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Road to Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education Examination

Paper 4 Speaking notes (說話筆記)

Part A: Group Presentation (小組討論) (準備: 10 分鐘 ；討論: 8 分鐘)

1. 有效運用準備時間
所需時間 注意事項
1 1 分鐘  小心理解題目要求
 了解題目的前文後理和討論議題的順序
2 2 分鐘  閱讀文章
 思考怎樣在討論中運用文章論點，在重點寫筆記
3 5 分鐘  就每一個分題，想出兩至三個論點
 思考每一個論點的原因、例子和假設推論
 思考如何反駁相反觀點
4 2 分鐘  在心中排練一次討論
 思考讀音和文法

2. 開展討論

1. 開場白  Let’s get started.

2. 解釋討論目的  We’re going to prepare a handbook of advice for parents on

how to bring up their children.

 Today, we’re here to discuss what to include in the handbook.

3. 背景介紹  As we all know, many parents and children ignore family

relationships and parents spend little time talking to their

children. A lot of family problems may arise.

 Well, there are a lot of family problems we can include in the

handbook. Let’s discuss them first.

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4. 表達觀點  Personally, I think that nowadays, many parents have to work

long hours, for example, from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. As a result,

they overlook their children. Therefore, we need to point out

that the lack of communication will cause a lot of family

problems.
5. 問其他考生意見  What do you think?

3. 作出回應

1. 簡單回應  You are right.

2. 歸納對方觀點  The lack of communication is common in Hong Kong and this

leads to a lack of mutual understanding or even conflicts

between family members.

3. 表達觀點  However, I think that the quality of communication is more

important than quantity. Even if they have opportunities to

communicate with their children, they don’t know how to do it

effectively.

 It is no use spending hours questioning their children on their

exam results or things they don’t want to talk about. Parents

should learn to share the children’s feelings and other

interesting topics.
4. 問其他考生意見  Do you agree?
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4. 討論要訣

1. 回應對方觀點
2. 明確提出觀點和提議
3. 解釋原因和好處
4. 運用日常生活的例子
5. 提出假設推論，分析影響

試題範例 (2001 CE Paper 4 Set 12.1)

Your group wants to organize a karaoke evening for your school. You are now planning the event.

You may want to talk about:  when and where the event should take place

 what sort of music should be used

 how to attract teachers and students to come

 how to get the money to organize this event

 anything else you think is important

A: I suggest going to karaoke lounges (提議) like Neway (例子) because there is good and

advanced audio equipment. (原因)

B: Yes, that’s a great point (回應) and we can sing many new songs there. (原因)
C: I agree that the audio system is good and new songs are available there (回應), but I

think that karaoke lounges are not large enough for us to hold this event. (論點).

I think the school hall may be a better choice for this event. (新提議). The PA system is

not bad in the hall, right? (原因)

A: Shall we invite some pop singers (提議) like Leo Ku or Kay Tse (例子) to come because

they are very popular in Hong Kong? (原因)

I believe that if they come to join us, many teachers and students will come to our

karaoke evening. (假設推論)

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B: That’s a great idea! (回應) We will also find it interesting to hear them sing their own

songs live (原因). We may have chances to take some photos with them too. (原因)
C: Right, I know they are popular and I like Leo and Kay as well (回應).

But this activity is organized for our schoolmates. (相反觀點)

The karaoke evening will no longer be meaningful if we invite singers to come. (原因)

Perhaps inviting our principal to sing some songs ( 新建議 ) may be more meaningful

and fun (原因).

D: I can see what you mean. (回應)

But don’t forget that Kay is a past student of our school. It is meaningful to come back

to our school. (論點)

She can show us how successful the past students of our school are in society. (原因)
B: You are right. (回應)

We can invite her to say some words to encourage our schoolmates to work hard as

well. (原因)

When students hear her words, they may learn from her. (假設推論)

So, why don’t we invite both Kay and our principal to sing some songs (新提議) in the

event?

That’s attractive enough!

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5. 不同部份的常用句子
1. 開展討論  Let’s get started.
 Shall we get started?
2. 交代主題和目的  Today, we’re here to discuss + n.
 The purpose of our discussion today is to + v.
 Today, we’re going to prepare for a + presentation / talk /
exhibition / booklet / leaflet
3. 表達意見  Personally, I think that + SVO
 I strongly believe that + SVO
 In my opinion, + SVO
4. 作出建議  I suggest that + SVO
 It is + important + to + v.
 It is + necessary + to + v.
 It is + feasible + to + v.
 It is + interesting + to + v.
5. 解釋原因  SVO + because + SVO
 SVO + since + SVO
 SVO + as + SVO
 The reason is that + SVO
6. 舉例子  For example, + SVO
 SVO + like + n.
 SVO + such as + n.
7. 假設推論  If + SVO, + SVO
 When + SVO, + SVO
8. 問別人意見  Do you agree?
 What do you think?
 What’s your opinion?
 Do you think it is a good idea?
9. 同意別人  I agree with you.
 That’s a great idea.
 You’re right.
 I agree that + SVO
10. 半同意別人  I agree with you that + SVO, but I believe that + SVO
 I can see what you mean, but + SVO
11. 反對別人  Sorry, but I don’t agree with you.
 I’m afraid I can’t agree with you.
 I don’t think so.
 I don’t think it’s a good idea.
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12. 轉話題  It seems that we have discussed a lot of ideas about A, such as……….
 Let’s move on to discuss + n.
 Now, shall we discuss + n.?
13. 有人壟斷發言  Sorry to interrupt, but I would like to say something.
14. 要求別人解釋  Could you explain your point?
 Excuse me, could you explain that again please?
15. 回應之前觀點  As Mr. Chan said earlier, + SVO
 Concerning + n., I have something more to say.
16. 作出總結  Shall we conclude our discussion now?

其他常用句式
As we all know, + SVO It seems to me that + SVO
正如我們知道 對我來說，似乎…
n. + enables us + to + v. n. + helps us + to + v.
...使我們能夠 …幫助我們
n. + lets us + + v. n. + makes us + + v.
...讓我們 ...使我們
n. + makes us + + adj. For me, I hope that + SVO
...使我們有…感覺 我希望
In fact, + SVO SVO. + In contrast, + SVO.
事實上 相反
SVO. + Also, + SVO. Worse still, + SVO
除此以外 更差的是
Although + SVO, + SVO. SVO + but + SVO
雖然 但是
Nowadays, + SVO Through + SVO, + we can + v.
今時今日 通過…可以…
By + SVO, + we can + v. This seriously affects + n.
通過…可以… 這嚴重影響…
SVO. + Instead, + SVO. SVO. + As a result, + SVO.
取而代之 結果
In some cases, + SVO.
在某些情況下
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6. 常見活動詞滙
study abroad organize immersion programmes organize exchange programmes

到外國讀書 舉辦語言沉浸計劃 舉辦交流計劃

organize language courses organize Putonghua courses organize English courses

舉辦語言課程 舉辦普通話課程 舉辦英語課程

arrange for visits to museums design webpage have part-time jobs

安排參觀博物館 設計網頁 有兼職

organize workshops organize seminars organize an open day

舉辦工作坊 舉辦研討會 舉辦開放日

help the homeless help the elderly help the disabled

幫助無家可歸者 幫助老人 幫助傷殘人士

help the orphans organize a campaign organize a walkathon

幫助孤兒 舉辦宣傳運動 舉辦步行籌款

organize a fun fair organize a carnival organize a talent show

舉辦攤位遊戲 舉辦嘉年華會 舉辦才藝表演

organize picnics organize camps organize karaoke evenings

舉辦野餐 舉辦宿營 舉辦卡拉 OK 之夜

organize a singing contest organize a song-writing organize a dancing competition

舉辦歌唱比賽 competition 舉辦作曲比賽 舉辦舞蹈比賽

organize a cooking competition organize leadership training hiking

舉辦烹飪比賽 camps 舉辦領袖訓練營 遠足

rock climbing organize sports clubs organize swimming courses

攀石 組織運動學會 舉辦游泳課程
gymnastics basketball football

體操 籃球 足球
badminton tennis jogging

羽毛球 網球 緩步跑
organize a drama competition organize a debating competition organize a Christmas party

舉辦戲劇比賽 舉辦辯論比賽 舉辦聖誕派對

7. 分析活動好處
enhance our public speaking enhance our communication enhance our problem-solving
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skills skills skills

提升公眾演說技巧 提升溝通技巧 提升解決問題能力

enhance our interpersonal skills enhance our logical thinking enhance our critical thinking

提升人際技巧 skills skills

提升邏輯思維技巧 提升批判思維技巧
enhance our organizational skills enhance our leadership skills enhance our language skills

提升組織技巧 提升領袖技巧 提升語言技巧

boost our confidence improve our health increase our sense of belonging

提升自信 改善健康 to the school

提升對學校的歸屬感
increase our civic awareness explore our potential explore our creativity

提升公民意識 發掘潛能 發掘創意

broaden our horizons relax ourselves

擴闊視野 放鬆自己

8. 宣傳活動

活動
produce and show powerpoint produce and show flash movies show video clips from Youtube

slides 製作與展示投影片 製作與展示動畫 展示 Youtube 影片

have a humorous presentation have interaction with the demonstrate pictures and

and tell jokes audience 與觀眾互動 photos 展示圖畫與相片

作幽默的演講和說笑話
demonstrate bar charts and pie show cartoons distribute leaflets to students
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charts 展示棒形圖和圓形圖 展示卡通 向學生派發宣傳單張

make case studies produce a short drama

製作個案研討 製作短劇

好處

make our messages more make our presentation more draw the attention of students

concise 使訊息更簡潔 interesting and entertaining 吸引學生的注意

使演說更有趣和富娛樂性
make students laugh encourage students to Students can learn a lot.

使學生大笑 participate actively 學生可以學到很多

鼓勵學生主動參與
Students can have fun. save time attract students

學生可以樂在其中 節省時間 吸引學生

make the presentation make it easier for students

more convincing to understand

使演說更有說服力 令學生更易明白

9. 常用形容詞

 
1 important (重要)
2. meaningful (有意義)
3. challenging (具挑戰性的)
4. useful (有用的) useless (沒用的)
5. necessary (有需要的)
6. effective (有效率的)
7. effective (有效的)
8. time-consuming (浪費時間)
9. cheap (便宜的) expensive (昂貴的)
10. easy (容易) difficult (困難的)
11. fun / interesting (有趣的) boring (沉悶的)
12. feasible (可行的)
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13. fashionable / trendy (時髦的) out-dated (過時的)

14. positive (積極的) negative (消極的)
15. attractive (吸引的)
16. charming (有魅力的)
17. exciting (令人興奮的)
18. safe (安全的) dangerous (危險的)
19. common (普遍的)
20. popular (受歡迎的)
21. enough / sufficient (足夠的) insufficient (不足的)
22. modern (現代的) traditional (傳統的)
23. healthy (健康的) unhealthy (不健康的)

10. 題目類型

1. 觀點

DSE Sample Paper – Sample 1

A question of privacy
Members of the media often complain that the government limits their freedom of
expression, though many members of the public feel there is nothing wrong with this. Some
years ago, photographs of Twins singer Gillian Chung Yan-tung were published by a local
magazine, Easy Finder, and they caused a real storm. The photographs were taken with a
hidden camera as she was changing costumes backstage. Many people were upset by this and
demanded that press freedom be restricted. The Hong Kong Performing Artist Guild
condemned the incident, and insisted the government amend the law and punish the
magazine’s owners.
‘Some people thought the whole episode had been exaggerated, but people buy these
magazines for exactly this kind of shocking content so it’s the market itself that demands such
pictures,’ explained retired editor John Peters.
Mike Chau

Your group wants to write a letter to the editor of the newspaper responding to the points

made by Mike Chau. Discuss with your group what to include in your letter in response to this

article. You may want to talk about:

- whether the media have too much freedom

- whether famous people should have their privacy protected

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- why people like to read magazines for their shocking content and gossip

英文 中文
重點字眼 1 whether 是否
重點字眼 2 why 原因

DSE Practice Paper 1.1

Teens far too materialistic

I think that today’s teenagers have a very casual attitude towards material possessions. From the
time they are born, they get what they want, even things that are not necessary. And yet they keep
demanding more from their parents. It makes no sense to buy things without thinking about the
price. What’s more, youngsters are easily affected by their peers. If their friends have something
new and trendy, they will also want to have it. But they do not consider whether they really need
it. Parents should not buy their children too many items that they do not really need. And they
should teach them to treasure what they have. They have to set a good example. Young people
need to exercise self-control.
Y.L.

Your group wants to write a letter to the editor of the newspaper responding to the points made

by Y.L. Discuss with your group what to include in your letter. You may want to talk about:

- whether teenagers are materialistic

- whether teenagers are easily affected by their peers

- how young children should be educated not to be materialistic

- anything else you think is important

英文 中文
重點字眼 1 whether 是否
重點字眼 2 how sbdy should be educated 怎樣教育
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2. 好處/壞處

DSE Sample Paper – Sample 2

Body art expresses individuality

More and more teenagers are turning to different forms of body art, such as tattooing and
nose piercing, to establish their personal identity and look different. One of the main reasons
young people decide to modify their bodies is to look cook. Teenagers want to express their
individuality and have a strong desire to stand out from the crowd. This gives them a sense of
uniqueness that makes them different from everyone else.
19-year-old James Keen is a typical example. He is one of the first in Hong Kong to have had
the tip of his tongue split into two. ‘When I first saw it in some teen magazines, I thought
tongue-splitting was the most beautiful thing I’d seen in my life,’ says James. Most of his
friends do not know that he has had his tongue split unless he shows it to them. When asked
how he felt about the splitting process, James said it did cause some pain for about a week,
especially when he ate, but he believed it was worthwhile. ‘Piercing of the ears, nose and lips
is just too common. I wanted something different.’

Your group wants to write an article for your school magazine about the advantages and

disadvantages of body modification. Discuss with your group what to include in your article.

You may want to talk about:

- why some teenagers like body art such as tattooing and nose piercing

- the medical dangers of body art

- how Hong Kong society views people with tattoos and their bodies pierced

- anything else you think is important

英文 中文
重點字眼 1 advantages and disadvantages 好處與壞處
重點字眼 2 why sbdy like 為何喜歡 ¿ 好處
重點字眼 3 dangers 危險 ¿ 壞處
重點字眼 4 how Kong Kong society views 香港社會的看法
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3. 問題成因  問題影響  預防/解決方法

DSE Sample Paper – Sample 3

The Respectable Addiction

People in Hong Kong are famous for working long hours. However, it is now recognized that
obsession with work can be an addiction. In Japan, it is called death by overwork and it is
estimated to cause 1,000 deaths per year. In the USA, it is known as the ‘respectable’
addiction.
Addiction to work is not the same as working hard or putting in long hours. Hardworking
people generally have some balance in their lives. They spend a lot of time at work, but also
set aside time for their hobbies, such as playing sports. However, work addicts think about
work even when they are playing sports. The obsession with work is total. It prevents them
from maintaining healthy relationships and outside interests. Work addicts neglect their
health and ignore their friends and family. They avoid going on holiday so they don’t have to
miss work, and even if they do go on holiday, they still think about work.
Often, work addicts only realize they have a problem when something terrible happens, for
example, when their health completely fails or they start having family problems.

You want to prepare a presentation on work addiction for a group of young people who will

soon be starting their first job. Discuss with your group what you will include in the

presentation. You may want to talk about:

- why Hong Kong people tend to work long hours

- the health and social problems that can be caused by long working hours

- things that people can do to avoid work addiction

- anything else you think is important

英文 中文
重點字眼 1 why 原因
重點字眼 2 the health and social problems 健康與社會問題 (影響)
重點字眼 3 things that people can do to avoid 預防措施
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4. 舉辦活動
DSE 2012 3.3
The activities below appeared in a local food magazine:
Sushi 101 workshop
One-day sushi workshop taught by executive Sushi Chef, Hiroshi Nagashima.
Learn how to make your own rolls and eat what you create! All materials are included.
- Lecture: history of sushi and how to make sushi rice
- Demonstration: cutting and decorating rolls
- Hands-on-practice: basic rolls & special rolls
- Tasting time!

The world of Japanese food decoration

Japanese food is renowned for its elegant presentation. Acclaimed chef Hiroshi Nagashima
will show you more than 60 garnishes for home parties and give you insider tips for successful
presentation. Most are simple enough to master in seconds, although a handful will challenge
your skills.

Night out in a sushi bar

The sushi conveyor belt is far from monotonous and the conveyor belt sushi bar is a great way
to host a party. Sushi, cocktails or other delicacies are placed on the conveyor belt while
guests feast their eyes on all those culinary delights passing by.

You are members of a Japanese Cookery Club. You group wants to organize a welcoming event
for new members. You may want to talk about:
 which activity would be best for attracting new members
 how the event could be promoted
 what other events the club could organize in the future
 anything else you think is important

英文 中文
重點字眼 1 which activity would be best 哪個活動最好
重點字眼 2 how the event could be promoted 怎樣宣傳活動
重點字眼 3 what other events the club could organize in 將來可以舉辦的活動

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5. 公眾宣傳 + 兩難
DSE 2012 5.2
The article below appeared on a conservation website:
Dolphins under threat
Experts warn that building a third runway at Chek Lap Kok Airport will pose a serious risk to
the ever-decreasing population of Chinese white dolphins. Since 1997, 135 white dolphins
have died. Nobody really knows what will happen to the remaining 200 dolphins in Hong Kong
waters, if the planned development goes ahead. This is mainly due to the fact that the
remains of the dead dolphins are generally in such poor condition that it has been impossible
to work out what caused their death. Possible reasons are collisions with sea traffic, pollution
and disease.
Reclamation would increase the size of the airport by another 50 percent and would be in an
area inhabited by the dolphins. Along with other infrastructure projects, such as the
construction of the bridge linking Hong Kong to Macau, many people believe the dolphins’
survival can only happen if major conservation measures are adopted.

Your group are members of the Dolphin Conservation Society. You want to raise public

awareness about the impact of economic development on the survival of the Chinese white

dolphin. You may want to talk about:

 why the dolphins should be better protected

 how the threat to the dolphins can be highlighted to the public

 whether protecting dolphins’ habitats is more important than the development of

infrastructure

 anything else you think is important

英文 中文
重點字眼 1 why 原因
重點字眼 2 how sthg can be highlighted to the public 怎樣讓公眾了解
重點字眼 3 whether A is more important than B A 是否比 B 重要
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6. 描述
DSE 2012 6.1
Below is a review of a restaurant in Hong Kong:
El Torico
Although El Torico is a well-known Spanish restaurant in Tai Koo, we had not reviewed it
before. After finally trying their food though, we felt like we hadn’t been missing out on much.
The place itself is quite pleasant, with colourful and welcoming Spanish decoration. We sat
down and ordered a couple of items from their menu for dinner.
The prawns with garlic and chili came nicely cooked, tender and juicy. The Iberico ham,
though a small portion (15 grams) and a bit too soft, was only passable. Their mushroom and
spinach was too creamy. Our main course was their signature paella (rice). We weren’t
expecting too much given its price ($128 for two people), but we were still disappointed at
the limited ingredients (a count-on-your-fingers amount of clams, prawns and chopped
sausage) and the dry rice!
Along with its poor service, almost everything at El Torico screamed ‘below average’. We are
not very keen on going there for food again.

Verdict: 2 out of 5 stars

Your group is doing a project on restaurants in Hong Kong. Your group has to write reviews of

different restaurants. You may want to talk about:

 the different kinds of cuisines in Hong Kong

 the characteristics of a good restaurant

 what a good restaurant review should include

英文 中文
重點字眼 1 different kinds of … 不同種類的…
重點字眼 2 the characteristics of … …的特色
重點字眼 3 what …. should include 應該包括甚麼
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7. 個人經歷
DSE 2012 6.3
Below is a newspaper article about an English teacher’s innovative teaching methods:
Teaching English via video games
An English teacher in Malaysia has been teaching English through the method he knows best
– video games. He strongly believes that video games change the way students learn the
language. “Video games are packed with action and rich graphics. There are also words and
phrases used in the games which I believe can be learnt by students,” he said.
He found that using animation, songs and Internet material in his classroom was really
effective in capturing the students’ attention, enhancing their interest and improving their
English. “I found that it is easier to teach students using pop culture and technology, which
can help to bridge the gap between the teacher and student,” he added.
He himself enjoys playing video games, including simulation and role-playing games, for up to
four hours a day. “People always assume that playing video games is bad for you, but I believe
in keeping a balance between work and play,” he says.

Your group has to write a blog about English lessons in Hong Kong. Discuss with your group

what to include in your blog. You may want to talk about:

 any interesting English lessons you’ve had in school

 any English lessons you’ve had in school that were not enjoyable

 advantages or disadvantages of using video games in English lessons

 anything else you think is important

英文 中文
重點字眼 1 any interesting English lessons you’ve had 有趣英文課的經歷
重點字眼 2 any English lessons that were not enjoyable 沉悶英文課的經歷
重點字眼 3 advantages or disadvantages 好處或壞處

11. 題目重點字眼一覽
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1. 觀點

whether if

是否 是否

2. 原因

why reasons causes

why it is necessary factor

為何需要 因素

3. 好處與壞處

advantages benefits beneficial

好處 好處 有好處的
effectiveness positive aspects pros and cons

成效 好處 好處和壞處
disadvantages drawbacks threat

壞處 壞處 威脅
danger problems negative effects

危險 問題 負面影響
adverse effects challenges difficulties

負面影響 挑戰 困難
risk struggle negative aspects

風險 掙扎 壞處
affect influence

影響 影響

4. 特質

characteristics what sthg should include criteria

特徵 應該包括甚麼 準則

5. 看法
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how Hong Kong society views how people of different

香港社會的看法 generations view

不同年代人的看法

6. 喜好

what people prefer

人們會喜歡甚麼

7. 解決方法

how things that sbdy can do solution

怎樣 to avoid 預防方法 解決方法

how people cope with what action should be taken what advice you would give

怎樣處理 要採取的行動 有甚麼忠告

way

方法
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8. 辯論
the arguments for the motion the arguments against the how to organize and present

贊成論點 motion 反對論點 your arguments

如何組織和表達論點
how you will argue against

the other team’s ideas

怎樣反駁對方的論點

9. 籌辦組織

aims what will make your society which of the above you would

目標 different 你的組織有甚麼特 use to promote your society

別之處 你會用以上哪個宣傳組織
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10. 舉辦活動 / 宣傳

how you will produce the what activities how the activities could

handbook 如何製作手冊 activities the school can benefit 活動的好處

organize

舉辦什麼活動
reasons for choosing the how much it costs where you will stay

activities 選擇活動的原因 活動花費多少 逗留的地點

what you can learn safety issues where and when to hold

會學到甚麼 安全問題 舉辦的地點和時間

what singers and group to what important people to how you can raise money

invite 邀請甚麼歌手和團體 invite 邀請甚麼重要嘉賓 how to get the money

如何籌款
location / venue ways of getting there how to attract sbdy to come

地點 前往方法 如何吸引某人參加活動
sthg people would be how you could get whether you could

interested in information recommend the above

人們會有興趣的事 怎樣獲取資訊 activity 你是否會推介以上活

動
which activity would be best how the event could be what other events could be

哪個活動最佳 promoted 怎樣宣傳活動 organized in the future

未來可以舉辦的活動
what students can do to how sthg can be highlighted whether the activity is the

become involved to the public best way

學生如何參與 怎樣向公眾宣傳 是否最佳方法

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what additional activities what other events you would how one’s ability can be

could be introduced like to see 想見到其他甚麼項 trained 如何培訓能力

可以舉辦甚麼額外活動 目
activities that can be included how to get support how to encourage

可以包括甚麼活動 怎樣獲取支持 怎樣鼓勵

how to make sthg attractive which of the activities would

in the brochure be most suitable

如何使宣傳單張中的…吸引 哪個活動最適合

11. 習作

what other information to why sthg is a suitable topic what to include in the

include in the project 為何是適當題目 proposal

專題研習可以包括甚麼其他 計劃書包括甚麼

資料
which topic to include in the what information from the what ideas from the article

class blog 壁報的題目 survey 採用調查的甚麼資料 用文章的哪些意念

how to present things

in a fun and humorous way

怎樣有趣幽默地報告

12. 比較

how to balance A and B whether A is more important differences

怎樣取得平衡 than B A 是否比 B 重要 不同

similarities

相似

13. 其他常見詞語

skills knowledge suitable

技能 知識 適合的
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learn available people’s attitude

學習 可供選擇 / 可用 人們的態度
what sort of serious worsen

what kind of 嚴重 惡化

甚麼類型的
celebrate traditional updated

慶祝 傳統的 更新的
environmental-friendly popular useful

環保的 受歡迎的 有用的

interesting memorable tips

有趣的 難忘的 秘訣
other kinds of strange unusual

其他種類的 奇怪 不平常
crimes relationship human

罪案 關係 人類
other kinds urban development heritage preservation

其他類型 城市發展 文物保護

preserve / protect different kinds of enjoyable

保護 不同類型的 令人享受的
culture experience demand

文化 體驗 需求
complaints fair important

投訴 公平 重要的

consider place importance peer pressure

考慮 重視 朋輩壓力
popular beliefs ideal ban

一般人的觀念 理想 禁止
rule behaviour festival

規條 行為 節日
motivate
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推動

14. 熱門課題

1. education reform 2. effective learning

教育改革 有效學習
3. overseas studies 4. choosing an ideal school

海外學習 選擇理想學校
5. the relationship between students and 6. the relationship between parents and

teachers 學生與老師的關係 children 父母與子女的關係

7. family problems 8. declining birth rate

家庭問題 下降的出生率
9. problems among teenagers 10. problems among old people
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青少年問題 老人問題
11. youth crime 12. gambling

青少年犯罪 賭博
13. violence 14. popular pastimes among teenagers

暴力 青少年的嗜好
15. EQ training 16. leadership training

情緒智商培訓 領袖訓練
17. materialism 18. environmental problems

物質主義 環境問題
19. health problems 20. sports

健康問題 運動
21. Olympic Games 22. physical appearance

奧運會 外表
23. tourism 24. heritage preservation

旅遊業 文物保護

25. local culture 26. festivals

本地文化 節日
27. mass media 28. privacy invasion

大眾傳媒 侵犯私隱
29. technological development 30. the Internet

科技發展 互聯網
31. discrimination 32. human rights

歧視 人權
33. pets 34. idols

寵物 偶像
35. celebrities 36. globalization

名人 全球化
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Part B: Individual Response (個人回應) (1 分鐘)

1. 注意事項

1. 考生需要即時回答考官問題，沒有準備時間。
2. 考官最少會問一條問題。
3. 如果答案太短，考官會根據考生的回應，問一些跟進性的問題或另一條問題。
4. 不要重覆自己在小組討論發表的意見。
5. 盡用一分鐘時間。
6. 考生可以看自己的 notecard，但不能抄下問題或重點。
7. 如果不明白問題，要主動問考官。

I’m sorry. Could you repeat the question please? (可否重覆問題)

I’m sorry. Could you explain the question please? (可否解釋問題)

2. 回答要訣

1. Main idea / Choice (論點/選擇)

2. Reasons (原因)
3. Examples (例子)
4. Comparison (比較)
5. Personal experience (個人經歷)
6. Other people’s view (其他人的看法)

3. 題目類型

1. 選擇

Which would you prefer, a dog or a video game console? Why?

1. 選擇 I prefer a video game console.
2. 比較 I think dogs are lovely, but I don’t want to keep a dog. To start with, I have an

allergic nose.

Also, I don’t think I will be a good dog owner. I am always busy with my

studies and have no time to take care of a dog.

Frankly, I don’t want to take the responsibility of a dog owner.

3. 重申選擇 So, even if I have free time, I would rather play video games.
4. 過度句 As you can tell, I like playing video games a lot. Why am I so fond of playing
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video games? Well, let me tell you the reasons.

5. 解釋原因 First of all, I enjoy playing video games because it helps me relax.

Also, this is a great chance to kill time with my friends. We have established a

good friendship through playing the games.

6. 舉例子 You know, there’s a very famous football game called Winning Eleven. It’s

cool to have the chance to control my favourite team in the game and

compete with my friends.

7. 總結 That’s why I would choose a video game console.

If you were given the chance, would you like to be a singer? Why or why not?
1. 選擇 That’s a good question. I think I would not become a singer.
2. 原因一 The main reason is that people’s tastes change very quickly.

If you are popular today, it doesn’t mean that you will be popular forever.

In fact, many singers who appeared to be promising at the beginning have

already faded out.

Real superstars such as Sam Hui, Alam Tam, who are always remembered by

people, are only rare examples.

3. 原因二 I’m not the kind of person who’s willing to take risk.

I just want a stable job.

4. 相反觀點 Of course, you may think it’s a pity if I really have a talent for singing.
5. 讓步 After all, no one wants to waste his talent.
6. 駁論 But let’s be realistic. Just having a talent for singing does not mean that you
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will become a successful singer.

Well, I mean appearance is far more important than talent nowadays.

7. 舉例子 In Hong Kong, only beautiful or handsome singers can become popular.
8. 總結 Obviously, I am not that attractive at all.
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2. 假設
If you fail to enter university, what will you do? Why?
1. 第一選擇 Retaking the HKDSE will be the most suitable for me.
2. 解釋原因 I expect that my results won’t be too bad even if I fail to enter university

through jupas.

If I learn from this experience, I will have a much better chance of making it

next year.
3. 第二選擇 Of course, in case my results are far from satisfactory, I will be convinced that

I am not good at traditional subjects. So, I will join Project Yi Jin or apply for a

place at IVE.
4. 解釋原因 Because at IVE, I can choose the subjects that interest me.
5. 不會選擇 However, I won’t look for a job.
6. 解釋原因 It is because I don’t think I am ready to work at such an early age.

Besides, I want to further my studies to enhance my competitiveness.

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3. 發表意見

Do you think it is a good idea for students to attend tutorial schools?

1. 表明立場 Yes, I think it’s a great idea.
2. 解釋原因 It’s extremely important for students to do well in exams.

You know, tutorial schools are very skillful at helping students get good exam

results.

The reason is that they employ high-quality tutors, who are extremely

familiar with the public exam systems. They can teach students useful exam

skills.
3. 相反觀點 You may think that it is not a healthy phenomenon if we put too much

emphasis on exam results.

4. 讓步 Well, this is quite true.

I agree that we need time to participate in extra-curricular activities in order

to unearth our potential.

5. 駁論 However, as students, we should care about our studies.

Only hardworking students will attend tutorial schools.

Also, tutorial schools are not necessarily an obstacle to whole person

education.
7. 個人經歷 For example, even though I often take tutorial classes, I am the captain of my

school’s basketball team and have participated in many competitions.

9. 總結 Therefore, it’s just a matter of time management.

4. 解釋現象

What are the causes of juvenile delinquency?

1. 說明原因 There are two main causes, that is, lack of parental care and too much
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parental care.
2. 原因一 On one hand, lack of parental care contributes to juvenile delinquency.

Parents should certainly show their concern for their children so that they

can grow up healthily.

But many parents in Hong Kong are so busy with their work that they seldom

spend time with their children.

Having no one to teach them what is right and wrong, they go astray easily.

As a result, they will commit crimes.

3. 原因二 On the other hand, some parents really care a lot about their children.

However, they spoil them to the extent that they can do whatever they like.

Gradually, their children become selfish and irresponsible.

4. 總結 To conclude, too much or too little parental care can cause teenage crimes.