Name: 🌶️ AP Chinese Cram Review: Conversation Task
Uploaded: 2021-03-27T22:00:00.000Z
Description: Conversation Task

AP Chinese

All about family in unit 1 of AP Chinese! We cover everything from typical Chinese family structure to important values, beliefs, & traditions to family challenges. With this review and practice, you'll conquer the AP Chinese exam!

Unit 1 – Families in China

How does Chinese language and culture one's identity? Learn about it in unit 2 of AP Chinese. We cover personal identity evolution, education, religion, personality, language, dialects, Pinyin system, immigration & emigration, Resident Identity Card, censorship, TV entertainment, street art, and much more!

Unit 2 – Language & Culture in China

Learn about Chinese beauty and art in unit 3 of AP Chinese. We cover Chinese beauty standards & fashion, Chinese paintings & architecture, museums (The Forbidden City, Terracotta Army Museum, National Museum of China), evolution of Chinese music, and poetry!

Unit 3 – Beauty & Art in China

How does technology and science affect our lives? In unit 4 of AP Chinese, we address this question and more. Dive deep into how technology resolves and creates issues in society as well as how science and emerging technologies can pose ethical questions while simultaneously adding to your vocabulary!

Unit 4 – Science & Technology in China

In unit 5 of AP Chinese, learn about factors that can affect the quality of life. We explore how social status, traditions, and cultural perceptions can impact quality of life. Strengthen your vocabulary and oral skills while diving into how access to healthcare and education can also have a tremndous impact on quality of life. 

Unit 5 – Quality of Life in China

In the final unit of AP Chinese, learn about environmental, political, and societal challenges that affect people's lives. Discover how to relate the different themes to each other and use advanced vocabulary to describe the abstract concepts explored in this unit! 

Unit 6 – Challenges in China

Frequently Asked Questions

AP Cram Sessions 2021

Study Tools

Unit 1 Essential Questions

Past Free-Response Questions from Unit 1: Families in Different Societies

Presentational Writing: Story Narration

Interpersonal Writing: Email Response

Interpersonal Speaking: Conversation

Presentational Speaking: Cultural Presentation

Unit 1 Overview: Families in Different Societies

Introduction to Chinese Families and Communities

What does a Typical Chinese Family look like?

Chinese Family Structure 

Related Vocabulary

Families in Chinese Society

Chinese Social Customs, Traditions, and Values

Family Influence on Values, Beliefs, and Traditions

Respect for Elders

Families and Communities in China

Introduction to Personal and Public Identities in China

Chinese National and Ethnic Identities

Chinese Heroes and National Figures

The Role of the Individual in Chinese Society

Patriotism in China

Personal and Public Identities in China


Introduction to Contemporary Life in China: Transportation and Tourism

Transportation in China

Tourism in China

Contemporary Life in China: Transportation and Tourism

Introduction to Global Challenges Facing China

China’s Economic Challenges

China’s Environmental Challenges

China’s Political Challenges

China’s Demographic Challenges

Global Challenges Facing China

Introduction to Unit 2 Overview: The Influence of Language and Culture on Identity

Unit 2 Essential Questions

Past Free-Response Questions from Unit 2: The Influence of Language and Culture on Identity

Unit 2 Overview: The Influence of Language and Culture on Identity

Personal Identity Evolution in China

Religion in China

Education in China

What Makes a Chinese Person Chinese?

Personality

Language and Cultural Identity in China

Chinese Language

Chinese Alphabet

Immigration and Emigration in China

Diversity in China

Introduction to Chinese Beauty and Aesthetics in Chinese Architecture and Literature

Chinese Architecture

Perception of Beauty in Chinese Literature and the Four Beauties of China 

Beauty and Aesthetics in Chinese Architecture and Literature

Introduction to Food Culture in China

Dining Taboos in China

Types of Chinese Cuisine

Chinese Dining Etiquette and Chinese Cuisine

Government Surveillance in China

Internet and Censorship

Social Media in China

TV Entertainment in China

Healthcare in China

Internet and Healthcare in China

Introduction to Unit 3

Unit 3 Essential Questions

Past Free-Response Questions from Unit 3 Overview: Influences of Beauty and Art

Unit 3 Overview: Influences of Beauty and Art

Chinese Visual and Performing Arts

Peking Opera

Notable Chinese Actors

Introduction to Chinese Music and Painting

Chinese Music

Traditional Chinese Music

Traditional Chinese Instruments

Modern Music


Related Vocabulary

Chinese Paintings

History of Traditional Chinese Paintings

Street Art in Modern China

Chinese Music and Painting

Chinese Beauty Ideals

Chinese Beauty Standards and Fashion

Chinese Pop Culture

Popular Chinese Variety T.V. Shows

Famous Chinese Singers

Chinese Beauty Ideals and Pop Culture

Introduction to Chinese Poetry and Architecture

Chinese Art and History

Chinese Poetry and Songs


Famous Museums in China

Chinese Poetry and Architecture

Unit 4 Essential Questions

Past Free-Response Questions from Unit 4 Overview: How Science and Technology Affect Our Lives

Unit 4 Overview: How Science and Technology Affect Our Lives

Introduction to China’s Advancements in Science and Technology

China’s High-speed Rail Technology

China’s Tiangong Space Laboratory

Advancements in AI Research in China

Advancements in Quantum Computing in China

Advancements in Advanced Materials Research in China

China’s Advancements in Science and Technology

Introduction to Health-Related Challenges in China

Healthcare System in China

Mental Health in China

China’s “Zero-Covid” Policy

Health-Related Challenges in China

Use of Technology in Chinese Museums

Impact of Technology on Chinese People's Everyday Lives

Online Banking in China

Ride-sharing in China

Delivery Services in China

Online Shopping in China

Technology in Contemporary Chinese Life

Introduction to the Impact of Social Media in China

Popular Social Media Apps in China

Chinese Social Media Scandals

Popular Chinese Social Media Influencers


Li Jiaqi


Li Ziqi

The Impact of Social Media in China

Introduction to Unit 5

Unit 5 Essential Questions

Past Free-Response Questions from Unit 5 Overview: Factors That Impact the Quality of Life

Unit 5 Overview: Factors That Impact the Quality of Life

Chinese Holidays and Celebrations

Chinese New Year (春节 chūnjié)

QingMing Festival (清明节 qīng míng jié)

Dragon Boat Festival (龙舟节 Lóngzhōu Jié)

Mid-Autumn Festival (中秋节 Zhōngqiū Jié)

Introduction to Tea Culture and Fengshui in China

Tea Culture in China

Chinese Tea Ceremony

Health Benefits of Tea

Fengshui

Chinese Tea Culture and Fengshui

Chinese Traditional Medicine

Chinese Acupuncture

Chinese Herbal Medicine

Chinese Cupping

Chinese Guasha

Chinese Calligraphy

History of Chinese Calligraphy

Function of Chinese Calligraphy

Chinese Martial Arts

Benefits of Practicing Chinese Martial Arts

Chinese Martial Arts in Film and Television

Chinese Calligraphy and Martial Arts

Introduction to Unit 6

Unit 6 Essential Questions

Past Free-Response Questions from Unit 6 Overview: Environmental, Political, and Societal Challenges

Unit 6 Overview: Environmental, Political, and Societal Challenges

Global Tensions with China

Trade disputes

Cutting Investments with China

Territorial disputes

Cyber espionage

Influence and political interference

Human Rights in China

Uighurs and Re-education Camps

Chinese Human Rights Activists

Global Tensions and Human Rights in China

China’s University Entrance Exam: Gaokao

Education in Rural China

Work Culture in China

Work-Life Balance in China

Most Desirable Jobs in China

Education and Work Culture in China

Environmental Issues in China

Pollution and Greenhouse Gas Emissions in China

China’s Environmental Efforts

Chinese Initiatives to Address Climate Change

Introduction to Economic and Housing Challenges Facing China

China’s Economy

Economic Growth in China

Housing and Real Estate in China

China Evergrande Group Crisis

Economic and Housing Challenges Facing China

Your Guide to the 2024 AP Chinese Language and Culture Exam

How Should I Prepare for the Exam?

AP Chinese 2024 Study Plan

👨‍👩‍👧 Unit 1: Families in China

🗣️ Unit 2: Language & Culture in China

🎨 Unit 3: Beauty & Art in China

🔬 Unit 4: Science & Technology in China

🏠 Unit 5: Quality of Life in China

💴 Unit 6: Challenges in China

Exam Tips and Practice

Section 1: Multiple Choice Questions ✅

2024 AP Chinese Exam Guide

🌶️ AP Chinese Cram Review: Conversation Task

🌶️ AP Chinese Cram Review: Conversation Task

Resources

🌶️ AP Chinese Cram Review: Conversation Task

Resources

About Us

Resources

Stay Connected

© 2024 Fiveable Inc. All rights reserved.

AP® and SAT® are trademarks registered by the College Board, which is not affiliated with, and does not endorse this website.

About Us

Resources