Topic: Our National and Citizen Responsibilities as Seen Through the Spirit of the May Fourth Movement

Principal, teachers, and students:
Hello everyone! Today I'd like to talk to you about the May Fourth Movement.
On May 4, 1919, a group of university students took to the streets, shouting patriotic slogans and advocating the spirit of "patriotism, progress, democracy, and science." They taught us a valuable lesson: every young person is a part of the nation.
The future of a nation lies in the hands of its citizens.
So, what is civic responsibility? Simply put, it is "having a sense of social responsibility and respecting the rule of law."
For example:
First, there is the hard work and dedication of young athletes. In recent international competitions, young Hong Kong athletes such as Cheung Ka-long,
Ho Sze-pui and her teammates gave their all on the field, not just for personal honor, but also to bring glory to Hong Kong and the nation. This passion for fighting for collective honor is a manifestation of patriotism and a sense of responsibility.
Secondly, there's the presence of students in community service. This academic year, over 130 students from Forms 3 to 5 participated in flag-selling activities. They carried flag bags to raise funds for the Community Chest and Breakthrough Organization. The Community Chest funds countless social welfare services, while Breakthrough Organization consistently supports the physical and mental development of youth. When you wave to a passerby and hand them a flag, you are showing concern for those in need in society and fulfilling your civic responsibility.
As the old saying goes, "Don't refrain from doing good just because it's small." Although a donation of a single flag may seem insignificant, the combined good deeds of millions of people can improve the lives of those in need and support young people in pursuing their dreams. This sense of participation is the starting point of civic responsibility. Social progress requires each of us to be willing to contribute a little more, and society will become more harmonious; when we all abide by the law, love our families, and love our countries, our nation will become stronger.
Dear students, the spirit of the May Fourth Movement is not far removed from us. As middle school students, your responsibility now is to study hard and care about the people and things around you. I hope everyone can start with small things in their daily lives, care about society and the country, and become young people willing to take on "civic responsibility."