5-History Project Reflections

After doing this project, I have a deeper understanding of what teamwork is all about. Teamwork is about help each other in each of their part. Although during the project, we had some arguments or fights that affected the team spirit but it does not made us forgets what is important then. So we continued with our project as if nothing had happened. I have learnt many interesting facts about Ancient India, China & Southeast Asia, which helps broaden my knowledge.

Some parts of the project may be easy, especially the PowerPoint presentation as it is one of my specialty. The way that the project was carried out is needed to be improved. Even though our work were not as well as we expected, we scored quite high for the project. Our research was good, but it could improve. Our model was not so well, as the ancient elephant sculpture was painted white, tusks painted pink, has no legs. Our porcelain bowl was not as perfect either as it was made mainly out of blue-tack and it was painted during the last minute of preparation.

One thing that made me feel very bad during the project is when we are having our lunch. Kendrick, Johannes and I were enjoying our meal when Amir had to starve. We even ate in front of him then I remembered he was fasting. We apologised to him but he did not mind. He is a good partner to work with. I hope to work with my members (Kendrick, Amir and Johannes) again if we have a chance to do another group project.

4-Reflection on religions and philosophies

1. In a country like Singapore which is multi-religious, what are the possible challenges we might face? How can we overcome these challenges?

We might face religious riots if the mutli-religious issues are not managed delicately, forcing people to convert to a certain religion. We might face violence, no peace and harmony in our society. People should respect each other's religions, beliefs and not mock their doings, learn and understand other religions so there won't be any misunderstanding or misconceptions.

2. How was religions and philosophies important to the people of the ancient civilisations?

The people didn't understand why some things happen so they need the help of God/Gods so that they could understand better. The way they live, and do things that are essential for survival. Therefore, affecting almost the whole world.

1-Reflections on Indus Valley Civilisation

The Indus Valley Civilisation was found in BCE 2500.

Well-planned city by an efficient government provided:
-Citadel. Shelter against foreign enemies.

-Drainage System. Brought water to houses and carried waste material away.

-Granary. Food stored for future consumption.

Occupations:
The Indus people worked as:

-Priests who carry out religious rituals in The Great Bath.

-Craftsmen who create pottery and bronze tools.

-Farmers who grow crops and produce food.

-Traders who sell as well as purchase products from other regions.

Seals found indicated that the Indus Valley people :

-Had a uniform writing system.

-Used seals for trade.

Reflections

-The Indus Valley civilisation were very advanced and very efficient in doing things.
-The government was very well-planned and the system of efficient government.

-The Indus people were very religious as they had a large bath just for religious bathing.
-The Indus script is very unique and until today, no one can decipher the Indus script.