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Wednesday, September 2, 2026 · 731 words · 5 minutes · 1 reads · Advanced
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This graded Chinese reading practice article combines authentic reading with optional pinyin, translation, audio, vocabulary, and comprehension practice.
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- HSK Read
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- Wednesday, September 2, 2026
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- Sunday, September 20, 2026
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Reading questions and answers
How does the author usually respond when a friend asks how they are doing?
Pretty busy these days, once things calm down I'll take a real break.
For whom is busyness truly unavoidable according to the passage?
Parents juggling multiple jobs and students without freedom of choice.
According to psychological research, what is the tendency to stay busy called?
A numbing strategy.
Why does excessive busyness lead to feelings of emptiness?
Because it leads to exhaustion without a sense of accomplishment, creating a vicious cycle.
What does the author think genuine accomplishment depends on?
Whether it brings inner enrichment and genuine connection.
According to the author, what is the main reason we miss out on many beautiful moments?
Because we use 'too busy' as an excuse and refuse without thinking.


