Thursday+Remedial+Class

Gentlemen,

Since we are not meeting this week (28/4) as some of you are involved in a talk and next week (5/5) since I have a workshop to attend, may I remind us to work online?

For this week (28/4), could you re-read the High B or Low B script as a point of reference. Then, please post your own comments on ONE argument that has been brought up by the writer of the article entitled 'Elitism'. Your comments should be in the style of an SRQ response and should be about 100-150 words.

For next week (5/5), please assess at least THREE pieces of your friends' work (the comments posted by them) by giving your opinion of their writing. If you need a sample, plse see my comments on Chen Xie's work [which can be found on the page entitled 'Wednesday 4P3 Remedial'].

Thanks and regards, Mrs Yeong


 * Week 28/4**

Jing Long's Part:

The writer argued that division of labour is inherent in a civilization and it is essential for good governance. I agree with his assertion on the basis that we live in a changing, modern society. In an ever-changing world, there have to be quick yet smart decisions being made. In this context, the need for a leader is imminent and conversely, the lack of a leader will lead to a particular organization falling into chaos. Even the nature of living things adhere to this basic principle of hierarchy: cells having specialized organelles to carry out their role more efficiently and the nucleus controlling all activities within the cell. Division of labour is also pertinent for good governance, for instance, the People’s Action Party (PAP). The PAP have allocated the varying roles of the government to the different ministries effectively and this has clearly resulted in Singapore economic success, i.e. being the country with the 6th highest GDP (PPP) globally. (159 words)