National day quiz

How much do you know about Singapore?

Today, we shall put everyone's general knowledge to the test! Some questions are easy, some less so...

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For the first time in history, the National Day parade was postponed due to the worsening covid situation and implementation of Phase 2 heightened alert.

When is NDP 2021 postponed to?

• 21st Aug

• End of phase 2 HA: 19th Aug

• Indefinitely until Covid situation improves

• 28th August

On 15 April 1981, Vanda Miss Joaquim was selected as Singapore's National Flower. It was selected from among 40 flowers, out of which 30 were orchids. Among the several varieties of Vanda Miss Joaquim, the variety "Agnes" was chosen in particular for its vibrant colours, hardiness and resilience – qualities that reflect the Singapore spirit.

Which of these is our National flower?

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The flag of Singapore was adopted in 1959, the year Singapore became self-governing within the British Empire.

Red stands for universal brotherhood and equality of man. White symbolises pervading and everlasting purity and virtue. The crescent moon represents a young nation on the ascendant,

What core principles do the five stars on the national flag signify?

• Democracy, Peace, Progress, Justice, Equality

• Democracy, Unity, Belief, Justice, Equality

• Democracy, Fairness, Justice, Unity, Harmony

• Democracy, Peace, Brotherhood, Loyalty, Justice

When was Singapore founded?

• 8th August 1965

• 9th August 1964

• 9th August 1965

• 8th August 1964

When was our National Anthem unveiled?

• 1952

• 1957

• 1965

• 1958

World Heritage Sites are designated by UNESCO for having cultural, historical, scientific or other form of significance. The sites are judged to contain "cultural and natural heritage around the world considered to be of outstanding value to humanity

Since July 2015, Singapore is home to one of UNESCO’s world heritage site. Which of the following is it?

• Singapore Botanic Gardens

• Gardens By The Bay

• Saint Andrew‘s Cathedral

• Fort Canning Park

In 1968, when Britain announced her decision to pull out all her forces from the region by March 1971, Singapore had to raise an air force from scratch to quickly take over the critical role of air defence for Singapore from the Royal Air Force (RAF).

The Singapore Air Defence Command was formed in 1968 to provide air defence for the nation.

The Airforce was subsequently named Republic of Singapore Air Force after its formal inauguration.

What year was RSAF inaugurated?

• 1970

• 1972

• 1975

• 1980

The National Day Parade (NDP) is an annual celebration of Singapore's independence. It is also a platform for Singaporeans from all walks of life to come together to celebrate the nation's milestones and achievements while rallying ourselves in preparation for the future.

Where was our first National Day parade held at?

• National Stadium

• Multiple locations, it was decentralised

• Istana

• Padang

Which of the following is false about this year's national day parade?

• Tickets for this year's national day parade will not be open for balloting

• Spectators above the age of 11 will have to be fully vaccinated

• Spectators will have to go for pre-event testing

• Tickets for this year's national day parade will be given to COVID-19 Front line workers