15 questions from MGS 2024. Real examination questions for PSLE 2027/2028 preparation.
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Do you feel energised when you see the colour red? Does the colour blue make you feel calm and relaxed? Colour is a powerful communication tool (1) can signal action, influence mood, and even (2) to physical changes like increased blood pressure and higher metabolism. Scientific exploration of how colour affects us may be relatively new, (3) interest in the impact of colour has long existed. Why does colour have such an (4) on our lives?
A study found that we typically link certain colours with specific feelings. Warm colours like red, orange, and yellow stir up a (5) of emotions from warmth and comfort to anger and hostility. Cool colours, (6) as blue, purple and green, are calming but can also trigger feelings of sadness or indifference. More than half of (7) surveyed associated black with sadness, red and pink with love, and yellow with joy. These associations are common and play an essential (8) in communication. Yet, our feelings about colour are often deeply personal and rooted (9) our experiences or culture. For instance, while white represents purity and innocence in the West, it can symbolise mourning in Eastern (10)
(11) ancient cultures, including the Egyptians and Chinese, used colours to heal. This practice (12) today as a form of alternative treatment.
(13) more research is needed, studies suggest that colour therapy may have real health benefits, like helping to reduce fatigue and stress. In the meantime, you could try a simple experiment yourself. The next time you have the blues, (14) of throwing on a dark t-shirt to match your mood, consider something lighter that will (15) your spirits. If you find yourself smiling soon after, you will have experienced the benefits of colour therapy first-hand.