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What was the primary reason for the protests led by the students of Singapore Chinese Middle School in October 1956?
What was the primary reason for the protests led by the students of Singapore Chinese Middle School in October 1956?
Who was the Chief Minister of Singapore during the time of the student riots in October 1956?
Who was the Chief Minister of Singapore during the time of the student riots in October 1956?
What significant action did Lim Yew Hock take to respond to the communist threats?
What significant action did Lim Yew Hock take to respond to the communist threats?
What was a direct consequence for students involved in the protests?
What was a direct consequence for students involved in the protests?
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Which event escalated the tensions between the students and the police during the riots?
Which event escalated the tensions between the students and the police during the riots?
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What was the outcome of the riots in terms of casualties?
What was the outcome of the riots in terms of casualties?
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How did the British officials view Lim Yew Hock's handling of the riots?
How did the British officials view Lim Yew Hock's handling of the riots?
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What did students do in response to the government's deadline to vacate school premises?
What did students do in response to the government's deadline to vacate school premises?
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Who were the prominent leaders arrested following the riots?
Who were the prominent leaders arrested following the riots?
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Riots took place between __ and __ 19
Riots took place between __ and __ 19
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__ students were arrested and ___ students were expelled from schools
__ students were arrested and ___ students were expelled from schools
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Which schools did the students camp in to protest?
Which schools did the students camp in to protest?
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Who were the two Union Leaders?
Who were the two Union Leaders?
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__ people died and __ were injured after the riots
__ people died and __ were injured after the riots
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Study Notes
Background
- Lim Yew Hock became Chief Minister after David Marshall resigned
- He aimed to gain British confidence and cooperated with them to counter communist influence
- He suppressed communist-led activities, including the closure of the Singapore Chinese Middle School Students' Union (SCMSSU)
Escalation
- Approximately 5,000 students protested by holding sit-ins at their schools, demanding the SCMSSU's re-registration.
- Government warnings eventually subdued the protests.
- Four students were arrested, and 142 were expelled from schools like Chung Cheng High School and The Chinese High School for suspected anti-government activities.
- Expelled students continued their protest by occupying the two schools.
Riots
- The government announced a deadline for students to vacate school premises via radio broadcast.
- Union workers, drawing parallels to the Hock Lee Bus riots, supported the students, leading to increased student defiance.
- A clash erupted between police and a mob outside Chung Cheng High School.
- The riots resulted in 13 fatalities and 120 injuries.
Impact
- Lim Chin Siong and Fong Swee Suan, union leaders, were arrested.
- The British were impressed by Lim Yew Hock's ability to manage the riots.
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Description
This quiz explores the significant events surrounding the student protests in Singapore, focusing on Lim Yew Hock's government and the suppression of communist influence. Dive into the details of student activism, government confrontations, and the ensuing riots. Test your knowledge of this pivotal chapter in Singapore's history.
