Pre-Secondary One Hong Kong Attainment Test · English Language
5 multiple-choice questions marked as you go, and 5 written questions with worked solutions. All on Transport.
Read the travel information and identify the cheapest way to travel from Kowloon to Hong Kong Island.
1. MTR (Cross-harbour): $15.0 per trip.
2. Star Ferry: $5.0 per trip.
3. Cross-harbour Bus: $11.5 per trip.
4. Taxi: $80.0 plus tunnel tolls.
Read the transport schedule and answer the question.
Bus Route 5X (Express):
- Stops: Kennedy Town, Central, Wan Chai, Causeway Bay.
- Frequency: Every 10 minutes.
- Fare: \$7.5
Bus Route 5B (Standard):
- Stops: All stops between Kennedy Town and Causeway Bay.
- Frequency: Every 15 minutes.
- Fare: \$4.3
Based on the details, why might a passenger choose Route 5X instead of Route 5B?
Compare the travel options for a commuter traveling from Sha Tin to Central during the morning rush hour.
Option A: MTR (East Rail & Tsuen Wan Line)
- Time: 35 minutes.
- Fare: \$16.5.
- Note: Very crowded; standing room only.
Option B: Resident's Coach (Direct Bus)
- Time: 55 minutes (subject to tunnel traffic).
- Fare: \$22.0.
- Note: Guaranteed seat; air-conditioned.
Option C: Taxi
- Time: 30 minutes (if no traffic).
- Fare: Approximately \$200.0.
- Note: Expensive; fastest if roads are clear.
Based on the data, which transport should a commuter choose if they prioritize comfort over cost and speed?
Read the information about Hong Kong transport and answer the question.
The Star Ferry travels between Tsim Sha Tsui and Central. The journey takes about 10 minutes. The Peak Tram carries passengers from Central to Victoria Peak. The MTR is a fast underground train system covering most areas of Hong Kong.
According to the text, which mode of transport would you take to go to Victoria Peak?
Compare the three types of minibuses in Hong Kong and answer the question.
Green Minibus: Operates on fixed routes with fixed fares; passengers pay when they get on.
Red Minibus: No fixed routes; fares may change during holidays; passengers pay when they get off.
School Minibus: Private service for students; fixed monthly fee.
If a passenger wants to know the exact price of the journey before the trip starts during a public holiday, which minibus should they choose?
Choose the correct phrasal verb to fill in the blank.
The bus was so full that we had to wait for ten minutes before we could ________ the next one.
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Compare these two transport methods for traveling from Hong Kong Island to Tsim Sha Tsui:
1. Star Ferry: Takes 10 minutes, costs \$5.0, offers a scenic view of Victoria Harbour.
2. MTR: Takes 5 minutes, costs \$10.5, very crowded during rush hour.
Why might a tourist choose the ferry over the MTR even though it is slower?
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Analyze the following transport data and solve the problem.
Tram: $3.0 per trip, speed is 15 km/h.
Minibus: $6.5 per trip, speed is 40 km/h.
Taxi: $27.0 (start) + $1.9 per 200m, speed is 60 km/h.
If a passenger needs to travel a long distance and has only $5.0 in their pocket, which transport must they take, and what is one disadvantage of that choice according to the data?
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Study the transport table below comparing three ways to travel from Central to the Airport, then answer the questions in complete sentences.
Airport Express (Train):
- Travel time: 24 minutes
- Fare: \$115
- Frequency: Every 15 minutes
Citybus (Bus):
- Travel time: 75 minutes
- Fare: \$40
- Frequency: Every 20 minutes
Taxi:
- Travel time: 35 minutes (subject to traffic)
- Fare: Approx. \$350
- Frequency: Available anytime
Part A: Which transport is the most expensive, and how much more does it cost than the Airport Express?
Part B: If a passenger is in a great hurry and wants the fastest journey, which mode of transport should they choose?
Part C: Use a conjunction to combine these two facts: The Citybus is the slowest option. It is the cheapest option.
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Compare the three ways to travel from Central to Tuen Mun during the evening rush hour and answer the questions.
1. MTR (Tuen Ma Line): Takes 55 minutes, costs \$22.5, very crowded with no seats.
2. Express Bus (960): Takes 50 to 80 minutes (depending on the Western Harbour Crossing traffic), costs \$21.9, comfortable seats with USB charging.
3. Taxi: Takes 45 minutes, costs approximately \$320, private and direct.
Part A: Which transport method has the most unpredictable journey time? Explain why.
Part B: If a passenger is very tired and wants to charge their phone while sitting down, which option should they choose?
Part C: Calculate the price difference between taking a taxi and the MTR.
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