Sec 2 History_Revision Pop Quiz

These two countries gained independence from their colonial masters in the 1940s, inspiring many in Singapore to push the British for a greater say in local politics.

• India and Malaya

• India and Indonesia

• Indonesia and Laos

• Myanmar and Cambodia

In May 1954, the Chinese Middle School Students demonstrated against

• National Service Ordinance

• Poor treatment of Hock Lee Bus workers

• Poor treatment of Maria Hertogh

The (a)   Party formed the Central Government in Malaysia. It is made up of the UMNO, MIC and MCA.

Which of the following was not a reason why the 1959 elections was significant

• Largest number of political parties and voters compared to earlier elections

• It would give Singapore control over almost all areas of government

• It would determine if Singapore would merge with Malaya

• It determined the first Prime Minister of Singapore

(a)   was a Malay word that signified freedom and independence. It was a popular slogan throughout the 1950s and 1960s. Spell it accurately.

This country turned communist on 1 Oct 1949. It added to British fears that Singapore might be influenced and turn communist.

• People's Republic of China

• Taiwan

• Vietnam

• Soviet Union

PAP leaders who supported merger believed it would lead to a (a)   market that would spur greater trade and create more jobs. This idea was however, not materialised when Singapore joined Malaysia.

The Central Government in KL believed in granting ___________________ privileges for the Malays in employment, business and education.

• no

• equal

• special

• social

Which of the following is NOT a reason why building a sense of belonging was a priority for the PAP after 1965?

• Citizens who felt they belong would want to contribute to the country

• Citizens who felt they belong would want to contribute to a higher birth rate in Singapore

• Citizens who felt they belong would be more likely to retain their Singapore citizenship

• Citizens who felt they belong would be more willing to defend the country and accept National Service

From the late 1960s, more countries practised ___________________, which meant that they imposed tariffs (taxes) on traded / imported goods in order for their own local industries to survive. This affected Singapore was was dependent on trade.

• Free trade

• Preventionism

• Protectionism

• Biased trade