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Course Introduction

Welcome to Singapore e-Journey

Welcome to Your New Home!

Chapter 1: Our Shared Values

Chapter 1 Introduction

We Place Nation Before Community and Society Above Self

We Uphold Family as the Basic Unit of Society

We Provide Community Support and Respect for the Individual

We Seek Consensus Not Conflict

We Appreciate Racial and Religious Harmony

Chapter 1 Summary

Chapter 2: Our Responsibilities as Citizens

Chapter 2 Introduction

Affirming Our Multiculturalism & Secularism

Military Defence

Economic Defence

Digital Defence

Psychological Defence

Contributing to the Community

Chapter 2 Summary

Chapter 3: Our Society and Way of Life

Chapter 3 Introduction

Getting to Know Singapore’s Communities

Singaporean Chinese

Singaporean Malays

Singaporean Indians

Singaporean Eurasians

Singaporean Peranakans

Interacting in a Multicultural Society

Housing Estates

Offices and Workplaces

Getting Around in Singapore

On the Internet

Chapter 3 Summary

Chapter 4: Our Arts and Culture

Chapter 4 Introduction

Our Arts and Culture Journey

Importance of Arts and Culture to Singapore and Singaporeans

Our Creative Community and Cultural Ecosystem

Chapter 4 Summary

Chapter 5: Our History

Chapter 5 Introduction

Our National Monuments

Sri Mariamman Temple

Thian Hock Keng Temple

Hajjah Fatimah Mosque

St Joseph’s Church

The Istana and Sri Temasek

Maghain Aboth Synagogue

Chapter 5 Summary

Chapter 6: Our National Symbols, Systems and Institutions

Chapter 6 Introduction

Our National Symbols

Our National Systems and Institutions

Our Education System

Central Provident Fund

Our Healthcare System

National Service

Our System of Government

Chapter 6 Summary

Chapter 7: Our Future, Together

Chapter 7 Introduction

Technological Disruptions

Bilateral and Multilateral Shifts

Socio-demographic Challenges

Aspirations for a Future Singapore

Chapter 7 Summary

Singapore e-Journey Completed

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Chapter 3: Our Society and Way of Life

Chapter 3 Quiz

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Chapter 3 Quiz

It’s time for a quiz! Answer 5 questions to test yourself on what you have just learned. You can attempt the quiz as many times as you want. Good luck!

1 / 5

What is a language spoken by the Peranakans that is a result of the intermarriages between people of different heritage?

Select the correct answer:

Hakka

Baweanese

Chetti Creole

Urdu

2 / 5

I have just moved to Singapore, and I am excited to dine out at the hawker centres and try some of the local cuisine. What are some behaviours or social norms that I should follow?

Select THREE correct answers:

Order food by shouting for the stallholder's attention

Return food trays and crockery to designated tray return points

Address the stallholders as 'Uncle' or 'Aunty' especially if they are older than me

Leave used tissues and food remnants on the table for the cleaners to clear

To communicate more effectively with stallholders, use local lingo like 'dabao' when taking away food

3 / 5

Last month, a new neighbour moved into the flat next to mine. They have a dog which I suspect has been urinating near my shoe cabinet and plants. How should I respond or try to resolve this?

Select TWO correct answers:

I should tolerate it to avoid offending anyone

I should report this to the authorities

I should approach the Community Mediation Centre if we are unable to reach a consensus

I should find the right time to politely explain the situation to my new neighbour

I should tell my other neighbours and hope someone else speaks up

4 / 5

What are some ways we can be a responsible citizen online?

Select TWO correct answers:

Consider whether content is fake or misleading before sharing with others

Share interesting personal information that you have uncovered about someone

Frame your replies constructively

Avoid stepping in when someone is being harassed as it does not concern you

5 / 5

I am invited by my friend to her Valaikaapu ceremony, held during the 7th month of pregnancy, to celebrate the approaching birth of her child. What is customary to bring as a gift?

Select the correct answer:

Fragrant tea leaves

Red packets containing money

Boiled eggs with shells dyed red

Glass bangles

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