Sec 3 SS Chapter 7

Which is the country that adopts assimilation policy towards immigrants?

• Singapore

• France

Classroom in France practise assimilation through secularism. There is no discussion about religion in all subjects except _______?

In France, there are challenges to secularism when citizens oppose new immigrations in displaying their:

• Muslim headscarves

• Bentley and Maserati cars

• Sikh turbans

• Harvard University professional degrees

What is an example of practising integration in Singapore?

• Speaking only the English language at workplace

• Serving national service (NS)

• Being part of Sg Cares Volunteer centres

• Ethnic Integration Policy (EIP) in HDB estates

The ____________ policy requires students to learn both the English language and one of the official Mother Tongue Languages (MTL). It helps to build integration as it appreciates different cultures.

Integration is achieved when immigrations join locals at activities. Some of these activities include:

• Shopping at Golden Mile Complex with many Thai eateries

• WorkRight Initiative carried out by Ministry of Manpower

• Block parties organised by People's Association (PA)

• Community Integration Fund (CIF) funded projects

Tension can arise from the integration policy, when people's cultural differences are not tolerated. This was seen in August 2011 when a Chinese family complained against an Indian family for:

• Burning incense papers

• Cooking Curry

• Singing Karaoke

• HDB void deck wedding

Which country adopts the market-based approach towards its healthcare?

• Sweden

• Malaysia

• Singapore

• United States

Americans who do not have medical insurance will struggle financially as they have minimal support from the government. As of 2014, there are over _____________ Americans who are uninsured.

• 5 million

• 10 million

• 25 million

• 40 million

What are some ways in which the Singapore government help to keep healthcare affordable for Singaporeans?

• Medicare, a form of healthcare insurance

• Compulsory individual medical savings account (Medisave)

• Passing the Emergency Medical Treatment and Active Labour Act (EMTALA)

• Subsidies at private GP clinic via Community Health Assist Scheme