Discover China Workbook 2 is an accompanying workbook to Discover China Student Book 2 , designed for upper-elementary, teenage to adult learners of mandarin Chinese. Workbook 2 is suitable for both in-class and self-study use. Workbook 2 features clear language objectives which correspond with the Student's Book unit structure and activities. A wide variety of vocabulary and grammar exercises, as well as extra reading and listening activities, provide practice of the core language presented ...

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