Chap6: What problems did the people face immediately after the JO?

Question 1

What are the problems people faced after the JO?

Answer 1

1. Food shortage
2. Economic difficulties and schooling distruptions

Question 2

Food shortages was a problem after the JO. How?

Answer 2

1.Food production was distrupted due to the war
2.Thailand was unable to produce sufficient rice, like many other countries, and could not send any to SG
3.People’s restaurants were set up to ensure locals could access food
4.British continued with rationings

Question 3

How did economic difficulties and schooling distruptions affect people?

Answer 3

1. British arrival-> Banana notes no longer official currency
2. Many who didnt have had to borrow Straits dollars
3. Education distrupted due to JO, but resumed as soon as the British could provide resources