Mini-test Answer: 但是 But (Beginner)

Beginner Level 初级 (chūjí)

Correct answer: C

Analysis:

A. “尽管” is the Chinese phrase for “even though.” It’s a conjunction. B. “只要” is the Chinese expression for “if only.” “只要” often leads to conditional sentences.      For example: “只要你努力,一定会通过HSK考试的。(Zhǐyào nǐ nǔlì, yídìng huì tōngguò HSK kǎoshì …