Anglican High School SS Prelim 2023

Section A (Source-Based Case Study)Answer all QuestionsLiving in a Diverse SocietyStudy the Background Information and the sources carefully, and then answer all the questions. You may use any of the sources to help you answer the question, in addition to the sources which you are told to use. In answering the questions you should use the knowledge of the issue to help you interpret and evaluate the sources. 1.Study Source A.What can you infer from this source? Explain your answer using details of the source. [5]2.Study Sources B and C.Do you think Source B would agree with the Singaporean in Source C? Explain your answer. [7]3.Study Source D.How surprised are you by this source? Explain your answer.[7]4.Study Sources E and F.How far does Source F show that E is wrong? Explain your answer.[6]5.“An ageing population has its disadvantages”. Using sources in this case study, how far would you agree with this statement? Explain your answer.[10]

2How does an ageing population affect a country?BACKGROUND INFORMATIONRead this carefully. It may help you to answer some of the questions.The world’s population is ageing. By 2050, one in six people in the world will be over 65 years old. This will affect countries as societies become multi-generational. Some may appreciate the greater exchange of knowledge, experience and skills at the workplace. However, many will face pressures of an increasingly ageing population on the economic and social fronts. Governments around the world have been introducing policies to cater to the changing needs of their population. Study the following sources to find out how an ageing population affects a country. Source A: A New Zealand (NZ) cartoon published online in 2002. This cartoon depicts the situation in the country where the population is ageing rapidly.

3Source B: An excerpt from an article published on a website that champions human rights in Singapore, published in 2022. Ageism is largely driven by prejudices that employers and colleagues have against older workers being stubborn and less adaptable, as well as lacking physical capabilities and technological competence. The most common discrimination scenarios faced by workers involved them being disadvantaged by company policies due to their age. At a focus group discussion organised by the Singapore Alliance for Women in Ageing in June this year, one participant spoke about younger colleagues telling her she should retire as she is already above 60, even though she is still able and willing to work. Other participants said they were made to feel guilty for standing in the way of younger colleagues who could not move up to more senior job positions. These tensions can create an unconducive and sometimes hostile work environment for older workers.Source C:From a comment by a Singaporean, published on the forum section of the local newspaper, published in 2023. If older workers want to continue working and are capable of doing so, employers should create opportunities for them.Research suggests that older workers usually have more patience and are more collaborative than their younger counterparts. They also contribute to the diversity of age in the workplace, and bring with them distinct advantages such as loyalty, knowledge and skills specific to the company. With human capital as Singapore’s main resource and a quarter of the population estimated to be at least age 65 by the end of this decade, it is a case of all hands on deck even as we enable older workers to work longer, age well and live well. Otherwise, we will be depriving ourselves of opportunities to tap the rich knowledge, expertise and experience of older workers.Source D: From a speech by Minister for Health, Mr Ong Ye Kung, at the launch of the 2023 Action Plan for Successful Ageing in Singapore. We have started work to prepare ourselves for an older Singapore population many years ago. A significant move is the gradual extension of working age. We have also introduced SkillsFuture as a national movement to encourage all workers to upgrade our skills and knowledge to stay employable. To strengthen the social safety net for seniors, the Government has introduced significant healthcare schemes.These are some of the major policy changes that we have been implementing to prepare for an older Singapore. The new policies have been many years in the making, because we have recognised very early on that ageing will be a major challenge for Singapore. The fact is that ageing will affect every facet of our lives, and we need to make changes to many areas such as public policy, infrastructure, social practices, individual behavior in order to embrace ageing as

4a reality.Source E: A cartoon, on Japan’s ageing population, published on a Japanese news site. The cartoon shows a Japanese government official holding a net. Source F: From an article published on a renowned website that engages global leaders of society to address world challenges. Currently, about 25% of Japan’s population is above 65. Such a demographic shift would severely slow down the Japanese economy. The Japanese government has taken a multi-pronged approach to this issue. Japan implemented one of the most generous and comprehensive health insurance in the world. The Japanese government has continued to improve care plans by introducing more care models that integrate healthcare, preventive care and long-term care.On the economic front, the Japanese government has also spurred the creation of medical technology and aged-care industries. Japanese firms are now investing in the design of care robots to meet the needs of the ageing population. This could create a new growth industry for Japan. Countries need to take a whole-of-government approach to make sure they are sufficiently prepared for the future. [Turn over

5SECTION B (Structured-Response Question)Answer all questions.Being Part of a Globalised WorldExtract 1Do you think globalisation is a force for good or bad for the world? Extract 2Due to the intricate nature of terrorism, it becomes crucial for governments to take charge in handling the threats. Numerous essential resources and strategies necessary for addressing these challenges can only be effectively employed or planned by the government.Extract 3

6Terrorist attacks inflict not just physical destruction but also sow seeds of distrust among diverse communities within society. Thus, it becomes utmost importance for individuals to tackle these threats collectively.6. Extract 1 shows a survey result reflecting the opinions of different countries regarding globalisation. In your opinion, why do you think there is widespread support for globalisation worldwide? Explain your answer using two reasons. [7]7. Extracts 2 and 3 highlight the crucial role that governments and individuals play in addressing the issue of terrorism. Do you think that the role of governments is more important in tackling terrorism than the actions of individuals? Explain your answer. [8]-End of Paper- Copyright Acknowledgements:Source A: https://teara.govt.nz/en/cartoon/26688/ageing-populationSource B: https://www.aware.org.sg/2022/10/time-to-retire-age-discrimination-at-work/

7Source C: https://www.straitstimes.com/opinion/forum/forum-letting-older-workers-remain-longer-at-work-has-many-benefitsSource D: https://www.moh.gov.sg/news-highlights/details/speech-by-mr-ong-ye-kung-minister-for-health-and-chairman-of-the-ministerialcommittee-on-ageing-at-the-launch-of-the-2023-action-plan-for-successful-ageing-30-january-2023-9.00amSource E: https://www.japantimes.co.jp/opinion/2013/09/08/cartoons/tiny-safety-net/Source F: https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2020/02/what-are-japan-and-singapore-doing-about-ageing-population/Anglican High School2023 Preliminary ExaminationsSuggested LORMS1Study Source A.What can you infer from this source? EYA. Target skill: Inference[5]L1Answers based on ageing population 1L2Literal interpretationAward 2m for unsupported inf