Continuation of CHINESE 120 or 126. Further developing aural-oral skills in modern standard Chinese (Mandarin). Focus gradually shifts toward reading and writing. Introduces the next 400 characters in traditional form, principles of character simplification, and the use of Chinese-English dictionaries. Prerequisite is CHINESE 120 or CHINESE 126 or equivalent.

Continuation of CHINESE 120 or 126. Further developing aural-oral skills in modern standard Chinese (Mandarin). Focus gradually shifts toward reading and writing. Introduces the next 400 characters in traditional form, principles of character simplification, and the use of Chinese-English dictionaries. Prerequisite is CHINESE 120 or CHINESE 126 or equivalent.

Continuation of CHINESE 120 or 126. Further developing aural-oral skills in modern standard Chinese (Mandarin). Focus gradually shifts toward reading and writing. Introduces the next 400 characters in traditional form, principles of character simplification, and the use of Chinese-English dictionaries. Prerequisite is CHINESE 120 or CHINESE 126 or equivalent.

Continuation of CHINESE 120 or 126. Further developing aural-oral skills in modern standard Chinese (Mandarin). Focus gradually shifts toward reading and writing. Introduces the next 400 characters in traditional form, principles of character simplification, and the use of Chinese-English dictionaries. Prerequisite is CHINESE 120 or CHINESE 126 or equivalent.

Continuation of CHINESE 120 or 126. Further developing aural-oral skills in modern standard Chinese (Mandarin). Focus gradually shifts toward reading and writing. Introduces the next 400 characters in traditional form, principles of character simplification, and the use of Chinese-English dictionaries. Prerequisite is CHINESE 120 or CHINESE 126 or equivalent.

The development of modern China as seen through its literature covering the period 1915-1989. Exploration of the relationship between writing and political change, the role of dissident writers, and the politics of gender in texts from mainland China and Taiwan. All readings are in English translation. (Gen.Ed. AL, G)

This course is an introduction to Qing dynasty culture through various genres of literature, including the novel, classical short story, bannermen tale (zidishu), and poetry, with an emphasis on the cultural interaction that took place between the Manchu and Han peoples.

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Not available at this time

Focus on social and cultural diversity in China through the lens of language. This course will emphasize three aspects: classification of the minorities and their languages, language contact and the formation of Chinese dialects, and the role of language in identifying ethnic groups and in maintaining distinct cultures. No prerequisites.