Passage: http://sghardtruth.wordpress.com/2012/04/20/an-unnatural-countrys-take-on-democracy-if-yale-can-go-to-china-to-teach-and-set-up-programmes-why-is-it-so-controversial-to-go-to-singapore/ Only from Paragraph 1-8
1. (Content) What is the difference between Singapore’s and American’s form democracy? [2]
2. (Language) Why does the writer compare Singapore’s political system to the Westminister parliamentary model? [2]
1. What are some examples of healthy entertainment for young people given in this article? (paragraph 7) ANSWER IN YOUR OWN WORDS.
2. In paragraph 8, line 5, the writer uses the word ‘acquire’ to describe the way children develop violent behavior. Why do you think the writer wrote it so?
Vocabulary: 1)Safeguard (paragraph 4, line 7) 2)Delinquency (paragraph 1, line 5) 3)Dignity (paragraph 4, line 8) 4)Adversely (paragraph 4, line 4) 5)Eradicate (paragraph 10, line 1)
Q1: Why does the writer think that a person who is more charismatic can gain more support?
Ans: People have a perception that people who look charismatic will tend to be more competent, and trust they will put their trust in the candidate.
Q2: Why does the writer use “cynical” in the second paragraph 2?
Ans: The writer wants to remind the readers that one should not be swayed by the appearance of the candidates, instead one should vote for the candidate based on their quality.
Q3: a)jaded (paragraph 1) Ans: experienced b) subliminal (paragraph 2) Ans: subconsciously c) scrutinize (paragraph 3) Ans: closely examined d)concocted (paragraph 4) Ans: specially made e) conservative (paragraph 5) Ans: traditional
Questions 1.What are some examples of healthy entertainment for young people given in this article? (paragraph 7) ANSWER IN YOUR OWN WORDS. Ans: examples of healthy entertainment for young people are suitable sports facilities, movie theatres, parks in every district and community centres as a place for teenagers to come together and work out under the oversight of counsellors and sports trainers.
2. In paragraph 8, line 5, the writer uses the word ‘acquire’ to describe the way children develop violent behaviour. Why do you think the writer wrote it so? Ans: It is because such vehement conduct is developed from the influence of the computer games revolving around bloodshed and dominance which is catered by their parents who are unconcerned about their character. Hence this akin to a give and take process. The writer wants to show that it is through parent’s ignorance and disregard for their children that cause them to develop such vehement conduct.
Vocabulary: 1)Safeguard (paragraph 4, line 7): protect 2)Delinquency (paragraph 1, line 5): misdeed 3)Dignity (paragraph 4, line 8): self-worth 4)Adversely (paragraph 4, line 4): unfavourably 5)Eradicate (paragraph 10, line 1): eliminate
1) (Content) What is the difference between Singapore’s and American’s form democracy? [2]
Ans:In Singapore, there is an unlimited access to information and people are able to say what they want. In addition, Singapore’s form of democracy is leadership by able and talented people and it treats everybody equally. However, America does not have such a form of democracy.
2) Why does the writer compare Singapore’s political system to the West minister parliamentary model? [2]
The writer compares Singapore’s political system to the West minister parliamentary model to show that Singapore’s political synonym stems out from the west minister parliamentary model and how both are prime ministerial government.
The West minister parliamentary 3) (Vocab) 1. Cited Used for reference, regarded 2. Controversial: Contentious 3. Cutting-edge: Leading edge 4. Egalitarian: The idea of treating everything equally and have a balance. 5.norms: criteria
Answer to Ng Ning's group 1) In running a company, the CEO usually only has one target, which is to make money for his/ her company, and only needs to focus primarily on one product or consumer base. However, when running a country, the president has to focus on and handle several things simultaneously, some of these which are contrary to one another.
2) The writer uses the word "suffering" to liken the CEO fallacy to a widespread disease.
3 a) disputed/ argued b) scale up c) expert d) insistent e) different companies under common ownership
1. Why is the debate “controversial”? (2m) The government wants to make health-subsidised insurance compulsory for the citizens of the United States, and the controversy is that the insurance is actually paid for by the tax payers’ money, and some people who cannot afford it are just left to die. However, many people also support Obamacare because Obamacare takes away the power of insurance companies to deny coverage on any pretext, including pre-existing conditions. From Paragraph 12 2. Explain in your own words how the author uses buying apples to symbolize buying insurance. (2m) Buying apples is like buying insurance because people need to buy them to keep healthy. However, buying health insurance to keep healthy is like apples as people who cannot afford them will be left to suffer. 3. From the passage, (5m) (a) commodity: article of commerce (b) travesty: grotesque imitation (c) indigent: poor (d) encroachment: trespass (e) bristle: to burn with anger
1. What are some examples of healthy entertainment for young people in this article? (paragraph 7) ANSWER IN YOUR OWN WORDS. - Open-air activities - Physical training under the watchful eyes of counselors and physical instructors.
2. In paragraph 8, line 5, the writer uses the word ‘acquire’ to describe the way children develop violent behavior. Why do you think the writer wrote it so? The violent behaviour seen in the children is not an innate behaviour which come naturally when they were born; rather, it was after playing violent computer games that the children gained on a violent behaviour, thus the author also used ‘acquire’ to show how behaviour can be obtained like a physical object. This also attracts the attention of the audience.
Vocabulary: 1)Safeguard (paragraph 4, line 7) protect 2)Delinquency (paragraph 1, line 5) wrongful behaviour 3)Dignity (paragraph 4, line 8) self-respect 4)Adversely (paragraph 4, line 4) unfavourably 5)Eradicate (paragraph 10, line 1) Utterly destroy
Q1) The writer’s stand is that CEOs should not run countries because to generalize from the one-business level to the national economy is a something illogical and risky. Companies are not like economies as they only have on niche while an economy is much more complicated and affects many.
Q2) It is because the CEO fallacy is a misconception which can have a negative impact on a country’s economy. Thus given that suffering is a verb with a negative connotation, it is more effective in bringing out the author’s intention.
Vocab: Ans 3 ) argued Infer, estimate the value of Expert Persistent Different companies under common ownership
1) (Content) What is the difference between Singapore’s and American’s form democracy? [2]
Ans: Singapore's democracy is less liberal than that of the Western democracy.
2) Why does the writer compare Singapore’s political system to the West minister parliamentary model? [2]
The writer compares the two systems of government to show how Singapore's system of government is different than America's system of government because Singapore's system is based on the Westminister parliamentary model
The West minister parliamentary 3) (Vocab) 1. Cited Referred to 2. Controversial: Contentious 3. Cutting-edge: Latest or most advanced stage 4. Egalitarian: Principle that all people are equal 5.norms: things that are allowed
1. Why does the writer think that a person who is more charismatic can gain more support? Answer: It is often seen that people who appear better than others tend to give the feel that they are more capable and hence they would get the vote. 2. Why does the writer use “cynical” in the second paragraph 2? Answer: The author use the word “cynical” to emphasize the importance of not being easily influenced by someone’s looks but rather focuses on more important qualities and leadership abilities. 3. a) Concocted : design, prepare b) Conservative: cautious, undaring, not extreme, inflexible c) Scrutinize: examine closely d) Subliminal: unconsciously e) Jaded: worn out
From Paragraph 13 1. Why is the debate “controversial”? (2m) The debate is controversial because some see it as an invasion of the rights of the people and feel that it is immoral because the insurance has to be paid for by tax payers. However others feel that everyone requires health-care services, and hence that it is acceptable for the government to do so.
From Paragraph 12 2. Explain in your own words how the author uses buying apples to symbolize buying insurance. (2m) According to the saying of “an apple a day keeps the doctor away”, investing in an apple every day to keep yourself healthy can be likened to investing in health insurance to keep yourself healthy.
3. From the passage, (5m) (a) Product/ good/ necessity (b) Absurd (c) Poor, destitute (d) To take another person’s rights/ possessions gradually and stealthily (e) Become angry/ irritated
Passage:
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Only from Paragraph 1-8
1. (Content) What is the difference between Singapore’s and American’s form democracy? [2]
2. (Language) Why does the writer compare Singapore’s political system to the Westminister parliamentary model? [2]
3. Vocab question (5 marks)
(a) Cited (paragraph 1)
(b) Controversial (paragraph 6)
(c) cutting-edge(paragraph 3)
(d) Egalitarian (paragraph 7)
(e) Norms (paragraph 8)
Setters: Kai Yun, Aleysa, Zhi Feng, Seok Hyun
http://www.nytimes.com/2012/04/22/opinion/sunday/a-facial-theory-of-politics.html?_r=1&partner=rss&emc=rss
ReplyDeleteQ1: Why does the writer think that a person who is more charismatic can gain more support?
Q2: Why does the writer use “cynical” in the second paragraph 2?
Q3: a)jaded (paragraph 1)
b) subliminal (paragraph 2)
c) scrutinize (paragraph 3)
d)concocted (paragraph 4)
e) conservative (paragraph 5)
from: arjit, shawn,jayne and yaxuan
http://www.btinvest.com.sg/insurance/health-insurance/can-an-apple-a-day-become-law/
ReplyDeleteFrom Paragraph 13
1. Why is the debate “controversial”? (2m)
From Paragraph 12
2. Explain in your own words how the author uses buying apples to symbolize buying insurance. (2m)
3. From the passage, (5m)
(a) commodity
(b) travesty
(c) indigent
(d) encroachment
(e) bristle
Setters: Prithiv, Cedric, Kay Xin, Isabel
http://www.todayonline.com/Commentary/EDC120425-0000005/Why-CEOs-shouldnt-run-countries---or-the-world
ReplyDeleteQ1)What is the difference between running a country and running a company?
Q2) In paragraph 3, why does the writer use the word “suffering” ?
Q3) Vocabulary:
a) Debated ( paragraph 4)
b) Extrapolate ( paragraph 5)
c) guru ( paragraph 11)
d) Adamant (paragraph 11)
e) Conglomerates ( paragraph 14)
Setters :Glenn,Shu wei,Elisa, Ning
Kong Xiang Yi, Phoon Pei Min, Kang Ruoyu, Joshua Ong
ReplyDeleteArticle URL: http://archive.arabnews.com/?page=7§ion=0&article=110744&d=10&m=6&y=2008
1. What are some examples of healthy entertainment for young people given in this article? (paragraph 7) ANSWER IN YOUR OWN WORDS.
2. In paragraph 8, line 5, the writer uses the word ‘acquire’ to describe the way children develop violent behavior. Why do you think the writer wrote it so?
Vocabulary:
1)Safeguard (paragraph 4, line 7)
2)Delinquency (paragraph 1, line 5)
3)Dignity (paragraph 4, line 8)
4)Adversely (paragraph 4, line 4)
5)Eradicate (paragraph 10, line 1)
3. From the passage, (5m)
ReplyDelete(a) commodity (Paragraph 3)
(b) travesty (Paragraph 4)
(c) indigent (Paragraph 7)
(d) encroachment (Paragraph 9)
(e) bristle (Paragraph 12)
Setters: Prithiv, Cedric, Kay Xin, Isabel
http://www.nytimes.com/2012/04/22/opinion/sunday/a-facial-theory-of-politics.html?_r=1&partner=rss&emc=rss
ReplyDeleteQ1: Why does the writer think that a person who is more charismatic can gain more support?
Ans: People have a perception that people who look charismatic will tend to be more competent, and trust they will put their trust in the candidate.
Q2: Why does the writer use “cynical” in the second paragraph 2?
Ans: The writer wants to remind the readers that one should not be swayed by the appearance of the candidates, instead one should vote for the candidate based on their quality.
Q3: a)jaded (paragraph 1) Ans: experienced
b) subliminal (paragraph 2) Ans: subconsciously
c) scrutinize (paragraph 3) Ans: closely examined
d)concocted (paragraph 4) Ans: specially made
e) conservative (paragraph 5) Ans: traditional
Setters: Arjit, Shawn, Jayne, Yaxuan
Candidates: Kai Yun, Aleysa, Zhi Feng, Seok Hyun
Questions
ReplyDelete1.What are some examples of healthy entertainment for young people given in this article? (paragraph 7) ANSWER IN YOUR OWN WORDS.
Ans: examples of healthy entertainment for young people are suitable sports facilities, movie theatres, parks in every district and community centres as a place for teenagers to come together and work out under the oversight of counsellors and sports trainers.
2. In paragraph 8, line 5, the writer uses the word ‘acquire’ to describe the way children develop violent behaviour. Why do you think the writer wrote it so?
Ans: It is because such vehement conduct is developed from the influence of the computer games revolving around bloodshed and dominance which is catered by their parents who are unconcerned about their character. Hence this akin to a give and take process.
The writer wants to show that it is through parent’s ignorance and disregard for their children that cause them to develop such vehement conduct.
Vocabulary:
1)Safeguard (paragraph 4, line 7): protect
2)Delinquency (paragraph 1, line 5): misdeed
3)Dignity (paragraph 4, line 8): self-worth
4)Adversely (paragraph 4, line 4): unfavourably
5)Eradicate (paragraph 10, line 1): eliminate
By Shuwei, Ng Ning, Elisa, Glenn
Answer to Zhi Feng's group qns:
ReplyDelete1) (Content) What is the difference between Singapore’s and American’s form democracy? [2]
Ans:In Singapore, there is an unlimited access to information and people are able to say what they want. In addition, Singapore’s form of democracy is leadership by able and talented people and it treats everybody equally. However, America does not have such a form of democracy.
2) Why does the writer compare Singapore’s political system to the West minister parliamentary model? [2]
The writer compares Singapore’s political system to the West minister parliamentary model to show that Singapore’s political synonym stems out from the west minister parliamentary model and how both are prime ministerial government.
The West minister parliamentary
3) (Vocab)
1. Cited
Used for reference, regarded
2. Controversial:
Contentious
3. Cutting-edge:
Leading edge
4. Egalitarian:
The idea of treating everything equally and have a balance.
5.norms:
criteria
Answer to Ng Ning's group
ReplyDelete1) In running a company, the CEO usually only has one target, which is to make money for his/ her company, and only needs to focus primarily on one product or consumer base. However, when running a country, the president has to focus on and handle several things simultaneously, some of these which are contrary to one another.
2) The writer uses the word "suffering" to liken the CEO fallacy to a widespread disease.
3 a) disputed/ argued
b) scale up
c) expert
d) insistent
e) different companies under common ownership
Cedric, Prithiv, Isabel and Kay Xin
Joshua, Ruoyu, Xiang Yi, Pei Min did not do their homework
ReplyDelete1. Why is the debate “controversial”? (2m)
ReplyDeleteThe government wants to make health-subsidised insurance compulsory for the citizens of the United States, and the controversy is that the insurance is actually paid for by the tax payers’ money, and some people who cannot afford it are just left to die. However, many people also support Obamacare because Obamacare takes away the power of insurance companies to deny coverage on any pretext, including pre-existing conditions.
From Paragraph 12
2. Explain in your own words how the author uses buying apples to symbolize buying insurance. (2m)
Buying apples is like buying insurance because people need to buy them to keep healthy. However, buying health insurance to keep healthy is like apples as people who cannot afford them will be left to suffer.
3. From the passage, (5m)
(a) commodity: article of commerce
(b) travesty: grotesque imitation
(c) indigent: poor
(d) encroachment: trespass
(e) bristle: to burn with anger
Setters: Prithiv, Cedric, Kay Xin, Isabel
1. What are some examples of healthy entertainment for young people in this article? (paragraph 7) ANSWER IN YOUR OWN WORDS.
ReplyDelete- Open-air activities
- Physical training under the watchful eyes of counselors and physical instructors.
2. In paragraph 8, line 5, the writer uses the word ‘acquire’ to describe the way children develop violent behavior. Why do you think the writer wrote it so?
The violent behaviour seen in the children is not an innate behaviour which come naturally when they were born; rather, it was after playing violent computer games that the children gained on a violent behaviour, thus the author also used ‘acquire’ to show how behaviour can be obtained like a physical object. This also attracts the attention of the audience.
Vocabulary:
1)Safeguard (paragraph 4, line 7) protect
2)Delinquency (paragraph 1, line 5) wrongful behaviour
3)Dignity (paragraph 4, line 8) self-respect
4)Adversely (paragraph 4, line 4) unfavourably
5)Eradicate (paragraph 10, line 1) Utterly destroy
Model Answers
Q1) The writer’s stand is that CEOs should not run countries because to generalize from the one-business level to the national economy is a something illogical and risky. Companies are not like economies as they only have on niche while an economy is much more complicated and affects many.
ReplyDeleteQ2) It is because the CEO fallacy is a misconception which can have a negative impact on a country’s economy. Thus given that suffering is a verb with a negative connotation, it is more effective in bringing out the author’s intention.
Vocab:
Ans 3 )
argued
Infer, estimate the value of
Expert
Persistent
Different companies under common ownership
Group: Shuwei, Ng Ning, Elisa, Glenn
MODEL ANSWERS (by Zhi Feng's group)
ReplyDelete1) (Content) What is the difference between Singapore’s and American’s form democracy? [2]
Ans: Singapore's democracy is less liberal than that of the Western democracy.
2) Why does the writer compare Singapore’s political system to the West minister parliamentary model? [2]
The writer compares the two systems of government to show how Singapore's system of government is different than America's system of government because Singapore's system is based on the Westminister parliamentary model
The West minister parliamentary
3) (Vocab)
1. Cited
Referred to
2. Controversial:
Contentious
3. Cutting-edge:
Latest or most advanced stage
4. Egalitarian:
Principle that all people are equal
5.norms:
things that are allowed
The model answers of Arjit's group.
ReplyDelete1. Why does the writer think that a person who is more charismatic can gain more support?
Answer: It is often seen that people who appear better than others tend to give the feel that they are more capable and hence they would get the vote.
2. Why does the writer use “cynical” in the second paragraph 2?
Answer: The author use the word “cynical” to emphasize the importance of not being easily influenced by someone’s looks but rather focuses on more important qualities and leadership abilities.
3. a) Concocted : design, prepare
b) Conservative: cautious, undaring, not extreme, inflexible
c) Scrutinize: examine closely
d) Subliminal: unconsciously
e) Jaded: worn out
Model answers of Cedric's group
ReplyDeleteFrom Paragraph 13
1. Why is the debate “controversial”? (2m)
The debate is controversial because some see it as an invasion of the rights of the people and feel that it is immoral because the insurance has to be paid for by tax payers. However others feel that everyone requires health-care services, and hence that it is acceptable for the government to do so.
From Paragraph 12
2. Explain in your own words how the author uses buying apples to symbolize buying insurance. (2m)
According to the saying of “an apple a day keeps the doctor away”, investing in an apple every day to keep yourself healthy can be likened to investing in health insurance to keep yourself healthy.
3. From the passage, (5m)
(a) Product/ good/ necessity
(b) Absurd
(c) Poor, destitute
(d) To take another person’s rights/ possessions gradually and stealthily
(e) Become angry/ irritated