Imagine a test so important that the whole country rallies behind you! That’s what happened on June 7 in the Chinese mainland, as millions of high school students began the gaokao, China’s national college entrance exams.
This isn’t just any test—it’s a big deal! But don’t worry, because everyone is cheering them on. Here’s how:
- High-Fives All Around ✋: After the first exam, students and teachers celebrated with high-fives. It’s like when your team scores a goal and everyone cheers!
- Lucky Red Colors 🔴: Parents wore red outfits called cheongsams or qipaos, which are traditional dresses. In Chinese culture, red means good luck. Some students even tied red ribbons in their hair for extra luck!
- Sunflowers Everywhere 🌻: Parents held sunflowers because in Chinese, the word for sunflower sounds like “top ranking”—they hope their kids do really well!
- Community Helpers 🚓: One student forgot their ID, but friendly police officers quickly made a new one so they didn’t miss the test. Talk about teamwork!
These special moments show that the gaokao is more than just exams. It’s about families, teachers, and communities coming together to support students. Isn’t that heartwarming? ❤️
Good luck to all the students taking the gaokao! You can do it! 💪
Reference(s):
Gaokao 2025: China's national college entrance exams Day 1 highlights
cgtn.com
