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Monday, April 19, 2010 10:18 AM
Total Defence Day Reflection


Every year, Singapore celebrates Total Defence Day on the 15 of September. Total Defence has five aspects – Military Defence, Civil Defence, Economic Defence, Social Defence and Psychological Defence. These five aspects represent the key sectors of society. The theme for this year is , "I Will" .

Our school had commemorated this year's total defence day in school, by using that theme. Out form teachers gave us 5 piece of papers each,and us told start with 'I Will', and to write down what we know about the five aspects of total defence. Next, we went around the booths set up by the uniform groups. We paste the papers on each board of different defences and watch the groups on how they demonstrate the defences. Then, we head to the canteen for our food rationing. The school provided us with some bread and plain water, to let us experience how our forefathers had food rationing in the past. Lastly, we went up to the hall for some performances, some are from the different races of dance. It was really entertaining and it also told us that we should
respect cultures of different races.

Through commemorating total defence day in school, I understand that respect is not confined to respect for there in authority. We must respect for peers and self-respect are equally important. We must also have excellence, always doing the best I can at all time. Friendship among people of different races is the key to peace and harmony too.


Wednesday, August 5, 2009 9:25 PM
Mock Exam Summary


Lukas family was worried because the fog was very huge and he disappeared on his own. They were afraid that elephants may step him to death. Everybody searched and called out for Lukas until dark. Lukas’ brothers stood bewildered, in the quiet house. However, they could not find any traces of Lukas. When the fog started clearing, four of them started searching for Lukas. Two others made a big fire, hoping that Lukas will see the glow and come back. At daybreak, Koos went to tell the forester about Lukas. By midday, fourteen woodcutters were taking part in the search. During evening, the constable said that Lukas might be dead. The numbers of men searching were increasing everyday, as the news spread through the forest. On the eighth day, Martiens took upon himself, saying that Lukas was dead. Elias refused to admit it. Months later, a child’s skeleton parts had been found along the river.

(150 Words)

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Monday, August 3, 2009 10:02 PM
The Truth - Draft 6


Several years past. When he found out the truth, Vinsanda, was still not able to forget those unbearable happenings and regretting not joining the Tigers. Whenever he tried not to think about it, images of those scenes would keep flashing through his mind. No matter what, he just could not release his hatred towards the Sinhalese.

Back in the year 1930s, Vinsanda, was an adorable 5 year old Tamil boy. His ancestors were brought in to Sri Lanka by the British several years ago. When both Jaffna and India gained their independence, everybody was living in peace till 1948. The Sinhalese government announced the Ceylon Citizenship Act and everything seemed to be changing gradually. This left Vinsanda, his family and many other Tamils to be found stateless. Many others were not able to have a proper job too. This Citizenship Act made many Tamils unhappy and it was where all the conflicts started.

Following by in 1950, the Resettlement Policy was made by the Sri Lanka Government. This caused much unhappiness among the Tamils living in Jaffna. Many poor Sinhalese peasants were also ordered to be settled in Jaffna too, and these provoked the Tamils as the Sinhalese were living in the Tamils’ territories. Therefore, many Tamils including Vinsanda’s dad, Gayesh, were opposing. However, the plan of resettlement still continued.

Vinsanda and his family members were all upset with the Sinhalese. To get back what they deserved, Gayesh wanted Vinsanda to study well and get into the university in Colombo, the capital of Sri Lanka.

“OK! I promise you, dad, I’ll work hard!” promised Vinsanda excitedly, hooking his finger with his dad's.

However, things turned from bad to worst. In 1956, the Government announced that the Official Language was changed from English to Sinhala. Vinsanda was very worried if he was able to manage this new official language, when he was only given 3 short years to learn, before taking his ‘O’ levels. Moreover, his parents still continued to encourage him.

Few weeks later, something turned out unexpectedly. Vinsanda and his mum, Sivakami were totally shocked and devastated. His dad, Gayesh, was taken away by some Sinhalese soldiers. Sivakami knew that her husband would never return, however she kept truth from Vinsanda.

In order to hide the fact, Sivakami replied softly while bearing her tears, “Your dad wants you to study hard, so concentrate on your studies. I’m sure your dad will be back...”

Later on in 1972, the New University Admission criteria were brought out by the Sri Lanka government. This was for the privilege of the Sinhalese, in order for them to have an easier entry into the University. However, this also sparked off much unhappiness from the Tamils, in which the government was very unfair to them. Fortunately with his good results, Vinsanda was one of the few Tamils that were able to enter the University.

Nonetheless, all these acts and policies caused the Tamils to be very angry and upset, leaving them to use violence towards the Sinhalese. In 1976, there was the Formation of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE), also known as the Tamil Tigers. This terrorists group were not only recruiting men, women and children were recruited too. However not only Tamils, the Sinhalese also used violence towards them too.

Vinsanda knew that by formatting the Tamil Tigers was a bad idea, but what he was worrying was about his dad, Gayesh. It had almost been 20 years since his dad was gone. He felt the urge to ask his mum what happened.

“Mum, where’s dad? It has been 20 years,” questioned Vinsanda curiously, looking into his mother’s eyes.

“The Sinhalese soldiers killed him,” Sivakami wept in tears, and continued, “His body had already been buried in a mass grave.”

Vinsanda was too shocked to say anything. Tears just gushed out from his eyes, praying for his dad to return. “Why? Why didn’t I join the Tamil Tigers?” he kept thinking.

However, the Tamil Tigers still continue attacking Sri Lanka, not admitting defeat. On the other hand, due to the wipe-out of the Tamil Tigers recently, the conflicts and riots between Tamil Tigers and Sinhalese then came to an end. However, the deaths that were lost in these riots will never be back and Gayesh’s life will be gone forever, innocently.

(719 Words)

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Sunday, August 2, 2009 10:31 PM
Singapore Flyer Reflection - Draft 2


Singapore Flyer is the world's largest observation wheel. Standing at a stunning 165m from the ground, the flyer offers a breathtaking, panoramic view of our island city and beyond. It is also one of the main tourists’ attractions in Singapore, each capsule can take 28 people and each revolution takes approximately 30 minutes. I was filled with both excitement and anxiety at it was my first time boarding it. However, I hoped that the flyer will not stop in the middle of the journey, as it happened before last year. As for my expectations, I wished that I could see some of the famous landmarks of Singapore.

Standing on the ground floor, I looked up to catch a view of the structure of the Singapore flyer and it was really magnificently huge. The surroundings at the entrance were very beautiful too. The hazy vision of the scenery was both stunning and spectacular. From a bird’s eye view, I saw some of the famous landscapes, like the Floating Stadium, Esplanade and the Marina Barrage and I stared at them in wonderment. As for the colourful Floating Stadium, which is located next to the Esplanade, consists of a 27,000-person seating gallery and the world’s largest floating platform performance stage on water.

Before I stepped into the capsule, I felt that there were butterflies in my stomach and anticipated fear. However to my surprise, I could not feel the flyer moving at all. During the ride, the capsule was filled with the cacophony of students’ chatter. Some of them were very mischievous and ran around inside the capsule. After the ride ended, I felt joyous because the ride was an exhilarating one. Nonetheless, my expectations were met. I managed to see most of the landscapes and I feel that the flyer is really a superb engineering feat that was built.


One of my friends had agoraphobia and claustrophobia and she was very scared when we were in the capsule. She dare not stand up and just kept sitting on the bench. However, the others were busy taking group photos with the teacher and pictures of the landscapes. We were also chatting and laughing during the ride. Some of the others were busy doing their task sheet, wanting to complete them as soon as possible.

Overall, I enjoyed the trip to the Singapore flyer very much and also learnt many things about the famous landmarks. I believe that the majority of the students liked the flight. On hindsight, the trip was worth-going and a memorable one, and therefore I would definitely this recommend to others. I also hope that the tourism in Singapore would increase with the help of the famous Singapore Flyer.


[449 words]

References http://www.singaporeflyer.com/

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Wednesday, July 29, 2009 11:20 PM
Singapore Flyer Reflection - Draft 1


The Singapore flyer is one of the main tourists’ attractions in Singapore, and it takes about 30 minutes to complete one rotation of the wheel. I was filled with both excitement and anxiety at it was my first time boarding it. However, I also hope that the flyer will not corrupt and stop in the middle of the journey. I also hoped that I could see some of the famous landmarks and the breath-taking view of Singapore.

When I was at the ground floor, I looked up to catch a view of the structure of the Singapore flyer and it was really magnificently huge. The surroundings at the entrance were panoramic too. Before I stepped into the capsule, I was so nervous that my heart kept pumping faster and faster. However to my surprise, although we were in the flyer, we could not feel the flyer moving. The scenery view from the top of the flyer was stunning and spectacular. When I saw the famous landmarks from a bird’s eye view, I stared at them in wonderment. Some of the landmarks I saw were the Padang, Esplanade and the Marina Barage. Many of us were busy taking pictures of the awesome landscapes.

I felt very joyous and happy as I was able to take a ride in the Singapore flyer. Nonetheless, my expectations were met. Not only I was able to see almost all the landmarks, I had a great time up in the flyer too. If I have a chance to ride the flyer again, I would definitely go for it.

One memorable incident that happened in the capsule was the group photo taking. It was my first time taking photos with my science teacher, and we really had a great laugh about the photos we took. However, not all the students were taking pictures, some of the others were busy doing their task sheet, wanting to complete them as soon as possible.

Overall, I enjoyed the trip to the Singapore flyer very much and also learnt many things about the famous landmarks. I also believe that the majority of the students liked the flight. On hindsight, the trip was worth-going, and therefore I would recommend to others. I hope that more that the tourism in Singapore would increase with the famous Singapore Flyer.

[385 words]



The Floating Stadium

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10:55 PM
The Truth - Draft 5


Several years past. When he found out the truth, Vinsanda, was still not able to forget those unbearable happenings and regretting not joining the Tigers. Whenever he tried not to think about it, images of those scenes would keep flashing through his mind. No matter what, he just could not release his hatred towards the Sinhalese.

Back in the year 1930s, Vinsanda, was an adorable 5 year old Tamil boy. His ancestors were brought in to Sri Lanka by the British several years ago. When both Jaffna and India gained their independence, everybody was living in peace till 1948. The Sinhalese government announced the Ceylon Citizenship Act and everything seemed to be changing gradually. This left Vinsanda, his family and many other Tamils to be found stateless. Many others were not able to have a proper job too. This Citizenship Act made many Tamils unhappy and it was where all the conflicts started.

Following by in 1950, the Resettlement Policy was made by the Sri Lanka Government. This caused much unhappiness among the Tamils living in Jaffna. Many poor Sinhalese peasants were also ordered to be settled in Jaffna too, and these provoked the Tamils as the Sinhalese were living in the Tamils’ territories. Therefore, many Tamils including Vinsanda’s dad, Gayesh, were opposing. However, the plan of resettlement still continued.

Vinsanda and his family members were all upset with the Sinhalese. To get back what they deserved, Gayesh wanted Vinsanda to study well and get into the university in Colombo, the capital of Sri Lanka.

“OK! I promise you, dad, I’ll work hard!” promised Vinsanda excitedly, hooking his finger with his dad's.

However, things turned from bad to worst. In 1956, the Government announced that the Official Language was changed from English to Sinhala. Vinsanda was very worried if he was able to manage this new official language, when he was only given 3 short years to learn, before taking his ‘O’ levels. Moreover, his parents still continued to encourage him.

Few weeks later, something turned out unexpectedly. Vinsanda and his mum, Sivakami were totally shocked and devastated. His dad, Gayesh, was taken away by some Sinhalese soldiers. Sivakami knew that her husband would never return, however she kept truth from Vinsanda.

In order to hide the fact, Sivakami replied softly while bearing her tears, “Your dad wants you to study hard, so concentrate on your studies. I’m sure your dad will be back...”

Later on in 1972, the New University Admission criteria were brought out by the Sri Lanka government. This was for the privilege of the Sinhalese, in order for them to have an easier entry into the University. However, this also sparked off much unhappiness from the Tamils, in which the government was very unfair to them. Fortunately with his good results, Vinsanda was one of the few Tamils that were able to enter the University.

Nonetheless, all these acts and policies caused the Tamils to be very angry and upset, leaving them to use violence towards the Sinhalese. In 1976, there was the Formation of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE), also known as the Tamil Tigers. This terrorists group were not only recruiting men, women and children were inside too. However not only Tamils, the Sinhalese also used violence towards the Tamils too.

Vinsanda knew that by formatting the Tamil Tigers was a bad idea, but what he was worrying was about his dad, Gayesh. It had almost been 20 years since his dad was gone. He felt the urge to ask his mum what happened.

“Mum, where’s dad? It has been 20 years,” questioned Vinsanda curiously, looking into his mother’s eyes.

“The Sinhalese soldiers killed him,” Sivakami wept in tears, and continued, “His body had already been buried in a mass grave.”

Vinsanda was too shocked to say anything. Tears just gushed out from his eyes, praying for his dad to return. “Why? Why didn’t I join the Tamil Tigers?” he kept thinking.

However, the Tamil Tigers still continue attacking Sri Lanka, not admitting defeat. On the other hand, due to the wipe-out of the Tamil Tigers recently, the conflicts and riots between Tamil Tigers and Sinhalese then came to an end. However, the deaths that were lost in these riots will never be back and Gayesh’s life will be gone forever, innocently.

(720 Words)

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Monday, July 27, 2009 11:21 PM
The Truth - Draft 4


Several years past. When he found out the truth, Vinsanda, was still not able to forget those unbearable happenings. Everytime he tried not to think about them, but images of those scenes kept flashing through his mind. No matter what, he just cannot release his hatred towards the Sinhalese.

Back in the year 1930s, Vinsanda, was an adorable 5 year old Tamil boy. His parents were brought in to Sri Lanka by the British years ago. Not long after, everybody lived in peace when both Jaffna and India gained their independence. However in 1948, when the Sinhalese government announced the Ceylon Citizenship Act, everything changed. This left Vinsanda, his family and many other Tamils to be found stateless. Many others were not able to have a proper job too. This Citizenship Act made many Tamils unhappy and it was where all the conflicts started.

Following by in 1950, the Resettlement Policy was made by the Sri Lanka Government. This caused much unhappiness among the Tamils living in Jaffna. Many poor Sinhalese peasants were also ordered to be settled in Jaffna too, and these provoked the Tamils as the Sinhalese were living in the Tamils’ territories. Therefore, many Tamils including Vinsanda’s dad, Gayesh, were opposing. However, the plan of resettlement still continued.

Vinsanda and his family members were all upset with the Sinhalese. To get back what they deserved, Gayesh wants Vinsanda to study well and get into the university in Colombo, the capital of Sri Lanka.

“OK! I promise you, dad, I will work hard!” promised Vinsanda excitedly, hooking his finger with his dad's

However, things turned from bad to worst. In 1956, the Government announced that the Official Language was changed from English to Sinhala. Vinsanda was very worried if he was able to manage this new official language, when he was only given 3 short years to learn, before he enters the university. Moreover, his parents still continued to encourage him.

Few weeks later, something turned out unexpectedly. Vinsanda and his mum, Sivakami were totally shocked and devastated. His dad, Gayesh, was taken away by some Sinhalese soldiers. Sivakami knew that her husband will never return, however she kept truth from Vinsanda.

Sivakami replied softly, bearing her tears, “Your dad wants you to study hard, so concentrate on your studies. I am sure your dad will be back...”

Later on in 1972, a New University Admission criteria was brought out by the Sri Lanka government. This is for the privilege of the Sinhalese, for them to have an easier entry to the University. However, this also sparked off much unhappiness from the Tamils, in which the government was very unfair to them. Fortunately with his good results, Vinsanda was one of the few Tamils that were able to enter the University.

Nonetheless, all these Acts and policies made by the government caused the Tamils to be very angry and upset, leaving them to use violence towards the Sinhalese. In 1976, there was the Formation of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam, also known as the Tamil Tigers. This terrorists group were not only recruiting men, women and children were inside too. However not only Tamils, the Sinhalese also used violence towards the Tamils too.

Vinsanda knew that by formatting the Tamil Tigers was a bad idea, but what he was worrying is about his dad, Gayesh. It is almost 20 years since his dad was gone. He felt that he had the urge to ask his mum what happened.

“Mum, where is dad? It has been 20 years,” questioned Vinsanda curiously, looking into his mother’s eyes.

“The Sinhalese soldiers killed him,” Sivakami weeps in tears, and continued, “His body had already been buried in a mass grave.”

Vinsanda was too shocked to say anything. Tears just gushed out from his eyes, praying for his dad to return. The Tamil Tigers still continue attacking Sri Lanka, and did not admit defeat. On the other hand, due to the wipe-out of the Tamil Tigers recently, the conflicts and riots between Tamil Tigers and Sinhalese then came to an end. However, the deaths that were lost in these riots will never be back and Gayesh’s life will be gone forever, innocently.

(699 Words)

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10:46 PM
The Truth - Draft 3


Several years passed. When he found out the truth, Vinsanda, now in his fifties, was still not able to forget those unbearable happenings. Every now and then, images of those scenes kept flashing through his mind. No matter what, he just cannot release his hatred towards the Sinhalese.

Back in the year 1930s, Vinsanda, was an adorable 5 year old Tamil boy. His parents were brought in to Sri Lanka by the British years ago. Not long after, everybody lived in peace when both Jaffna and India gained their independence. However in 1948, when the Sinhalese government announced the Ceylon Citizenship Act, everything changed. This left Vinsanda, his family and many other Tamils to be found stateless. Many others were not able to have a proper job too. This Citizenship Act made many Tamils unhappy and it was where all the conflicts started.

Following by in 1950, the Resettlement Policy was made by the Sri Lanka Government. This caused much unhappiness among the Tamils living in Jaffna. Many poor Sinhalese peasants were also ordered to be settled in Jaffna too, and these provoked the Tamils as the Sinhalese were living in the Tamils’ territories. Therefore, many Tamils including Vinsanda’s dad, Gayesh, were opposing. However, the plan of resettlement still continued.

Vinsanda and his family members were all upset with the Sinhalese. To get back what they deserved, Gayesh wants Vinsanda to study well and get into the university in Colombo, the capital of Sri Lanka.

“OK! I promise you, dad, I will work hard!” said Vinsanda, in a promising and confidence tone.

However, things turned from bad to worst. In 1956, the Government announced that the Official Language was changed from English to Sinhala. Vinsanda was very worried if he was able to manage this new official language, when he was only given 3 short years to learn, before he enters the university. Moreover, his parents still continued to encourage him.

Few weeks later, something turned out unexpectedly. Vinsanda and his mum, Sivakami were totally shocked and devastated. His dad, Gayesh, was taken away by some Sinhalese soldiers. Sivakami knew that her husband will never return, however she kept truth from Vinsanda.

“Your dad wants you to study hard, so concentrate on your studies. I am sure your dad will be back...” Sivakami said, bearing her tears.

Later on in 1972, a New University Admission criteria was brought out by the Sri Lanka government. This is for the privilege of the Sinhalese, for them to have an easier entry to the University. However, this also sparked off much unhappiness from the Tamils, in which the government was very unfair to them. Fortunately with his good results, Vinsanda was one of the few Tamils that were able to enter the University.

Nonetheless, all these Acts and policies made by the government caused the Tamils to be very angry and upset, leaving them to use violence towards the Sinhalese. In 1976, there was the Formation of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam, also known as the Tamil Tigers. This terrorists group were not only recruiting men, women and children were inside too. However not only Tamils, the Sinhalese also used violence towards the Tamils too.

Vinsanda knew that by formatting the Tamil Tigers was a bad idea, but what he was worrying is about his dad, Gayesh. It is almost 20 years since his dad was gone. He felt that he had the urge to ask his mum what happened.

“Mum, where is dad? It has been 20 years,” asked Vinsanda.

“Ok, I will tell you the truth, since you are a grown-up now,” Sivakami said as she weeps in tears, “Your dad is dead as the Sinhalese soldiers killed him. I cannot find his body as he was already been buried in a mass grave.”

Vinsanda was too shocked to say anything. Tears just gushed out from his eyes, praying for his dad to return. The Tamil Tigers still continue attacking Sri Lanka, and did not admit defeat. On the other hand, due to the wipe-out of the Tamil Tigers recently, the conflicts and riots between Tamil Tigers and Sinhalese then came to an end. However, the deaths that were lost in these riots will never be back and Gayesh’s life will be gone forever, innocently.

(715 Words)

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10:07 PM
The Truth - Draft 2


Several years passed. When he found out the truth, Vinsanda, now in his fifties, was still not able to forget those unbearable happenings. Every now and then, images of those scenes kept flashing through his mind. No matter what, he just cannot release his hatred towards the Sinhalese.

Back then in the year 1930s, Vinsanda, was an adorable 5 year old Tamil boy. His parents were brought in to Sri Lanka by the British years ago. Not long after, both Jaffna and India gained their independence, and everybody lived in peace. However in 1948 when the government of Sri Lanka, made up by the Sinhalese, announced the Ceylon Citizenship Act, everything changed. This left Vinsanda, his family and many other Tamils to be found stateless. Many others were not able to have a proper job too. This Citizenship Act made many Tamils unhappy and it was where all the conflicts started.

Following by in 1950, the Resettlement Policy was made by the Sri Lanka Government. This caused much unhappiness among the Tamils living in Jaffna. Many poor Sinhalese peasants were also ordered by the government to be settled in Jaffna too, and this made the Tamils provoked as Sinhalese are living in the Tamils’ territories. Therefore, many Tamils including Vinsanda’s dad, Gayesh, were opposing. However, the plan of resettlement still continued.

Vinsanda and his family members were all upset with the Sinhalese. To get back what they deserved, Gayesh wants Vinsanda to study well and get into the university in Colombo, the capital of Sri Lanka.

“OK! I promise you, dad, I will work hard!” said Vinsanda, in a promising and confidence tone.

However, things turned from bad to worst. The Sri Lanka Government announced the Official Language Act in 1956. English, which was supposed to be the official language of Sri Lanka, changed to Sinhala. Vinsanda was very worried if he was able to manage this new official language, when he was only given 3 short years to learn it. Moreover, his parents still continued to encourage him.

Few weeks later, something turned out unexpectedly. Vinsanda and his mum, Sivakami were totally shocked and devastated. His dad, Gayesh, was taken away by some Sinhalese soldiers. Sivakami knew that her husband will never return, however she kept truth from Vinsanda.

“Your dad wants you to study hard, so concentrate on your studies. I am sure your dad will be back...” Sivakami said, bearing her tears.

Later on in 1972, a New University Admission criteria was brought out by the Sri Lanka government. This is for the privilege of the Sinhalese, for them to have an easier entry to the University. This also sparked off much unhappiness from the Tamils, in which the government is very unfair to them. Fortunately, Vinsanda was one of the few Tamils that were able to enter the University, with their good results.

Nonetheless, all these Acts and policies made by the Sri Lankan government made the Tamils to be very angry and upset, causing them to use violence towards the Sinhalese. In 1976, there was the Formation of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE). Not only the Tamils, the Sinhalese also used violence towards the Tamils too. The LTTE, also known as the Tamil Tigers, were not only recruiting men, there were also women and children in this territories group.

Vinsanda knew that by formatting the Tamil Tigers was a bad idea, but what he was worrying is about his dad, Gayesh. It is almost 20 years since his dad was gone. He felt that he had the urge to ask his mum what happened.

“Mum, where is dad? It has been 20 years,” asked Vinsanda.

“Ok, I will tell you the truth, since you are a grown-up now,” Sivakami said as she weeps in tears, “Your dad is dead as the Sinhalese soldiers killed him. I cannot find his body as he was already been buried in a mass grave.”

Vinsanda was too shocked to say anything. His tears just gushed out from his eyes, also shouting for his dad to return. The Tamil Tigers still continue attacking Sri Lanka, and did not admit defeat. On the other hand, due to the wipe-out of the Tamil Tigers recently, the conflicts and riots between Tamil Tigers and Sinhalese then came to an end. However, the deaths that were lost in these riots will never be back and Vinsanda’s dad, Gayesh, will be gone forever, innocently.

(741 Words)

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Tuesday, July 14, 2009 9:03 PM
The Truth - Draft 1


Several years passed. When he found out the truth, Vinsanda was still not able to forget the unbearable happenings. Every now and then, images of those scenes kept flashing through his mind. He just cannot release his hatred towards the Sinhalese.

Back then in the year 1930s, Vinsanda, was an adorable 5 year old Tamil boy. His parents were brought in to Sri Lanka by the British years ago. Not long after, both Jaffna and India gained their independence. The Tamils were all living happily until 1948, when the government of Sri Lanka, made up by the Sinhalese, announced the Ceylon Citizenship Act. This left Vinsanda, his family and many other Tamils to be found stateless. Many others were not able to have a proper job too. This Citizenship Act made many Tamils unhappy and it is where all the conflicts started.

Following by in 1950, the Resettlement Policy was made by the Sri Lanka Government. This caused much unhappiness among the Tamils living in Jaffna. Many poor Sinhalese peasants were also ordered by the government to be settled in Jaffna too, and this made the Tamils provoked as Sinhalese are living in the Tamils’ territories. Therefore, many Tamils including Vinsanda’s dad, Gayesh, were opposing. However, the plan of resettlement still continued.

Vinsanda and his family members were all upset with the Sinhalese. To get back what they deserved, Gayesh wants Vinsanda to study well and get into the university in Colombo, the capital of Sri Lanka.

“OK! I promise you, dad, I will work hard!” said Vinsanda, in a promising and confidence tone.

However, things turned from bad to worst. The Sri Lanka Government announced the Official Language Act in 1956. English, which was supposed to be the official language of Sri Lanka, changed to Sinhala. Vinsanda was very worried if he was able to manage this new official language, which was a totally ‘alien’ language to him. Moreover, his parents still continued to encourage him.

Few weeks later, something turned out unexpectedly. Vinsanda and his mum, Sivakami were totally shocked and devastated. His dad, Gayesh, was taken away by some Sinhalese soldiers. Sivakami knew that her husband will never return, however she kept truth from Vinsanda.

“Your dad wants you to study hard, so concentrate on your studies. I am sure your dad will be back...” Sivakami said, bearing her tears.

Later on in 1972, a New University Admission criteria was brought out by the Sri Lanka government. This is for the privilege of the Sinhalese, for them to have an easier entry to the University. This also sparked off much unhappiness from the Tamils, in which the government is very unfair to them. Fortunately, Vinsanda was one of the few Tamils that were able to enter the University, with their good results.

Nonetheless, all these Acts and policies made by the Sri Lankan government made the Tamils to be very angry and upset, causing them to use violence towards the Sinhalese. In 1976, there was the Formation of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE). Not only the Tamils, the Sinhalese also used violence towards the Tamils too. The LTTE, also known as the Tamil Tigers, were not only recruiting men, there were also women and children in this territories group.

Vinsanda knew that by formatting the Tamil Tigers was a bad idea, but what he was worrying is about his dad, Gayesh. It is almost 20 years since his dad was gone. He felt that he had the urge to ask his mum what happened.

“Mum, where is dad? It has been 20 years,” asked Vinsanda.

“Ok, I will tell you the truth, since you are a grown-up now,” Sivakami said as she weeps in tears, “Your dad is dead as The Sinhalese soldiers killed him. I cannot find his body as he is already been buried in a mass grave.”

Vinsanda was too shocked to say anything. His tears just gushed out from his eyes, also shouting for his dad to return. The Tamil Tigers still continue attacking Sri Lanka, and did not admit defeat. On the other hand, due to the wipe-out of the Tamil Tigers recently, the conflicts and riots between Tamil Tigers and Sinhalese then came to an end. However, the deaths that were lost in these riots will never be back and Vinsanda’s dad, Gayesh, will be gone forever, innocently.

(729 Words)

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Sunday, April 26, 2009 1:45 PM
Package 1 Summary


Package 1 Summary

Today Janina Pietrasiak and Maria Lopuszanska live like sisters. They meet daily and help each other out. Both lives alone and are not affluent. Maria’s parents were anti-Nazi underground activists, and sheltered Janina and her mother. However, Janina’s mother died of tuberculosis. Young Janina clung desperately to her new family to avoid being detected and killed by the Nazis. She also gave up the chance to live with an uncle in the United States. During the Warsaw Uprising, the girls had to fend for themselves as Maria's father was sick and her mother was demonstrating against the Nazis. Maria was like a mother to the younger orphaned Janina. Janina’s only sibling survived the war but later committed suicide. Janina is separated while Maria is a widow, however both suffered from cancer. Janina contacted the Yad Vashem Holocaust museum in Jerusalem to recognise Maria and her parents for saving her during WWI. The cash reward can improve Maria’s financial situation.

[149 words]


Tuesday, April 21, 2009 8:54 PM
Package 2 Summary


Package 2 Summary

Hurricane Katrina had the most devastating impact on Louisiana where heavy losses sustained. Damage from Katrina would have been worse if those islands were not there. Many of the islands reduced to sandbars and natural defenses were gone. Katrina also damaged Louisiana’s wetlands and destroyed vegetation along water sources, whatever remains had turned an unhealthy brown shade. Hurricane Katrina had blown off both freshwater and saltwater marshes, with a devastating toll on sea harvests. Thousands of jobs depend on the oyster industry; however two-thirds of Louisiana's oysters may have been destroyed. Therefore, there was unemployment of fishermen. Due to the torrent split, household chemicals were opened. Automobiles overturned and damaged gas tanks, causing floodwater in the city becoming contaminated. Toppled trees, roots from underground look like giant pitchforks and corpses were not removed from city floodwater. Therefore, discussion was done to solve the problem. There were plans to make land for plants growth, projects to rebuild islands and replant grass.

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Wednesday, April 1, 2009 4:06 PM
My Personal Opnion towards My Career


I feel that this job is quite unique. I chose to be a sushi chef because it is my favourite food and sushi is delicious. Whenever I go into a sushi restaurant, I will be very impressed with the sushi chefs on how they handle the sushi ingredients. The pay may not be very high but it will be enjoyable to make sushi. Decorating sushi is very interesting too as you can decorate it with your own imagination. For my opinion, being a sushi chef is not easy as looks like. However, I will still choose to be a sushi chef as it is my dream job.

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3:45 PM
Job Responsibilities


Sushi Recipes and Definition
Sushi is prepared with the finest ingredients, great care taken in every step of the cooking process. Fresh and delicious, sushi is one of the healthiest foods you can eat, as it's low in fat and high in essential vitamins and minerals.
Sushi is a culinary art form. Sushi presentation is every bit as important as flavor. Sushi dishes look as good as they taste. The best methods, techniques, and food stylings are taught by master sushi chefs around the world at the finest culinary institutes and cooking schools. Sophisticated home chefs can create beautiful and elegant sushi dishes by starting with the culinary fundamentals of sushi and combined that experience with detailed instruction, proper equipment, and patience.
Explore this definitive collection of traditional, contemporary and innovative recipes and sushi chef techniques for lovers of this Japanese cuisine. Sushi experts can expand their repertoires with the inventive decorative rolls and the surprising flavor combinations.

Job Description and Responsibilities
DESCRIPTION:
The Sushi Chef's main responsibilities are to analyze cost for new recipes, determine profitability and computes weekly purchases. These responsibilities include preparing and displaying the product and maintaining proper sanitation within the department. The most important job that the Sushi Chef will need to perform is to provide service that exceeds our customers expectations.
BACKGROUND/SKILLS/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

-Minimum of 2-3 years as a Sushi Chef is required
-Skilled in proper customer service
-Experience in food handling and/or preparation
-Prepares all food product to established standards and recipes
-Prepares signs and prices product in cases
-Sets up and maintains stock conditions and appearance of cases
-Available to work flexible schedules that include weekends, evenings, and Holidays
-Able and experienced in working at a fast pace in a customer sensitive work environment.

Links
http://sushirollrecipe.com/
http://www.careersingrocery.com/index

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3:16 PM
Hobbies


Hello, I am Jing Ting from Chong Boon Secondary, Secondary 3E2. This entry would be about my personal hobbies and my likes and dislikes, home and school-life. A hobby is an activity or interest pursued outside one's regular occupation and engaged in primarily for pleasure. My personal hobbies are cooking, eating and decorating food. I like to eat Japanese food, especially sushi. I do not have any dislikes as I am quite easy-going. Normally, I will help out my mother in cooking and learn some techniques in cooking good dishes. At school, I enjoy eating the food in the canteen. However, I regretted not taking F&N as it is my hobby.

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