TUGAS BAHASA INGGRIS MINAT

Created by:
Putri Askia Salsabila
Jediya Alves
Luqman Mufid
Amelia Majid Nasution

SMAN 24 Jakarta
Jl. Lapangan Tembak no. 1

SINGAPORE
Traditional Food
1. Kueh Tutu
Kueh Tutu is Singapores very own invention - created in the late 1930s, it was named
after the tu tu sounds which steamers used to make when water was boiling! Usually
stuffed with peanut or coconut, they are served with pandan leaves to add to their
fragrance.

What I love about Kueh Tutu is the way it crumbles in your mouth, revealing the warm,
sweet filling. After merely a few seconds, all Im left with are pieces of pandan leaves.
Underneath Kueh Tutus simple exterior, hours of work actually go into preparing the
flour and filling. With only top quality rice flour used, combined with years of
experience, this Kueh Tutu is a testament to the stalls long legacy.

2. Kaya Toast
The one and only traditional Singaporean breakfast- Kaya toast with soft-boiled eggs.
The traditional bread is an old school rectangular white loaf, toasted with a bread grill,
 lathered with coconut or egg kaya then slapped with a thick slice of SCS butter to slowly
melt within 2 slices of warm bread. This is the classic kaya toast. Variations include using
thinly sliced brown bread, round buns or Jiam Tao Loh Tee like a French baguette. For
the eggs, its usually put in a large hot water metal pot and covered with a plate. Then
you time it and take out the egg when its ready (about 7-10 minutes depending on how
well you like your egg). Trying not to scream like a little girl, crack open the eggs with
your bare hands onto 1 of the 2 plates given and throw the shells on the remaining
plate. Season with pepper and dark/light soya sauce.

3. Curry Puff
Heres a question that divides curry puff fans: plain, shortcrust pastry shell (i.e. Old
Chang Kee) or flaky, spiral shell? I personally grew up eating Old Chang Kee curry puffs,
and I cant believe it used to be just $1. Besides potato, todays puffs contain fillings
varying from sardine to nonya chicken rendang and durian.

Beneath the curry puffs crisp and flaky shell lies moist and juicy potato curry - the
delightful contrast of textures and the savoury flavours are the marks of a good curry
 puff. The curry puffs are fried in a large wok and lifted up using a large, flat wire mesh -
somewhat similar to a fisherman's net.

The four flavours available are Curry, Sardine, Black Pepper Chicken and Yam, though if
you could only buy one, go for the curry.

4. Laksa
Laksa is a dish merged from Chinese and Malay elements otherwise known as
Peranakan culture. There are 2 main types of laksa- curry laksa and asam laksa. Curry
laksa is more predominant in Singapore, while assam laksa is found more in Malaysian
regions like Penang Laksa. In fact there loads of variants of Laksas differing in fish type,
broth and even noodles.
Traditional Singapore Curry Laksa uses vermicelli, coconut milk, tau pok (beancurd
puffs), fish slices, shrimp and cockles (hum). Due to cost cutting or taste preference,
some stalls might opt out of shrimp and cockles. A unique Singapore variant known as
Katong Laksa has its vermicelli cut into short ends and is eaten only with a spoon. There
is much debate on who is the original Katong Laksa.

5. Satay
 Satay is a dish of skewered, Turmeric marinated meat that is grilled on an open fire. It
originates from Indonesia but has become a common hawker fare in Singapore. Stalls
are not restricted to any race and may be operated by Chinese, Malays or Indians.
Typical meats include chicken, beef, mutton and even pork which is sold by the Chinese
stall owners. Ketupat (rice cake), onions and cucumbers usually accompanies Satay. A
spicy peanut dip is also provided for the Satay and sides as well.

6. Bak Tut Teh

One of the many stories of Bak Kut Tehs invention was that during the olden days of
Singapore, a poor, starving beggar came by a road side pork noodle store to beg for
food. The stall owner was in poverty, but wanted to help him. He boiled some of his left
over pork bones and added whatever cheap spices he had to flavour the soup, including
star anise and pepper which created a soup resembling tea in colour. Thus pork bone
tea was born. Another canon states that this was a tonic invented to reinvigorate the
Chinese coolies that worked in the Clark Quay area.
 Bak Kut Teh has been in Singapore since we were still a developing country and
deserves its recognition as a simple, humble dish. Most of the Bak Kut Teh here are the
pepper variety with mild use of herbs like Star Anise. Choose pork ribs meat in your
soup for a more tender bite. The other variant would be the Klang Bak Kut Teh, a dark
and highly flavoured herbal soup originating from Malaysia.

7. Wanton Mee
The Singapore Wanton noodles was probably influenced by Hong Kong cuisine, but has
become entrenched in our culture over the years. The Singapore version is typically
eaten dry, drenched with some light sweet sauce, slices of pork char siew and wanton
dumplings filled with pork, with a small bowl of soup on the side. Auntie will also ask if
you want spicy or not. The spicy type sees chilli being mixed into the noodles, while the
non-spicy kids version will have tomato sauce mixed in. Wanton dumplings may be
either deep fried or come in soup dumplings.

The Malaysian variant is a darker colored sauce, sweeter tasting mee.

The Education System in Singapore
The education system in Singapore aims at excellence for its students, offering various
choices in preschool, primary, secondary, and post-secondary education. Even if your
children attend private or international schools, it is worth taking a closer look at the public
education system in Singapore.The education system in Singapore aims to support the
development of childrens strengths and social skills. All in all, Singapores students produce
very good academic results and often pursue excellent careers. Still, the government is
constantly working on reforms for the education system in Singapore to remain flexible and
guarantee a high quality of education.
An Overview of Singapores Educational System

Singapore offers many different schools for all age groups and academic abilities, from
primary up to college. There are different paths which lead to a university degree or a job.
However, the first steps into the education system in Singapore usually start with preschool.
Singaporean children attend preschool up to the age of six, getting prepared for primary
school.

After six years of primary school, children move on to secondary school. The education
system in Singapore allows students to choose a path at this point. They can decide whether
they wish to attend a normal secondary school, a specialized school, an express school
which leads to the "O" Level in four years rather than the regular five years or another
school (such as a privately funded one), which offers a similar education. Post-secondary
education usually takes between one and three years and offers a choice of schools,
including junior colleges, polytechnics, and institutes of technical education.

Starting on the Right Foot: Early Years Education

Preschool education is an essential aspect of the education system in Singapore. It

consists of one year of nursery and two years of kindergarten (although some institutions
admit children at a much younger age). At preschool, children learn to develop basic
language and writing skills, as well as social skills, creativity, and physical activities. At the
same time, they will learn two languages (usually English and either Chinese, Malay, or
Tamil).Local kindergartens adhere to the school year as is observed all throughout Singapore
starting in January and ending in November, with a one-month summer break in June.
They usually offer three or four hours of schooling per day.

Make sure to apply for your kids admission early on. Registration exercises usually take
place in March or April for enrolment in the following year. You can contact childcare
centers or kindergartens individually to learn more about their programs or admission
requirements. Keep in mind that there is a slight difference between childcare centers and
kindergartens. While the former are licensed by the Ministry of Social and Family
Development (MSF), the latter are registered with the Ministry of Education (MOE).

If you want to make sure that your child receives the best preschool education the
education system in Singapore has to offer, check if the kindergarten or childcare center of
your choice is accredited according to the Singapore Pre-School Accreditation Framework
(SPARK). The Early Childhood Development Agency (ECDA) has a list of accredited
preschools. You should also check with your doctor in Singapore about which vaccinations
your child needs to be accepted for enrolment.

Primary Education in Singapore

From the age of seven onwards, children attend a primary school, consisting of a four-
year foundation course and a two-year orientation stage. The goal of this stage of the
education system in Singapore is to teach children basic math skills, give them a good grasp
of the English language, and to improve their knowledge of their mother tongue.

Primary schools vary greatly in terms of the educational program and extracurricular
activities they offer. It is important to take a second look at your kids interests and see if
the school of your choice matches these interests. Some schools focus on sports, others on
arts, or social clubs.

Special Needs Schools

The education system in Singapore has a very high quality, but may leave some children
who have special needs in the dust. This is why some schools put a special focus on children
who feel out of place at a regular primary school. Most schools have experienced teachers
who are capable of taking care of children with minor learning disabilities. However, there
are around 20 designated schools that customize their curriculum for children who have
physical or mental disabilities. That way, kids who do not benefit from mainstream
education receive a viable alternative.

Festival in Singapore
1. Hungry Ghost Festival

Also known as the Seven Month, as it occurs in the seven month of the
Chinese lunar calendar, the Taoists (a religious denomination of the Chinese) take
this traditional festival in Singapore very seriously. Founded on the belief that the
month of the hungry spirits is the most inauspicious month of the year. They believe
that it is this time of the year where the gates of hell open and spirits begin to
wander freely among the living on Earth. They are also extremely cautious in every
way possible. Children are warned to stay indoors late at night; closing business
deals and purchasing properties are considered acts that will bring bad luck; and
even the stock market has been said to remain rather inactive during this period of
time. The Taoists would burn joss sticks and candles, give offerings of cakes, fruits
and meats to appease the hungry ghosts and sometimes have paper-made money,
cars, houses, clothes and mobile phones burnt so that the spirits are able to enjoy
the equivalent of these luxuries in their afterlife.
Even businesses take measures to observe this sacred festival. Many religious
business owners, including those of small stalls and coffee shops, would gather their
employees to contribute their share of offerings of food items such as rice, cooking
oil and tidbits. In their belief that by offering food to the hungry ghosts, their
businesses would not be 'disturbed' by the spirits.
Putting aside the stringent rituals is the glitz and glamour of the Hungry
Ghost festival. Yes, you heard it right. The Chinese would without fail, organize what
they call 'getai', which is translated to 'song stage'. This is an event held in various
parts of Singapore whereby a stage is set up for performances of dance and song
with lots of bright lights and blinding colours.The purpose of holding a getai is
generally to entertain the ghosts while they roam the earth. That is why you will find
that the first two rows of seats are often left unoccupied - or rather, occupied by the
spirits.

2. Singapore Arts Festival

 The second true Singaporean festival, the Singapore Arts Festival is for all
culture buffs. Each year from the end of May to the end of June, the city becomes a
mecca of the arts with theater acts, international dance ensembles, music and art
installations. Theres some great talent to be seen and heard!

3. Chineese New Year

The two long and exciting weeks of Chinese New Year are anticipated each
year with such a high population of Chinese. Its safe to say that Singapore has the
closest festival to the real thing. The streets of the city become alive, especially in
Chinatown. Highlights include the Street Light Up, Chingay Parade and the River
Hong Bao.

4. National Day

It would be extremely rude not to mention Singapores birthday! The nation was
born in 1965 and is growing stronger and stronger each year so there is reason for
such a grand celebration. Each year on August 9th, Singaporeans hold their flags high
and celebrate with several traditions including a massive firework display.

5. A two-week Chinese New Year celebration

Chinatown throws a fortnight-long party
 starting in January. Temples open their doors and stalls selling raw fish salad and
decorations glow under lanterns of the night bazaar. See in the lunar year with floats
and performances at the Chingay parade in Marina Bay.

6. Thaipusam Hindu festival of faith

This Hindu procession in February is a unique test of faith for the

devotees. Ornate, colourful frames - Kavadis - are borne from temple to
temple in the middle of the day, carried by the faithful attached to body
piercings.

7. The Lantern Festival

Lion dances entertain locals who head to Chinatown to stock up on seasonal moon
cake pastries during this colourful mid-autumn festival. The pagoda and bridges of
Chinese Garden in Jurong are covered in novelty and animal lanterns that all ages
will adore.

Chinese Garden, Jurong East, Singapore

8. Spicy evenings for Deepavali

Little India's main street Serangoon Road has its own auspicious Festival of Lights in
October, when the Hindu community parties for Deepavali. Join walking tours that
point out the best henna artists and sweetmeat shops, or see shrines garlanded in
the temples.

Serangoon Road, Singapore

Transportation in Singapore
In Singapore there some land transportation, like MRT , Taxi ,and Busses and all the other.

1. Expressways
The planning, construction and maintenance of the road network is overseen
by the Land Transport Authotity (LTA) and this arteries to expressways in
Singapore.These form key transport arteries between in distinct towns and regional
entres as laid out in Singapore urban planning.

2. MRT (Mass Rapid Transit)

Maybe its the fastest way to travel in Singapore. The extensive rail network
means that most of Singapores key attraction are within walking distance from an
MRT station.

3. Taxi
Its comfortable and especially handy if you want to go to places not
accessible by the bus or MRT. Cabs there are interest depending on
when,where,which companys taxi you board.To get a rough idea of the final
fare,check with the driver on the surcharge.

4. Bus
Singapore bus system has an extensive network of routes covering most
places in Singapore and is the most economical way to get around as well as being
one of the most scene.
5. Car and Motorcycle
Singaporeans drive on the left on the left handed side of the road and it is
compulsory to wear seat belts in the front and back of the car. The mighty Minds
Singapore Street directory (s$14.90) In invaluable and available from petrol
stations,bookshops fair price supermarkets and stationery stores.