Chinese Unit 1 Vocabulary Quiz

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What is the meaning of the term '死党'?

A distant relative

An acquaintance

A close buddy or best friend (correct)

A professional colleague

Which phrase indicates a behavior of maintaining respect while keeping a distance?

三缄其口

咄咄逼人

敬而远之 (correct)

冷嘲热讽

What does '偶然发现' mean?

To forget something

To actively seek out

To lose interest

To discover by chance (correct)

Which of the following phrases represents an overbearing attitude?

咄咄逼人 Signup and view all the answers

What does '拒人千里' imply about interpersonal relationships?

Completely rejecting someone Signup and view all the answers

What does the term '挤眉弄眼' refer to?

Using facial gestures to convey a message Signup and view all the answers

Which phrase means to keep completely silent?

三缄其口 Signup and view all the answers

Which term describes a state of being spotlessly clean or pure?

一尘不染 Signup and view all the answers

What describes comments made in a sarcastic manner?

冷嘲热讽 Signup and view all the answers

Which expression means to remain unchanged as in the past?

一如既往 Signup and view all the answers

What does the phrase '言简意赅' mean?

To express ideas briefly and clearly Signup and view all the answers

What is meant by '不胜枚举'?

Too many to enumerate Signup and view all the answers

What does '畅所欲言' encourage?

Honest discussion of thoughts and opinions Signup and view all the answers

What does '天涯若比邻' convey about friendship?

Friendship can endure regardless of distance Signup and view all the answers

What does the term '慨解囊' imply about someone's character?

They are generous in donating resources. Signup and view all the answers

Which situation describes the meaning of '无暇顾及'?

Ignoring responsibilities due to time constraints. Signup and view all the answers

What does the term '毋庸' imply?

There is no need for further explanation Signup and view all the answers

How does '拿捏分寸' relate to communication?

Knowing how to manage situations appropriately Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of '推己及人' in a social context?

Encouraging empathy towards others. Signup and view all the answers

What does '视若无睹' suggest about a person's behavior?

They acknowledge problems but choose to ignore them. Signup and view all the answers

What does '言多必失' imply about communication?

Caution is necessary in speech to avoid mistakes Signup and view all the answers

What does '侮辱' mean in context?

To humiliate or disrespect Signup and view all the answers

When someone describes a speech as '感染力', what are they emphasizing?

Its power to influence others. Signup and view all the answers

What does it mean to '宣泄情绪'?

To freely express and release emotions Signup and view all the answers

Which phrase means that something is not fully meeting expectations?

不尽如人意 Signup and view all the answers

What does '互惠互利' signify about relationships?

Benefits are mutually advantageous Signup and view all the answers

What does the term '酿成悲剧' indicate about an outcome?

It results in tragic consequences. Signup and view all the answers

What does '增幅显著' refer to in a financial context?

A noticeable and significant increase. Signup and view all the answers

What behavior does '老吾老以及人之老' advocate?

Respect for one's own elders and others' as well. Signup and view all the answers

How would you interpret '挑剔' in someone’s personality traits?

Having strict and picky standards. Signup and view all the answers

What does the phrase '各奔前程' imply?

Moving towards individual plans and paths Signup and view all the answers

What does '误入歧途' mean?

To be led down the wrong path Signup and view all the answers

What is indicated by the expression '狂跳不止'?

A racing heart due to tension or excitement Signup and view all the answers

What does '胡说' refer to?

Speaking nonsense Signup and view all the answers

What is conveyed by the term '尽孝心'?

To show respect and care for one's parents Signup and view all the answers

What does '久别重逢' describe?

Meeting someone after a long separation Signup and view all the answers

What does '鲜为人知' imply about a story?

It is rarely heard of and not well-known Signup and view all the answers

What does '添砖加瓦' metaphorically suggest?

To contribute to a cause or effort Signup and view all the answers

What does '唇齿相依' signify in relationships?

Mutual reliance and closeness Signup and view all the answers

What does the term '黎明' refer to?

Dawn or daybreak Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Unit One

Close buddy or best friend: "死党" (sǐ dǎng); example sentence - "I share everything with my close buddy, Xiao Zhang."
Respect but maintain distance: "敬而远之" (jìng ér yuǎn zhī); best applied to those you don't fully trust.
Overbearing attitude: "咄咄逼人" (duō duō bī rén); can create discomfort in discussions, as seen in a meeting scenario.
Chance discovery: "偶然发现" (ǒu rán fā xiàn); finding something interesting unexpectedly, like a fascinating book in a store.
Sudden memory recall: "脑海闪现" (nǎo hǎi shǎn xiàn); familiar faces can suddenly come to mind without immediate recognition.
Complete rejection of approach: "拒人千里" (jù rén qiān lǐ); keeping a large distance from those attempting to get close.
Facial gestures to convey messages: "挤眉弄眼" (jǐ méi nòng yǎn); used to hint at something, often through winking or raising eyebrows.
Consistency over time: "一如既往" (yī rú jì wǎng); exemplifies unwavering support and dedication, like a serious work ethic.
Perfectly clean or pure character: "一尘不染" (yī chén bù rǎn); an office that is spotless conveys tidiness and integrity.
Complete silence: "三缄其口" (sān jiān qí kǒu); typically about keeping confidential matters undisclosed.
Sarcasm or mockery: "冷嘲热讽" (lěng cháo rè fěng); characterized by expressions that are critical yet intended to provoke thought.
Profound sadness: "一股悲凉" (yī gǔ bēi liáng); an atmosphere of sorrow can be palpable in certain situations.
Going separate ways: "各奔前程" (gè bēn qián chéng); after graduation, everyone moves forward on their own paths.
Being misled: "误入歧途" (wù rù qí tú); refers to straying onto a wrong or criminal path due to misguided actions.
Persistent racing heart: "狂跳不止" (kuáng tiào bù zhǐ); often describes feelings of intense nerves or excitement.
Falling into someone’s arms: "漏入怀里" (lòu rù huái lǐ); can describe an accidental or heartwarming moment.
Talking nonsense: "胡说" (hú shuō); refers to illogical or irrelevant speech lacking substance.
Long-awaited reunion: "久别重逢" (jiǔ bié zhòng féng); the joy of reuniting with someone after a long separation.
Showing respect and care for parents: "尽孝心" (jìn xiào xīn); underscores the responsibility of children toward their aging parents.

Unit Three

Little-known facts: "鲜为人知" (xiān wéi rén zhī); indicates something that is hardly recognized or known.
Dawn or daybreak: "黎明" (lí míng); associated with serene moments and beautiful morning views.
Evening glow: "晚霞" (wǎn xiá); the sky is often painted in vibrant colors at sunset.
Contributing to a cause: "添砖加瓦" (tiān zhuān jiā wǎ); symbolizing active participation in projects or efforts.
Close interdependency: "唇齿相依" (chún chǐ xiāng yī); conveys the idea of deep reliance between relationships or nations.
Generous donations: "慷慨解囊" (kāng kǎi jiě náng); describes acts of large donations, especially during crises.
Nitty-gritty standards: "挑剔" (tiāo tī); excessively critical or demanding regarding specifics.
Creating an atmosphere: "营造氛围" (yíng zào fēn wéi); establishing emotional settings through elements like music and lighting.
Straining relationships: "无暇顾及" (wú xiá gù jí); indicates being too busy to consider other matters.
Accidental oversight: "一不留神" (yī bù liú shén); representing situations that occur without careful attention.
Not necessarily true: "未必" (wèi bì); implying uncertainty regarding an outcome or prediction.
Empathy towards others: "推己及人" (tuī jǐ jí rén); encourages understanding others by considering their perspectives and feelings.
Significantly increased: "增幅显著" (zēng fú xiǎn zhù); denotes notable growth or profit in various contexts.
Leading to tragedy: "酿成悲剧" (niàng chéng bēi jù); a careless act resulting in serious negative consequences.
Ignoring problems: "视若无睹" (shì ruò wú dǔ); referring to willfully overlooking issues faced by others.
Setting aside concerns: "置之脑后" (zhì zhī nǎo hòu); forgetting about an issue and choosing not to engage with it.
Feeling deep regret: "不胜唏嘘" (bú shèng xī xū); expressing sadness and dismay upon hearing upsetting news.
Not meeting expectations: "不尽如人意" (bú jìn rú rén yì); describing outcomes that fall short of what was hoped or required.
Respecting the elderly: "老吾老以及人之老" (lǎo wú lǎo yǐ jí rén zhī lǎo); advocating for care and respect towards all elders.

Unit Four

Simple and understandable: "浅白易懂" (qiǎn bái yì dǒng); suitable for beginners, indicating clarity.
Power to influence: "感染力" (gǎn rǎn lì); describes the captivating nature of speeches or performances.
Conciseness in expression: "言简意赅" (yán jiǎn yì gāi); ability to clearly convey complex ideas succinctly.
Countless good deeds: "不胜枚举" (bú shèng méi jǔ); referring to an abundance of positive actions acknowledged by others.
Free expression in discussion: "畅所欲言" (chàng suǒ yù yán); creating an open environment for sharing opinions.
Friendship despite distance: "天涯若比邻" (tiān yá ruò bǐ lín); relationships can remain strong regardless of physical separation.
No need for further explanation: "毋庸" (wú yōng); clear to everyone involved without additional remarks.
Taboo topics: "讳言" (huì yán); refers to sensitive subjects that one may avoid discussing.
Handling situations appropriately: "拿捏分寸" (ná niē fēn cùn); implies balancing actions and speech tactfully.
Cautionary expression: "言多必失" (yán duō bì shī); indicates that excessive talking can lead to mistakes.
Humiliation: "侮辱" (wǔ rǔ); denoting behavior that belittles others publicly.
Venting emotions: "宣泄情绪" (xuān xiè qíng xù); allowing oneself to release inner feelings through various means.
Tense situations: "剑拔弩张" (jiàn bá nǔ zhāng); imagery of potential conflict or heightened tensions between parties.
Emotional closeness: "难舍难分" (nán shě nán fēn); reflects deep connections and difficulty in parting.
Resilience: "韧性" (rèn xìng); signifies the ability to withstand hardships while continuing to persevere.
Mutual benefits: "互惠互利" (hù huì hù lì); emphasizes the advantages both parties obtain from a partnership.
Maintaining speech boundaries: "出言有尺交往有度"; emphasizes appropriate communication and interaction limits.

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