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HKU LAW | 100% Exam-oriented | DSE ENG 三卷 5** | 名校拔尖導師

HKDSE English Language 2022-23

Phase 3 Lesson 4
Table of Contents
Writing Elaboration CEPC Model ................................................................................................... 2
Integrated Skills Drilling: Speech ................................................................................................. 10
Integrated Skills Mock (Speech) ................................................................................................... 20
2022 DSE Real scripts for reference.............................................................................................. 26

Short announcement:
All classwork / assignments / compositions should be submitted via email:
[email protected], NOT Whatsapp!!
• File name: Date (e.g. 0930) + Your full name (e.g. Chan Tai Man) + Your English name (e.g.
Alex) + Your class (e.g. Fri 1500-1700)
• If you hand in a hand-written version, please write on alternate lines so that I can have
enough spaces to mark your work.

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HKU LAW | 100% Exam-oriented | DSE ENG 三卷 5** | 名校拔尖導師

Writing Elaboration CEPC Model

2012 DSE Question 6

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HKU LAW | 100% Exam-oriented | DSE ENG 三卷 5** | 名校拔尖導師

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HKU LAW | 100% Exam-oriented | DSE ENG 三卷 5** | 名校拔尖導師

Paragraph:
Elements Elaborations
Comparison

Cause

Effect

Examples

Progressive relationship

Positive VS Negative Elaborations

Contrast

Chopping

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HKU LAW | 100% Exam-oriented | DSE ENG 三卷 5** | 名校拔尖導師

5** Sample Paragraph 1 Points to note

Some teenagers are often in lack of confidence and cannot

help casting doubt on themselves as a result of their

mediocre appearance. Different from those with beautiful,

adorable and alluring faces, some with a flawed outlook

may be teased since they are at a tender age. This explains

why many cannot but perceive appearance as highly

important. Some are even of the view that their inability to

find true love or close friends has much to do with their

unappealing appearance. What adds fuel to the fire is that

our society is overwhelmed with criticisms on those with an

unattractive appearance, such as Ah Yee on ATV. As we can

see, for all the mocking and criticisms on their flawed

appearance, it is inevitable that their confidence is subject

to their appearance. Performing cosmetic surgery is

therefore a perfect antidote to their low self-confidence. By

means of conducting cosmetic surgery, not only can one fix

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HKU LAW | 100% Exam-oriented | DSE ENG 三卷 5** | 名校拔尖導師

the flaws that they are dissatisfied with, but one can also

consult with the physicians and see what shapes and styles

match with her the most. This goes a long way towards

boosting one’s confidence. In terms of personality, they

may become more extroverted and more willing to open up

themselves as a result of their flawless appearance. In

terms of their fate, a boost in their confidence may

translate into their optimistic state of mind, which may add

up to their greater achievements too.

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 Alvin DSE English alvindseenglish
HKU LAW | 100% Exam-oriented | DSE ENG 三卷 5** | 名校拔尖導師

Paragraph:
Elements Elaborations
Comparison

Cause

Effect

Examples

Progressive relationship

Positive VS Negative Elaborations

Contrast

Chopping

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 Alvin DSE English alvindseenglish
HKU LAW | 100% Exam-oriented | DSE ENG 三卷 5** | 名校拔尖導師

5** Sample Paragraph 2 Points to note

The other reason accounting for the rising popularity of

cosmetic surgery has much to do with the twisted universal

values upheld by many in modern society. Gone are the

days when Hong Kong was known for its “Lion Rock Spirit”,

in which everyone was told that inner virtues such as

diligence and perseverance were the key to leading a good

life. However, many people nowadays prioritize physical

beauty over inner virtues, holding the belief that only a

flawless appearance can translate into better lives under

such a utilitarian society. For instance, they attribute

others’ career success to their alluring appearances, as

opposed to their actual work capabilities or their hard

work. They also attribute others’ good interpersonal

relationships to their attractive faces. They also attribute

others’ romantic love life to their good-looking appearance.

Never do they ponder about the possibility that the essence

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HKU LAW | 100% Exam-oriented | DSE ENG 三卷 5** | 名校拔尖導師

of others’ achievement lies in their inner virtues, whether

they be one’s diligence or good emotional control.

Therefore, despite the exorbitant expenses incurred by

performing cosmetic surgery, many are still willing to pay

for it as they believe an improved appearance is a prime

reason contributing to their practical benefits in career and

relationships.

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HKU LAW | 100% Exam-oriented | DSE ENG 三卷 5** | 名校拔尖導師

Integrated Skills Drilling: Speech

Points to note

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HKU LAW | 100% Exam-oriented | DSE ENG 三卷 5** | 名校拔尖導師

Situation

Instruction from your boss

Dear Joey,

Thanks for your help.

Kerry

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HKU LAW | 100% Exam-oriented | DSE ENG 三卷 5** | 名校拔尖導師

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HKU LAW | 100% Exam-oriented | DSE ENG 三卷 5** | 名校拔尖導師

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HKU LAW | 100% Exam-oriented | DSE ENG 三卷 5** | 名校拔尖導師

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HKU LAW | 100% Exam-oriented | DSE ENG 三卷 5** | 名校拔尖導師

Write a speech using information from the B2 Data File. Write around 150 words. (19 marks)

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HKU LAW | 100% Exam-oriented | DSE ENG 三卷 5** | 名校拔尖導師

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and what seemed hopeless failure may turn to glorious success.
 Alvin DSE English alvindseenglish
HKU LAW | 100% Exam-oriented | DSE ENG 三卷 5** | 名校拔尖導師

Integrated Skills 5** Sample – Speech (2014 T9)

Level 3-4 Level 5**
Good morning ladies and gentlemen, Good morning ladies and gentlemen,

I am going to introduce you the Welcome all to the Open Day of the Kowloon Exotic Pets

background of virtual pets and how Hospital! I’m so glad to meet so many pet lovers here!

the elderly use them. Before I start, let me ask you all a question – have you all

thought of the idea of owning virtual pets? Don’t be

surprised - virtual pets have really come into fashion

these days! In the following speech, I’m going to

introduce you all the fun facts of virtual pets!

Virtual pet is a digital application that So let me tell you what a virtual pet is: it’s a digital

stimulates online the experience of application that simulates online the experience of having

having a real pet. Its usage has a real pet. And I suppose many of you know why it is so

increased with widespread and popular nowadays: thanks to the widespread and cheap

cheaper access to the Internet. access to the Internet, its usage has grown rapidly. What

According to the statistics revealed by may also be astonishing to most of you is the users of

Online Today magazine, a significant virtual pets: it is the elderly who adopt virtual pets the

portion of virtual pet users are over 65. most! According to the statistics revealed by Online

Today magazine, a significant portion of virtual pet users

are over 65!

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HKU LAW | 100% Exam-oriented | DSE ENG 三卷 5** | 名校拔尖導師

The virtual pet is popular because they So why is virtual pet particularly popular among the

can keep their minds active as they get elderly? Well, for a start, as they get older, they would like

older. Also, grandsons can stay and to keep their minds active. Playing virtual pets is a perfect

teach them how to use the computer means given that they would perform usual tasks and

and how to have a virtual pet. Besides, usual things with these pets. Plus, have you ever thought

the apartment buildings do not allow that virtual pet is also a means for the elderly to enhance

users to own pets - so if they want a relationship with their grandchildren? Grandchildren can

dog, they get an online pet. teach them how to use the computer and have a virtual

pet. Isn’t it awesome? Lastly, its high popularly has much

to do with the tight restriction from the apartment

buildings as well. Given that the pets are forbidden in

these buildings, they have no choice but to opt for virtual

pets.

Virtual pet owners are fond of You may also wonder, how do the owners play with the

breeding the pets online – some have virtual pets? Well, the way they play with virtual pets is

built up extensive breeding exchange certainly so mind-blowing that you could not have

programmes and swap them for other possibly imagined! Virtual pet owners are fond of

pets they do not own. They also cross- breeding the pets online – some have built up extensive

breed animals and even create super breeding exchange programmes and swap them for other

pets. Apart from breeding, some of the pets they do not own while others open different online

accounts with different virtual pet sites to breed virtual

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HKU LAW | 100% Exam-oriented | DSE ENG 三卷 5** | 名校拔尖導師

elderly even sell the virtual pets to pets. Much to your surprise, they also cross-breed

other online breeders. animals and even create super pets! Can you believe that

there are so many keen virtual pet breeders? Apart from

breeding, the old also regard virtual pets as a means to

generate profits. Some of the elderly even sell the virtual

pets to other online breeders, which can be quite good

money for the retired! One told us that they are making

50 dollars a month each by selling the virtual pets.

Impressive, isn’t it?

Thank you very much for listening, and Virtual pets can be much more fun than you could

I wish you all an awesome day in the possibly imagine! Definitely try it out if you would like to

hospital! add colors to your lives! Thank you very much for

listening, and I wish you all an awesome day in the

hospital!

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 Alvin DSE English alvindseenglish
HKU LAW | 100% Exam-oriented | DSE ENG 三卷 5** | 名校拔尖導師

Integrated Skills Mock (Speech)

You are Charlie. You work as a personal assistant to Jessica Cheuk, a business founder of Hong Kong
Night Safari. The company is opening a new tourist attraction in Hong Kong.

Email from Jessica to Charlie

Hi Charlie,

I need you to write my speech for the grand opening of the new tourist attraction . The speech
should cover:
- what people can expect at the grand opening; and
- some of the problems we've experienced.
I want to end on a positive note though, so follow this up with something uplifting. Start by looking
at the Skype chat between Felicity and me and my interview with Vibrant Hong Kong.

Thanks,
Jessica

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HKU LAW | 100% Exam-oriented | DSE ENG 三卷 5** | 名校拔尖導師

Skype Chat between Jessica Cheuk and Felicity Lau

Jessica: Hi, Joseph. We need to talk about the grand opening ... I was thinking a gourmet BBQ
dinner would be a good idea ... What do you reckon?

Joseph: Don’t know ... a regular night at the park will include a BBQ, so I'm not sure it'll be all that
special.

Jessica: Good point! How about a buffet instead?

Joseph: It'll need to be a gourmet buffet though - the food will need to be good enough to make
it worth their while queuing up for it!

Jessica: Yes, of course! And we're still going to have a number of performances, right?

Joseph: Oh yes, absolutely. I've got Kim tracking down some decent musicians to play live for us,
and I'm thinking it'd be good to have dancers as well - they can accompany the musicians … There
was mention at one point of having talks by government officials, but l've decided to ditch that
idea. Nobody wants long boring speeches at something like this.

Jessica: No, that's right. They're always as dull as dishwater! Guided tour?

Joseph: Yeah, that's still going ahead. I'm not sure if we'll have time to get around the whole park,
but that's still my intention …

Jessica: Well, fingers crossed!

Joseph: Oh, it'll happen, one way or another! The interactive show is all lined up though, so that's
good.

Jessica: I'm really looking forward to that show - it'll be the first time l've seen our amazing
animals! Do you know how many animals will feature in the show?

Joseph: No, I don't know the details, but I can find out if you like …

Jessica: Nah, that's OK ... I like surprises!

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HKU LAW | 100% Exam-oriented | DSE ENG 三卷 5** | 名校拔尖導師

Interview excerpt from podcast: Vibrant Hong Kong

Mollie: I'm very lucky today to be talking with Joseph Wong, the man behind our new tourist
attraction on Lantau Island. Can you tell us what it's all about, Joseph?

Joseph: Well, it's a night safari. It's like a regular safari park, but with a focus on nocturnal animals.
We hope the people of Hong Kong - and tourists, of course - will really embrace it.

Mollie: I think it sounds amazing. The park is due to open very soon, isn't it? You must be excited.

Joseph: To be honest, I'm too exhausted to be excited. I'm sure when the opening date gets closer
I'll be more enthusiastic, but right now, I'd just like to curl up in bed and sleep for a week!

Mollie: It has been tough, hasn't it?

Joseph: Oh, for sure. And this project has cost a bomb, so my bank manager isn't too happy with
me, but I'm sure that'Il sort itself out eventually.

Mollie: Yes, such projects aren't cheap, are they?

Joseph: Certainly not. But as the saying goes, you have to spend money to make money. For me,
though, the worst bit has been having to cut through all the red tape. It's been a nightmare trying
to deal with all the different government departments and get all the right permits and licences -
talk about a headache!

Mollie: Mmm, I don't envy you that task. Bureaucracy can make even the simplest task feel like
it's impossible, can't it?

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HKU LAW | 100% Exam-oriented | DSE ENG 三卷 5** | 名校拔尖導師

Joseph: Oh yes. Dealing with all those official rules really slowed things down and made things
way more difficult. It was easier to deal with the wild animals! Actually though, I shouldn't joke
about that. There have been a few visits to the emergency room!

Mollie: Oh dear! Nothing too serious I hope?

Joseph: Well, nothing a few stitches and some antibiotics didn't fix! But our workers are a tough
bunch, and they know the risks when dealing with animals like this. In any case, we can't talk
about problems without saying that they've all been worth it, as I'm sure you'll agree when you
come along to check out the park.

Mollie: Yes, I'm really looking forward to it.

Joseph: Not long to wait now!

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HKU LAW | 100% Exam-oriented | DSE ENG 三卷 5** | 名校拔尖導師

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HKU LAW | 100% Exam-oriented | DSE ENG 三卷 5** | 名校拔尖導師

2022 DSE Real scripts for reference

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and what seemed hopeless failure may turn to glorious success.
 Alvin DSE English alvindseenglish
HKU LAW | 100% Exam-oriented | DSE ENG 三卷 5** | 名校拔尖導師

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HKU LAW | 100% Exam-oriented | DSE ENG 三卷 5** | 名校拔尖導師

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HKU LAW | 100% Exam-oriented | DSE ENG 三卷 5** | 名校拔尖導師

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HKU LAW | 100% Exam-oriented | DSE ENG 三卷 5** | 名校拔尖導師

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HKU LAW | 100% Exam-oriented | DSE ENG 三卷 5** | 名校拔尖導師

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HKU LAW | 100% Exam-oriented | DSE ENG 三卷 5** | 名校拔尖導師

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HKU LAW | 100% Exam-oriented | DSE ENG 三卷 5** | 名校拔尖導師

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HKU LAW | 100% Exam-oriented | DSE ENG 三卷 5** | 名校拔尖導師

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HKU LAW | 100% Exam-oriented | DSE ENG 三卷 5** | 名校拔尖導師

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HKU LAW | 100% Exam-oriented | DSE ENG 三卷 5** | 名校拔尖導師

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