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This is a revised third edition of Tuttle’s Reading Writing Chinese . This new edition focuses on the internationally recognized test ofproficiency in Chinese, the Hanyu Shuiping Kaoshi (HSK). All800 characters prescribed for Level A are covered here, and the1400+ Levels B and C characters are covered concisely. All of the prescribed vocabulary for Levels A-C of the HanyuShuiping Kaoshi is included among the example compounds. Knowledgeof the 2,200+ characters and 5,253+ vocabulary items covered willequip students to take the test at either the Basic or theElementary-Intermediate standard. Success in the top band of theBasic standard is sufficient to enter college in China.

A synonyms dictionary written especially for learners. It groups words with similar meanings and explains the differences between them.

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