Thursday, November 26, 2009
Holiday
By AL
Would like to go for an overseas trip? Why or why not?
I would really like to go for an overseas trip. By doing this, I not only get some fun out of it, it also expands my general knowledge, especially when I visit different tourist attractions around the world. For example, only when I saw the Great Wall of China myself, did I realise how long and big it really was. I also learnt that the Great Wall of China is also nicknamed the Greatest Cemetery, as most of the people who built the wall died of hard labour. The king did not build coffins for everyone. He just practically had the dead bodies buried beneath the walls. That was one of the dirty secrets of the Great Wall of China.
Which country would you like to visit? Why?
My greatest wish is to visit U.S.A as I would love to go to Disneyland. I really like to go and take a look and play some of the exciting rides there
What would you miss most about home when you are away? Why?
I would miss my bed! Though the hotel bed is quite comfortable, nothing beats sleeping on your own bed.
At the park
Would you like to visit the park? Why or why not?
How do you spend your time in the park?
Tell me about the activities other visitors to the park do.
By GL
Yes, I would like to visit the park. By visiting the park, I can get some fresh air after a day in school, and it can help to relieve my stress. Looking at people exercising, birds chirping and the beautiful flowers around makes me happy and relaxed. I go to the park near my house whenever I am upset about something. I have my own quiet spot where I would go to. That spot is quiet and peaceful as not many people go there. It is facing a lake. I especially love it during sunset when the sunlight shines on it and the surface of the lake shimmers. I sometimes watch the sunset till late evening and then walk home slowly. I always feel better after a trip to the park.
How do you spend your time in the park?
Tell me about the activities other visitors to the park do.
By GL
Yes, I would like to visit the park. By visiting the park, I can get some fresh air after a day in school, and it can help to relieve my stress. Looking at people exercising, birds chirping and the beautiful flowers around makes me happy and relaxed. I go to the park near my house whenever I am upset about something. I have my own quiet spot where I would go to. That spot is quiet and peaceful as not many people go there. It is facing a lake. I especially love it during sunset when the sunlight shines on it and the surface of the lake shimmers. I sometimes watch the sunset till late evening and then walk home slowly. I always feel better after a trip to the park.
Rainy Day
Have you ever been caught in the rain?
By JT
No, I would not go out on a rainy day because it is very dangerous especially if I am caught in a terrible storm. Walking on slippery roads can be dangerous too. I was once caught in a storm when I was on my way for my tuition class. The bus I was travelling on had to move slowly because of the heavy traffic and to avoid puddles on the road. The umbrella I was carrying was useless under the strong wind conditions By the time I reached my tuition centre, I was totally drenched and late for my tuition class. In conclusion, I think that we should not go out on rainy days if we can help it.
By JT
No, I would not go out on a rainy day because it is very dangerous especially if I am caught in a terrible storm. Walking on slippery roads can be dangerous too. I was once caught in a storm when I was on my way for my tuition class. The bus I was travelling on had to move slowly because of the heavy traffic and to avoid puddles on the road. The umbrella I was carrying was useless under the strong wind conditions By the time I reached my tuition centre, I was totally drenched and late for my tuition class. In conclusion, I think that we should not go out on rainy days if we can help it.
Drowning
Do you think it is safe to swim alone? Why or why not?
By MT
No, I do not think so. It is very dangerous to swim alone especially for someone who is inexperienced as the person might drown and the consequences would be disastrous. I think we should always swim with a companion and be on the lookout for the other party lest something happens.
This reminds me of a drowning incident that took place just a week ago. I was at the Toa Payoh Swimming Complex last Sunday. It was teeming with activities and there were many people at the pool. I saw a small boy who nearly drowned in the pool. He was alone. He could not swim well but he attempted to swim in the pool meant for adults and good swimmers. Luckily, the lifeguard was alert and saw what was happening. He nose-dived into the water and saved the struggling boy. The boy's parents were extremely relieved. They thanked the lifeguard profusely and warned the boy not to do it again. I was so worried for the boy. It reminds me how important it is for me to adhere to the safety rules at the pool. The boy could have drowned if not for the fact that the lifeguard was alert to spot him and reacted in time to save him.
To conclude, I feel that we should not swim alone. Instead, we should swim in either pairs or groups to prevent any unfortunate incidents.
By MT
No, I do not think so. It is very dangerous to swim alone especially for someone who is inexperienced as the person might drown and the consequences would be disastrous. I think we should always swim with a companion and be on the lookout for the other party lest something happens.
This reminds me of a drowning incident that took place just a week ago. I was at the Toa Payoh Swimming Complex last Sunday. It was teeming with activities and there were many people at the pool. I saw a small boy who nearly drowned in the pool. He was alone. He could not swim well but he attempted to swim in the pool meant for adults and good swimmers. Luckily, the lifeguard was alert and saw what was happening. He nose-dived into the water and saved the struggling boy. The boy's parents were extremely relieved. They thanked the lifeguard profusely and warned the boy not to do it again. I was so worried for the boy. It reminds me how important it is for me to adhere to the safety rules at the pool. The boy could have drowned if not for the fact that the lifeguard was alert to spot him and reacted in time to save him.
To conclude, I feel that we should not swim alone. Instead, we should swim in either pairs or groups to prevent any unfortunate incidents.
Killer Litter
Would you help to keep your neighbourhood clean? Why (or Why not)?
Yes. Helping to keep my neighbourhood clean will give my family and me a nice environment to come home to.
What would you do to keep your neighbourhood clean?
I would do my part by firstly, not littering or dumping unwanted things in the lifts or at the void deck. Secondly, I would bring a plastic bag to pick up my dog’s poo when I take him for walks. Although I will not pick up litter I see on the ground as I am afraid of dirtying my hands, I would advise the litter bugs to pick up their own litter, especially if they are children younger than me.
Tell me what the contractors do to keep your neighbourhood clean.
The contractors would empty and wash the garbage chute daily. They would also sweep the common areas and empty the litter bins daily. Every month, they would also wash the common areas and the lifts.
Do you help your mother to keep your home clean? Why?
Yes. My mother assigns household chores to my siblings and me. Other than folding our clothes and making our own beds, all of us have daily chores to do. I am in charge of washing the dishes, my brother is in charge of sweeping the floor and my sister takes care of hanging up and bringing down the laundry.
Doing household chores helps to lighten my mother’s burden and also builds our sense of responsibility. My mother says that we will thank her for it when we grow up and have our own homes. She says that knowing how to do housework is a life- skill. I think she is right although there are days I don’t feel like doing my chores.
Yes. Helping to keep my neighbourhood clean will give my family and me a nice environment to come home to.
What would you do to keep your neighbourhood clean?
I would do my part by firstly, not littering or dumping unwanted things in the lifts or at the void deck. Secondly, I would bring a plastic bag to pick up my dog’s poo when I take him for walks. Although I will not pick up litter I see on the ground as I am afraid of dirtying my hands, I would advise the litter bugs to pick up their own litter, especially if they are children younger than me.
Tell me what the contractors do to keep your neighbourhood clean.
The contractors would empty and wash the garbage chute daily. They would also sweep the common areas and empty the litter bins daily. Every month, they would also wash the common areas and the lifts.
Do you help your mother to keep your home clean? Why?
Yes. My mother assigns household chores to my siblings and me. Other than folding our clothes and making our own beds, all of us have daily chores to do. I am in charge of washing the dishes, my brother is in charge of sweeping the floor and my sister takes care of hanging up and bringing down the laundry.
Doing household chores helps to lighten my mother’s burden and also builds our sense of responsibility. My mother says that we will thank her for it when we grow up and have our own homes. She says that knowing how to do housework is a life- skill. I think she is right although there are days I don’t feel like doing my chores.
At the airport
By CZQ
This picture depicts a scene of a check-in counter in the airport.
I think that it is neither school holidays nor weekends as there are only a few people at the airport. There are pots of plant and artificial logs beside the glass door to beautify the environment. There is a man who wants to take his luggage to the check-in counter but the weight of the luggage is too heavy for him to carry. Although he has used his full strength to carry his luggage, he still cannot do it. A airport staff is entering some information into the computer at the check-in counter. I think that she is not aware of the man carrying the luggage or else she will go up to lend a helping hand to the man. I think she should be more pro-active and look around to see if anybody needs help. If I were the staff, I would be more observant to see if anybody needs my help. In front of the check-in counter, there is a family of three. The mother, wearing a sleeveless blouse is helping her son to put on his jacket. I believe that they are going on a holiday to a cold country. The girl in a floral blouse and a skirt has seen what the man is doing and she is worried about the man. She is afraid that the man might injure himself if he is not careful. If I were the girl, I would go to an airport staff and tell him that the man needed help.
To conclude, the airport is a public place and is also the first place that a tourist will visit. If the airport is clean and people are helpful, it will leave them a very good impression of our country. We should do our part to be gracious wherever we are, especially at the airport.
This picture depicts a scene of a check-in counter in the airport.
I think that it is neither school holidays nor weekends as there are only a few people at the airport. There are pots of plant and artificial logs beside the glass door to beautify the environment. There is a man who wants to take his luggage to the check-in counter but the weight of the luggage is too heavy for him to carry. Although he has used his full strength to carry his luggage, he still cannot do it. A airport staff is entering some information into the computer at the check-in counter. I think that she is not aware of the man carrying the luggage or else she will go up to lend a helping hand to the man. I think she should be more pro-active and look around to see if anybody needs help. If I were the staff, I would be more observant to see if anybody needs my help. In front of the check-in counter, there is a family of three. The mother, wearing a sleeveless blouse is helping her son to put on his jacket. I believe that they are going on a holiday to a cold country. The girl in a floral blouse and a skirt has seen what the man is doing and she is worried about the man. She is afraid that the man might injure himself if he is not careful. If I were the girl, I would go to an airport staff and tell him that the man needed help.
To conclude, the airport is a public place and is also the first place that a tourist will visit. If the airport is clean and people are helpful, it will leave them a very good impression of our country. We should do our part to be gracious wherever we are, especially at the airport.
At the Zoo
By AL
This picture depicts a scene at the monkey enclosure at a zoo.
There is a boy holding a bunch of bananas in one hand and feeding a monkey a banana in the other hand. In front of him is a sign that says “Do not feed animals”. Apparently, he is oblivious to the sign and continues feeding the monkey. I feel that he should not do that as it is against the rules of the zoo. If I were him, I would abide by the rules and stop feeding the monkey as the monkey may grow to be used to being fed by visitors and rely on them for food instead of eating the food fed to them by the zookeepers.
A man has seen it and is walking towards the boy. He stops the boy from feeding the monkey. He is most probably a zookeeper working at the zoo as he has a ring of keys and is wearing rubber boots. I think he has done the right thing of stopping the boy from feeding the monkey. If I were him, I would also stop the boy from feeding the monkeys and inform his parents about the matter.
Beside the boy are two female tourists, posing for a picture taken by their friend, a male tourist. The male tourist is holding up a camera, taking a photograph while looking at the boy. I think that he should concentrate on taking the photograph instead of looking at the boy as he will not get a good photograph in the end.
At the zoo, we should abide by the rules. We should not feed the animals as they will grow accustomed to being fed by visitors and may learn to snatch any food away from them.
This picture depicts a scene at the monkey enclosure at a zoo.
There is a boy holding a bunch of bananas in one hand and feeding a monkey a banana in the other hand. In front of him is a sign that says “Do not feed animals”. Apparently, he is oblivious to the sign and continues feeding the monkey. I feel that he should not do that as it is against the rules of the zoo. If I were him, I would abide by the rules and stop feeding the monkey as the monkey may grow to be used to being fed by visitors and rely on them for food instead of eating the food fed to them by the zookeepers.
A man has seen it and is walking towards the boy. He stops the boy from feeding the monkey. He is most probably a zookeeper working at the zoo as he has a ring of keys and is wearing rubber boots. I think he has done the right thing of stopping the boy from feeding the monkey. If I were him, I would also stop the boy from feeding the monkeys and inform his parents about the matter.
Beside the boy are two female tourists, posing for a picture taken by their friend, a male tourist. The male tourist is holding up a camera, taking a photograph while looking at the boy. I think that he should concentrate on taking the photograph instead of looking at the boy as he will not get a good photograph in the end.
At the zoo, we should abide by the rules. We should not feed the animals as they will grow accustomed to being fed by visitors and may learn to snatch any food away from them.
At the food centre
Introduction/Setting
This is a picture depicting a scene at a food centre. It appears that this scene takes place during lunch hour as the food centre is very crowded. There is a long queue over at the noodles stall. It is probably because the noodles are delicious.
Body (Observation – Interpretation – Application)
Observation 1
There appears to be a commotion. A boy in a striped T-shirt is holding a bowl of piping hot noodles. A man has accidentally bumped into the boy, causing him to spill his noodles onto a woman with dark curly hair.
Interpretation 1
I think that the woman looks very annoyed as her clothes are stained by the soup from the noodles. She could also have been scalded by the hot soup. Her anger is fully understandable. I would feel angry too if I were the woman.
Application 1
If I were the boy, I would apologise profusely to the woman to appease her anger. As the saying goes, ‘Hell knows no fury like a woman scorned’. I think he had better take the initiative to apologise first before she gives him a piece of her mind.
Observation 2
The man who has bumped into the boy looks apologetic.
Interpretation 2
Judging from his expression, I can tell from that he did not knock into the boy on purpose.
Application 2
I feel that he should also apologise to the woman instead of allowing the boy to take the blame.
Conclusion
The food centre is indeed a crowded place especially during lunch time. The woman just happens to be in the wrong place and at the wrong time. I guess one just has to be more careful in a crowded place to avoid such an unpleasant incident from happening again.
This is a picture depicting a scene at a food centre. It appears that this scene takes place during lunch hour as the food centre is very crowded. There is a long queue over at the noodles stall. It is probably because the noodles are delicious.
Body (Observation – Interpretation – Application)
Observation 1
There appears to be a commotion. A boy in a striped T-shirt is holding a bowl of piping hot noodles. A man has accidentally bumped into the boy, causing him to spill his noodles onto a woman with dark curly hair.
Interpretation 1
I think that the woman looks very annoyed as her clothes are stained by the soup from the noodles. She could also have been scalded by the hot soup. Her anger is fully understandable. I would feel angry too if I were the woman.
Application 1
If I were the boy, I would apologise profusely to the woman to appease her anger. As the saying goes, ‘Hell knows no fury like a woman scorned’. I think he had better take the initiative to apologise first before she gives him a piece of her mind.
Observation 2
The man who has bumped into the boy looks apologetic.
Interpretation 2
Judging from his expression, I can tell from that he did not knock into the boy on purpose.
Application 2
I feel that he should also apologise to the woman instead of allowing the boy to take the blame.
Conclusion
The food centre is indeed a crowded place especially during lunch time. The woman just happens to be in the wrong place and at the wrong time. I guess one just has to be more careful in a crowded place to avoid such an unpleasant incident from happening again.
Accident
Introduction/Setting
This is a picture depicting a scene of a road accident. It appears that this scene takes place in the day as the street lights are not turned on.
Body (Observation – Interpretation – Application)
Observation 1
There is a stationary car in the picture. A dog, which is bleeding profusely, is lying in front of the car. I think that the car could have knocked down the poor little dog.
Interpretation 1
A young boy is kneeling beside the dog and stroking its fur. Judging from his sad expression, I guess that he could be the owner of the dog.
Application 1
If I were the boy, I would be devastated if a car ran over my dog.
Observation 2
A man standing over the dog seems to the driver of the vehicle.
Interpretation 2
I can tell from his apologetic and guilt-stricken expression that he has knocked down the dog.
Application 2
I would bring the injured puppy to the vet immediately if I were him.
Observation 3
A man dressed in a pair of dark pants putting his hands over the boy’s shoulders to comfort him.
Interpretation 3
He seemed to be rather concerned about the boy and his dog. He is probably the boy’s father.
Application 3
If I were the boy’s father, I might confront the driver of the car and demand that he take the dog to the vet immediately. I might even demand full compensation if I had not seen the broken leash on the ground.
Conclusion
However, judging from the broken leash, it appears that the boy has lost control of the dog and the animal has dashed onto the path of the car. So I feel that the driver is not entirely to be blamed for this accident. It was just an unfortunate turn of events.
This is a picture depicting a scene of a road accident. It appears that this scene takes place in the day as the street lights are not turned on.
Body (Observation – Interpretation – Application)
Observation 1
There is a stationary car in the picture. A dog, which is bleeding profusely, is lying in front of the car. I think that the car could have knocked down the poor little dog.
Interpretation 1
A young boy is kneeling beside the dog and stroking its fur. Judging from his sad expression, I guess that he could be the owner of the dog.
Application 1
If I were the boy, I would be devastated if a car ran over my dog.
Observation 2
A man standing over the dog seems to the driver of the vehicle.
Interpretation 2
I can tell from his apologetic and guilt-stricken expression that he has knocked down the dog.
Application 2
I would bring the injured puppy to the vet immediately if I were him.
Observation 3
A man dressed in a pair of dark pants putting his hands over the boy’s shoulders to comfort him.
Interpretation 3
He seemed to be rather concerned about the boy and his dog. He is probably the boy’s father.
Application 3
If I were the boy’s father, I might confront the driver of the car and demand that he take the dog to the vet immediately. I might even demand full compensation if I had not seen the broken leash on the ground.
Conclusion
However, judging from the broken leash, it appears that the boy has lost control of the dog and the animal has dashed onto the path of the car. So I feel that the driver is not entirely to be blamed for this accident. It was just an unfortunate turn of events.
Fishing at the canal
By JN
This is a picture depicting a scene at a canal. It appears to be raining.
There are three pairs of shoes near the canal. I think that those shoes belong to the boys in the canal. There is also a jar partially filled with water with fishes swimming inside. One of the boys is also holding a fishing net. I think that the boys must have been catching fishes in the canal earlier.
There are three boys in the canal. One of the boys is wearing a striped polo T-shirt, another wearing a collared T-shirt and another wearing a white T-shirt with black shorts. The boys wearing the striped polo T-shirt and the collared T-shirt are grinning widely. They are also splashing water onto the boy wearing a white T-shirt with black shorts. The boy wearing the white T-shirt is trying to shield himself by using his hands to block the splashes of water. Judging from his facial expression and defensive actions, I guess that the two boys are bullying boy wearing the white shirt. Judging from the two boys’ expression, I can tell that they are having a lot of fun. They, however, are having fun at the expense of the boy wearing the white shirt.
At the right-hand corner of the picture, there is a girl and an adult. The adult is probably the girl’s father. The girl is holding onto one of her father’s hands and pointing towards the bullied boy with her other hand. The girl’s father is holding a cane in one of his hands. If I were the father, I would lecture all the three boys for playing in the canal. However, I will more likely focus on the two boys who has been splashing water on the poor boy. I might ring up their parents in the hope that the boys would be punished accordingly.
To conclude, I feel that although the two boys bullied the boy in the white shirt, all of them were at fault. They should not catch fishes in the canal in the first place, especially when it is raining, as it is very dangerous.
This is a picture depicting a scene at a canal. It appears to be raining.
There are three pairs of shoes near the canal. I think that those shoes belong to the boys in the canal. There is also a jar partially filled with water with fishes swimming inside. One of the boys is also holding a fishing net. I think that the boys must have been catching fishes in the canal earlier.
There are three boys in the canal. One of the boys is wearing a striped polo T-shirt, another wearing a collared T-shirt and another wearing a white T-shirt with black shorts. The boys wearing the striped polo T-shirt and the collared T-shirt are grinning widely. They are also splashing water onto the boy wearing a white T-shirt with black shorts. The boy wearing the white T-shirt is trying to shield himself by using his hands to block the splashes of water. Judging from his facial expression and defensive actions, I guess that the two boys are bullying boy wearing the white shirt. Judging from the two boys’ expression, I can tell that they are having a lot of fun. They, however, are having fun at the expense of the boy wearing the white shirt.
At the right-hand corner of the picture, there is a girl and an adult. The adult is probably the girl’s father. The girl is holding onto one of her father’s hands and pointing towards the bullied boy with her other hand. The girl’s father is holding a cane in one of his hands. If I were the father, I would lecture all the three boys for playing in the canal. However, I will more likely focus on the two boys who has been splashing water on the poor boy. I might ring up their parents in the hope that the boys would be punished accordingly.
To conclude, I feel that although the two boys bullied the boy in the white shirt, all of them were at fault. They should not catch fishes in the canal in the first place, especially when it is raining, as it is very dangerous.
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