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How do you say 'ganbei' in English?

(China Daily)
Updated: 2008-09-10 09:48

How to offer a toast in English at a banquet was a test question on this year's examination for young prefecture and county level officials in Guangdong province.

The examination took place in South China University of Agriculture in Guangzhou last weekend.

The question is said to have floored many of the test takers, who complained that it was beyond their expectations.

But officials who drew up the test questions argued that this is practical and useful to know as many young officials have to participate in social events involving foreigners.

(Information Times)