SJC & WYK Entrance Assessment - Creative Challenge

聖若瑟書院 St. Joseph's College (SJC)

2025-2026 Admissions Assessment - Integrated Skills Challenge

1. English Reading Aloud & Comprehension

Please read the following passage aloud and be ready to answer a question.

St. Joseph's College, with its motto "Labour and Virtue," has a very long history. Our beautiful campus has two very old buildings, the North Block and the West Block, which are now declared monuments. This means they are very important to Hong Kong's history. For our 150th anniversary, students even helped design a special tram to share our "Green and White" spirit with the whole city. It shows how we value both our past and our creative future.

Question: The passage mentions a special tram. Why do you think the school chose a tram to celebrate its anniversary?

2. 中文演說:我的「綠白精神」

請準備一段約 1.5 分鐘的短講。

「聖若瑟書院的『綠白精神』強調『勤勞與美德』(Labour and Virtue)。你在小學時,曾參加過足球校隊、公益少年團、奧數比賽和鋼琴比賽,這些活動都需要大量的時間和努力。請選擇其中一項你最深刻的經歷,告訴我們你是如何展示『勤勞』(Labour) 的一面去練習和準備,並如何體現『美德』(Virtue),例如在團隊中與人合作,或在比賽中尊重對手。」

3. Picture Story & Problem Solving

Look at the three pictures below. Describe what is happening and answer the question.
Panel 1 🏁 Panel 2 🏁 Panel 3 🏁 "Together!"

Question: The green runner gave up the chance to win the race. Do you think he made the right choice? Why? How does this story connect to the SJC spirit?

4. 數學與創意 (Mathematics & Creativity)

問題一:聖若瑟書院的北座(舊大樓)建築上有許多拱形窗戶。假設其中一個窗戶的上半部是一個半圓形,下半部是一個長方形。如果長方形的闊度是 1.4 米,而整個窗戶的總高度是 2 米,請問這個窗戶的面積是多少平方米?(圓周率 π 請使用 3.14 計算)

問題二:我們知道你在奧數方面很有經驗。現在,請你發揮創意,為學校設計一個「數學機械人」,它可以幫助低年級同學學習。你會如何設計?它會有什麼特別的功能來讓數學變得更有趣?

5. Personal Growth & Values

You have many interests like rock climbing, playing the piano, and learning Japanese. SJC encourages students to develop in many areas. How would you balance these hobbies with your schoolwork? If you had to start a new club at SJC, what would it be and why?

6. 時事與批判思考 (Current Affairs & Critical Thinking) - 中文

近年,很多人都更關心精神健康。你認為,作為一個中學生,可以如何幫助自己和身邊的同學保持積極、樂觀的心態?你過去在學校擔任數學大使的經驗,對幫助同學方面有什麼啟發?

九龍華仁書院 Wah Yan College, Kowloon (WYK)

2025-2026 Admissions Assessment - Integrated Skills Challenge

1. English Reading Aloud & Comprehension

Please read the following passage aloud and be ready to answer a question.

Wah Yan College, Kowloon, is a Jesuit school. This means we want to help students become "Men for and with Others." We encourage students to have Competence, Commitment, Compassion, and Conscience. Our school gives students a lot of freedom, but with this freedom comes responsibility. We believe students learn best through experience, thinking about that experience (which we call reflection), and then taking action. It is a journey to become a better person who serves the community.

Question: The passage mentions "freedom with responsibility." Can you give an example of how a student can show both freedom and responsibility at school?

2. 中文短講:教堂的幾何

請看著以下的圖案,並準備一段約 1.5 分鐘的演說。
WYK Chapel Window Pattern

「這幅圖案的靈感來自九龍華仁書院小教堂的建築特色。 這裡有圓形和十字架。如果你是一位學校的導賞員,你會如何向新同學介紹這些圖案,並把它們與華仁書院『關懷、公義和責任』的核心價值連繫起來?」

3. Logic & Creative Problem-Solving

Answer the following questions.

Part 1 (Math): A student-led club at Wah Yan decides to organize a charity hiking event. They plan a 12 km route. For the first 4 km, the students walk at an average speed of 3 km/h. For the next 6 km, they increase their speed to 4 km/h. For the final 2 km, their speed drops to 2 km/h. If they took a 30-minute break during the hike, how much total time did they take to complete the event?

Part 2 (Creativity): You have won many Math Olympiad awards. Wah Yan encourages students to use their talents to serve others. How would you use your math and problem-solving skills to design a fun activity for the school's Open Day to help visitors understand the Jesuit value of "Compassion"?

4. 中文處境應對 (Situational Response in Chinese)

華仁書院一個很大的特色是「自由學風」,老師相信學生能夠自律。假設你和幾位同學在一個小組專題報告中,因為太「自由」,沒有好好協調,導致在截止前一天才發現進度落後。你會怎樣做?在這件事中,你如何學到「自由」與「責任」的平衡?

5. Self-Introduction & Aspiration

Please give a 1-minute self-introduction. Tell us about one achievement you are most proud of, and one personal weakness you are trying to improve. Why do you think Wah Yan College, Kowloon is a good place for you to grow?

6. Abstract Thinking (中文)

在你的書包裡,哪一件文具最能代表你?為什麼?請解釋。

面試貼士 (Interview Tips)

面試官希望透過這些問題,全面了解學生的學術能力、個人品格、創意思維、對學校文化的認同感,以及是否具備成為「綠白之子」或「華仁仔」的潛質。回答時應展現自信、真誠和對學校的熱情。

聖若瑟書院 (St. Joseph's College)

1. English Reading Aloud & Comprehension
為何發問:此題評估學生的英語發音、流暢度及閱讀理解能力。問題部分則考驗學生的聯想和分析能力,看他們能否將學校的行動與香港的文化背景聯繫起來。
應試策略:
  • 朗讀準備:朗讀時注意發音清晰、語調自然,遇到不熟悉的單字(如: monuments, anniversary)要保持鎮定。
  • 理解內容:快速掌握文章核心:歷史(monuments)、精神(Green and White spirit)和創新(tram)。
  • 思考答案:回答問題時,可從電車的歷史意義、在城市中的穿梭角色、以及與SJC歷史悠久的形象相結合等方面思考。
"I think the school chose a tram because, just like St. Joseph's College, the tram is a very important and old part of Hong Kong's history. Trams travel all around the city, so it's like a moving advertisement that can share the school's happy 150th birthday and our 'Green and White' spirit with everyone in Hong Kong, not just people who visit our campus. It connects the school's long history with the history of the city."
2. 中文演說:我的「綠白精神」
為何發問:此題為特意為考生度身訂造,旨在評估學生如何將自己的真實經歷與學校的校訓(Labour and Virtue)結合,檢視其價值觀和自我反思能力。面試官希望看到學生不僅是「數獎項」,而是能深入理解獎項背後的努力和品德。
應試策略:
  • 選取佳例:選擇一個能同時說明「勤勞」和「美德」的例子。例如,足球隊訓練的艱辛(勤勞)和輸掉比賽後仍與隊友互相鼓勵(美德)。
  • 結構清晰:先簡述事件,再分別解釋當中如何體現「勤勞」和「美德」,最後總結這次經歷如何讓你認同SJC的校訓。
  • 真誠分享:分享個人感受和得著,讓演說更具感染力。
「我最深刻的經歷是代表足球校隊出賽。為了準備比賽,我們整個夏天差不多每星期都要訓練三、四天,這就是『勤勞』。即使天氣很熱、身體很累,我們也沒有放棄,因為我們想為學校爭光。在其中一場關鍵比賽中,我們輸了,大家都很失望。但當時我們沒有互相指責,反而一起圍圈,互相拍膊頭鼓勵,並向對手握手祝賀。我認為這就是『美德』,學會尊重對手、團結隊友,比贏得比賽更重要。這個經歷讓我深深體會到聖若瑟『勤勞與美德』的校訓,我很希望能在這裡繼續學習和成長。」
3. Picture Story & Problem Solving
為何發問:此題模仿喇沙書院的面試題型,評估學生的觀察力、英語故事敘述能力、價值觀判斷及解難能力。面試官希望了解學生是否具備同理心,以及能否將個人價值觀與學校精神連結。
應試策略:
  • 描述畫面:按順序清晰地描述三幅圖畫的內容(what, who, where, what happened)。
  • 正面回答:答案應強調幫助他人比個人勝負更重要,這符合學校的道德教育方向。
  • 連結精神:將圖中互助的行為與SJC的「綠白精神」、兄弟情(brotherhood)、體育精神等核心價值連結起來。
"In the first picture, two runners in green and white are in a race, but the white runner falls down. In the second picture, the green runner stops and goes back to help the white runner get up. In the final picture, they are crossing the finish line together, looking happy. Yes, I think the green runner made the right choice. Winning a race is good, but helping a friend is more important. This story shows great sportsmanship. It connects perfectly to the SJC spirit, which teaches us about 'Virtue'. It shows that being a good and caring person is the real prize. It's about teamwork and brotherhood, not just about being number one."
4. 數學與創意 (Mathematics & Creativity)
為何發問:問題一評估學生在真實情境下的數學應用能力(幾何圖形面積計算)。問題二則結合考生的奧數背景,評估其創意、解難能力和服務他人的意願,看他能否將個人專長轉化為對社群的貢獻。
應試策略:
  • 數學題:仔細審題,將複雜圖形分解為半圓和長方形。清晰列出計算步驟。半徑 = 1.4m / 2 = 0.7m。長方形高度 = 2m - 0.7m = 1.3m。
  • 創意題:想像一個有趣、互動的機械人。可以從遊戲化學習、視覺化解題、個人化進度追蹤等方面構思。展現你樂於助人的一面。
問題一: 首先,計算半圓的半徑:1.4 米 ÷ 2 = 0.7 米。
然後,計算長方形的高度:2 米 - 0.7 米 = 1.3 米。
長方形面積 = 1.4 米 × 1.3 米 = 1.82 平方米。
半圓面積 = (0.7 米 × 0.7 米 × 3.14) ÷ 2 = 0.7693 平方米。
總面積 = 1.82 + 0.7693 = 2.5893 平方米。
答案:窗戶的面積是 2.5893 平方米。
問題二: 「我會設計一個名叫『Math Buddy』的機械人。它的外形像我們學校的綠白吉祥物。它的肚子上有一個觸控螢幕,可以將抽象的數學題變成好玩的動畫遊戲。例如,學習分數時,它會顯示一個薄餅,讓同學親手切開。如果同學答對了,『Math Buddy』會做出拍手和歡呼的動作;如果答錯了,它會用溫柔的聲音提供提示,而不是直接給答案。我希望能利用我的奧數知識,設計一些有挑戰性但又有趣的謎題,幫助學弟們愛上數學。」
5. Personal Growth & Values
為何發問:此題評估學生的時間管理能力、領導潛力和主動性。面試官想知道學生是否是一個懂得平衡、全面發展的人,以及他對學校的歸屬感和貢獻意願。
應試策略:
  • 時間管理:說明你會如何制定時間表,區分優先次序(例如:先功課,後興趣),並強調自律。
  • 創立學會:提出一個具體、有創意的學會,並解釋其目的和意義。可以結合你的個人興趣(如攀石、日語)或服務精神。
  • 展現熱情:回答時應表現出對活動的熱誠和對貢獻學校的渴望。
"I believe the key to balance is good planning. I will make a weekly schedule to make sure I have enough time for homework, revision, and my hobbies. For example, I will finish my schoolwork first before I practice piano or go rock climbing. For starting a new club, I would love to start a 'Japanese Culture and Language Club'. Since I have been learning Japanese, I want to share the fun of the language and culture, like origami or anime, with my schoolmates. It could also help prepare us for future exchange programs and learn to be more open to different cultures, which is important for being a global citizen."
6. 時事與批判思考 (Current Affairs & Critical Thinking) - 中文
為何發問:此題評估學生的社會意識、同理心和應用知識解決問題的能力。面試官希望看到學生不僅關心自己,也關心他人,並能從過往經驗中學習和遷移技能。
應試策略:
  • 提出具體方法:從個人和朋輩兩個層面提出建議。例如:個人層面可以做運動、找人傾訴;朋輩層面可以多關心同學、組織一些放鬆的活動。
  • 連結過往經驗:將「數學大使」的經驗(例如:耐心解釋難題、鼓勵同學不要怕困難)應用到關心同學精神健康的層面,展現你的同理心和解難能力。
「我認為要保持心態樂觀,首先要懂得尋求幫助,當自己不開心時,可以跟朋友、家人或老師傾訴。另外,多做運動,像我喜歡踢足球和攀石,這些活動都很有幫助。在同學之間,我們可以多點留意身邊的人,如果發現有同學不開心,可以主動關心他,邀請他一起參加活動。我做數學大使時,經常遇到一些因題目太難而感到挫敗的同學。我學會了要很有耐性地聆聽他們的問題,並鼓勵他們『不怕錯,慢慢來』。我覺得這種『同行』和鼓勵的精神,同樣可以用來支持有情緒需要的同學,讓他們知道自己不是孤單一人。」

九龍華仁書院 (Wah Yan College, Kowloon)

1. English Reading Aloud & Comprehension
為何發問:此題評估學生的英語發音、流暢度及對抽象概念的理解能力。問題部分考驗學生是否真正理解華仁「自由與責任」的辦學理念,並能否將其具體化。
應試策略:
  • 朗讀準備:朗讀時注意關鍵詞的發音,如 Jesuit, Competence, Compassion, Conscience, reflection。語氣應自信、肯定。
  • 理解概念:快速掌握「為人而為」、「四個C」以及「經驗、反思、行動」的循環。
  • 具體舉例:回答問題時,選擇一個貼近學生生活的例子,如做功課、籌備活動等,清晰說明當中的「自由」選擇和應負的「責任」。
"A good example is when a teacher gives us a week to finish a project. The 'freedom' part is that we can choose our topic, how to present our work, and when to do it within that week. The 'responsibility' part is that we must manage our time well, cooperate with our groupmates, and hand in high-quality work on time without the teacher checking on us every day. It means we are trusted to do our best work by ourselves."
2. 中文短講:教堂的幾何
為何發問:此題結合學校的真實場景(教堂建築),評估學生的觀察力、創意思維、口語表達能力,以及將具體事物與抽象價值觀聯繫起來的能力。
應試策略:
  • 發揮聯想:將圖案元素與價值觀進行有創意的連結。例如,圓形象徵「包容」和「圓滿的關懷」;十字架象徵「犧牲」、「服務」和「公義」。
  • 結構清晰:以導賞員的身份開始,先介紹圖案,再逐一解釋其象徵意義,最後總結這些價值觀對華仁學生的重要性。
  • 情感投入:用充滿熱情和自豪的語氣介紹,讓面試官感受到你對學校文化的認同。
「各位新同學,歡迎來到九龍華仁書院。大家請看我們教堂窗戶上這些特別的圖案。你們看到了什麼?對,有圓形和十字架。在我看來,這個圓形象徵著『關懷』與『包容』,代表華仁仔的心胸像圓一樣廣闊,願意接納和關心身邊每一個人。而這個十字架,則提醒我們耶穌會『為人而為』的精神,要有『公義』之心,並願意為服務他人而付出,這就是我們的『責任』。希望大家在華仁的校園裡,能時刻記著這份精神,成為一個有關懷、有公義、有責任感的人。」
3. Logic & Creative Problem-Solving
為何發問:第一部分評估學生的數學應用題解題能力,包括多步驟計算和單位換算。第二部分則結合考生的奧數強項,評估他能否跳出純計算的框架,發揮創意,並將學術能力與學校的核心價值(Compassion)結合。
應試策略:
  • 數學題:分段計算時間。第一段:4km / 3km/h = 4/3 h = 80 min。第二段:6km / 4km/h = 1.5 h = 90 min。第三段:2km / 2km/h = 1 h = 60 min。總時間 = 80 + 90 + 60 + 30 (休息) = 260 分鐘或 4 小時 20 分鐘。
  • 創意題:構思一個能讓參與者「體驗」到同理心的數學活動。重點不是計算,而是活動背後的意義。
"Part 1: Time for the first part = 4 km / 3 km/h = 1 and 1/3 hours = 8 0 minutes. Time for the second part = 6 km / 4 km/h = 1.5 hours = 90 minutes. Time for the final part = 2 km / 2 km/h = 1 hour = 60 minutes. Break time = 30 minutes. Total time = 80 + 90 + 60 + 30 = 260 minutes. This is equal to 4 hours and 20 minutes.
Part 2: I would design a math game called 'The Compassion Calculator'. It's a team game where visitors solve a series of math puzzles. But here's the twist: some puzzles are very easy, and some are extremely hard. The rule is that the whole team can only move to the next stage when every single member has solved their puzzle. This would encourage team members who finish early to use their time to help those who are struggling. The goal is not just to be fast, but to make sure no one is left behind. This game uses my math skills but teaches the value of 'Compassion' – helping and understanding others."
4. 中文處境應對 (Situational Response in Chinese)
為何發問:此題評估學生的解難能力、責任感、溝通和協作技巧。面試官希望了解學生在「自由」的環境下,遇到問題時會如何應對,是會推卸責任還是積極解決。
應試策略:
  • 展現承擔:第一步是承認問題,而不是指責隊友。
  • 提出方案:提出具體、可行的解決方法,例如:緊急開會、分工合作、尋求老師協助等。
  • 反思學習:清晰說明從事件中學到什麼,特別是關於「自由」需要「自律」和「溝通」來配合。
「如果遇到這個情況,我首先會立刻召集所有組員開緊急會議,我們不會花時間互相埋怨,而是坦誠地承認我們因為太『自由』而忽略了溝通。然後,我們會重新評估剩下的工作量,並清晰地將工作分配給每一個人,設定好完成時間。我會建議我們一起留在學校完成,互相支持。如有需要,我們也會誠實地向老師報告情況,尋求指引或申請延期。經過這件事,我會學到,華仁的『自由』不是放任,它需要我們有更強的『責任感』和更好的溝通技巧去管理自己和團隊,這是一個寶貴的學習經驗。」
5. Self-Introduction & Aspiration
為何發問:這是評估學生英語表達能力、自信心和自我認知度的標準問題。面試官希望透過此題快速了解學生的亮點、誠實度(承認弱點)以及他們選擇華仁的深層次原因。
應試策略:
  • 結構完整:自我介紹應簡潔有力,包括姓名、小學、興趣等。
  • 成就與弱點:選擇一個你真正自豪的成就(例如:在一次重要的數學比賽中獲獎),並誠實地提出一個可以改善的弱點(例如:有時會過於專注細節、公開演說時會緊張),並說明你正在如何改進。
  • 為何選擇華仁:不要只說學校有名,要具體說出學校的哪個特點吸引你,例如「自由學風」、「重視全人發展」、「為人而為的精神」,並說明這如何能幫助你成長。
"Good morning, teachers. My name is [Your Name], and I am a Primary 6 student from [Your Primary School]. I love challenges, whether it's solving a difficult math problem in my Olympiad classes, or reaching the top of a wall in rock climbing. The achievement I am most proud of is winning a gold medal in a team math competition, because we worked together to solve the problems. A weakness I am trying to improve is that sometimes I get a little nervous when speaking in front of a large group of people. To improve, I have joined the debate team and practice speaking more in class. I believe Wah Yan is the best school for me because of its 'freedom with responsibility' culture. I am an independent learner, and I believe this environment will allow me to explore my interests in science and math, while also teaching me to be a responsible and caring person, a 'man for others'."
6. Abstract Thinking (中文)
為何發問:此題模仿喇沙書院的面試題型,評估學生的創意、聯想力和自我認知。答案沒有對錯,重點在於學生能否有創意地為自己的選擇提供合理、有深度的解釋。
應試策略:
  • 快速選擇:選擇一樣你熟悉的文具。
  • 創意連結:將文具的特性與自己的性格或優點聯繫起來。例如:鉛筆(可以改錯,代表願意學習和進步)、螢光筆(能標示重點,代表善於抓重點)、間尺(正直、有規律)等。
  • 解釋清晰:用一至兩個理由清晰地解釋你的選擇。
「如果要在我的書包裡選一件文具代表我,我會選擇一支螢光筆。因為螢光筆的功能不是寫新的東西,而是在已有的知識上,標示出最重要的部分。我覺得這很像我,我喜歡在學習中找出關鍵點和規律,就像我在準備奧數時一樣。而且,螢光筆讓重點變得清晰,我希望自己也能成為一個思路清晰,並且能幫助同學找到學習重點的人。」
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