The required text for the course is DeFrancis, Advanced Chinese. Character Text for Advanced Chinese is also suggested, and a limited amount of other materials may be introduced in class. Chinese 202 or 362. Chinese 406 is offered Winter Term, 1983. The principal objective of the course is to develop the ability to read a variety of modern Chinese writings - fiction, essays, documentary and journalistic materials.
Emphasis is on rapid expansion of vocabulary and thorough understanding of grammatical patterns.
Class is conducted largely in Chinese, though oral translation into English is an important component of student recitation. Readings are selected from a large variety of textbook and non-textbook materials, most of them made available in course pack or ditto form. Chinese 202 or 362. Chinese 452 is offered Winter Term, 1983. This course is a continuation of the introductory term of literary Chinese.