SQ, AQ

Question 1

Synoptic Questions

Answer 1

1) identify idea in P3
2) paraphrase + include line ref
3) provide logical link to how it supports / undermines

“in passage 3, line xx, the author argues that _____. this supports / undermines the statement in passage 1 / 2 that _____ as passage 3 _____.”

Question 2

AQ

Answer 2

point, quote, stand, eg, exp, eval, counter arg, rebuttal, link

[point]. This is seen in passage __ when the author states [quote]. I agree/disagree with the author to a large extent. Credence for my view can be found in [example]. This aptly demonstrates how [explanation]. A modern society like Singapore lends itself to such a situation because [evaluation]. [explain evaluation]. Hence, it is reasonable to conclude that such instances are likely to repeat and remain relevant in the future as well. Detractors to my view may argue that [counter]. However, [rebuttal]. As a result, [link].

Question 3

AQ eval (govt policy)

Answer 3

• The government’s implementation of XX is noteworthy as it signals their willingness to clamp down on / encourage … These policies are very effective because (link to enforceability of the policies / positive reception from the public).
• The government’s active steps to … through the implementation of XX are admittedly laudable. Nonetheless, despite their efforts, the effectiveness of such campaigns / policies are questionable given the (link to lack of enforceability of the policies / lack of receptivity towards these policies).

Question 4

AQ eval (sg traits)

Answer 4

• meritocracy
• paternalistic government
• kampong spirit
• multiculturalism
• ageing population
• kiasuism
• pressure cooker society
• highly digitalised society
• highly pragmatic society
• materialistic society
• increasing affluence