Urban Life and Measurements
城市生活
By the end of this unit, you'll be able to discuss urban life through precise measurements, critique urban development and data trends, and articulate hypothetical scenarios with clarity.
What You'll Be Able to Do
By the end of this unit, you will master four practical skills:
Listen
You can comprehend discussions on urban projects that utilize specific measure words and abstract concepts related to urban measurements.
Speak
You can express complex ideas about urban development, including dual qualities and unexpected contrasts, while employing formal conjunctions and hypothetical reasoning.
Read & Write
You can analyze and critique urban data trends in writing, utilizing nuanced descriptions and complex sentence structures to convey your arguments effectively.
Culture & Use
You can navigate discussions about urban spaces and community concepts, recognizing the importance of context and evidence-based reasoning in urban discourse.
Lessons in this Unit
10 lessons. Complete them in order for the best learning experience.
Measuring Big Projects
Discuss the dimensions and scales of large projects, including how to measure size and implement measures effectively.
Measuring What Matters
Discuss the weight and content of various materials, as well as body weight and health. Explore topics related to physical attributes and the internal versus external aspects of objects.
Land of Law and Power
Discuss the role of government and law in managing land and resources, including the significance of courts and judges in upholding justice.
Navigating the Urban Landscape
Discuss distances and positions in the city, how to find addresses, and the various streets you might walk along.
Data and Disposables
Discuss the role of data in research papers and the impact of plastic waste, while also exploring how to exchange business cards and the significance of various types of media like CDs and records.
Shapes and Sizes
Discuss different shapes like circles and squares, and measurements in millimeters and centimeters. You can also talk about objects like boxes, suitcases, and wheels.
Urban Delights and Tasty Treats
Discuss the deliciousness of chocolate and corn while exploring the urban district. You can also talk about animals by describing their tails and bones.
Connecting Communities
Discuss the resources available in your county, explore websites for local dining halls, and share experiences from small-scale events on the playground or stage.
Navigating the High Rise
Discuss the layout and features of large buildings, including elevators and staircases, as well as tools like calendars and alarm clocks to manage your time effectively.
Navigating City Life
Discuss your experiences at bars and post offices, navigate through traffic jams, and describe individuals by their height and stature.
Unit Review
After completing all 10 lessons, take the cumulative review to consolidate everything you've learned in this unit.
HSK 4 Unit 11 Review
Test your mastery of all 104 words and 10 grammar patterns from this unit.
HSK 4 Unit 11 Exam Practice
A short mock exam — listening + reading — drawn from this unit's vocabulary, grammar, and lessons.