N-Level Humanities — Social Studies

Question 1

What is the meaning of 'identity' in the context of Social Studies?

Accepted Answer

The characteristics and qualities that define who a person is, including race, religion, nationality, and culture

Answer

A person's passport number

Answer

A person's job title

Answer

A government identification card

Question 2

What is 'racial harmony' in Singapore?

Accepted Answer

People of different races living together peacefully, respecting and appreciating each other's cultures

Answer

All races being the same

Answer

Only one race being in charge

Answer

Races being kept separate

Question 3

What does 'community' mean?

Accepted Answer

A group of people who share common interests, values, or living areas

Answer

A government department

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A type of school

Answer

A shopping centre

Question 4

In what year did Singapore become fully independent?

Accepted Answer

1965

Answer

1963

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1959

Answer

1971

Question 5

What is a 'citizen'?

Accepted Answer

A person who is a legal member of a country, with rights and responsibilities

Answer

A person who lives in any country

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A government worker

Answer

A wealthy person in a country

Question 6

What is the purpose of rules and laws in a society?

Accepted Answer

To maintain order, protect rights, and ensure fairness so that people can live together peacefully

Answer

To punish everyone

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To benefit only the government

Answer

To restrict all freedoms