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Understanding the Differences Between HSK, YCT, and GCSE Chinese Exams
Three of the most commonly taken exams are the HSK (Hànyǔ Shuǐpíng Kǎoshì), YCT (Youth Chinese Test), and GCSE Chinese (administered primarily in the UK).
Below is a detailed comparison to help students, parents, and educators understand the structure and purpose of each exam.
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KTV Series - 对面的女孩 / duìmiàn de nǚhái - Richie Ren
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The Art of War - 孙子兵法 - Chapter 13
Art of War Chapter 13
五间俱起,莫知其道,是谓神纪之军。
When all five types of spies are active, no one can detect their strategy. This is called divine org
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The Art of War - 孙子兵法 - Chapter 12
Art of War Chapter 12
If fire breaks out within the enemy’s camp, respond quickly from the outside.
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The Art of War - 孙子兵法 - Chapter 11
Art of War Chapter 11
On dispersive ground, do not fight. On light ground, do not halt. On contentious ground, do not attack. On intersectin
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The Art of War - 孙子兵法 - Chapter 10
The Art of War Chapter 10
In open terrain, occupy high, sunny ground and secure supply routes; this ensures advantage in battle.
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The Art of War - 孙子兵法 - Chapter 9
Art of War Chapter 9
Sun Tzu said: When positioning an army against the enemy, cut off access to the mountains and rely on valleys.
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The Art of War - 孙子兵法 - Chapter 8
The Art of War Chapter 8 There are roads not to be followed, armies not to be attacked,
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The Art of War - 孙子兵法 - Chapter 7
Art of War Chapter 7
All warfare is based on the combination of the orthodox and the unorthodox.
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The Art of War - 孙子兵法 - Chapter 6
The Art of War Chapter 6
Sun Tzu said: Those who arrive first at the battlefield and await the enemy are at ease; those who arrive later and
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The Art of War - 孙子兵法 - Chapter 5
The Art of War Chapter 5 - English, Pinyin, Mandarin and Vocab list
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The Art of War - 孙子兵法 - Chapter 4
This is the pinyin, English, Mandarin and Vocab list for Chapter 4 of The Art of War
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The Art of War - 孙子兵法 - Chapter 3
This is the pinyin, english, and characters as well as the vocabulary for Chapter 3 of The Art of War
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Art of War - 孙子兵法 - Chapter 2
This is the English, Mandarin, and Pinyin as well as vocabulary for Chapter 2 of The Art of War
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The Art of War - 孙子兵法 - Chapter 1
The Art of War Chapter 1 - English, Pinyin, Characters and vocabulary.
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Celebrating 五一 (Wǔyī, Labor Day) in China: Unique Traditions and Fun Activities
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Exploring Hangzhou
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