Cultural Insight:

Before the invention of printing, Chinese people wrote with brushes. Calligraphy is not just a tool for recording information but a supreme art form. The Four Treasures of the Study – brush, ink, paper, and inkstone – are the tools of the calligrapher. The characters written by a skilled calligrapher are considered to have life and power. There's a saying, "The handwriting reflects the person," meaning one's brushwork can reveal their character and inner self. Practicing calligraphy can help calm the mind and cultivate patience and concentration.

Useful Sentences:

1. 你会写毛笔字吗？ - Can you write calligraphy?

2. 这是谁写的字？真漂亮！ - Who wrote this? It's so beautiful!

3. 我需要多练习。 - I need to practice more.

4. 心静才能写好字。 - Only with a calm heart can you write good characters.

Grammar Corner: The Result Complement "好 (hǎo)"
When added after a verb, "好" indicates that the action is completed well, thoroughly, and satisfactorily.

• Structure: Verb + 好

• Examples:

• 作业我做好了。 - I have finished my homework (and it's done well).

• 请把桌子收拾好。 - Please tidy up the table (properly).

• 我还没准备好。 - I'm not ready yet.

Exercise:
Use "Verb + 好" to fill in the blanks.

1. 妈妈已经把饭做______了。

2. 你的衣服洗______了吗？
   (Answers: 1. 好 2. 好)