Immigration
According to the social pillar, what is one positive impact of immigration?
A. Causes wage suppression
B. Enriches society with new languages, traditions, and perspectives
C. Increases pressure on public services
B. Enriches society with new languages, traditions, and perspectives
Which combination of benefits makes Singapore more attractive as a global business hub?
A. Racial harmony, low birth rates, and government support
B. Economic growth, global identity, and multilingualism
C. Cultural festivals, strict immigration control, and racial quotas
D. Fresh experiences, social stratification, and miscommunication
B. Economic growth, global identity, and multilingualism
"If companies prioritise hiring foreigners because they are often cheaper and sometimes more skilled, why should this be a concern for Singapore's workforce in the long run?"
A. It guarantees that local workers will eventually adapt and secure higher-paying roles without any negative impact.
B. It risks causing local workers to face fewer job opportunities and downward pressure on wages over time.
C. It creates a perfectly balanced labour market where all workers, local and foreign, benefit equally.
D. It removes the necessity for Singapore to invest in local talent development and education initiatives.
B. It risks causing local workers to face fewer job opportunities and downward pressure on wages over time.
A new immigrant family is struggling to communicate in English and finds it difficult to join community activities. Which challenge of social diversity does this best illustrate?
A. Racial insensitivity
B. Language barriers
C. Economic inequality
D. Cultural enrichment
B. Language barriers
Which of the following are positive impacts of immigration? (Select all that apply)
A. Enriches cultural diversity and promotes multiculturalism
B. Causes wage suppression and job competition in some sectors
C. Contributes to urban revitalisation and innovation in green practices
D. Reduces pressure on public services and infrastructure
E. Fills gaps in essential industries and boosts entrepreneurship
A, C, E
A. Enriches cultural diversity and promotes multiculturalism
C. Contributes to urban revitalisation and innovation in green practices
E. Fills gaps in essential industries and boosts entrepreneurship
“We must continue accepting immigrants, but ensure that we protect local jobs and values.” This reflects what kind of approach to managing diversity?
A. Rejection of social diversity
B. Integration with balance
C. Total assimilation
D. Promotion of homogeneity
B. Integration with balance ✅
"Singapore manages immigration through work pass permits and the COMPASS system."
A. True
B. False
A. True
Why is racial insensitivity considered a challenge in a multicultural society like Singapore?
It may lead to misunderstandings and social tension
What does "Wage Suppression" mean in the context of immigration?
A. Employers lowering wages due to increased labor supply
B. Conflicts arising from perceived threats to national identity or values
C. Increased opportunities for cultural exchange
A. Employers lowering wages due to increased labor supply
Which set of benefits and challenges best shows the complex nature of immigration in Singapore?
A. Global identity and cultural enrichment vs. inequality and language barriers
B. Better weather and transport vs. housing shortages
C. Higher wages vs. less shopping space
D. More public holidays vs. overpopulation
A. Global identity and cultural enrichment vs. inequality and language barriers