Singapore Topic 1.4 Quiz

Select all statements that are true.

• • Singapore maintains diplomatic ties with over 150 countries and has agreements with many of them.

• Singapore is part of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations, which encourages intergovernmental cooperation.

• Singapore drew $7 billion from her past reserved for COVID-19 related public health expenditure in 2022.

• Strong diplomatic relations build Singapore’s resilience in overcoming national crises.

Which organisation introduced the Disease Outbreak Response System Condition (DORSCON)?

• Ministry of Health (MOH)

• 
  Ministry of Defence (MINDEF)

• 
  Ministry of Education (MOE)

• 
  Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA)

When was the National Influenza Pandemic Preparedness and Response Plan (PPRP) introduced?

• 
  2001

• 
  2002

• 
  2003

• 
  2004

What is the main purpose of Singapore's Total Defence Framework?

• 
  Military defense

• 
  Social integration

• 
  Economic protection

• Mobilise people for different challenges

Why is social cohesion important during a crisis?

• 
  Economic stability

• 
  Political unity

• Effective implementation of measures

• 
  International relations

What is the primary function of the multi-ministry task force during COVID-19?

• Direct and coordinate national responses

• 
  Healthcare management

• 
  Economic planning

• 
  International relations

What are the benefits of Singapore's social unity during crises?

Select all that apply.

• Collective response to challenges

• 
  Economic independence

• Effective communication

• High compliance with measures

Which factors contribute to Singapore's crisis resilience?

Select all that apply.

• Strong financial reserves

• International partnerships

• Social cohesion

• Geographical location

Q: What percentage has Singapore added to its total area through land reclamation over the last 50 years?

A: ​ (a)  

• 22%
• 25%
• 15%
• 33%

When was Singapore's carbon tax implemented?

• 2015

• 2017

• 2018

• 2019