This book sets 18 lessons covering about 1200 words, half of the vocabulary in HSK fifth level exam, 60 language points and explanations of 18 phrases easily confused. After acquiring contents in this book, students will be able to discuss topics in wide fields and communicate with native speakers in fluent Chinese.

HSK 1 Chinese Character Book covers the most basic 150 words in the Chinese language, which are based on the Chinese level 1 proficiency exam (HSK 1). This book supports both simplified and traditional Chinese characters.

Authorized by Hanban, HSK Standard Course is developed under the joint efforts of Beijing Language and Culture University Press and Chinese Testing International (CTI). With HSK test papers as its primary source, HSK Standard Course is characterized by a humorous style, familiar topics and a scientific course design. Matching the HSK test in all aspects, from the content, form to the levels, it is a series of new-type course books embodying the idea of ""combining testing and teaching, and promoting learning and teaching by testing"". It is suitable for the Confucius Institutes in different countries as well as other Chinese teaching institutions and self-taught learners.