I have participated in both provincial and national examinations, and I can not only write articles, but also read and understand.
The exam is a big paper, about 6-8 paragraphs. Generally, the first few articles are fragmentary descriptions of various social phenomena, while the last two are complete articles. These materials are interrelated and basically a theme. For example, "environmental protection" and "university student village officials". Finally, answer the questions according to the previous information in order, such as "Answer 1 according to the given information". Finally, you will be asked to write an 800-word article based on all the information provided.
In addition, the number of words you are allowed to write when applying for the exam can only be within this range, and you can't lose a word. Because it's a form, it's best not to exceed 50 words if there are labels below.
Ordinary dissertations are much simpler. According to your major, choose a topic, make an outline, and then you can write. Contact the tutor to revise the first draft, the second draft and the final draft, and then the paper will be completed. Just print and bind it and wait for the defense.
In short, there is no comparability between the two. Applying for a thesis is not just writing an article, but a dissertation is just writing an article.