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HSK 5Unit 9 Overview

Identity and Exploration

身份探索 Shēn fèn tàn suǒ

By the end of this unit, you'll be able to articulate complex perspectives on identity, express nuanced opinions on societal values, and engage in formal debates about identity and exploration.

8 lessons 80 words 8 grammar 600 XP

What You'll Be Able to Do

By the end of this unit, you will master four practical skills:

Listen

You can comprehend discussions that utilize concessive structures and causative constructions to convey nuanced perspectives on identity.

Speak

You can express complex, multi-layered opinions on identity while employing formal register and comparative analyses.

Read & Write

You can write critically about identity issues using nuanced time expressions and economic vocabulary, as well as construct persuasive arguments.

Culture & Use

You can navigate discussions on identity and space exploration with sensitivity to emotional tones and the cultural significance of these topics.

Lessons in this Unit

8 lessons. Complete them in order for the best learning experience.

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HSK 5·Unit 9 · Lesson 52Unread
Jason
Amy
Anna
Martin

Profiles of People

人物档案rén wù dǎng àn

Discuss various roles and identities such as clients, users, passengers, and consumers, while highlighting the distinctions between private and public personas.

10 words 1 grammar Dialogue Podcast 150 XP
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Jason
Amy
Zara
Lazarus

The Male Mind

男性思维nánxìng sīwéi

Explore the unique properties of the male brain, including its functions and specific characteristics. Discuss topics like the role of nerves and the significance of the nose in perception.

10 words 1 grammar Dialogue Podcast 150 XP
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HSK 5·Unit 9 · Lesson 54Unread
Jason
Amy
Adam
Zara

Power and Presence

力量与面子Lìliàng yǔ miànzi

Discuss the importance of physical appearance, energy, and strength in social interactions and personal health. Explore how complexion, muscle, and vitality play roles in one's presence and influence.

10 words 1 grammar Dialogue Podcast 150 XP
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Jason
Amy
Chloe
Lazarus

The Economics of Matter

物质经济学Wùzhì Jīngjìxué

Discuss the properties of different materials like gas and coal, explore the concepts of capital and costs in economics, and analyze how these factors influence commodity prices.

10 words 1 grammar Dialogue Podcast 150 XP
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HSK 5·Unit 9 · Lesson 56Unread
Jason
Amy
Martin
Lazarus

The Price of Talent

天才的价值Tiāncái de jiàzhí

Discuss the value of talent in various industries, the role of technical abilities, and how manpower and products shape the human world.

10 words 1 grammar Dialogue Podcast 150 XP
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Jason
Amy
Steven
Zara

Illuminating Identity

照亮身份Zhàoliàng Shēnfèn

Discuss your nationality, age, and the communities you belong to while exploring the principles and subjects that shape your experiences. Dive into the elements of light and glass as metaphors for clarity and perspective.

10 words 1 grammar Dialogue Podcast 150 XP
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Jason
Amy
Lazarus
Chloe

Strength of the Moon

月球的力量yuè qiú de lì liàng

Discuss the strength of walls and the volume of space while exploring the moon and its satellites. Share insights about character and temperament in relation to personal experiences.

10 words 1 grammar Dialogue Podcast 150 XP
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HSK 5·Unit 9 · Lesson 59Unread
Jason
Amy
Anna
Steven

Exploring the Cosmos

探索宇宙Tànsuǒ Yǔzhòu

Discuss the wonders of outer space and astronomy, explore meteorological features, and touch on technology like batteries and hardware. You can also delve into family and the lives of servicemen.

10 words 1 grammar Dialogue Podcast 150 XP

Unit Review

After completing all 8 lessons, take the cumulative review to consolidate everything you've learned in this unit.

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HSK 5 Unit 9 Review

Test your mastery of all 80 words and 8 grammar patterns from this unit.

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HSK 5 Unit 9 Exam Practice

A short mock exam — listening + reading — drawn from this unit's vocabulary, grammar, and lessons.

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