Ste ABE : ER 1. According to / Based on +n., + SVO (#R4m) 2. In recent years, + SVO (iii S84F) 3. A recent report / study / survey + shows / suggests / reveals / demonstrates + that + SVO (3H / HF / HIB Biz...) Example: According to government statistics, the suicide rate of Hong Kong has increased in recent years Example: In recent years, the living standard of many Chinese people has improved. Example: A recent report reveals that more and more Hong Kong people are considering migrating to other countries. Str RAK : 51 BA ae CONTROVERSY 10/614.n. + has (have) raised concerns about + n. (5| 2843+) 2.n. + has (have) raised + sounded alarm bells about + n. (MF 24%) 3. n. + is an alarming problem (4 AjS22e)F1i8) Example: The incident involving Lam Wai-sze has raised concerns about the moral standard of our teachers. Example: The ferry disaster on Lamma Island last year has raised alarm bells about navigation safety in Hong Kong. Example: Obesity is an alarming problem in our society. Str AES : HA 1. Lam writing to + v. (QE BALE) 2. In this article (letter), | aim to + v. (ERICH , RHEE...) 3. This article (letter) aims to + v. (AXA ME...) Example: | am writing to express my concerns about (#2 BAdt)animal cruelty in Hong Kong. Example: In this article, | aim to explain the advantages of building casinos in Hong Kong. Example: This article aims to introduce the activities of the Science Club and persuade students to become our members. 11/613} NY, a Wes 1. Itis my belief that / It is my conviction that + SVO (EZRA) 2, From my point of view, + SVO (REA) 3. As far as | am concerned, / As for me, + SVO (3B) Example: It is my belief that the government should make more efforts to integrate the minorities into society. Example: From my point of view, the government should legalize gay marriage. Example: As far as | am concerned, the government should not blindly pursue economic development at the expense of our valuable heritage. Site OT: HR 12/611. Apart from / In addition to +n., + SVO (HRT....L9H) 2. What is more,/More importantly, + SVO (# SE)2) 3. Secondly,/ In addition, /Additionally,/ Furthermore, /Moreover,/Besides,/Also, + SVO (Ht HeLb) Example: In addition to peer pressure, tremendous pressure in school life has also contributed to the problem of drug abuse Example: More importantly, poor academic results have disheartened many students and some of them have resorted to taking drugs to escape from the reality Example: Furthermore, extra-curricular activities can release our pressure. te BAA : BRA 1. SVO + for two / three reasons (...7978/=/4RA) 2. There are + two / three / many/numerous/ + reasons for /causes of + n. (AMBRE IR 3.n. + is the culprit of +n. (...48...A05ERBE) Example: The Chinese government should abolish the one-child policy for three reasons. Example: There are several causes of the increasing suicide rate. Example: The lack of concentration is the culprit of many students’ poor academic results. JSte ROHL : HSU RR 13/611. v. + ing /n. + can bring + many/several/numerous + benefits and drawbacks (... 2] RARE AUER) 2. +, + ing Jn. + be + good for! advantageous to/beneficial to/conducive to/instrumental in +v. + ing /n. (ARF BREN) 3. + v. + ing /n. + be harmful to/detrimental to/deleterious to/injurious to + n. (AIRERHY) Example: Cooperating with property developers to build subsidized housing can bring several benefits and drawbacks. Example: Developing a sophisticated education system is advantageous to the sustainable development of a country. Example: Global warming will endanger the habitat of polar bears. Fate BBA: Bis 1. Critics may argue/pinpoint/point out / emphasize + that + SVO 1aje12. There |s no denying that / It cannot be denied that + SVO (#877 52) 3. The truth is that / The reality is that + SVO (4+#U2) Example: Critics may point out that homosexual marriage will disrupt the norms and order of our society and pose risk to public health Example: There is no denying that some students may think that the compulsory test will offend them and some may even think that it is an insult. Example: The truth is that the language standard of many students nowadays has declined sharply. 1. FRRGA, / HERE, + it is good / advantageous (for sbdy) to do sthg (... 2774782441) 2. Itis (high) time sbdy did sthg (SEBHRtHK) 3. Sbdy + plays an important / a significant role in + sthg / v. + ing + sthg(SiRB EH) Example: Also, it is advantageous for the organizers to ban the use of mobile phones in the marathon. Example: It is high time for the government to increase the construction of public housing estates. Example: Parents play a significant role in developing their children into responsible and self-reliant individuals. 15/61