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Chinese 2 Study Guide
Examination for Acceleration (EA)/Credit by Exam (CBE)

The exam you are interested in taking is designed to test your proficiency in the relevant subject
matter. You should be thoroughly familiar with the subject matter before you attempt to take the
exam. This EA/CBE Study Guide can help you prepare for the exam by giving you an idea of what
you need to review.
Every question that appears on the EA/CBE is derived from the knowledge and skills
statements and student expectations within the Texas-mandated standards, the Texas Essential
Knowledge and Skills (TEKS). You can view the TEKS for this exam online via the following
link: http://ritter.tea.state.tx.us/rules/tac/chapter114/ch114c.html.
Because questions are not taken from any one source, you can prepare for this exam by
reviewing any of the state-adopted textbooks.

Materials Needed
You will need to bring a #2 pencil to complete the exam. You will receive a computer-graded
answer sheet when you arrive at the testing center. In addition, you can complete the listening and
speaking portions of the exam in one of several ways:
Online: The testing site will provide a computer with Internet access and a headset with a
microphone.
CD-ROM: The testing site will provide an exam CD and listening/recording device. You must
provide a blank, recordable CD.
Cassette Tape: The testing site will provide an exam tape and tape player. You must provide a
blank cassette tape.

IMPORTANT: Please check with your testing center in advance to see which of the above
options are available to you!

Exam Structure
You will be allowed 3 hours to complete this exam. This exam consists of the following seven
parts, for a total of 100 points:
Part 1: Grammar, 20 multiple-choice questions, 1 point each
Part 2: Vocabulary, 20 multiple-choice questions, 1 point each
Part 3: Reading, 10 multiple-choice questions, 1 point each
Part 4: Culture, 10 multiple-choice questions, 1 point each
Part 5: Listening, 10 multiple-choice questions, 1 point each
Part 6: Writing, 3 writing prompts, 5 points each
Part 7: Speaking, 3 speaking prompts, 5 points each

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Parts 1–5: These sections consist of multiple-choice questions. Use your computer-graded answer
sheet (“bubble sheet”) to fill in the answers. WARNING: You must fill in each bubble completely
or the answer may not scan correctly. Also, be careful not to bend or crease the sheet, or it may not
scan properly. In addition, be aware that questions left blank, improperly erased, or with more than
one answer will be counted wrong.

Part 6: You will need to write your answers in the space provided for each question. You can
attach an extra sheet of paper if necessary.

Part 7: You will record your answers in the approved manner (online, on CD, or on cassette) and
return the recording with your completed exam. DON’T FORGET! Students sometimes forget to
include the recording with the exam, or they fail to mark their name and Student Identification
Number in a clearly visible manner on the recording device.

Scholastic Honesty
When you arrive at the testing center you will be asked to carefully read the exam rules and sign a
statement agreeing to take the exam in accordance with the rules. This is called the Examinee’s
Certification. The following is a copy of these rules:

Examinee’s Certification
This certification must be signed before the exam is administered and then returned with the
completed examination attached, or credit for the exam will not be given.
Scholastic dishonesty is a serious academic violation that will not be tolerated. Scholastic
dishonesty encompasses, but is not limited to:
• copying from another student’s work;
• using an unauthorized testing proctor or taking the exam at an unauthorized testing
location;
• using materials not authorized by a testing proctor;
• possessing materials that are not authorized by a testing proctor, such as lessons, books, or
notes;
• knowingly using or soliciting, in whole or part, the contents of an unadministered test;
• collaborating with or seeking aid from another student without authorization during the
test;
• substituting for another person, or permitting another person to substitute for oneself, in
taking a course test or completing any course-related assignment;
• using, buying, stealing, or transporting some or all of the contents of an unadministered
test, test rubric, homework answer, or computer program.
Evidence of scholastic dishonesty will result in a grade of F on the examination and an F in
the course (if applicable).
At the testing center, you will be asked to sign a statement that says
you have read the above and agree to complete the examination with scholastic honesty.

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General Study Tips
The following are general tips to keep in mind while preparing for this exam.
• Use standard Mandarin Chinese. (Avoid regional dialects.)
• Be able to read and write simplified or traditional characters at the introductory level. (For
reading passages, Pinyin will be provided in addition to simplified or traditional Chinese
characters.)
• You can choose to take the exam in either simplified or traditional format.
• For the purposes of this guide, we have used simplified characters. Please translate if you
are taking the exam in the traditional format.
• Foreign language knowledge is cumulative; therefore, you are expected to be familiar with
the vocabulary and grammar topics included in Chinese 1 in addition to what is listed here.
It may be helpful to you to review the Study Guide for the Chinese 1 EA/CBE.

Additional Study Tips

The following information provides direction for your studies and sample questions for each part
of the exam. For each part, you will find study tips and sample questions to give you a general idea
of the types of questions to expect. For the writing and speaking sections, you will also find rubrics
to help you understand how your answers will be graded.

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Part 1: Grammar
This section relates to grammar, or the rules of language, associated with the Chinese language.
There are 20 questions in the section. Each question is worth 1 point, for a total of 20 points.

Grammar Study Tips:

Familiarize yourself with the following topics and when/how they are used:
• Adverbs of degree, quantity, and frequency; e.g.,
• Cause/effect relationships; e.g.,
• Clausal connectives: expressing sequential actions, expressing reasons; e.g.,

• Combining nouns and verbs; e.g.,

• Comparisons; e.g.,
• Directional complements; e.g,
• Indicating directions; e.g.,
• Modifier markers for nouns, adjectives, and verbs; e.g.,
• Money descriptions; e.g., is a correct way to say $6.88 in Chinese.
• More consecutive verbs; e.g.,
• Particles used in various ways; e.g, for rhetorical questions; for guessing
• Referencing the past; e.g.,
• Status descriptions; e.g.,
• Suggestion/Let’s…; e.g.,
• Superlatives; e.g.,
• Use of kuai yao, le, and guo

Sample Grammar Questions:

The following are sample questions. The correct answers are below, but try answering the
questions without looking at the answers first to check your comprehension.

DIRECTIONS: Choose the BEST translation for each of the following statements.

1. We should go to eat.

A.
B.
C.
D.

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DIRECTIONS: Choose the BEST response to each of the following.

2. What is the MOST appropriate way to ask for directions to the park?

A.
B.
C.
D.

DIRECTIONS: Select the BEST choice to replace the missing words or phrases.

3. ___

A.
B.
C.
D.

DIRECTIONS: Select the BEST choice to complete the following conversations.

4.

A.
B.
C.
D.

[1: C; 2: B; 3: C; 4: B]

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Part 2: Vocabulary
This section targets your understanding of specific Chinese words and how they are used. There
are 20 questions in the section. Each question is worth 1 point, for a total of 20 points.

Vocabulary Study Tips:

Familiarize yourself with Chinese vocabulary associated with the following topics:
• Appearance and clothing
• Body parts
• Colors
• Daily activities and routines
• Directions
• Entertainment
• Exercises and sports
• Feelings and physical conditions; e.g., sad, happy, strong, tall, handsome
• Food/meal terminology
• Hobbies and extracurricular activities
• Holidays and celebrations; e.g., Moon Festival, Dragon Boat Festival
• Illness
• Major country, provinces, and city names
• More measure words
• More question words
• Playing musical instruments
• Rooms in a house and home furniture
• Schedules and calendars
• School events; e.g., daily activities, major tests, and sports matches
• Seasons and weather conditions
• Shopping at stores
• Skills and abilities
• Vacations and travel

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Sample Vocabulary Questions:
The following are sample questions. The correct answers are below, but try answering the
questions without looking at the answers first to check your comprehension.

DIRECTIONS: Choose the BEST response to each of the following.

1. Which word or phrase does NOT fit in the given context?

A.
B.
C.
D.

DIRECTIONS: Select the BEST choice to supply the missing words or phrases.

2.

A.
B.
C.
D.

DIRECTIONS: Choose the BEST translation for each word or phrase.

3.

A. The park is behind the library.

B. The park is next to the library.
C. The library is behind the park.
D. The library is next to the park.

4. Do you prefer to watch movies or football games?

A.
B.
C.
D.
[1: C; 2: B; 3: A; 4: C]

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Part 3: Reading
This section assesses your Chinese reading comprehension skills. There are 10 questions in the
section. Each question is worth 1 point, for a total of 10 points.

Reading Study Tips:

Practice reading Chinese characters. During the exam, refer back to the passage as often as
necessary to find the answers to each question.

Sample Reading Questions:

The following are sample questions. The correct answers are below, but try answering the
questions without looking at the answers first to check your comprehension.

DIRECTIONS: Carefully read the passage below, and then select the BEST response for
each related question.

1. How long has been playing football?

A. This is his first year.

B. This is his second year.
C. He’s been playing his whole life.
D. He doesn’t play football.
 
 
2. What physical characteristic of is mentioned in the passage?

A. He is tall.
B. He is fast.
C. He is strong.
D. He is smart.

3. Why is playing football?

A. He got tired of playing basketball.

B. He didn’t want to play volleyball.
C. The team needed more players.
D. The coach wanted him to try a different sport.

[1:A; 2:A; 3:C]

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Part 4: Culture
This section consists of multiple-choice questions about Chinese practices, perspectives, and
products. It is designed to test your basic understanding of key topics related to Chinese culture.
There are 10 questions in the section. Each question is worth 1 point, for a total of 10 points.

Culture Study Tips:

As you might imagine, there are many, many aspects to Chinese culture. The exam will cover the
following topics specifically:
• “Lucky” or “good” numbers and colors
• Chinese calligraphy; particularly, requirements for effective calligraphy and the “Four
Treasures” of Chinese calligraphy
• Chinese opera; particularly, basic facts about Peking opera and who commonly attends
Beijing Opera schools
• Chinese zodiac; particularly, the total number and order of animals represented
• Confucius; particularly, who he was and what role he played in Chinese history
• Fashion customs in China and their meaning; particularly, the negative association with
wearing a green hat
• Festivals and typical activities associated with each; particularly, Dragon Boat Festival
(watch dragon boats); Lantern Festival (hang paper lanterns/solve puzzles on lanterns);
Chinese New Year (make Chinese dumplings/wear new clothes)
• Kung fu philosophies; particularly, with regard to the use of weaponry
• Symbols in Chinese culture; particularly, bats, bamboo, jade, lilies

Sample Culture Questions:

The following are sample questions that may appear on your exam. The correct answers are below,
but try answering the questions without looking at the answers first to check your comprehension.

DIRECTIONS: Choose the BEST response to each of the following.

1. What color is considered lucky in Chinese culture?

A.
B.
C.
D.

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2. In Chinese culture, which zodiac animal comes after the tiger?

A. Rat
B. Ox
C. Rabbit
D. Dragon

3. What are the four treasures in Chinese calligraphy?

A. Paper, brush, ink lab, ink stick

B. Paper, ink, handkerchief, brush
C. Paper, ink stick, brush, table
D. Paper, ink stone, ink stick, brush

4. As the character Z (wu) depicts, one Chinese kung fu philosophy is to prevent the use of
_____.

A. force
B. weaponry
C. dishonor
D. chi

5. Which of the following animals does NOT belong to the collection of animals in the
Chinese zodiac?

A.
B.
C.
D.

[1: A; 2: C; 3: D; 4: B; 5: B]

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Part 5: Listening
For this part of the exam, you will listen to several recordings and answer questions about what
you hear. There are 10 questions in the section. Each question is worth 1 point, for a total of
10 points.

Listening Study Tip:

Practice listening to Chinese audio.

Sample Listening Questions:

The following are sample questions. The correct answers are below, but try answering the
questions without looking at the answers first to check your comprehension.

DIRECTIONS: Listen carefully to the recording. Then select the BEST responses to
following questions.

[Recording:]  

 
 
1. Which of the following is NOT a place where the speaker enjoys looking at
advertisements?

A. On the street
B. On TV
C. Inside the subway
D. Inside a taxi

2. The speaker does NOT like which advertisements?

A. Those on the bus

B. Those on the radio
C. Those in the store
D. Those inside the subway

3. What did the speaker say about the watch ad?

A. It is was very nice.

B. It was offensive.
C. It was pretty.
D. It was silly.

[1: D; 2: B; 3: A]

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Part 6: Writing
For this part of the exam, you will respond to several writing prompts using Chinese characters.
There are 3 writing prompts in the section. Each response is worth 5 points for a total of 15 points.
The questions are written in English; however, you must answer the questions in Chinese. See
below for a bank of questions from which your questions will appear. On the next page, you will
find a rubric that indicates how your instructor will grade this portion of the exam.

Writing Study Tips:

• You will receive three prompts from the following set of six.
• You will NOT be allowed to choose which three prompts you answer, so prepare by
writing a Chinese response to all six.
• Use complete sentences with correct grammar and appropriate vocabulary.
• Reread, edit, and rewrite your answers until you are comfortable responding in Chinese.

Writing Prompts:
You will receive three of the following prompts.

DIRECTIONS: In the spaces provided, respond in Chinese to each of the following

questions. You will be graded on your ability to clearly express yourself using complete
sentences, appropriate vocabulary, and the Chinese writing system.

1. Respond to the following email in 3–5 Chinese sentences.

2. In 3–4 Chinese sentences, describe the significance of the colors red and gold in the
Chinese culture.

3. In at least four Chinese sentences, compare the Chinese culture and the American culture.
For example, you can describe how the food, music, school, products, hobbies, language,
and other aspects of the two countries are similar and different.

4. Suppose you plan to host a garage sale to raise money for a trip to Beijing. In Chinese,
write 3–5 sentences for a newspaper advertisement or poster for the sale, including the
reason for the sale, the items available, and the cost of items.

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5. In Chinese in 4–6 sentences, provide a brief summary of the purpose and significance of
one of the popular Chinese artistic traditions, such as paper cutting, Peking Opera, Chinese
painting, or calligraphy.

6. In Chinese in 4–6 sentences, describe how Chinese people celebrate a popular festival,
such as the New Year, Lantern, Dragon Boat, or Moon festivals. Include the purpose of the
festival and a description of associated decorations, foods, and activities. Compare the
festival to a popular American holiday.

Writing Rubric:
Your instructor will use the following rubric to grade the writing portion of your exam. To get the
maximum number of points, aim to fulfill the requirements in the “Mastery” column below.

Writing Rubric
Each prompt is worth 5 points total.
Lack of Minimal Adequate Advanced
Competency Competency Competency Competency Mastery
(1 pt.) (2 pts.) (3 pts.) (4 pts.) (5 pts.)
Too little writing Limited Response briefly Response Response fully
is provided response shows develops ideas addresses the addresses the
and/or fails to some evidence of with some prompt with prompt with
show minimal understanding. transitions. details and elaboration and
understanding. transitions. clear transitions.

Lacks control of Limited control General control Consistent Proficient

grammar and of grammar and of grammar and control of control of
uses inaccurate narrow range of competent range grammar and grammar and an
or very basic vocabulary. of vocabulary. wide range of advanced range
vocabulary. vocabulary. of vocabulary.

Significant Language control Language control Few, if any, No language

language control errors may errors may occur language control errors.
errors make the distract from but do not errors.
response difficult meaning. distract from
to follow. meaning.

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Part 7: Speaking
For this part of the exam, you will respond to several written prompts by speaking Chinese.
There are 3 speaking prompts in the section. Each response is worth 5 points for a total of
15 points. The questions are written in English; however, you must answer the questions in
Chinese. See below for a bank of questions from which your questions will appear. On the next
page, you will find a rubric that indicates how your instructor will grade this portion of the exam.

Speaking Study Tips:

• You will receive three prompts from the following set of six.
• You will NOT be allowed to choose which three, so prepare by answering all six.
• Write a response to each of the following prompts in Chinese.
• Use complete sentences with correct grammar and pronunciation.
• Practice reading your responses in Chinese. You may wish to record your responses and
play them back to listen to yourself.
• When you are taking the exam, it may help to write your responses and then read what you
have written.

Speaking Prompts:
You will receive three of the following prompts.

1. Suppose a friend is thinking about moving to your neighborhood. In Chinese in

5–6 sentences, describe your neighborhood to your friend.

2. Study the following illustration. Then describe the image in Chinese using at least five
sentences. (The image shows a man, a girl, and a dog under a tree.)

3. In Chinese in 4–6 sentences, describe the process of learning a new language. Provide
details about what is easy and what is difficult for you in learning a language.

4. Study the following eight images. Choose five of them. Then, in Chinese, list the letter of
the picture and describe what you see in 1–2 sentences. (The images show silhouettes of
people who are doing active things; including, playing guitar, questioning, carrying school
books, singing, running, cycling, playing baseball, and skiing.)

5. In Chinese in at least three sentences, tell a friend how you get from the school to your
house. Be sure to specify specific turns, street names, and other details.

6. In 3–5 sentences in Chinese, describe how learning a new language might help you in the
future. For example, explain how it might help you with a future career or lead you to have
a better understanding of a foreign culture.
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When you are finished, it is very important that you listen to the recording to make sure it is
audible. Then make sure your name is attached to your recording device, and submit it with
your exam. You would be surprised how many students forget to submit their recording, or
fail to realize it was a poor recording and thus get no or limited credit for this portion of the
exam.

Speaking Rubric:
Your instructor will use the following rubric to grade the speaking portion of your exam. To get
the maximum number of points, aim to fulfill the requirements in the “Mastery” column below.

Speaking Rubric
Each prompt is worth 5 points total.
Lack of Minimal Adequate Advanced
Competency Competency Competency Competency Mastery
(1 pt.) (2 pts.) (3 pts.) (4 pts.) (5 pts.)
Too little speech Limited Response briefly Response Response fully
is recorded or it response shows develops ideas addresses the addresses the
fails to show some evidence of with some prompt with prompt with
minimal understanding. transitions. details and elaboration and
understanding. transitions. clear transitions.

Lacks control of Limited control General control Consistent Proficient

grammar and of grammar and of grammar and control of control of
uses inaccurate narrow range of competent range grammar and a grammar and an
or very basic vocabulary. of vocabulary. wide range of advanced range
vocabulary. vocabulary. of vocabulary.

Pronunciation Pronunciation Pronunciation is Pronunciation is Pronunciation is

errors may create may create competent. advanced. excellent.
confusion. confusion.

Frequent and Language control Language control Few, if any, No language

severe language errors may errors do not language control control errors.
control errors distract from interfere with errors.
make the meaning. meaning.
response difficult
to follow.

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