Unit 4 Comprehensive Review: Science, Innovation, and Modern Society

The dynamic relationship between technological advancement and human life is central to which AP Chinese Unit?

AP Chinese Unit 4

What is the key application referred to as a 'Super App' in modern China?

WeChat (微信 - Wēixìn)

What other payment service is a major competitor to WeChat Pay in China?

Alipay (支付宝 - Zhīfùbǎo)

What term describes the convenience of using digital wallets instead of cash in China?

Cashless society (无现金社会)

What type of rail system has revolutionized transportation in China?

High-Speed Rail (高铁 - Gāotiě)

What is the term for a society where people heavily rely on technology in their daily lives?

Smart Lifestyle (智能生活 - zhìnéng shēnghuó)

What term is used to describe people who are addicted to their phones?

Phubbers (低头族 - dītóuzú)

What are China's 'Four Great New Inventions'?

High-Speed Rail, Mobile Payment, Shared Bicycles, Online Shopping

What is a primary concern associated with the use of Big Data in modern technology?

Privacy (隐私 - gèrén yǐnsī)

What is the Chinese term for facial recognition technology?

人脸识别 (Rénliǎn shíbié)

What does the phrase 'Double-Edged Sword' imply in the context of technology?

Both advantages and disadvantages.

What is the significant impact of mobile payment technology in China?

Reduced reliance on cash.

What does '随时随地' mean in English?

Anytime, anywhere.

What is the importance of WeChat's 'Moments' feature?

It serves as a social feed for user updates (朋友圈 - Péngyǒuquān).

What problem do Shared Bicycles address in urban commuting?

The 'last mile' problem.

What risks do teenagers face due to excessive online gaming?

Addiction (上瘾 - Shàngyǐn) affecting academic performance.

How does the digital divide affect the elderly in modern technology?

They often feel isolated due to not knowing how to use smart devices.

What kind of changes in communication does modern technology create?

Changes the way we communicate.

What is the Chinese term for online shopping?

网购 (Wǎngòu)

What does the structure '随着…的发展' express?

It expresses change over time with the development/popularity of something.

Which structure would you use to express that A influences B?

$A + ext{对} + B + ext{产生/有} + … ext{影响}$.

What is an essential skill discussed in the lecture regarding technological advancement and society?

Articulating cause and effect.

What term denotes technologies that have both pros and cons?

Double-Edged Sword (双刃剑 - shuāngrènjiàn)

What technological trend has replaced cash transactions in China?

Digital wallets.

What is the importance of stating 'On one hand… on the other hand…' in an argument?

To demonstrate the ability to argue different sides of an issue.

What example illustrates the vast influence of the internet on our lives in modern society?

The internet has a huge influence on daily activities.

What are the implications of the term '低头族' on social interactions?

It reflects a societal trend of missing face-to-face interactions due to technology dependence.