Examples are in English and Chinese with pinyin inscription. Entries are arranged alphabetically by their pinyin transcriptions. The HSK is a standardized Chinese proficiency test used in China and elsewhere to determine the Chinese language level of applicants to institutions requiring high proficiency in Chinese such as businesses, school, and the communications industry. In ten chapters, this book prepares students for the expected proficiency level and format of the exam. Each chapter includes sample exams with answer keys.
Text is in Simplified characters only.
Mastering pronunciation is one of the most difficult tasks in learning Mandarin. This book and audio tape series consists of well designed drills and quizzes. Drills are appropriate for students who have experience with no previous Chinese language background. The text can be used independently or with a collection of 4 cassettes tapes, which supplement the activities with practice drills and quizzes. Teacher's Handbook includes masters for pronunciation charts to be used for transparencies as well as additional quizzes to test students' comprehension.