From our students
Drama Club
In September, new members were recruited for the drama club. The production this time is the classic "A Midsummer’s Night Dream". You may think a challenging time awaits the actors as Shakespearean English is not easy. However, they have been able to adapt the language to make it more comprehensible for themselves and the audience, making the production truly unique. They will be more than up to the task producing a thoroughly entertaining night out with great lighting and set design as well. Something to look forward to indeed! Keep an eye out for posters promoting the 3 performances that will be on at the end of February 2016.
EDC 14th Committee
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Common Shakespearean Terms
Some words and phrases from Shakespearean English are still used today, whereas others are not. Take a look at the list below – how many of the words can you match with their modern day equivalent?
| 1. anon | a) does or do……“Dost thou know the time?” |
| 2. art | b) your……“Thy name is more hateful than thy face.” |
| 3. dost or doth | c) why……“Wherefore dost thou leave?” OR “Romeo, Romeo, wherefore art thou Romeo?” [As in, “why can’t you be someone else, whom my family doesn’t hate?”] |
| 4. hark | d) are, OR skill……“Thou art dead; no physician’s art can save you..” |
| 5. hence | e) has……… “He hath killed many a man.” OR “He hath a horse.” |
| 6. hither | f) from where…….. “Whence came that news?” OR “Return to whence you came.” |
| 7. thither | g) away…..“Get thee hence, beggar!” OR “We must hence before the army arrives.” |
| 8. hath | h) you……“Thou art a villain.” |
| 9. mark | i) indeed……“He says I should respond quickly; marry, I want to.” |
| 10. marry | j) you……“When will I see thee next?” |
| 11. pray | k) right now, OR “I come right away”……. “Anon, good nurse! Speak!” |
| 12. thee | l) a polite way of asking something……“I pray answer the question.” |
| 13. thou | m) there……“Look to the east—thither doth the sun arise.” |
| 14. thy | n) pay attention to…….. “Mark my words.” |
| 15. whence | o) listen……. “Hark to the owl,” OR “Hark! The herald angels sing!” |
| 16. wherefore | p) here…..“Come hither, young lad.” |
Adapted with permission from the English department at www.bathcsd.org
Inscribe
It is with great pleasure that I announce the launch of Issue 1 of Inscribe: A journal of undergraduate student writing in and about Asia. This journal is supported by the Hong Kong Polytechnic University’s English Language Centre (ELC) and publishes work by undergraduate students writing from Asia or from an Asian context. Inscribe is launched to support the University’s emphasis on writing by cultivating a community of writers in the University.
Mr. Dean A. F. Gui (Editor-in-Chief)
Issue 1 Inscribe writers
"Project proposal – The integration of GPS tracking and aerial shooting technology in outdoor sports events" - by Wong Kwan Ho, Marco
This proposal aims to develop a united GPS tracking and aerial camera system which
can shoot more affordable distance footage of athletes competing in outdoor sports events. The project combines a portable GPS system, Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV), Wescam Camera system (WCS), with CAD sketching and calibration of algorithms so as to improve the quality of animation, notably in physical.. Read more
"Learning English in 3D" - by Lawrence Ho L.K.
This argumentative essay considers language learning in virtual environments, debating the extent to which Second Life 
could help undergraduate students in Hong Kong universities improve their English language skills. Focusing on the precept that the digital space is a fluid platform which simulates the physical space, the author infuses personal.. Read more
"The reflection of identities between my grandfather and me in different centuries" - by Wong Him Chin
This article serves as a biographical essay of the author’s paternal grandfather and this ancestor’s life as a former general of the Chinese national youth league. 
Observing the pull of Hong Kong during the height of the Cultural Revolution of the 1950’s, the author continues this biographical exploration through her..Read more
"Aiko" - by Elaine Ip Ling
"Anyone’s voice, face, laughter, thoughts and memory can be simulated, 
even your passed-away loved ones! Here and only here you can get it done!"
In this era, immortality can be achieved by the latest commercialised total scanning technology. Through digitalising appearance, vocal cord and every neuron and cell of a brain, you can live forever in the virtual world..Read more
"Proposal of all-rounded educational toy – Mickey ball catcher" - by Wu Cheuk Yan (Venus)
This proposal introduces the development of an innovative “all-rounded” toy – the Mickey Ball Catcher – which promotes playfulness
and also educational benefits to 6 to 10 year old children, and incorporates a cartoon-like mouse design for creating an attractive image. By participating in this game, children can i) gain Mathematics knowledge, ii) react more effectively to stimulus, and iii) socialise..Read more
"Fight or flight" - by Katy Yau Yuk Ki
In a world where perfection is everything, it was hard for someone imperfect to fit in.
Before Sam woke up in a
hospital (with the worst hangover in his life), his carefully crafted world was flawless. He had a promising career in the police, was just taking over his first national case, and a shiny new house. His past life of living in..Read more
"The greatest fear" - by Janet Shuk Ching Lee
Mrs. Collin craved a just punishment for Benjamin Stern, a factory boss accused of killing Mrs. Collin’s husband.
No would come to her aid, except her neighbours, Luke and Nora, who saw the need to defend her. Yet, they never imagined this would ultimately push them to face their greatest fear..Read more
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