Which two of the following are correct about Chinese Frost’s Descent? A. Chinese people always offer sacrifices, dance, and sing folk songs. B. The Chinese people in Daxin county offer sacrifices, dance, and sing folk songs. C. Chinese people like eating duck, but never eat some apples and persimmons. D. Chinese people not only enjoy maple leaves, but […]
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Once again, the wind starts to become nippy. Slow, cold wind blows into the town. People begin to wear comfortable, warm clothes. Crystals slowly appear on the top of lakes, signaling the beginning of freezing. Beautiful fresh white crystals drop from the sky one by one. The Start of Winter立冬 (Lìdōng) arrives. The Start of Winter (立冬 Lìdōng) is the […]
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“Through the struggle, to the stars.” Since time immemorial, the universe has always fascinated people. Perhaps it is due to its beauty. It contains millions of bright, colorful stars that put everyone who lays an eye on it in awe. Perchance it is because it is unknown. It is a vast expanse of unexplored territory […]
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Before the start of November every year, the town slowly turns into a city filled with cobwebs and carved 南瓜 (nánguā) pumpkins. Stores start to sell more candles and eerie masks. People start to decorate their homes with spooky and frightening ornaments. Kids commence preparing their petrifying costumes for the annual costume party and trick-or-treating. Some […]
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To better understand what Chinese Idioms are, let us dissect one. Hence today, our assignment is to examine a Chinese idiomatic expression 蒸蒸日上 (zhēngzhēngrìshàng).
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Find the answers to the quiz questions about knowing how to answer basic Chinese questions. After reviewing your quiz answer you will be more confident about talking about things you are going to China.
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