Advanced Chinese Conversation.

Author: Cai Yunling
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Publish Date: 2005-02-01
Features: This textbook is divided into two volumes, each containing 10 themes, covering various aspects of modern Chinese society and is suitable for international students with intermediate Chinese proficiency. Upon completing this textbook, learners can reach an intermediate-to-high level. The main features of this book are:
It is written in the order of general classroom teaching. First, vocabulary is introduced, including explanations and exercises. After consolidating the vocabulary, passages and exercises are presented. In the explanation of word meanings, it does not adopt the dictionary-style definition method but strives to use simple words and example sentences for clarification. Additionally, common sentence patterns are provided for certain words to facilitate learners' understanding and self-study.
The selected themes and passages are rich in contemporary relevance and vitality, closely related to the lives of both teachers and students, making them suitable for learners from diverse backgrounds. In terms of form, they include dialogues, monologues, explanations, and various other styles, covering different levels of spoken expression. The practical exercises in the exercises section select typical situations that students might encounter in real-life and work scenarios, offering opportunities for oral expression and practice, thereby connecting the textbook to real life and enhancing its practicality and authenticity.
The Related Links section provides supplementary and comprehensive content for each theme, offering historical, cultural, and other background knowledge related to each theme, as well as other forms of language expression not covered in the passages. This section can serve as both exercises and self-study material.