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Tuesday, September 1, 2026 · 738 words · 7 minutes · 0 reads · Intermediate

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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
Published
Tuesday, September 1, 2026
Updated
Sunday, September 20, 2026

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Reading questions and answers

According to the passage, what is the Meridian Gate?

The main gate of the imperial palace and a place for national ceremonies

How many rooms does the Forbidden City actually have?

Over eight thousand rooms

Why are the 'golden bricks' called that?

Because they sound like metal when tapped

What was the original function of the ridge beasts on the roof?

Nail caps to secure the roof tiles

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