Coping with Loss and Change
面对失去
By the end of this unit, you'll be able to express needs and preferences, discuss fears and safety, narrate past experiences, and describe gradual changes in your life.
What You'll Be Able to Do
By the end of this unit, you will master four practical skills:
Listen
You can understand discussions about safety and unexpected events, identifying key details and emotions conveyed through measure words.
Speak
You can articulate your needs and preferences, express fears, and narrate past experiences using demonstrative pronouns and measure words.
Read & Write
You can read descriptions of gradual change and write about your feelings regarding loss and change using appropriate language and measure words.
Culture & Use
You can navigate conversations about sensitive topics like loss and change, using language that is empathetic and considerate of others' feelings.
Lessons in this Unit
5 lessons. Complete them in order for the best learning experience.
Breaking Point
Discuss the concepts of loss and waste, exploring shortcomings and deficiencies in various contexts. Use words like 失去 and 缺点 to express challenges and the impact of destruction.
When Needs Clash
Discuss the challenges of lacking resources and the difficulties that arise when needs are not met. Explore situations where you must choose between inconvenient options and face tough decisions.
Facing Pain and Danger
Discuss experiences of pain and injury, the risks involved in accidents, and the fears that accompany dangerous situations.
Navigating the Unexpected
Discuss situations that are strange or bewildering, express curiosity about complex issues, and explore feelings of urgency and confusion in various contexts.
When Things Fade Away
Discuss the themes of loss and decline, from the slow fading of memories to the inevitability of death. Explore how to express feelings about errors and faults in life, as well as the gradual nature of change.
Unit Review
After completing all 5 lessons, take the cumulative review to consolidate everything you've learned in this unit.
HSK 3 Unit 2 Review
Test your mastery of all 40 words and 5 grammar patterns from this unit.
HSK 3 Unit 2 Exam Practice
A short mock exam drawn from this unit's vocabulary, grammar, and lessons.