10 Questions
According to the passage, what is the system of meritocracy based on?
Talents, achievement, or effort
What is the main concern raised about meritocracy in Singapore and other societies?
It hinders social mobility
According to Gillian Koh, why might the meritocratic system be considered unfair today?
It perpetuates advantages for the next generation
How does the author describe the impact of meritocracy on children of successful individuals?
They have a higher likelihood of achieving success
What was the initial fairness of the meritocratic system attributed to by Gillian Koh?
Absence of social class distinctions
What is the primary factor determining one's position in a meritocratic system?
Talents, achievement, or effort
In what way did the meritocratic system evolve over time according to the passage?
It resulted in an arms race for academic achievement
What is the consequence mentioned for children of successful individuals in a meritocratic system?
They have a better starting point and lots of resources
'Meritocracy' can be best defined as a system where:
'Advancement and economic rewards are based on talents, achievement, or effort'
'Blowback' in the context of meritocracy refers to:
'A backlash against the inequities created by meritocracy'
This quiz explores the concept of meritocracy, where individual advancement is based on talent, achievement, or effort rather than on family background or social connections. It also delves into the challenges and criticisms faced by the meritocratic system.
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