1. Write any five interesting facts about Singapore. 2. Singapore is now a popular tourist destination. Do you think this legend contributes to its popularity? Give reasons for your answer. 3. What do you understand by the word ‘desperation’? Make a sentence to bring out the meaning of the word.
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1.)It's a city of not just one island, but 64.
It's home to the world's first night zoo.
It's a city of (man-made) waterfalls.
The locals speak Singlish, not just English.
Singapore pioneered the first F1 night race.
2.)Singapore has been described as a playground for the rich, and it's true that the small city-state does have a certain sheen of wealth. But Singapore offers more than just high-end shopping malls, luxury hotels, and fine dining (though it's worth indulging in those a bit if you can). There is also a vibrant history and diverse ethnic quarters to discover, along with many family-friendly attractions and lovely public spaces that make visiting this slightly futuristic city worthwhile.
Singapore has an excellent public transportation system that makes getting around convenient and easy. Once you've gotten a sense of the metro map, you'll have no problem zipping from one part of town to the next. English is spoken everywhere, and signs are in English as well. In fact, Singapore is one of the easiest and most comfortable countries to navigate in Southeast Asia. And as long as you're not comparing prices to nearby Thailand or Vietnam, you're in for a lovely stay.
3.)Desperation is defined as a loss of hope, or a great need that can make you act irrationally. When you are absolutely starving and you steal a loaf of bread because you are feeling so hungry, this is an example of acting out of desperation.