Chinese phrase
考试是〜吗？ kǎo shì shì 〜 ma
Meaning
Is the exam ___?
When to use it
Asks whether the exam is held in a specified way or place. It is a simple, neutral question about exam arrangements.
Example dialogue
老师，考试是 线上 吗？ lǎo shī kǎo shì shì xiàn shàng ma
Is the exam online?
是的，下周线上举行。 shì de xià zhōu xiàn shàng jǔ xíng
Yes, it will be held online next week.