The HSK 3 exam is scored based on three sections: listening, reading, and writing, with a total score of 300 points. Here’s a detailed breakdown of the scoring:
- Listening Comprehension (100 points):
- This section assesses the candidate’s ability to understand spoken Chinese in various contexts.
- The score is based on the number of correct answers out of 40 questions.
- Reading Comprehension (100 points):
- This section evaluates the candidate’s reading skills, including their ability to understand short passages, match sentences, and select the correct answers based on the given text.
- The score is based on the number of correct answers out of 30 questions.
- Writing (100 points):
- This section tests the candidate’s writing and character-recognition abilities.
- The score is based on the accuracy of sentence completion and character writing in 10 tasks.
Total Score and Passing Mark:
- The total score is the sum of the scores from all three sections, with a maximum of 300 points.
- A passing mark is typically set at 180 points or above (60% of the total score). However, some institutions or programs may have their own specific passing requirements.
