When a hush falls upon Beijing


Academic standards: School staff members setting up a wireless detection system at an examination venue outside a high school, on the first day of gaokao in Xuchang, Henan province. — Reuters

JUNE is the most important month for millions of Chinese teenagers every year – a month they believe will somehow determine if they will become successful in life.

Since last month, the whole country has gradually entered the “gaokao” mood with print articles as well as TV programmes giving tips on ways to maintain a fit body and mind for the exam, food best for the examinees, stress relief methods and much more.

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Opinion , Beh Yuen Hui , columnist

   

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