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A sense of place in neighbourhoods [Part 1]

Total questions: 10

Worksheet time: 4mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Sense of place is developed when people associate _________ and memories with locations.

a)

events

b)

feelings

c)

familiarity

d)

meanings

2.

Sense of place is derived from our experiences with the ________________, and interactions with others at these locations.

a)

significant events

b)

natural and built environments

c)

neighbourhood

d)

communities and activities

3.

Sense of place is personal and subjective. Different people associate different meanings with particular locations depending on their ______, _________, and how they make sense of their experiences of places.

a)

culture, needs

b)

needs, economic statuses

c)

needs, lifestyles

d)

culture, preferences

4.

Landmarks are buildings or structures with _____________ characteristics that are easily recognised.

a)

distinguishing

b)

common

c)

luxurious

d)

developed

5.

Which of the following ways can people acquire a sense of place in their neighbourhood?

a)

Passing by a scenic pathway repeatedly when travelling to work

b)

Significant events at gathering places

c)

Repeated encounters with people

d)

Memorable events at local landmarks

6.

"A person can acquire a sense of place at a location which holds only positive memories." True or False?

a)

True

b)

False

7.

The Truss Bridges in Bukit Timah were built in 1932 as part of a railway line. Many acquire a sense of place at the bridges due to.... (choose 2)

a)

unique design of bridges which is associated with Singapore's railway history

b)

popularity as a tourist spot

c)

absence of entrance fees

d)

memories created by taking family/couple photos at the location

8.

Our interactions with people at everyday places may lead to us developing an attachment to these places, enabling us to feel a sense of ____________ to our neighbourhoods.

a)

belonging

b)

familiarity

c)

happiness

d)

uniqueness

9.

Places which may not be visually distinctive may be transformed into memorable places where people _________ during community events.

a)

party

b)

gather

c)

eat

d)

exercise

10.

Jurong Lake Gardens was transformed into a music arena when it hosted the NParks Concert Series in the Park: __________, thus becoming a memorable place for many residents.

a)

Rockestra

b)

Symphonia

c)

Rock Fiesta

d)

Music Fiesta