Chinese SAT II - Review Books with CD

Get the 800 You Deserve! One of the best Chinese SAT II review materials in the market. 10 practice tests for Chinese Grammar, Reading and Listening Comprehension Compiled by the Association of Northern California Chinese Schools Used by SAT Review Classes Scroll down for more info on Chinese SAT II Chinese SAT II : Sample Tests, Softcover Book & CD Our Price: $24.95 Chinese SAT II, Vol 2: Sample Tests, Vol 2, Softcover Book & CD Our Price: $24.95 Chinese SAT II Volume 1 and Volume 2 Books & CDs Bundle Our Price: $49.90 Sale Price: $44.90 You Save $5.00!

SAT Subject Test in Chinese Format

The SAT Subject Test in Chinese is an 85-item multiple choice test.  This test is to be taken and finished in only one hour.

Section	Sample	Questions	Description of Each Part of the Chinese SAT II
Part 1 - Listening		30 Questions	Total time to finish: 20 minutes.  Listening is played by a recording.  There are no words on the answer sheet.  Questions are taken from daily conversation.  The test item is only said once, so it is important to focus. Sample Test page for Part 1 of the Chinese SAT II.
Part 2 -  Grammar		25 Questions	Looks at the correct use of grammar in daily conversation.  Checks if you can use the Chinese Vocabulary and Grammar correctly.  Each question is written in Traditional, Simplified, Pinyin, and Bo Po Mo (you pick which one to use). Grammar includes complete sentences (fill in the blank), which is the best usage. Sample Test page for Part 2 of the Chinese SAT II.
Part 3 - Reading		30 Questions	Total time to finish with grammar is 40 minutes.  Using daily life examples, includes notes, letters, time tables, diary, news reporting, signs, restaurant menus, weather reporting, etc.  Reading includes Simplified and Traditional (you pick which one to use).  The questions are in English.  Sample Test page for Part 3 of the Chinese SAT II

Why Take the Chinese SAT?

The SAT Subject Test in Chinese is a popular test for native born Chinese, since the California UC System for example requires that 2 SAT Subject Tests be taken for admission. Taking the test is an easy way to fulfill this requirement.  And for native Chinese speakers, it reduces the amount of studying required. The tests are done in either Simplified Chinese or Traditional Chinese and is designed for high school students who have studied 2-4 years of Chinese.  

For native born Chinese, it is important to practice for the test to avoid the embarrassment of not getting an 800.  SAT II is the basis of colleges for course placement of students. The Chinese SAT II Test measures a student's knowledge of practical communication skills in Chinese.  The test focuses on everyday conversation topics, such as food, transportation, entertainment, etc. 

Chinese SAT II Background

The very first Chinese SAT Test was held in 1994.  This SAT Subject Test is held only once in a year, usually November.  The Chinese SAT II exam date for this year is on November 7, 2009. Registration to take the test can be filed as early as September.  This year the last day of registration is October 9, 2009. Check with the college board for details. 

The full score is 85 points.  Each correct is 1 point.  For each wrong answer in item nos. 1-15, 1/2 point will be subtracted.  For items no. 16-85, 1/3rd point will be lessened for every wrong answer.  There is a conversion table that takes the score and translates it into the 800 score.  The book includes for reference translation table to see what your approximate score would be.

About the "Chinese SAT II" Review Books

These books are written for those who have an advanced level of Chinese.  Book 1 has all instructions and tips, 6 practice tests, and with the answer key at the back.  Book 2 has 4 more tests.  These are actual Chinese SAT II tests for practice, practice, practice...   Each book includes a CD for the listening comprehension component of the test.

The test has 85 multiple choice questions, a 20-minute listening section, and 40-minute reading.  The two books were  compiled by the and includes both sample tests as well as tips.  The two volumes are designed for individual usage as well as being used in a Chinese SAT II review class.  The books can also be used to review for the AP Chinese test.

Both Chinese SAT II books contain different material, so buy both to practice more.

What do you need to bring to the Chinese SAT II Test:

• Pen, pencil, eraser and an acceptable CD player with earphones.  Make sure you have a fresh batteries.  You can bring a backup CD player. 
  

Chinese SAT II References:

• Chinese SAT II Information from Prof. Xie  

• College Board Chinese SAT II Page

• Sample SAT II Test Questions from the College Board (2.34M pdf)

Please note the above information is for reference only, and please check with the college board for the most up to date information.