Singapore History Quiz

What was Singapore known as in the 14th century?

• Sea Town

• The Lion City

• Pu-luo-chung

• Temasek

Who founded Singapore and named it 'The Lion City'?

• Sir Thomas Stamford Raffles

• Sang Nila Utama

• George D. Coleman

• Lee Kuan Yew

When did Singapore become a trading station?

• AD 1298-1299

• 19th century

• 1822

• 1959

Which country attacked Singapore during World War II?

• China

• Japan

• Malaysia

• Netherlands

When did Singapore become an independent nation?

• AD 1298-1299

• 19th century

• 1822

• 1965

Who was the first prime minister of Singapore?

• Sir Thomas Stamford Raffles

• Sang Nila Utama

• George D. Coleman

• Lee Kuan Yew

What was the new name given to Singapore by the Japanese during World War II?

• Sea Town

• The Lion City

• Pu-luo-chung

• Syonan-to

Which plan was implemented by Sir Thomas Stamford Raffles to address disorderliness in Singapore?

• Raffles Town Plan

• Jackson Plan

• Coleman Plan

• Sustainable Urban Plan

When did Singapore become a British Crown Colony?

• AD 1298-1299

• 19th century

• 1822

• 1946

What is the current status of Singapore?

• British Crown Colony

• Japanese Territory

• Independent Nation

• Malaysian State