History of Singapore

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What was the island known as before it was called Singapore?

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Temasek

Front

What is the current name of the island that was previously known as Temasek?

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Singapura

Front

Which year did Raffles found Singapore?

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1819

Front

Who founded modern Singapore?

Back

Sir Thomas Stamford Raffles

Front

What significant event took place in Singapore in 1965?

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Singapore gained independence from Malaysia

Front

What is the official language of Singapore?

Back

Malay

Front

With whom did Raffles sign the treaty with?

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Tengku Hussein Shah

Front

Why did the the British find Singapore a suitable base for a new port?

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Strategic location

Front

What made Singapore a suitable area to for ships to stop by?

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It has a deep sheltered harbour.

It has abundant of fresh, drinking water.

It was not controlled by the Dutch.

It was at a strategic location between the East and the West.

Front

Why did the early settlers come to Singapore?

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To find work.

To contribute to society.

To escape tough conditions from home country.