Month: August 2016

Recently, private tutoring has evolved into big business.  Many students flock to different tutorial centers to get better equipped for the public exam.  Some people lament the phenomenon, claiming that the trend is giving a blow to the education sector and even the growth of teenagers.  Write a let.........Read More

It has been reported that more and more teenagers are involved in gambling in our city.  What will be the negative impact if the trend prevails and what should be done to turn the situation around? Write a letter to the editor to voice your views.Dear EditorI am writing to express my concern about .........Read More

Recently, private tutoring has evolved into big business.  Many students flock to different tutorial centers to get better equipped for the public exam.  Some people lament the phenomenon, claiming that the trend is giving a blow to the education sector and even the growth of teenagers.  Write a let.........Read More

Recently, private tutoring has evolved into big business.  Many students flock to different tutorial centers to get better equipped for the public exam.  Some people lament the phenomenon, claiming that the trend is giving a blow to the education sector and even the growth of teenagers.  Write a let.........Read More

Recently, private tutoring has evolved into big business.  Many students flock to different tutorial centers to get better equipped for the public exam.  Some people lament the phenomenon, claiming that the trend is giving a blow to the education sector and even the growth of teenagers.  Write a let.........Read More

There are more and more different kinds of street performances in Hong Kong. While these performances add spice to street culture, some people and even the buskers themselves call for more regulations on street performances.Write a letter to the editor stating why people have such a demand and disc.........Read More

There are more and more different kinds of street performances in Hong Kong. While these performances add spice to street culture, some people and even the buskers themselves call for more regulations on street performances.Write a letter to the editor stating why people have such a demand and disc.........Read More

It has been reported that more and more teenagers are involved in gambling in our city.  What will be the negative impact if the trend prevails and what should be done to turn the situation around? Write a letter to the editor to voice your views.Teens gambling must be tackleDear EditorI am writ.........Read More

It is saddening to hear about the recent death of a 19 year-old girl who waited for a double-lung donation but in vain. In fact, many sick people have no choice but wait to die due to the general apathy towards organ donation in the city. Write a letter to the editor explaining the phenomenon and su.........Read More

The recent case of the death of a lady in a McDonald’s restaurant has rung the bell about the plight of the homeless in our city. Write an article for your school’s newsletter, accounting for the mounting number of homeless people and suggesting measures to tackle the issue.Lend a helping hand to t.........Read More

The recent case of the death of a lady in a McDonald’s restaurant has rung the bell about the plight of the homeless in our city. Write an article for your school’s newsletter, accounting for the mounting number of homeless people and suggesting measures to tackle the issue.The homeless are surginRead More

The recent case of the death of a lady in a McDonald’s restaurant has rung the bell about the plight of the homeless in our city. Write an article for your school’s newsletter, accounting for the mounting number of homeless people and suggesting measures to tackle the issue.Give a home to the homeless.........Read More

Despite the work of the Equal Opportunities Commission, many people are still biased against people who are mental and physically handicapped. You feel that more should be done to educate the public against any form of prejudice. Write an essay discussing the kinds of prejudices people have against .........Read More

Many teenagers are fans of famous singers or actors from Hong Kong or other countries. Some fans go to extremes and spend a lot of time and money following their idols wherever they go. Write an article for your school newsletter explaining why this happens. In the article, you should suggest two wa.........Read More

You have just attended a drama performance. Unluckily, it was a disaster. In your opinion, not only you, but the audience in general was rather disappointed. Write an email to your good friend, Pat, to share your views.Dear PatHow are you in Australia? I hope you'll be having a great hot Christmas..........Read More

The ageing population has become an increasingly worrying problem for our city.  Last year, your grandfather retired from his work.  He felt bored and upset for a few months.  He decided to change his lifestyle and is now a happy man.  Write an article to a local newspaper about your grandfather’s c.........Read More

The aging population has become an increasingly worrying problem for our city. ast year, your grandfather retires from his work. He felt bored and upset for a few months. He decided to change his lifestyle and is now a happy man. Write an article to a local newspaper about your grandfather’s change.........Read More

The ageing population has become an increasingly worrying problem for our city.  Last year, your grandfather retired from his work.  He felt bored and upset for a few months.  He decided to change his lifestyle and is now a happy man.  Write an article to a local newspaper about your grandfather’s c.........Read More

Learning English through Social IssueTo raise awareness of social issues, the school principal is inviting students to contribute their opinions about such issues to the school newspaper.  This week, the topic is about the young generation of Hong Kong: born in material wealth and preoccupied by co.........Read More

You are Paula, a peer counsellor at your school and the agony aunt for your school magazine. Recently you received the letter below. Write a reply to Kelly giving her some advice about what she should do.1^tMay 201Dear PaulRecently my elder sister got married and moved out. Now for the first time.........Read More

You are the Chairperson of the Sports Club at your school. You are giving a speech to the club members.  The inspiration for the speech comes from the following famous sports quote about how you can succeed in sports if you learn from your failures.I’ve missed more than 9000 shots in my career.I’ve lost almost 300 games..........Read More

As a student ambassador of an exchange programme to Britain, you are invited to give a speech in a gathering where some ambassadors would introduce the wonders of their home places. You would like to share with other attendees why you love HK so much and that it is surely a great tourist destination.........Read More

As a student ambassador of an exchange programme to Britain, you are invited to give a speech in a gathering where some ambassadors would introduce the wonders of their home places. You would like to share with other attendees why you love HK so much and that it is surely a great tourist destination.........Read More

As a student ambassador of an exchange programme to Britain, you are invited to give a speech in a gathering where some ambassadors would introduce the wonders of their home places. You would like to share with other attendees why you love HK so much and that it is surely a great tourist destination.........Read More

Your school is thinking of introducing a new policy requiring all S1 and S2 students to join at least one school team. However, this suggestion has evoked a strong reaction from some students. You are an intern reporter for the Young Post and have just attended a forum involving representatives from.........Read More

You recently read an article in the Kowloon Voice callinfoa ban on the French delicacfoie grain Hong Kong.Foie grais goose liver that comes from geese that are forced to eat large amount of corn before they are killed. Write a letter to the editor supporting or opposing the article’s call for a.........Read More

You recently read an article in the Kowloon Voice callinfoa ban on the French delicacfoie grain Hong Kong.Foie grais goose liver that comes from geese that are forced to eat large amount of corn before they are killed. Write a letter to the editor supporting or opposing the article’s call for a.........Read More

Your favourite song got nominated for a local music award and the winner will be decided by a public vote.  Write a blog entry to persuade your friends to vote for the song.  Describe the song and its lyrics.  Explain how the song makes you feel and what the message conveyed by its lyrics means to y.........Read More

Teen depression is on the rise                                               5B Seer CheHave you been feeling tired all the time? Or, have you been facing sluggishness? Any feelings of sadness or having troubles in concentrating? If your answers to the above questions are ‘yes’, then maybe you are .........Read More

5A Chan Ka Yi, IriA letter to an organ donoDear Mr. WongIt’s nice to encounter you in my life.  My name may not ring a bell to you as I’ve never met you before.  Yet, last year, I received a kidney from you and it has changed my life completely.  I really want to show my appreciation to your gen.........Read More