SPORTS PROMOTION (2021 DSE P2Q3) 'To significantly enhance the quality of life of Hong Kong people, the government should increase the resources allocated to culture and sports.' To what extent do you agree with this view? Explain your answer. (12 marks) [Do NOT reveal the answer below until you have tried hard.]
[1. Click on the hyperlinks to remind yourself of the definition and criteria needed for this question
2. Put the criteria under the QoL perspectives and see if it helps you come up with new ideas]
Economic:
(+) Reduce government expenses on medical care; increase productivity
(+) Increase tourist-related revenue, e.g. Rugby 7, formula e
(-) Generate limited revenue as the local sports market is small to sustain high-revenue matches, thus the cost-effectiveness of investment is low
Social:
(+) Reduce stress means better and broaden social circle means better spiritual life.
(-) No time to to engage in sports activities
(+) Increase sense of pride for sport achievement, e.g. Sarah Lee
(-) Priority of resources allocation should be given to those that enhance the material life of Hong Kong, e.g., housing planning, infrastructure
E-PAYMENT (2021 DSE P2Q2a) What are the impacts of electronic payment on Hong Kong's consumption pattern? Explain your answer. (8 marks)
Hint: The use of 4W and 1H is use here - Anytime, anywhere, any way (wild or not)
INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGY (2021 DSE P2Q2b) Innovative technology brings more opportunities than challenges to the career prospect of young people in Hong Kong.' To what extent do you agree with this view? Explain your answer. (12 marks)
Define 'innovative technology': e.g. e-commerce
Define 'career prospect': e.g. local/global market; industry fields; skill match/mismatch
Think of the characteristics of young people in Hong Kong: bilingual, I.T.-savvy