HSK 3.0 · Level 7-9Unit 2Lesson 47
Devils of Avarice
贪婪之魔
Discuss the darker sides of human nature, including themes of greed, evil-doers, and the consequences of zealotry. Explore how these concepts relate to notions of hell and the devil.
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June 27, 2026Lesson Outcomes
By the end of this lesson, you can:
- Listen: Listen to a lecture on ethical issues and discern the speaker's stance
- Speak: Articulate a formal argument on the need for moral vigilance
- Read: Read a formal essay on avarice and identify moral arguments
- Write: Compose a nuanced essay discussing avarice and its consequences
Lesson Targets
TaskDiscuss the moral implications of avarice using modal verbs
TopicPlanning a Risky Expedition
Grammar语气副词：终究
Mood Adverb: 终究 (After All / Eventually)
Mood Adverb: 终究 (After All / Eventually)
Skillsformal argumentation · complex moral reasoning · nuanced ethical writing
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