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X1U3 Extended reading
By Cynthia Yu
CHSR
The incredible
Chinese hige-speed rail (CHSR)
Racing towards the future:
a look at China’s high-speed rail network
A feature article
Learning objectives:
By the end of this period, we are expected to

grasp the content and writing techniques of the article;
apply what we learn to some practical exercises;
strengthen our sense of national pride.
Reading for structure
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Complete the main idea of each part in pairs:
features
development
accomplishments
influence
future
Reading for structure
Reading
comprehension
1. According to the first paragraph, which words can be used to describe CHSR?
Cheap and convenient
Fast and punctual
Noisy but safe
costly and steady
Fast
…thundering down the track
…grows larger by the second
Steady
…slows and glides past the lines of waiting passengers
…eases to a stop
…its progress barely noticed as it quickly and silently gathers
speed
Punctual
…departs exactly on time for the travellers ---convenient
Features
2. In what respect has China’s high-speed railway set a world record since 2008?
Its speed.
Its luxury.
Its carrying capacity.
Its popularity.
3. When was the blueprint of “eight vertical and eight horizontal” corridors released?
In the 1990s.
In 2004.
In 2016.
In 2023.
1990s
2004
2016
today
The HSR project began.
The blueprint of four vertical and four horizontal corridors was released.
The plan was upgraded to “eight vertical and eight horizontal” corridors.
China boasts the world’s longest and most extensively used HSR network.
2008
A world record was set for its carrying capacity.
Let’s review the time route of its development!
4. How does the author state the achievements of CHSR?
By listing numbers.
By giving examples.
By making comparisons.
By telling a story.
Achievements
the world’s longest line built in one
the first high-cold high-speed railway in the world
the world’s first smart high-speed railway
a new model with modernized features, elegant designs and advanced technologies
The Beijing-Shanghai line
The Harbin-Dalian line
The Beijing-Zhangjiakou line
The Fuxing Electric Multiple Unit (EMU)
5. Why does the author mention “ ‘China Standard’ has become the ‘World standard’’’?
To emphasize the high quality of CHSR.
To show China’s influence on the world in many ways.
To tell readers China has become a developed country.
To feel proud that China has caught up with other countries in technology.
What contributes to our great influence on the world?
The wholehearted devotion of engineers
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The visionary leadership of the CPC
The strong support of all the Chinese people
6. What is the author’s attitude towards the future of CHSR?
Confident.
Doubtful.
Worried.
Indifferent.
Racing towards the future, China’s HSR network will continue to grow, improving the lives of its people and strengthening unity among them.
Now, it is shining a bright light on the track ahead to even greater success.
Reading comprehension
Thinking
How do you think HSR is changing people’s lives?
China currently possesses the largest and fastest high-speed railway network in the world. The speed of high-speed trains is expected to be continuously improved, with more and more cities building their high-speed railway stations. _____1______
The convenience and affordability of the HSR means that citizens can easily explore our country and interact with other communities. ______2_______A growing number of people also take the high-speed railway to travel on holidays.
______3______Compared with planes, the outstanding advantage of high-speed trains is their punctuality, for it is scarcely influenced by weather conditions or traffic control. With enough time, some youngsters choose to work in one city while living in a neighboring one, riding high-speed trains to commute.
B
A
D
Complete the passage about CHSR’s impact on the lifestyles of Chinese people.
A. Nowadays, it has become the first option of transportation mode when people are on business trips.
B. High-speed railway is changing Chinese people’s lifestyle.
C. The high-speed railway network connects cities and regions that were not connected before.
D. High-speed railway significantly cuts back the time people spend on traveling.
High-speed railway is changing Chinese people’s lifestyle.

Nowadays, it has become the first option of transportation mode whether people are on business or travel on holidays.
Some youngsters choose to work in one city while living in a neighboring one, riding high-speed trains to commute.
……
CHSR’s impact on the lifestyles of Chinese people.
Practice
Dear Tom,
Hearing that you’re interested in CHSR, I’m glad to tell you my personal experience and share my summer holiday travel plan with you as well.
China boasts the world’s longest and most extensively used HSR network, including eight vertical and eight horizontal corridors. CHSR is so fast and comfortable that people can enjoy their journey effortlessly and relaxedly.
This summer holiday, I will take the HSR to ZiBo in Shandong Province. It will be four hours before I can enjoy the delicious barbecue, which is strongly recommended by the whole country. I look forward to seeing you there if possible.
Yours,
Li Hua
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2. long
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4. relax
7. see
Dear Tom,
Hearing that you’re interested in CHSR, I’m glad to tell you my personal experience and share my summer holiday travel plan with you as well.
China boasts the world’s longest and most extensively used HSR network, including eight vertical and eight horizontal corridors. CHSR is so fast and comfortable that people can enjoy their journey effortlessly and relaxedly.
This summer holiday, I will take the HSR to ZiBo in Shandong Province. It will be four hours before I can enjoy the delicious barbecue, which is strongly recommended by the whole country. I look forward to seeing you there if possible.
Yours,
Li Hua
Homework:
Finish the learning sheet;
Underline key expression in the text.

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