Secondary 6 Citizenship and Social Development

The centrally set examination: CSD has one paper carrying 100% of the subject weighting.

Questions answered on the basis of data provided in the paper, combining the data with what has been learned.

The six abilities the exam assesses: knowledge, application, values, interdependence, multi-perspective judgement and identifying viewpoints.

The only grade reported in CSD, meaning overall performance meets the standard; those below are reported as not attained.

All questions must be answered — there is no choice, and every theme of the curriculum can be examined.

Analysing issues from personal, social, national and global angles, covering both positive and negative sides.

The mutual links and influence among the personal, social, national and global spheres — a core vision of the subject.

Viewpoints stated directly in the data, and those implied through wording, images or selection of material.

School-assessed coursework used in some subjects; CSD has none.

Important current matters in society, the country and the world — common material for data-response questions.

'One country' is the premise within which 'two systems' operate: the mainland keeps socialism while Hong Kong keeps its original capitalist system and way of life.

The Constitution and the Basic Law together form the constitutional basis of the HKSAR.

The relationship between the centre and the SAR: the power of high autonomy comes from NPC authorisation, not from the SAR itself.

A feature of the SAR's political system: the Chief Executive at the core, with the three branches each performing their duties and coordinating.

The view that national security covers political, economic, cultural and many other fields.

The system by which the people exercise state power through people's congresses; the NPC is the highest organ of state power.

Understanding and identifying with one's national identity, built on knowing the country, its achievements and culture.

The national flag, emblem and anthem; the related national laws are applied in Hong Kong under Annex III of the Basic Law.

Hong Kong's social character: Chinese culture as the mainstream with many cultures converging upon it.

Residents of different backgrounds respecting and living in harmony — one positive meaning of diversity.

The development course launched at the Third Plenary Session in December 1978, driving economic reform and opening to the world.

Areas such as Shenzhen established from 1980 with special economic policies, a landmark of the coastal development strategy.

The goals set out in 1987: basic subsistence, moderate prosperity, then a moderately developed country, later adjusted.

A measure of overall national strength covering the economy, culture, natural resources, education, science and technology, defence and more.

The national plan set every five years; the 14th Five-Year Plan (2021–2025) states the positioning supporting Hong Kong.

The '9+2' city cluster under the Outline Development Plan of February 2019, with Hong Kong as a core city.

The mainland–Hong Kong economic partnership arrangement signed in 2003 and implemented from 2004, easing trade and investment.

Diplomacy carried out since the 21st century across energy, culture, healthcare, trade and other fields.

The international cooperation initiative proposed in 2013, comprising the Silk Road Economic Belt and the 21st Century Maritime Silk Road.

The BRI's cooperation priorities: policy coordination, facilities connectivity, unimpeded trade, financial integration and people-to-people bonds.

The phenomenon of national economies being linked and interdependent through trade, investment and the division of production.

The relationship of mutual need and mutual influence — the common thread of Theme 3's four topics.

The international body coordinating trade rules and promoting cooperation; China joined in December 2001.

Firms operating production and sales across countries, driving global labour mobility and the international division of labour.

The shift from a manufacturing-led to a technology-led economy, changing personal consumption and employment.

The ability to discern false information and use technology responsibly, including ethics and compliance with the law.

Untrue messages spreading rapidly online, requiring source-checking and discernment.

The UN's definition: development that meets present needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet theirs.

The variety of species in ecosystems; protecting it is a key environmental practice.

The health of society as a whole, with responsibilities shared by government, international organisations and individuals.

The process of clarifying the task, question type and relevant concepts before writing — the first step of answering.

The command words, objects and scope in the question that set the answer's direction — circle them first.

Forms such as multiple-choice, short answer and essay, each with its own approach and length.

Quoting the data as evidence and explaining it with what has been learned, rather than copying it.

Analysing from personal, social, national and global angles, covering both sides.

The parties involved in an issue — government, business, NGOs, individuals — a useful frame for suggestion answers.

A type demanding direct, concise points, in two or three sentences.

A type requiring arguments, evidence and a conclusion, with a full structure and more length.

The strategy of allocating answering time by marks and reserving time to check.

A notebook of practice errors and their causes — a powerful tool for final review.