I wouldn't give a midterm, because I think it's a waste of time, except we have to have some sort of-- it gives you an indication how you're doing in the course.

我不想考期中,因为我觉得就是浪费时间,不过我们必须得有点什么,能让你知道你这门课学得怎么样了

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