Checkpoint: everyday errands

Google voice when available; device voice as a fallback. Pinyin shows dictionary tones; natural speech includes the tone changes taught in the lessons.

Check what you can retrieve

Try each question before revealing an answer. Listen more than once when needed. Characters and the supplied tone-marked pinyin are accepted for written answers.

If a classifier, number, or question word is difficult, return to its lesson and use it in two new examples. A checkpoint records practice on this material; it does not assign a proficiency level.

Lesson vocabulary

Listen once, say it aloud, and try to recall the Chinese before looking.

Practice questions

Try every question, then check your answers. Capital letters and punctuation do not affect your score. Pinyin tone marks matter. For typed answers, use simplified characters or the taught pinyin (spacing is flexible).

Showing an answer makes that question a practice item worth zero for this attempt. Retry with the answers hidden when you’re ready. If audio cannot play, use Show answer / text to practice by reading.

Independent practice

These are independent practice tasks. The site does not record your voice, save your writing, or grade open-ended answers. Ask a teacher or conversation partner for feedback when you can.