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21 Aug 2026 1 minute read 0 comments cryotosensei
A student told me last week that she had used “a variety of benefits” and “cultivate healthy habits” during her PSLE Oral. Another student had previously informed me that she had said something about “strengthening bonds” for her Oral exam. Today, a...
9 Aug 2026 1 minute read 0 comments cryotosensei
2017 N(T): Trying Something New2) What new activities or skills will you like to learn? Why? Living in fast-paced Singapore, I would love to learn several new activities as a way of enriching my life and alleviating my stress.My forte is writing,...
7 Aug 2026 1 minute read 0 comments cryotosensei
Which do you think is better, a relaxing holiday or a holiday with lots of activities? Why? (2018 N(T)) This question really resonates with me because I am passionate about traveling. Nothing excites me more than exploring new places. In my opinion,...
19 Jul 2026 1 minute read 0 comments cryotosensei
Should it be compulsory / mandatory for students to play a sport for their school? Thought: I don’t think that all students should be required to play sports because all of us have diverse interests and passions. Reason: School should spark our i...
30 May 2026 1 minute read 0 comments cryotosensei
From The Files of Papa Heng the Oral Examiner #1 Many overworked teachers may beg to differ, but I have always enjoyed being an Oral examiner. Sure, having to leave all my work behind and rushing to an unfamiliar school and prompting *reticent* teena...
4 Apr 2026 1 minute read 2 comments cryotosensei
Being Singaporean, you might think that I dislike sunny weather because it is hot and humid. However, I actually like sunny weather the most. Even though it is scorching, I relish the feel of the sun’s heat on my body - and it makes me more energised...
15 Dec 2025 1 minute read 0 comments cryotosensei
I spent today analysing the oral questions from 2019-2024. Full questions dating from 2016-2024 available here: https://diaperfinancingfund.blogspot.com/2025/11/psle-english-past-oral-topics.html?m=1 Some observations:1) Shift from self to social tre...
16 Sep 2025 3 minute read 1 comment cryotosensei
The oral exam is around the corner (specifically, this Friday), and when you have students who don't quite know how to elaborate on their ideas, you need to go the extra mile for them. So, I spent my one-week break combing through essays and comprehe...
7 Sep 2025 5 minute read 0 comments cryotosensei
I have undergone many interviews in my life, so I believe that being able to predict some questions the prospective interviewers will ask will stand me in good stead and not stumble over my words. This explains why I think it’s important to teach my...
18 Aug 2025 1 minute read 0 comments cryotosensei
All sixth graders have to undergo an English oral assessment for their Primary School Leaving Examination. I empathise with their predicament. It’s an artificial setup, so it’s not easy expounding on their ideas in front of two adult strangers (teach...
