This year’s gaokao, also known as the National College Entrance Exam (NCEE), started on June 7 and will last two days.
The exam is held annually and is considered one of the most important exams in China. Many regard the test as being able to change a person’s destiny.
Volunteers in Baotou, Inner Mongolia autonomous region, have been taking measures to make life more comfortable for students taking the exam.
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Service stations surround schools in Bayan Obo mining district, June 7. [Photo/civilization office of Bayan Obo mining district] |
Volunteers offer bottled water to gaokao students in Tumd Right Banner, Baotou on June 7. [Photo/Volunteers’ Association of Tumd Right Banner] |
Volunteers get ready to assist gaokao students in Guyang county, Baotou on June 7. A total of 103 taxis joined the voluntary activity. The students can take a taxi to the exam halls free of charge during the two days. [Photo/civilization office of Guyang county] |