Hi all,
I will be commenting on Marcus Lau's blog post about blogging.
Blog URL :
http://blanketboymarcus.blogspot.com/search?updated-max=2010-08-20T06%3A32%3A00-07%3A00&max-results=7
Firstly Marcus had provided alot of points about blogging, mostly the pros of it more then the cons. I fully agree with whatever he said. For example, he said that blogging allows one to connect with people around the world, keeping in touch with your friends, family and even teachers.
I feel that there are pros and cons about blogging. Pros are already mentioned by Marcus. The cons are that blogging indirectly reveals your personal identification and particulars. This is extremely dangerous as it allows strangers to "track" you down. Also, there would be strangers commenting on your blog posts and you are not exactly sure whothey are. They might have a motive, not just commenting.
Overall, i think that there are more pros than cons on blogging and i feel that blogging is a great platform to express one's feeling and views on a certain case or topic.
Million thanks,
Cleon
Saturday, August 21, 2010
Thursday, August 19, 2010
Comment on Kuok Kam's blog
Hi all,
I am going to comment on Kuok Kam's recent blog post about emotional blackmail. It was posted on the 17tth of August 2010.
Blog URL: http://www.2a414la.blogspot.com
I agree with Kuok Kam, saying the the use of emotional blackmail by Emily and on Richard is harming Richard instead of helping him. Indeed, emotional blackmail is a great tool to use on someone to make them oblige to whatever you want them to do. Someone will definitely obey orders when they experience emotional blackmail, especially when their loved ones use it on them. I think that Emily thinks that she is using the right method to control her child because she don't know what is love. She has grew up living without a father and a mother and she had never experienced parental love. She thinks that she is showing her love to Richard, but she is not. Instead, she drives him to a corner and gives him no freedom. Therefore, he commited suicide. That is what i think emotional blackmail did to Richard.
Cleon
I am going to comment on Kuok Kam's recent blog post about emotional blackmail. It was posted on the 17tth of August 2010.
Blog URL: http://www.2a414la.blogspot.com
I agree with Kuok Kam, saying the the use of emotional blackmail by Emily and on Richard is harming Richard instead of helping him. Indeed, emotional blackmail is a great tool to use on someone to make them oblige to whatever you want them to do. Someone will definitely obey orders when they experience emotional blackmail, especially when their loved ones use it on them. I think that Emily thinks that she is using the right method to control her child because she don't know what is love. She has grew up living without a father and a mother and she had never experienced parental love. She thinks that she is showing her love to Richard, but she is not. Instead, she drives him to a corner and gives him no freedom. Therefore, he commited suicide. That is what i think emotional blackmail did to Richard.
Cleon
Comment on Joel's blog
Dear readers and followers,
I am going to comment on Joel's recent blog post about the Swiss Vandal on the SMRT train.
Blog URL: http://www.jneater.blogspot.com/
I agree with Joel's point of view about this particular case. The Judge wanted all Singaporeans to know that we are NOT to vandalise in Singapore, not in restricted areas. This is reasonable. However, i think that another message that the Judge might wanted to put across is that it is definitely wrong to sneek into prohibited area. I feel that this is the more important message and point to put across. Think of it this way. This time, it is just vandalism, where the paint can be washed away easily. What if, next time, it is a terrorist that wants to bomb the train or train station? Lives cannot be taken back if the terrorist actually bomb and kill many innocent lives. This is where the seriousness of the problem lies, on my point of view. Maybe we should look at this case at another angle. Why not punish SMRT and the security guards on duty for not protedting and putting up enough precautions from preventing intruders from intruding into prohibited area? i mean, after all, it is partially the security guard's fault for not patrolling the enclosed area. Do you guys agree with me?
Overall, Joel I agree with Joel's point of looking at this matter.
Thank you
Cleon
I am going to comment on Joel's recent blog post about the Swiss Vandal on the SMRT train.
Blog URL: http://www.jneater.blogspot.com/
I agree with Joel's point of view about this particular case. The Judge wanted all Singaporeans to know that we are NOT to vandalise in Singapore, not in restricted areas. This is reasonable. However, i think that another message that the Judge might wanted to put across is that it is definitely wrong to sneek into prohibited area. I feel that this is the more important message and point to put across. Think of it this way. This time, it is just vandalism, where the paint can be washed away easily. What if, next time, it is a terrorist that wants to bomb the train or train station? Lives cannot be taken back if the terrorist actually bomb and kill many innocent lives. This is where the seriousness of the problem lies, on my point of view. Maybe we should look at this case at another angle. Why not punish SMRT and the security guards on duty for not protedting and putting up enough precautions from preventing intruders from intruding into prohibited area? i mean, after all, it is partially the security guard's fault for not patrolling the enclosed area. Do you guys agree with me?
Overall, Joel I agree with Joel's point of looking at this matter.
Thank you
Cleon
Wednesday, August 18, 2010
Comment on George's blog
Hello,
I will be commenting on George's blog.
Blog URL: http://www.georgeblogging.blogspot.com/
Simplicity is yet again sighted in George's blog. He uses a white background to make it less messy. The white background allows readers to fully concentrate on the blog posts and not get distracted by other background images. George posts mostly about recent current affairs. I think that this is good, as this shows the George is keeping up with the recent global news. His blog can also be used as a platform for reference of the latest news. I am sure that George will continue to update his blog with latest news, also to keep his followers updated. Most of George's post are giving both sides of his opinions and welcoming readers' comments and views. This is encouraged as it would make his blog more "alive" when people comment and participate in online mini-discussions.
Cleon
I will be commenting on George's blog.
Blog URL: http://www.georgeblogging.blogspot.com/
Simplicity is yet again sighted in George's blog. He uses a white background to make it less messy. The white background allows readers to fully concentrate on the blog posts and not get distracted by other background images. George posts mostly about recent current affairs. I think that this is good, as this shows the George is keeping up with the recent global news. His blog can also be used as a platform for reference of the latest news. I am sure that George will continue to update his blog with latest news, also to keep his followers updated. Most of George's post are giving both sides of his opinions and welcoming readers' comments and views. This is encouraged as it would make his blog more "alive" when people comment and participate in online mini-discussions.
Cleon
Comment on Marcus Low's Blog
Hi again people,
I am now commenting on Marcus Low's blog.
Blog URL: http://lowzuowu96.blogspot.com/
I find that the theme is simple yet appealing to the eye. Unlike Qing Zhou's blog, his words and letters are big enough for the comfortable reading of the readers. Marcus Low is a great fan of the YOG and the sport fencing, thus most of his recent posts are on the YOG fencing competition. The Post are knowledgeable as i gained alot of background knowledge about YOG and fencing. However, i feel that he should maybe update his blog with posts on things and subjects that we are doing in school.
Cleon
I am now commenting on Marcus Low's blog.
Blog URL: http://lowzuowu96.blogspot.com/
I find that the theme is simple yet appealing to the eye. Unlike Qing Zhou's blog, his words and letters are big enough for the comfortable reading of the readers. Marcus Low is a great fan of the YOG and the sport fencing, thus most of his recent posts are on the YOG fencing competition. The Post are knowledgeable as i gained alot of background knowledge about YOG and fencing. However, i feel that he should maybe update his blog with posts on things and subjects that we are doing in school.
Cleon
Comment on Qing Zhou's blog
Hi guys,
I would like to give a short and quick comment on Qing Zhou's blog.
Blog URL: http://ep9cfail-blog.blogspot.com
Firstly, I find that the template of the blog is simple yet organised. It makes readers read comfortably. However, i think that the font size of the words should be a little bigger. As i read through his blog posts, the more I read, the more tired my eyes got. In the end, I had to strain my eyes quite a fair bit.
Regarding the posts that he made, i think that some were quite interesting while some were quite useful. Posts that contains quotes from Emily of Emerald Hill is useful as students can refer to his blog as a guide to the quotes. Some interesting posts are "Where is Emerald Hill?" and "Why can't people just show some support for the YOG?". "Where is Emerald Hill?" gives me more general knowledge about the book and play itself. Qing Zhou expresses his feelings and views on "Why can't people just show some support for the YOG?", which is also quite interesting.
Cleon
I would like to give a short and quick comment on Qing Zhou's blog.
Blog URL: http://ep9cfail-blog.blogspot.com
Firstly, I find that the template of the blog is simple yet organised. It makes readers read comfortably. However, i think that the font size of the words should be a little bigger. As i read through his blog posts, the more I read, the more tired my eyes got. In the end, I had to strain my eyes quite a fair bit.
Regarding the posts that he made, i think that some were quite interesting while some were quite useful. Posts that contains quotes from Emily of Emerald Hill is useful as students can refer to his blog as a guide to the quotes. Some interesting posts are "Where is Emerald Hill?" and "Why can't people just show some support for the YOG?". "Where is Emerald Hill?" gives me more general knowledge about the book and play itself. Qing Zhou expresses his feelings and views on "Why can't people just show some support for the YOG?", which is also quite interesting.
Cleon
Saturday, August 14, 2010
Current Affairs - School Sports, is it just a game?
Hello again people!
I have participated in the second Current Affairs for Term 3 and played the role of a concerned parent.
The topic of the discussion is: School Sports, Is It Just A Game?
I will be sharing my views on this topic below.
Hope you guys justify what i have to say.
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Cleon
I have participated in the second Current Affairs for Term 3 and played the role of a concerned parent.
The topic of the discussion is: School Sports, Is It Just A Game?
I will be sharing my views on this topic below.
Hope you guys justify what i have to say.
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I am here to voice out my concerns about school sports and most importantly, the safety of my child. I always ask myself, is it okay to let my child continue with his CCA? Is it safe to for him to continue participating so violently and uncontrollably in soccer? As a parent, my concerns have not been heard, and what is happening and what is going to happen in next training, I am worried.
Why are students working so hard for their sports CCA? “Daddy, I have a competition this weekend and I must clinch the gold medal and live up to my coach’s expectations.” This is what my son tells me whenever he feels stress from the competition weighing on his bare shoulders. Being parents, we are also stressed if our child is neglecting his studies. Is this what schools and coaches are driving at all the time? If that is, I think their driving towards the wrong target of just looking at results than the spirits of sports.
There have been many cases of serious/fatal accidents happening around us. Furthermore, these are accidents involving students, involving school sports.
School sports have been making headlines recently, but not all of them for the right reason.
Recently, a St Joseph's Institution student was hospitalised with head injuries after a judo match.
Last month, a Bedok Town Secondary School student was warded in the intensive care unit after a rugby match amidst allegations of foul play and punching. This shows the lack of sportsmanship.
This follows the death of a 17-year-old polytechnic student last July after he was kicked during a taekwondo tournament. Aren’t these accidents enough to prove that school sports are dangerous and vital? And as a parent, I think that the cause of these accidents is the school tending to fast-track their students without even developing their cognitive skills or their muscles, which leads to unnecessary injuries and accidents. Here is where my concern comes in. What is being taught to my child during his training? Is the coach just straining their physical strength and not teaching them the soft side of sports?
Even as a parent, I know that sports is not all about imparting hard skills to win competitions, to get nation-wide championships, it is about inculcating the soft skills that come with the game. There must be a great deal of respect in a sportsman. And that is what my child and all student sportsmen are lacking in. For example, a soccer player has to help his opponent up when he knock him down by accident. That is respecting his opponent. A soccer player has to be disciplined to take orders from the referee’s final decision. That is respecting the referee and his decisions. For example, Carlos Teves restrained himself from celebrating when he scored his first winning goal against his ex-soccer team. That is a whole amount of respect for his ex-team. That is what Singaporean youth sportsmen are lacking. I am afraid that schools are not doing their jobs and not imparting the right values and attitudes into fellow youth sportsmen and of course, into my child. That is my concern.
I also question about the safety issues both during training and competitions. Are safety measures put into place all the time? So far, I still do not know the training programme that my son is participating in school now. Is he being trained under the correct environment that will groom him up into a professional sportsman? When I say ‘correct environment’, I mean by whether a proper, qualified or experienced coach is present to facilitate the training? We are being kept in the dark about the coach’s background. Firstly, as I understand, not all coaches employed by the school are properly trained. Some are not even registered with the National Registry of Coaches. Also, the current system that craves for medals creates incentives for coaches to chase results, not build character or sportsmanship. This will definitely clinch competition prizes, but more injuries tend to occur. With more injuries sustained, who will share the medical bills for the injured? So my concern here is, is there a system that will not only achieve and strive for results, but also to minimize injuries sustained by athletes?
In conclusion, we concerned parents want to ask a simple favour from schools and coaches. Can we be informed of the training programme in order for us to monitor and witness happenings at training? I am sure that this will satisfy our demands for safety, as we parents’ first priority, and ensure us that our children are handled by the likes of experienced coaches. So that they will end up with the right sets of values, grow up with these values and approaches to sports and to life.
Cleon
Understanding A Poem
Hi,
Below are questions that can be asked to further understand a poem.
What is the poem about? (titles usually give hints about this.)
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Why is the writer writing this poem in the first place?
What is his/her purpose?
Who did the poet think would read the poem?
How does this affect the way the poet wrote the poem?
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What kind of language does the poet use?
Are there any unusual or special words?
What effect does thee use of words create on you?
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How does this poem appeal to the senses? If so, which ones?
(there are there usual 5 senses, and an additional 2, which consists of FEELINGS and THOUGHTS.)
How does the poet do this?
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What emotions are in the poem?
How much emotions is there?
How is it created?
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What devices are used in the poem? (e.g. metaphor, simile, onomatopoeia)
How do you think the poet intended you to respond to these devices?
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Cleon
Below are questions that can be asked to further understand a poem.
What is the poem about? (titles usually give hints about this.)
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Why is the writer writing this poem in the first place?
What is his/her purpose?
Who did the poet think would read the poem?
How does this affect the way the poet wrote the poem?
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What kind of language does the poet use?
Are there any unusual or special words?
What effect does thee use of words create on you?
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How does this poem appeal to the senses? If so, which ones?
(there are there usual 5 senses, and an additional 2, which consists of FEELINGS and THOUGHTS.)
How does the poet do this?
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What emotions are in the poem?
How much emotions is there?
How is it created?
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What devices are used in the poem? (e.g. metaphor, simile, onomatopoeia)
How do you think the poet intended you to respond to these devices?
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Cleon
How to write an essay
Hi guys,
Here is a brief guide of how to write an essay.
An essay consists of 3 parts, the introduction, body and conclusion.
I will explain it using a question as an example.
Eg: With close reference to the play, discuss the significance of Richard's death.
First, identify the keywords in the question. For this question, the keywords are:
Close reference
Discuss
Significance
Death
"Close reference" requires you to provide specific examples and quotes from the play itself.
"Discuss" means that you have to have a 2-sided answer, providing both good and bad points about Richard's Death
"Significance" is how Richard's Death affects the story/characters/themes
Introduction
-Overview / understanding of [Richard]
-Who is [Richard]
-What is [Richard's] status
-How, where, when did [Richard] die
This is a brief introduction of the character mentioned in an essay question, which should take up about 6-8 lines roughly.
Body
The body should consist of about 3 points, each points having explanation, elaboration and examples.
For example, point 1 of this question:
-How did [Richard] die?
-Why did he suicide?
-What led to his death? Problems? Status issue? Expectations? Relationship? Independence? All these must be elaborated further, and of course with close reference to the play, including quotes in your answer.
Then you can proceed to point 2 and 3.
Conclusion
The conclusion would be just a summary of all your points. A link back to the question is required.
Quoting in an essay
There is a specific and recommended way of quoting in an essay. Examples are given to show to right ways of quoting,.
-Richard is "the eldest son of the eldest son", therefore putting him in a very important position in... (correct)
-The line: "eldest son of the eldest son" shows us that... (wrong)
-In society at that time, girls are expected to stay home and be the "devil" of... (correct)
-The word: "devil" tells us that in society at that time... (wrong)
If quotes happen to be on a different paragraph or different page but on the same topic, they can be joined together by a [/] or [...].
Eg: "Blah blah blah / blah blah blah"
or
"Blah blah blah... blah blah blah"
If there is a change in tense in the quote to suit your sentence structure, the change should be enclosed in a square bracket.
Eg: "He was a..."
"He [is] a..." (change from 'was' to 'is')
Hope this helps!
Cleon
Here is a brief guide of how to write an essay.
An essay consists of 3 parts, the introduction, body and conclusion.
I will explain it using a question as an example.
Eg: With close reference to the play, discuss the significance of Richard's death.
First, identify the keywords in the question. For this question, the keywords are:
Close reference
Discuss
Significance
Death
"Close reference" requires you to provide specific examples and quotes from the play itself.
"Discuss" means that you have to have a 2-sided answer, providing both good and bad points about Richard's Death
"Significance" is how Richard's Death affects the story/characters/themes
Introduction
-Overview / understanding of [Richard]
-Who is [Richard]
-What is [Richard's] status
-How, where, when did [Richard] die
This is a brief introduction of the character mentioned in an essay question, which should take up about 6-8 lines roughly.
Body
The body should consist of about 3 points, each points having explanation, elaboration and examples.
For example, point 1 of this question:
-How did [Richard] die?
-Why did he suicide?
-What led to his death? Problems? Status issue? Expectations? Relationship? Independence? All these must be elaborated further, and of course with close reference to the play, including quotes in your answer.
Then you can proceed to point 2 and 3.
Conclusion
The conclusion would be just a summary of all your points. A link back to the question is required.
Quoting in an essay
There is a specific and recommended way of quoting in an essay. Examples are given to show to right ways of quoting,.
-Richard is "the eldest son of the eldest son", therefore putting him in a very important position in... (correct)
-The line: "eldest son of the eldest son" shows us that... (wrong)
-In society at that time, girls are expected to stay home and be the "devil" of... (correct)
-The word: "devil" tells us that in society at that time... (wrong)
If quotes happen to be on a different paragraph or different page but on the same topic, they can be joined together by a [/] or [...].
Eg: "Blah blah blah / blah blah blah"
or
"Blah blah blah... blah blah blah"
If there is a change in tense in the quote to suit your sentence structure, the change should be enclosed in a square bracket.
Eg: "He was a..."
"He [is] a..." (change from 'was' to 'is')
Hope this helps!
Cleon
The Youth Olympic Games
Hey guys,
Today, i will be posting about the Youth Olympic Games (YOG) that will be starting in 8hrs and 30 mins!! No doubt, I am really excited about the YOG. However, there are certain things that i am looking forward to, whilst certain things that i might not want to look forward to. Of course, being a Track and Fielder myself, I am looking forward to the track and field competitions, paying more attention to Pole Vault. I am a Pole Vaulter myself and would dream to become a national pole vaulter. I am also looking forward to soccer and basketball, my favourite ball games. I have great understanding about soccer, and have been following up with recent news about soccer and its players. But not about YOUTH soccer. I am interested to see how the top youths around the world play the game that requires tactics and sportsmanship. Same goes to basket ball.
The things that i am not looking forward to is the opening and closing ceremony of the YOG. Having reading and keeping up with news about YOG, I have not heard any pleasant news about the opening and closing ceremony of YOG. All i have read is that Singapore is not putting enough effort in making the opening ceremony a memorable one. I have overheard from my friends that the opening ceremony is worse than the annual National Day performance! I wish that Singapore would hold an opening ceremony that has the standard of the Beijing 2008 Olympic Games, being the first country to hold the Youth Olympic Games.
Bye!
Cleon
Today, i will be posting about the Youth Olympic Games (YOG) that will be starting in 8hrs and 30 mins!! No doubt, I am really excited about the YOG. However, there are certain things that i am looking forward to, whilst certain things that i might not want to look forward to. Of course, being a Track and Fielder myself, I am looking forward to the track and field competitions, paying more attention to Pole Vault. I am a Pole Vaulter myself and would dream to become a national pole vaulter. I am also looking forward to soccer and basketball, my favourite ball games. I have great understanding about soccer, and have been following up with recent news about soccer and its players. But not about YOUTH soccer. I am interested to see how the top youths around the world play the game that requires tactics and sportsmanship. Same goes to basket ball.
The things that i am not looking forward to is the opening and closing ceremony of the YOG. Having reading and keeping up with news about YOG, I have not heard any pleasant news about the opening and closing ceremony of YOG. All i have read is that Singapore is not putting enough effort in making the opening ceremony a memorable one. I have overheard from my friends that the opening ceremony is worse than the annual National Day performance! I wish that Singapore would hold an opening ceremony that has the standard of the Beijing 2008 Olympic Games, being the first country to hold the Youth Olympic Games.
Bye!
Cleon
Emily of Emerald Hill - Usefull Quotes
Hi people :),
Here is my self-study notes about useful quotes that i found which might help you in your coming test. Simple inference are stated below each quote and the page numbers can be found beside it.
Reflects the kind of person Emily is. In-charge of everything and a very controlling mother.
2. “Be a good boy and make me proud of you” – Pg 5
Have high expectations for Richard. Wants the best out of Richard
3. “Maybe that boy is not bad, but your mother is not happy.” – Pg 5
Emotional blackmail. Makes Richard feel guilty so that he will oblige her.
4. “So I kept myself busy, running the whole household, looking after all the family.” – Pg 7
Shows that Emily id the boss, she keeps in-charge and everything is under control.
5. “You know how to wash clothes… you do it the way I want.” – Pg 8
Shows that Emily is domineering and she calls the shots. Everyone had to obey her.
6. “So I look after the whole household, and I am the Mistress of Emerald Hill” – Pg 9
Emily is scheming as she climbs all the way to the top of the household.
7. “Coming to a house of women who hated me before they knew my name.” – Pg 9
Emily is strong-willed. She perseveres.
8. “So they tried to bully me but I didn’t cry: I never cried for myself.” – Pg 11
Emily is tolerant, perseverant.
9. “He was the first son of the eldest son.” – Pg 13
Shows the role and importance of Richard.
10. “I got to know ACS headmaster and his wife.” – Pg 14
Emily is sociable and tries to expand her networking/PR.
11. “I’m directing the household” – Pg 14
Emily calls the shots
12. “Those ballet-dancers on the stage, showing half their body naked, stretching their thighs…..”-Pg 15
Emily is traditional. She feels that revealing a little bit of flesh is embarrassing and shameful. She advises Doris to stick to traditional folk-dancing.
13. “Richard come with me. I’ll see to everything you need…just let mother do everything for you” – Pg 16
Emily is doting yet controlling. She makes to best decisions for Richard.
14. “I want you to be happy. And I want you to make mother happy too.” – Pg 16
Emily shows that she makes decisions that makes both parties happy.
15. “You won’t let a good opportunity pass by.” – Pg 16
Actually, Emily is the one that won’t let the opportunity slip away. Scheming.
16. “A woman must look after her husband.” – Pg 17
Traditional thinking. A woman must look after husband no matter what.
17. “You’ll be respected, people will look up to you.” – Pg 17
Social status means a lot to Emily.
18. “…When you get married you must know how to cook and look after you family.” – Pg 17
Shows the role of women in a peranakan home.
19. “You’ll do everything that I want you to do.” – Pg 19
Emily decides everything.
20. “I like to entertain at Emarald Hill.” – Pg 18
Emily is sociable.
21. “All of us daughters-in-law had to help in the kitchen.” – Pg 18
Traditional. Shows the role of women.
22. “he can go straight into your office… in future he’s going to be your boss.” – Pg 20
Emily is efficient/dominating. She plans everything.
23. “I’ve made my otak specially for your sake.” – Pg 21
Emily is trying to curry-favour Mr GP Chee. She wants to get into his good books so that he will employ Richard into his office.
24. “Make mother very proud of you.” – Pg 23
Emily does all the decisions.
25. “What is this wonderful job you have… You trample your mother’s heart…” – Pg 24
Emily makes use of emotional blackmail to make Richard feel guilty and go back to university to study.
26. “Have you got anything in writing… the grounds are neglected, the buildings need repair. When I asked my way here, the place wasn’t well known.” – Pg 25
Emily is street-smart. She makes use of her surroundings to judge whether someone is trustworthy or not.
27. “You will have broken your mother’s heart for nothing.” – Pg 25
Usage of emotional blackmail.
28. “You understand that my plan for you is the best.” – Pg 26
Most parents know what’s the best for their children.
29. “We will look after you Mum… You still have us.” - Pg 27
Shows the strong relationship between Emily and children (Charlie and Doris).
30. “I am so old-fashion. I want to kneel down.” – Pg 33
Emily is traditional and old-fashion. She prefers to stick to old customs and traditions.
31. “Susie sang like a frog.” – Pg 35
She is very critical.
32. “What was Freddy’s position?” – Pg 36
Emily is competitive.
33. “Richard was the eldest son of the eldest son.” – Pg 37
Shows Richard’s placing in the Gan family.
34. “Uncle Ben who plays polo: he’s going to teach you how to ride.” – Pg 37
Emily plans ahead in order to get into father-in-law’s good books.
35. “I am the owner of Emerald Hill.” – Pg 38
Shows how scheming Emily is. After all the planning and curry-favour that she did, she finally made it to the highest-ranked.
36. “No matter what he does, I am still his wife, I must continue and look after him.” – Pg 39
Emily is responsible, faithful and traditional.
37. “I think he wouldn’t have done something like this when Richard was alive.” – Pg 41
Shows the changes to the story that the death of Richard made.
38. “He refused to see his wife.” – Pg 44
Kheong is guilty of what he did and dared not to face his wife. He realised his mistakes and does not have the courage to face Emily. He has let Emily down.
39. “I beg you as your mother… just because you want to escape from me.” – Pg 48
Shows the change in the way Emily handled her children. She used to help Richard make all decisions and forced him to oblige to her. But now she lets Doris do the deciding and gives her a choice.
40. “You believe in small families, better opportunity for them.” – Pg 49
The change in mindset in the nest generation.
41. “I don’t want to rent out… You’ve always been so helpful to me.” – Pg 50
Emily lied to Bee Choo because she does not want Bee Choo to feel that she owes Emily anything. She wants to make this something like a coincidence so that Bee Choo will accept her offer. She is grateful to Bee Choo and uses this to thank her. After all, Bee Choo took her from the gutter and saved her life.
42. “I will find one for you.” – Pg 51
Emily is controlling
43. “In the old days we had big families but nowadays that’s considered very old-fashioned.” – Pg 52
There is a change in the mindset and thinking of the younger generations. The older generations prefer to have bigger families whilst younger generation prefers smaller families.
44. “There are these blocks of flats on every side… with traffic rattling and rapping just where the band used to play… tall apartment blocks press up around the house.” – Pg 52
Urbanization is taking place.
©Cleon
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