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CHIN 441

Classical and Literary Chinese

Course Description

Introduction to syntax and stylistic patterns.

When Taught

Fall

Grade Rule

Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)

Min

3

Fixed

3

Fixed

3

Fixed

0

Other Prerequisites

Chin 301 or equivalent

Title

Explain Grammatical Usage

Learning Outcome

Explain the use of the common grammatical particles and patterns essential in mastering the intricacies and subtleties of "classical" Chinese prose (see Chinese major expected learning outcome 3).

Title

Classical Chinese Vocabulary

Learning Outcome

Discuss and apply the meanings and usages of the standard vocabulary of classical Chinese (see Chinese major expected learning outcome 3).

Title

Early Chinese Thought

Learning Outcome

Summarize the thought of each important early thinker (see Chinese major expected learning outcome 3).