The answer key often gives answers like: "1. 他昨天去了图书馆 (He went to the library yesterday)." But if you misheard "supermarket," the key won't show the original sentence from the audio for comparison. You need the transcript (the listening script ), which is a separate, rare document. The answer key alone is half a solution.
Book 1 is for beginners. The answer key frequently answers in full Chinese characters , even when the student has only learned pinyin up to that chapter. You will find yourself staring at a character you haven't learned yet, thinking "Is that the answer?" A mixed pinyin/character key would have been better. hanyu tingli jiaocheng 1 dap an
Use it strictly to check your work, not to "learn" from. To truly benefit, you must find the accompanying audio scripts (the Yuliao or Wenzi Cailiao ) online or from your teacher. Without the script to explain why you were wrong, the answer key is just a grade—not a learning tool. The answer key often gives answers like: "1
Determined self-learners who already have the textbook and CDs. Not recommended for: Anyone expecting teaching tips, transcriptions, or explanations. The answer key alone is half a solution