Challenges and Solutions in Singapore after 1965

In 1963, what policy did Indonesia launch against the formation of the Federation of Malaysia?

• Konfrantasi

• Konfrontasi

• Confrontasi

• Konfrontation

What was the intention of the Indonesian saboteurs to conduct the terrorist attacks?

• To injure lives

• To conduct 37 bombings

• To disrupt transportation

• To create panic and disrupt life on the island

Why was Singapore fearful of the possibility that the conflict in Vietnam could spread?

• It caused instability in Southeast Asia

• Government would be unable to maintain law and order

• It highlighted the need for a defence force

• It was a civil war to reunite Vietnam

What did Singapore face when the British announced its withdrawal of military forces in 1967?

• It threatened to affect Singapore's transportation

• It threatened Singapore's economic development

• It threatened to affect Singapore’s security and stability

• It threatened Singapore's healthcare

Why did Dr Goh Keng Swee introduce the system of National Service (NS) in Singapore?

• To rapidly increase the armed forces to defend Singapore

• Because every man had to play a role in Singapore

• To attract foreign investments and to promote its growth

• To promote Singapore's economic development

Following Singapore’s separation in 1965, what did Malaysia impose on Singapore economically?

• Imposed more taxes on goods to protect its own industries

• Became the main market for goods produced in Singapore

• Placed an embargo on goods

• Limited trade with Singapore

Which of the following were steps taken by Singapore to overcome the economic challenges?

• Reduce dependence on entrepot trade

• Ensure continued economic growth

• Restricted the imports of foreign-produced goods

• Develop a diversified economy

Which events emphasized the need for Singapore to have a strong defence force?

• July 1964 Racial riots

• Maria Hertogh riot

• Konfrontasi bomb attacks

• Hock Lee Bus riot

Which of the following strategies were used to develop Singapore's military force?

• Introduction of National Service

• Developing Singapore's Infrastructure

• Military cooperation with other countries

• Building Singapore's defence industry

MNCs are companies that have offices, factories and facilities located in one country.

• True

• False