Examine differences in sounds and tones heard in oral discourse such as the diverse meanings of words that share similar sounds, for example, the many meanings of the sound ‘shi’ and learning how to differentiate between 同音词 (homonyms) and 近音词 (near-syllable words) in different contexts, for example, 买东西/卖东西
(ACLCHU058)

Interpret texts by inferring meaning from common character components or position of components and analyse how reliable this method is in translating

Use metalanguage to describe the distinctive spoken and written language system of Chinese
(ACLCHU059)

Extend knowledge of context-related vocabulary and identify and apply features of grammar to organise, sequence and connect ideas in spoken and written texts, including:

• exploring the use of diverse time expressions and ways to sequence events in time and applying in their own language use, for example, 先…然后;一…就…;…了;就…;才;第一;
  然后
• comparing and applying the functions of prepositions and discussing the importance of context when determining their meaning in texts, for example, 跟，对，给
• exploring and applying the use of conjunctions to sequence and connect ideas when constructing texts, for example, 不但…而且…；虽然…但是…
• using different ways to negate ideas depending on degree of formality or emphasis, for example,我不是…;我哪儿有…？;我没有办法…;
  我不能…;不行;…别;…不可以

(ACLCHU060)

Analyse how authors adjust features of different text types for different purposes and audiences
(ACLCHU061)

Investigate the extent and dynamic nature of Chinese language use locally and globally
(ACLCHU062)

Explain how the Chinese language is constantly expanding to include new words and expressions in response to social and technological changes
(ACLCHU063)

Compare and reflect on how cultural contexts influence the way language is used within and across communities
(ACLCHU064)