What does Wah lau or Wah piang or Alamak mean?
Wait!
What did you say?
Oh my gosh!
Don't cry!
Why go to Marina Bay?
View of Singapore's iconic skyline. This is especially beautiful at sunset.
What is Marina Bay Sands?
The three interconnected towers are a luxurious hotel while the platform on top called SkyPark serves as a major attraction offering views of the city.
What is the capital of the Republic of Singapore?
Kuala Lumpur
Singapore
Jakarta
Phnom Penh
What is the official mascot of Singapore?
Dogfish
Merlion
Baboon
Lion
What if you have or use an illegal drug in Singapore?
Can result in harsh penalties, which includes the death penalty.
How many islands does Singapore have?
64
Which ethnic group makes up the largest portion of Singapore's population (76%)?
Chinese
Eurasian
Indian
Malay
Are there laws against photography?
It is illegal to take photos of military installations, governmental structures, and airports as well as images of people without getting their permission.
What should you remember when giving or receiving gifts in Singapore?
Use both hands to give or receive gifts and open the gift later.
What if I drop a candy wrapper in Singapore?
Zero-tolerance laws exist for littering, which applies to candy wrappers, shopping receipts, and other items.
What makes the Art Science Museum unique?
It's iconic lotus-inspired design and unique blend of art, science, culture, and technology exhibits.
When did Singapore become the Republic of Singapore?
6 February 1819
1 April 1946
3 June 1959
9 August 1965
What makes Gardens by the Bay special?
This garden is 105 hectares and includes the iconic Supertree Grove and the Flower Dome, the world's largest greenhouse.
What is Singapore's national flower?
Rose
Orchid
Lily
Lotus
The Helix Bridge was designed to represent DNA swirls and serves who?
pedestrians
cars
bicyclists
marathons
Are there laws about crossing a street?
Yes, jaywalking is against the law and offenders will be penalized.
What is Singapore's national dish?
Otak-Otak
Chili Crab
Hainanese Chicken
Nasi Lemak
What is the nationality of the people from Singapore?
Eurasian
Chinese
Malaysian
Singaporean
Can I buy and chew gum in Singapore?
It is illegal to bring gum into the country, chew gum, or buy gum.
What is the currency of the Republic of Singapore?
Singapore ringgit
Singapore rupiah
Singapore yen
Singapore dollar
Katong-Joo Chiat is the home to Peranakan culture. What is Peranakan culture?
a unique blend of Persian and Chinese/Malay
a unique blend of Chinese and Japanese/Indonesian
a unique blend of Chinese and Malay/Indonesian
a unique blend of Indian and Eurasian
What do the moon and stars on the Singapore flag represent?
The crescent moon represents a young nation and the five stars stand for the nation's ideals of democracy, peace, progress, justice and equality.
Is drinking alcohol illegal?
Legal drinking age is 18 years old. Drinking is banned in all public places from 10:30pm to 7:00am.
What is the official language of Singapore?
The official languages are English, Mandarin, Maylay, and Tamil. The national language is Maylay but the main language is English.
What famous food is found in Chinatown, Lau Pa Sat, East Coast Lagoon Food Village, and Newton Food Center?
Hawker centers are open-air food courts that originated in Singapore. Most hawkers only take cash.
Is eating or drinking on trains or buses acceptable?
Drinking or eating while on a public transportation vehicle will result in a plush fine.
The word 'Singapore' comes from the Sanskrit name 'Singapura'. What does 'Singapura' mean?
"Singa" means "lion," and "pura" means "city" in Sanskrit, resulting in the meaning "Lion City".
What two countries are next to Singapore?
Malaysia and Indonesia.
Is smoking illegal in Singapore?
You may only smoke in a designated smoking zone or you will be fined.