and myself, finding our everyday goods such as deodorant, maple syrup …
Video Lesson: The Difference Between “Huòzhě” and “Háishì”
To be, or not to be, that is the question…
Exercises in the Video:
1. A: Lǐ Lán, wǔfàn nǐ xiǎng chī shénme? B: … What does Li Lan want to eat for lunch? A. Hànbǎo huòzhě pīsà. B. Hànbǎo le pīsà. C. Hànbǎo háishì …
Answer to Video Lesson: The Difference Between “Huòzhě” and “Háishì”
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1. A 2. B 3. A 4. B 5. B <<Back to “Video Lesson: The Difference Between ‘Huòzhě’ and ‘Háishì’.” …
Answer to Modern Ladies, Do You Have “女子力 (Nǚzǐlì)”? Know the Traits of “Women Power”
Answer: C Analysis: A. 吃饭 (Chīfàn): eating
B. 房间乱 (Fángjiān luàn): chaotic room
C. 时尚 (Shíshàng): stylish
D. 不守时 (Bù shǒushí): unpunctual
Women who have “女子力 (nǚzǐlì) women power” have good living habits. They will organize their room efficiently, enjoy their signature dish, follow …
Modern Ladies, Do You Have “女子力 (Nǚzǐlì)”? Know the Traits of “Women Power”
It’s an exciting time to be in China! The country is changing each year. The role of women in China is evolving and females are gaining skills and qualities that were not common in the past. In many of my Mandarin Chinese classes here in …
Answer to Video Lesson: Let Me Tweet First!
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1. A 2. B 3. B 4. C 5. B <<Back to “Video Lesson: Let Me Tweet First!” …
Video Lesson: Let Me Tweet First!
Are you the kind of person who likes doing things strictly in order?
Exercises in the Video:
1. A: Ellie, hurry up! The stores will be closed soon! B: The stores are usually open until 9 o’clock in the evening. Bié dānxīn! Wǒmen xiān chīfàn …
Answer to Convenient Chinese Words to Use for Futuristic Shopping
Answer: B Analysis: 信用卡 (Xìnyòng kǎ) : n. credit card. 二维码 (Èrwéimǎ) : n. QR code. 现金 (Xiànjīn) : n. cash. Unlike ordinary supermarkets, it operates 24 hours and there are no cashiers in the store. The “二维码 (Èwéimǎ) QR code” is at the front …
Convenient Chinese Words to Use for Futuristic Shopping
Just like shared bicycles, the moment that it was introduced, “unmanned retail” brought us one step closer to the future. It embraces the ”new retail” strategy where big data technology connects and optimizes offline outlets and online stores to enhance customer experiences. All of these …
Answer to What Should I Get My Dad for Father’s Day?
Answer: C Analysis: Amy: Jīntiān shì liù yuè shíqī rì, nǐ mǎi lǐwù gěi nǐ bàba le ma? Amy: 今 天 是 6 月 17 日，你买礼物 给 你 爸爸 了 吗？ Amy: It’s June 17th. Do you buy any presents for your Dad?
Bob: Wèishénme …
What Should I Get My Dad for Father’s Day?
Did you know we celebrate Father’s Day in China too? This holiday is one of my favorites because I love to give my dad the best gifts possible, as a token of gratitude for all he has done for my life. Many Chinese children do …
Video Lesson: You’re Vivian, Aren’t You? (Part III)
You’re Vivian, aren’t you? He is your boyfriend, isn’t he? Let’s learn how to use “吧 (ba)” to indicate a supposition.
Exercises in the Video:
1. Tracy: Tā shì Ted ba? Amy: Shì de, Tracy. Tā shì Ted. He is a really nice guy. Shall …
Answer to Video Lesson: You’re Vivian, Aren’t You? (Part III)
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1. B 2. A 3. A 4. B 5. B <<Back to “Video Lesson: You’re Vivian, Aren’t You? (Part III)” …