Reading list
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What it really means
The list of books and articles set for each module, usually split into "core" (essential) and "further" reading. You are not expected to buy everything — most items are in the library or online.
Chinese explanation
每门课指定的书目和文章清单，通常分"核心阅读"（必读）和"扩展阅读"。不需要全买——大多数都能在图书馆或网上找到。
Example conversation
A: Do I need to buy all twelve books on the reading list?
B: No! Just the core text — the rest are in the library.
A：书单上十二本书都要买吗？
B：不用！买核心教材就行——其他的图书馆都有。
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