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Intermediate Reader of Modern Chinese: Volume II: Vocabulary, Sentence Patterns, Exercises

Intermediate Reader of Modern Chinese: Volume II: Vocabulary, Sentence Patterns, Exercises

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The Intermediate Reader of Modern Chinese is a textbook designed for American students who have completed two semesters of Chinese. It features contemporary subject matter, encourages speaking and reading practice, and covers vocabulary and sentence patterns. The companion volume contains the text, and audio materials are available for use with the textbook.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 228 pages
Publication date: 27 September 2022
Publisher: Princeton University Press


An innovative approach to enhancing Chinese language proficiency and cultural understanding is provided by Intermediate Reader of Modern Chinese, an ideal textbook for American students who have completed two semesters of Chinese study. This comprehensive textbook offers a wealth of contemporary subject matter that fosters lively and engaging classroom discussions, progressing from correspondence and dialogue to short essays, thereby promoting speaking and reading practice. The topics covered in this volume include college life in the United States, political and social issues in contemporary China, biographies of renowned figures in Chinese intellectual history, and analyses of the Chinese Democracy Movement and the Tiananmen Square incident.

To cater to the diverse needs of students, Intermediate Reader of Modern Chinese covers vocabulary and sentence patterns, providing exercises for each lesson. Additionally, the companion volume contains the text, making it a convenient resource for classroom use.

Suitable for a two-semester course, Intermediate Reader of Modern Chinese juxtaposes traditional and simplified characters, facilitating the acquisition of both character sets. It also includes Chinese translations of foreign place names, aiding students in familiarizing themselves with the cultural nuances associated with different regions. Furthermore, the textbook accustoms students to reading Chinese newspapers, providing them with a valuable source of authentic language exposure.

To enhance the learning experience, audio materials are available for use with this textbook. For further information and assistance, please contact the Chinese Linguistics Project at clp@princeton.edu.


Dimension: 279 x 216 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780691250717

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