12 Questions
What was the main reason for creating Simplified Chinese?
To increase China's literacy rate, which was 20% in 1949
What is the main difference between Simplified and Traditional Chinese?
Simplified Chinese has fewer characters, while Traditional Chinese has more characters
Where is Traditional Chinese primarily used?
Taiwan, Hong Kong, and Macau
What is the purpose of Zhuyin?
To show the pronunciation of Chinese characters
What is the primary function of proficiency in Mandarin language cognition?
To process information and extract meaning
What is Pinyin also known as?
Mandarin Syllable
How many characters were modified to create Simplified Chinese?
Over 2,000 characters
What is the function of tone in Mandarin language?
To make a difference in meaning
What is the characteristic of the 1st tone in Zhuyin/Bopomofo?
High and flat
What is the purpose of tone marks in Zhuyin/Bopomofo?
To indicate the pronunciation of vowels
What is the meaning of 'bù' in Mandarin language?
A negative adverb
What is the polite form of '你' (nǐ) in Mandarin language?
您 (nín)
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