Language Section: English

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Dear EditorWhen people think of Hong Kong, what naturally comes to mind are its glamorous skyscrapers, breathtaking sceneries and most importantly, thriving economy. However, little do people know that underneath this facade lies an inconvenient truth, that millions of people in Hong Kong are still.........Read More

Dear EditorI am a local secondary school's student and I am writing to express my opinion concerning the Education Bureau's decision to end the Chinese and English extensive reading scheme grants starting from this school year.As a student, I feel strongly that reading is beneficial to us and shoul.........Read More

Miss Shih is my English teacher this year. My first impression of her is that she is very enthusiastic, has a sense of humour and is very beautiful. As I have this memory of her, I hope she can remember me too.First of all, I have no pretty looks or a smart brain. People's first impression of me mos.........Read More

How can I help Miss Shih remember me? That’s a good question. Well, there are two ways: the first one requires a pair of sharp eyes and a good memory while the second one requires determination.So, what is the first method? Well, if you look closer, you will find that my face is a little bit differe.........Read More

The social ills have often not brought to public attention until a tragedy made the news headline. Recent case of the death of a lady in a McDonald’s restaurant is a point of case. The tragic case has sent shock waves throughout the territory. The dreadful plight of the homeless finally comes under .........Read More

Report on 'Cinemas in Hong KongHailed as “East Hollywood”, Hong Kong was once reputed to its thriving filming industry. Cinemas, such as the Grand Cinema, Golden Harvest Grand Cinema, MCL JP Cinema have their ticket booths lined with long queues. However, according to a recent report conducted, the.........Read More

Report on 'Cinemas in Hong KongIntroductioGiven that a project entitled ‘Cinemas in Hong Kong’ has been worked out, a research was conducted to study the cinemas in Hong Kong. This report discusses why fewer people go to cinemas than before and the suggestion to increase the number of moviegoers.Read More

Hi everyone! I am Chris Chan from Hong Kong. It is my great pleasure to introduce my beloved home place to all of you. Have anyone of you heard of Hong Kong before? It doesn’t matter if you have not as I am going to start my speech right now.Being the Pearl of the Orient, Hong Kong has owned a lot o.........Read More

A letter to the editoDear Editor          I am writing to express my view in regards to the land use of the harbour front. Recently there are mounting calls for turning those undeveloped harbour front into residential and commercial buildings as a resort to solve the problem of insufficient land.........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 grave concern a.........Read More

It has been reported that more and more teenagers are involved in gambling in our city.  Why so? 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 EditorAccording to a recent research, t.........Read More

Tattoos has been found more popular among young people recently. Why is it so? What are your views? Write a blog entry, with the title Tattoo? Mmm”.Tattoo? MmmGangsters? Criminals? Drug dealers? These might be what the old folks think about tattoos. However, they might not know that tattoos could.........Read More

Time is changing.  It’s claimed to be the time of the ‘ME’ generation. ‘ME’ refers to the young people in the world.  Is this also the case in our city? Write an article to share your views.‘ME’ generation in Hong KonThe 2^scentury is claimed to be the time of the ‘ME’ generation, in which ‘ME’ re.........Read More

Time is changing.  It’s claimed to be the time of the ‘ME’ generation. ‘ME’ refers to the young people in the world.  Is this also the case in our city? Write an article to share your views.‘ME’ generation in Hong KonThe 2^scentury is claimed to be the time of the ‘ME’ generation, in which ‘ME’ re.........Read More

Time is changing.  It’s claimed to be the time of the ‘ME’ generation. ‘ME’ refers to the young people in the world.  Is this also the case in our city? Write a letter to the editor to express your views towards the issue.Dear EditorI am writing to express my views towards the issue about ‘ME’ gene.........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 performance in Hong Kong. While these performances add spices to street culture, some people and even the buskers themselves call for more regulations on street performance. Write a letter to the editor stating why people have such a demand and discu.........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

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 an article to your school magazine, explaining the phen.........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

You read from the news that the suicide rate is on the rise among young Hongkongers. You are alarmed by this phenomenon and have therefore decided to write a letter to a local newspapeHong Kong Posto voice your opinion. In your letter, express your concern and discuss the possible causes. You shou.........Read More

You read from the news that the suicide rate is on the rise among young Hongkongers. You are alarmed by this phenomenon and have therefore decided to write a letter to a local newspapeHong Kong Posto voice your opinion. In your letter, express your concern and discuss the possible causes. You shou.........Read More

You read from the news that the suicide rate is on the rise among young Hongkongers. You are alarmed by this phenomenon and have therefore decided to write a letter to a local newspapeHong Kong Posto voice your opinion. In your letter, express your concern and discuss the possible causes. You shou.........Read More

You read from the news that the suicide rate is on the rise among young Hongkongers. You are alarmed by this phenomenon and have therefore decided to write a letter to a local newspapeHong Kong Posto voice your opinion. In your letter, express your concern and discuss the possible causes. You shou.........Read More

You read from the news that some employers are having a low opinion of the local young people. They are viewed as less valuable due to their poor attitude. You are worried about this phenomenon and have therefore decided to write a letter to a local newspapeHong Kong Posto voice your opinion. In y.........Read More

You read from the news that some employers are having a low opinion of the local young people. They are viewed as less valuable due to their poor attitude. You are worried about this phenomenon and have therefore decided to write a letter to a local newspapeHong Kong Posto voice your opinion. In y.........Read More

6C Kwok Yip Ling, ElainYou read from the news that some employers are having a low opinion of the local young people. They are viewed as less valuable due to their poor attitude. You are worried about this phenomenon and have therefore decided to write a letter to a local newspapeHong Kong Posto .........Read More

2. Learning English through Poem

Your friend Peter is planning to give up studying medicine in order to work for a youth drama group instead. He has written a letter to you asking for your advice on this matter. Write a letter of reply to Peter, explaining what you think he should do and why.Dear Peter.........Read More

6C Rachel LeunLearning English through Workplace CommunicatioYou work in the customer services department of a major airline.  You have received a complaint from a member of a famous orchestra, Miss Kary Mak, about a valuable musical instrument being damaged during an international flight.  Your .........Read More