China's Gaokao: A Test That Shapes Lives
Thursday, 2026/06/11122 words2 minutes2902 reads
Millions of students in China are taking a very important test this week. The test is called the gaokao. It is a big exam that helps students go to university.
The gaokao tests students on Chinese, math, English and other subjects. A student's score decides which university they can go to. It also affects what they can study and what jobs they can get later. Many families think this test is very important for their children's future.
This year, about 12.9 million students are taking the test. That is a lot of people! During the exam, cities become very quiet. Parents wait outside and wear red clothes for good luck. Teachers cheer for their students. Everyone hopes the students will do well.
