15 questions from MGS 2025. Real examination questions for PSLE 2027/2028 preparation.
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Hawker culture is one of Singapore’s most treasured traditions. It is more than just food. Dishes like chicken rice, roti prata and nasi lemak (1) people from all backgrounds together, creating a strong (2) of community and identity. Hawker culture started in the 1800s (3) immigrants brought their recipes and sold food on the streets. (4) after, hawker centres were built to provide cleaner and safer places to eat, becoming lively spaces (5) people bond over affordable meals.
Today, our hawker culture (6) multiple challenges. The (7) costs of ingredients, rent and labour make it harder for hawkers to keep prices affordable. Many young people are also not (8) in becoming hawkers because the work is so demanding, so many hawkers are retiring (9) successors. At the same time, modern technology and changing lifestyles also mean that hawkers need to (10) to new ways of doing business.
To (11) this iconic culture, hawkers must embrace modern developments (12) as digital payments, social media and delivery services. However, it is equally important to protect the traditions that make hawker food special - like the unique cooking skills passed (13) through generations and the friendly, personal interactions hawkers have with customers. The vibrant atmosphere and freshly cooked food at hawker centres add to the charm and cannot be replaced (14) convenience alone.
Through striking a (15) between tradition and progress, our hawker culture can stay alive and strong. This will help ensure that hawker food remains a proud part of Singapore’s identity for many years to come.