This course aims to develop students’ abilities at an advanced level, with a focus on reading of fiction and non-fiction. Learners develop skills to better express emotions, describe complex scenes, and narrate events and stories. Students will improve their reading comprehension, strengthen writing skills, and advance speaking and listening skills through class discussions and oral presentations. Students who do not meet the prerequisite must go through placement process conducted by the Department. See www.eas.utoronto.ca/languages/chinese for details.