2015 DSE q1

A recent article in the Young Post suggested that an 8:00 am start to the
school day makes students feel tired and sleepy. Write to the editor of Young
Post expressing your views on the following:
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Why students feel tired ; and

Whether or not a 9:00 am start will solve the problem

Some parts of the letter have been given to you.

2015 DSE social issues
Many parents in hong kong are sending their children to other countries to
complete their schooling. Write an article for your school magazine examining
two reasons for this phenomenon. You should also discuss the impact of this
on local schools and on children who leave to study overseas.
2015 DSE debating
Many parts of Hong Kongs harbor front are still undeveloped. Some suggest
using these areas for housing and commercial use, while others argue that
such areas should be left as open space for public use. Write to the editor of
Hong Kong Daily stating your opinion either for or against leaving these areas
open for public use. Justify your point of view with three reasons.
2014 DSE part 1
You have been asked to write an article about an old village called Lucky
Village.
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Life in lucky village 40 years ago

An event that changed lucky village
What lucky village is famous for

2014 DSE social issues

Some people believe that filming movies in the city center should not be
allowed. Others support it. Write a letter to the editor of Hong Kong Daily
giving your opinions. Provide three reasons to support your point of view.
2014 DSE debating
Currently, only a small number of students in your school have access to
school lockers. As the chairperson of the Student Union of your school, you
have collected the views of students from different classes on this issue.
Write a letter to Ms Lee, your school principal, to persuade her to change the
policy on lockers.
2012 DSE sports communication
You have been following an online debate in health and fitness eMag about
the value of doing virtual sports ( such as those played on a wii ) versus real
sports. Write your view on the topic and post it on the online forum.

2012 DSE popular culture

The human desire to look attractive is universal and because of this, cosmetic
surgery is now a multi-million dollar industry. Write a letter to the editor of the
Hong Kong express about the obsession with physical beauty.
2013 pp debating
You are a member of the school debating club. Your club is entering a
debating contest and the motion is Nuclear Power is the best source of
energy for the future. Decide whether you are for or against this motion and
write your debate speech. The members with the best speeches will be
chosen to represent the school at the competition.
13 UE Q1
Does face bring people a happy life? Write an essay stating your views and
support these views with three reasons. Give your essay an appropriate title.
13 UE Q2
There is a common saying in English, honesty is the best policy. Do you
believe this statement is correct at all times and under all circumstances?
Write an essay giving your opinion and support these views with three
reasons. Give your essay an appropriate title.
13 UE Q3
Most redevelopment in Hong Kong is concerned with providing new homes
and offices. You strongly believe that more space in redevelopment projects
should be given to sports facilities. Write a letter to the editor of the Hong
Kong Post, expressing your views and supporting your arguments with
reasons.
13 UE Q4
Your secondary school currently has very few form 1 students. Because of
this, there is a strong risk that your school may be closed in the near future.
For various reasons, having smaller classes at your school is not an option, so
your school needs to attract more form 1 students in order to survive. As the
president of the students association, write a letter to your principle
suggesting three ways to attract more students to the school.