News Article Comprehension 11

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English
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6th - 8th Grade
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Hard
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the unique electoral quandary faced by the PAP in balancing strong government and opposition representation?
The challenge of maintaining a strong government while allowing for fair opposition representation
The difficulty of achieving a balance between government and opposition in elections
The dilemma of the PAP in ensuring both strong government and opposition presence
The struggle of the PAP in managing the representation of government and opposition
Tags
Comprehending a text
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What concerns does the text address?
Environmental issues
Political corruption
Healthcare system
Economic climate and rising cost of living
Tags
Comprehending a text
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What were some of the government policy changes influenced by Mr. Wong's political movement?
Changes to the immigration system.
Reduction in defense spending.
Initiatives like KidStart and Fresh Start Housing Scheme.
Introduction of a universal basic income program.
Tags
CCSS.RI.2.1
CCSS.RI.3.1
CCSS.RL.1.1
CCSS.RL.2.1
CCSS.RL.3.1
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What role has Lawrence Wong played within the People's Action Party (PAP) over the years?
He has always maintained a traditional stance within the party.
He has primarily been focused on economic matters.
He has been a reformer, involved in party resolutions and policy changes.
He has primarily been engaged in foreign policy.
Tags
CCSS.RI.6.2
CCSS.RI.7.2
CCSS.RI.8.2
CCSS.RL.6.2
CCSS.RL.7.2
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does Mr. Wong need to address as he prepares for the next election?
The need to maintain the status quo.
Strategies to ensure a PAP victory.
Strategies to overcome a potential electoral swing away from the PAP.
The need for immediate retirement.
Answer explanation
The text mentions that Mr. Wong needs to think of how to overcome the effect of an electoral swing away from the PAP, making it a key challenge for the upcoming election.
Tags
CCSS.RL.5.3
CCSS.RL.6.3
CCSS.RL.6.6
CCSS.RL.7.6
CCSS.RL.8.6
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