Protection & Care
保护与照顾
By the end of this unit, you'll be able to articulate complex arguments regarding protection and care, navigate discussions about guardianship with formal language, and express nuanced strategies for stability amidst challenges.
Work through 22 lessons — 0/22 completed.
What You'll Be Able to Do
By the end of this unit, you will master four practical skills:
Listen
You can comprehend formal discussions on protection and care, identifying nuanced arguments and strategies in complex narratives.
Speak
You can formulate and present intricate arguments about guardianship using advanced vocabulary and cohesive speech, while articulating actions taken to prevent disasters.
Read & Write
You can critically analyze texts on care and protection, crafting formal written responses that employ sophisticated sentence structures and express caution.
Culture & Use
You can navigate discussions on sensitive topics related to care and protection, understanding when to employ formal register and how to convey intensity in high-stakes situations.
Lessons in this Unit
22 lessons. Complete them in order for the best learning experience.
Guardians of Care
Discuss how to guard and care for loved ones, the importance of waiting and serving, and ways to ensure health and well-being.
Nurturing Life
Discuss the various ways to nurture and support living beings, from raising children and animals to providing care and training. Explore the responsibilities and joys of fostering and nurturing in different contexts.
Guardians of Safety
Discuss the importance of protection and defense in various contexts, such as personal safety, health measures, and disaster preparedness.
Shadows and Secrets
Explore the art of concealment and hiding, discussing how to cover up secrets, find refuge, and the nuances of hiding in various contexts.
Hidden Depths
Discuss the concepts of covering and storing, as well as the nuances of what is buried or hidden beneath the surface, both literally and metaphorically.
Handling the Essentials
Discuss how to deposit, shelve, and handle various situations, while exploring themes of compliance and restrictions in daily life.
Breaking Free from Limits
Discuss how to manage restrictions and control in various aspects of life, including emotions, behaviors, and societal pressures.
Stopping the Flow
Discuss how to resist or block various forces, whether it's stopping an unwanted intrusion, sealing off a space, or thwarting an obstacle in your path.
Caught in Delays
Discuss the impact of delays and detentions in various contexts, such as legal situations, project management, and personal commitments.
Captives and Criminals
Discuss the dynamics of capture and arrest, including topics like kidnapping, prohibition, and the legal implications of being apprehended.
Standing Firm Against Pressure
Explore how to talk about resisting pressure and seeking shelter, whether from external forces or personal challenges. Discuss concepts like advising against certain actions and the importance of standing your ground.
Holding Steady in Uncertainty
Discuss the importance of staying alert and careful in various situations, expressing worries for loved ones, and the need to pause and reflect before making decisions.
Bearing Aspirations
Discuss how to hold onto aspirations, shoulder responsibilities, and rely on others for support in achieving your goals.
Staying Prepared
Discuss the importance of being alert and taking precautions in various situations, as well as how to draw support and contribute to preparedness efforts.
Guardianship and Control
Discuss the roles of guardianship and monitoring in various contexts, including health care, regulation, and rescue operations.
Mending and Saving
Discuss how to rescue or remedy situations, whether it's saving someone in need or mending a broken relationship. Explore the nuances of filling gaps and providing support in various contexts.
Averting Disaster
Discuss how to navigate emergencies, call for help, and ensure safety. Explore concepts of relief and the importance of not letting others down in critical situations.
Rescue and Recovery
Discuss the processes of search and rescue operations, salvaging efforts, and the importance of absorbing and taking in resources during emergencies.
Guarding Against Indulgence
Discuss strategies for self-defense and national defense while addressing the consequences of indulgence and the importance of countermeasures.
Support and Endorsement
Discuss how to provide support and accompany others, as well as the importance of endorsement in various contexts. Explore idiomatic expressions related to waiting and aiming for success.
Mending After Loss
Discuss how to recover from setbacks, including financial security through collateral, medical treatment, and the importance of recuperation and warmth in tough times.
Frugal Intentions
Discuss the importance of living frugally while keeping certain intentions in mind. Explore themes of care, responsibility, and the consequences of inaction.
Unit Review
After completing all 22 lessons, take the cumulative review to consolidate everything you've learned in this unit.
HSK 7-9 Unit 5 Review
Test your mastery of all 221 words and 22 grammar patterns from this unit.
HSK 7-9 Unit 5 Exam Practice
A five-section mock exam — listening, reading, writing, translation, speaking — graded with a demonstrated HSK level.