# HSK 7-9 Read and write a short answer Sample (R16) | HSKReady

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Content ID: item-u-7-9-01-R16_READ_SHORT_ANSWER-01
HSK levels: 7-9
Updated: 2026-10-23T04:55:01.960Z
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Explore the Read and write a short answer format (R16) for HSK 7-9 with one fixed sample, answer feedback and explanation. Continue practising in the HSKReady app.

One fixed sampleR16 · HSK 7-9

# Read and write a short answer

Write your response, then compare it with the reference and explanation.

好久不见,我最近工作很忙,几乎每天都要加班。表面上看起来我过得不错,工资也比以前高了,但说实话,我心里并不快乐。每天回到家都很累,也很少有时间陪家人。常常一个人坐在窗前发呆,回想从前在学校时无忧无虑的日子。我开始怀疑,这样的忙碌到底是不是我想要的生活。也许是该静下来想想,什么才是真正重要的东西。希望你一切顺利,记得有空给我写信。 从信中可以看出写信人现在最缺少的是什么?

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Compare your response with the reference. This sample does not assign an HSK score.

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### Explanation

He lacks happiness or a balanced, peaceful life, and time with his family. A higher salary has not met these needs.

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