1. Voice: Before you read the following sounds, syllables and words, say:
"Nihao, I am ..... This is voice homework for PCR lesson 8"

a. Read the following sounds, syllables, words and sentences:

b. Say the follwoing sentences in Chinese:

1. Please come in.
2. Please drink tea.
3. This is my friend.
4. Do you smoke?
5. No, I don't smoke.
6. Welcome, welcome, please come in.
7. How are you?
8. I am fine. How about you?
9.I am fine too.

2. Writing:

a. Use the character writing sheet to practice writing.
b. Homework handout (pdf file) Click here to print

3. Cultural questions:
a. What is the ultimate aim of the reform of Chinese writing system?
b. Why are simplified characters developed? Are there any advantages?