For mainland and Hong Kong DSE candidates

30 minutes to understand all four DSE English papers.

Designed for mainland DSE candidates, and open to Hong Kong students too. One lesson on what each paper tests and how to score.

HK$50one lesson
about 30 minutes
Putonghua or Cantonese

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All four papers in one lesson

What each paper tests, how to split your time, and where marks are most often lost.

Paper 1 Reading

What it tests

Reading comprehension: Part A is compulsory; for Part B you choose the easier B1 or the harder B2.

Scoring tips

Read the questions first, then find where the answers are, instead of reading the whole text before answering.
B1 caps you at Level 4; if you are aiming for Level 5 or above, choose B2.

Paper 2 Writing

What it tests

Writing: a shorter task in Part A, and one longer piece chosen from several questions in Part B.

Scoring tips

Spend two minutes on an outline before you write: points, examples, conclusion.
Accurate words beat fancy ones; leave time to check your grammar.

Paper 3 Listening & Integrated Skills

What it tests

Part A is listening tasks; Part B combines recordings and a Data File into written tasks, again split into B1 and B2.

Scoring tips

Before the recording starts, read the questions and Data File so you know what to listen for.
In Part B, match the format and tone the task asks for, and transfer information accurately.

Paper 4 Speaking

What it tests

A group discussion plus an individual response, testing how you express ideas and respond to others.

Scoring tips

In the discussion, respond to what others say rather than only making your own points.
In the individual response, answer the question directly first, then add one reason or example.

Lesson details

Price: HK$50
Length: about 30 minutes
Language: Putonghua or Cantonese
Format: [TBC: live or recorded]
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