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Wednesday, September 9, 2026 · 340 words · 4 minutes · 1 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
Wednesday, September 9, 2026
Updated
Thursday, September 10, 2026

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中国人为什么爱喝热水?

Reading questions and answers

According to the article, when did the habit of drinking hot water begin?

Ancient times

Why did people in the past think drinking cold water was bad?

Because cold water can irritate the stomach and intestines and may make one catch a chill

Why didn't many places in China in the past drink water directly?

Because the water contained many bacteria and parasites

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