2E1: People's aspirations for Singapore (1945-1955)

The SPP was the only party to take part in which election?

• 1959 election

• 1948 election

• 1945 election

• 1955 election

What was the goal of SPP?

• Immediate independence via merger with Malaya

• Protecting worker's interest

• Slowly gain independence by working with the British

• Equal rights for civil servants

Who won the 1955 elections?

(a)  

Which group of people are influenced by the communists?

• Chinese Middle School Students

• Chinese Middle School Students and Trade Unions

• PAP

• Labour Front

The Chinese Middle School Students gathered to protest about _________ in 1954.

• National Service

• Lack of education opportunities

• Lack of employment opportunities

• Too much homework

Why did a strike occur in 1955?

• Chinese students wanted better education

• To get rid of the British

• Communists organized the strikes

• Workers from Hock Lee Bus Company wanted better pay and working conditions

Which of the following are political parties who competed in the 1955 elections?

• Labour Front

• People's Action Party

• Trade Unions

• Singapore Progressive Party

What does the 1955 election results tell you about the people of Singapore?

• Most wanted Singapore to remain a British Colony

• Most wanted a political party that could help solve their problems

• Most wanted self-government with British guidance

What were the goals of the Labour Front?

• Gain self-government and protect workers' interest

• Gain self-government

• Protect businesses and employers

• Make Singapore communist

What were the goals of the People's Action Party (PAP)?

• To ensure that everyone got an English education

• To gain immediate independence for Singapore

• Gain support of the English educated

• To gain internal self-government for Singapore