CL.3 BK.5-1-Housing in Hong Kong

What are the two main types of housing in Hong Kong?

• Social housing and luxury housing

• Affordable housing and temporary housing

• Public housing and private housing

• Cooperative housing and rental housing

What year did the fire in Shek Kip Mei occur?

• 1948

• 1953

• 1955

• 1960

What did the government start to develop after the fire?

• Fire prevention regulations and building codes

• Emergency response teams

• New fire stations

• Firefighter training programs

How were public housing estates described in the past?

• Public housing estates were luxurious apartments for the wealthy.

• Public housing estates were described as affordable housing for low-income families.

• Public housing estates were temporary shelters for the homeless.

• Public housing estates were exclusive communities for high-income earners.

What has improved in public housing estates today?

• Deterioration of building materials and structures.

• Decreased accessibility and safety measures.

• Improvements in design, sustainability, and community amenities.

• Reduction in green spaces and recreational areas.

What is one major problem with private housing in Hong Kong?

• Low demand for housing.

• Abundant affordable housing options.

• High vacancy rates in residential areas.

• Extremely high property prices.

What is a common issue with living areas in Hong Kong?

• Abundant living space with low rental costs.

• Low population density leading to spacious apartments.

• High availability of affordable housing options.

• High population density resulting in small living spaces and high rental costs.

How does technology help improve our lives?

• Technology helps improve our lives by making communication easier, providing access to information, enhancing healthcare, increasing productivity, and offering convenience.

• Technology has no impact on healthcare.

• Technology reduces access to information.

• Technology makes communication more difficult.

What will future homes likely have more of?

• Large outdoor spaces

• Smart technology and sustainable features

• Minimalist designs

• Traditional building materials

What is one benefit of smart products in homes?

• Increased convenience and control over home devices.

• Limited compatibility with existing devices.

• Higher energy consumption in homes.

• Increased complexity in device management.