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    What is the full meaning of the HKCEE? 

    • Hong Kong Certified External Examiner
    • Hong Kong Certificate of Education Examination.
    • Hong Kong Certificate of External Examinations
    • Hong Kong Certified Education Examination
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This quiz focuses on the Hong Kong Certificate of Education Examination (HKCEE), covering its history, operational timeline, and key facts. It assesses knowledge about the HKCEE's inception, duration, and the typical schedule of exams and results, providing a targeted learning tool for understanding Hong Kong's educational assessments.

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  • 2. 
    Which of these subject exams could be taken in English only? - ProProfs

    Which of these subject exams could be taken in English only?

    • Business Communication

    • Additional Mathematics

    • Economics

    • Design and Technology

    Correct Answer
    A. Business Communication
    Explanation
    Business Communication is the subject exam that could be taken in English only. This is because Business Communication is a field that involves the exchange of information and ideas within a business setting, and English is widely recognized as the global language of business. Proficiency in English is essential for effective communication in the business world, making it the primary language for this subject exam.

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  • 3. 
    In which month were the HKCEE results usually released? - ProProfs

    In which month were the HKCEE results usually released?

    • May

    • February

    • December

    • August

    Correct Answer
    A. August
    Explanation
    The HKCEE results were usually released in August.

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  • 4. 
    When was the HKCEE discontinued? - ProProfs

    When was the HKCEE discontinued?

    • 1974

    • 2011

    • 2012

    • 2000

    Correct Answer
    A. 2012
    Explanation
    The HKCEE (Hong Kong Certificate of Education Examination) was discontinued in 2012. This means that it was no longer administered or held after that year.

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  • 5. 
    When did the HKCEE start?  - ProProfs

    When did the HKCEE start? 

    • 1974

    • 1989

    • 1986

    • 1979

    Correct Answer
    A. 1974
    Explanation
    The HKCEE (Hong Kong Certificate of Education Examination) started in 1974.

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  • 6. 
    The HKCEE was equivalent to which year in the UK? - ProProfs

    The HKCEE was equivalent to which year in the UK?

    • Year 10

    • Year 8

    • Year 12

    • Year 11

    Correct Answer
    A. Year 11
    Explanation
    The HKCEE (Hong Kong Certificate of Education Examination) was equivalent to Year 11 in the UK. This means that students in Hong Kong who completed the HKCEE were at the same educational level as students in the UK who were in Year 11. Year 11 is typically the penultimate year of secondary education in the UK, before students move on to further education or begin preparing for their final examinations.

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  • 7. 
    On which day of the week were HKCEE results traditionally released? - ProProfs

    On which day of the week were HKCEE results traditionally released?

    • Monday

    • Teusday

    • Wednesday

    • Friday

    Correct Answer
    A. Wednesday
    Explanation
    Traditionally, HKCEE (Hong Kong Certificate of Education Examination) results were released on Wednesdays. This means that students would typically receive their exam results on this specific day of the week.

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  • 8. 
    The HKCEE existed from... - ProProfs

    The HKCEE existed from...

    • 1974-2011

    • 1986-2013

    • 1979-2012

    • 1980-1999

    Correct Answer
    A. 1974-2011
    Explanation
    The correct answer is 1974-2011. This is because the HKCEE (Hong Kong Certificate of Education Examination) was introduced in 1974 and was discontinued in 2011. It was a public examination in Hong Kong that served as a benchmark for secondary school students.

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  • 9. 
    When were the oral examinations usually taken? - ProProfs

    When were the oral examinations usually taken?

    • Late June to late July

    • Late May to early June

    • Early February to late March

    • Early March to early May

    Correct Answer
    A. Late May to early June
    Explanation
    The oral examinations were usually taken in late May to early June.

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  • 10. 
    When was the HKCEE usually conducted? - ProProfs

    When was the HKCEE usually conducted?

    • May/June

    • February/March

    • February/July

    • September/October

    Correct Answer
    A. February/July
    Explanation
    The HKCEE (Hong Kong Certificate of Education Examination) was usually conducted in February/July. This means that the examination took place in both February and July of each year.

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