Tuesday, July 28, 2009

ST Reflection Term3 Wk5

1NA/E Straits Times Reflection Term 3 Wk 5

From the article "Let's Write Our Own NDP Songs" (YouthInk, Home section, pg 9)

1. Who is the former NDP music director?
Answer- Joshua Wan is the former NDP music director.
2. Do you think National Day songs and music videos help make Singaporeans feel more united? Give examples to support your answer.
Answer- I think National Day songs and music videos help make Singaporeans feel more united.

The song “Where I Belong” shows that Singapore is where all Singaporeans belong as one big family no matter where Singaporean is. The song “One United People” shows that Singapore is one nation and with many people from different races, religions that will live in harmony and stand together hand in hand as one united people.

Monday, July 27, 2009

ST Reflection Term3 Wk3

1NA/E Straits Times Reflection Term 3 Wk 3

From the article "Learning to Learn from My Peers" (Home Section, page 7)

1. Why did the German leave the most indelible mark in the writer's mind?Ans-The German’s students are informed champions of various causes, and they potentially can make very worthy change in their communities. Such robust student interest and knowledge stern from the high mobility that is characteristic of the European Union. They make in-classes discussions more diverse, robust and interesting.
2. Do you think discussing ideas actively in class helps you understand your subjects better? Explain your answer.Ans-Yes, discussing ideas actively in class helps me understand my subjects better. Discussing ideas actively in class not only make classes interesting; it also builds courage and confidence for the person suggesting the ideas.